A lean lineup, expansive setlist, and devoted Carats energize Moody Center on the second Austin night

Seventeen delivered a vivid show on the second night of their NEW_ World Tour in Austin, turning the reduced lineup into a chance to broaden their performance range with unofficial subunits, solo sets, and even live instruments. The mood among Carats—fans who filled Moody Center—was electric as many wore the group’s Serenity Blue and Rose Quartz colors and some shared fan-made merchandise and cosplay with friends throughout the arena.

The tour, which marks the group’s 10th anniversary, appears designed to showcase next-generation activity for Seventeen while still leaning on the group’s long-standing strengths. The set list blended hits with deep cuts, and there were moments when the members performed acoustically or in smaller-scale arrangements, highlighting an artistic versatility that fans have come to expect from the group.

Opening numbers hit with the energy and fireworks expected at a final, as the group performed an instrumental mix of “Bad Influence” and even teased an unreleased track associated with Louis Vuitton, signaling creative transitions for the band. The night also included a performance of the fifth-album title track “THUNDER,” among two songs presented from that record.

Solos played a major role, with nine solo performances spread across three mini-sets, carefully balancing additional group acts to keep the program dynamic. While some fans would have welcomed all 13 solo slots in a single night, the arrangement offered a fresh artistic perspective and kept the energy high throughout.

For Carats, every track resonated as a crowd favorite, and the group surprised with performances of songs like “Shadow” and “Ready to Love,” which lit up the arena with excitement. After the closing notes, the ensemble delivered a signature encore, then returned for a chat with fans and a final stretch of music, including the DJ-style medley performed by the group’s mascot, Bong Bong.

The Austin show afforded a distinctly Texan atmosphere, with many attendees sporting cowboy-inspired outfits and UT gear. In addition to the main show, Seventeen’s US itinerary includes stops in Florida and Washington, with the group slated to wrap the year with a string of ten concerts in Japan. A notable moment on tour included a new subunit—CxM, comprising S. Coups and Mingyu—and Vernon sporting a Texas-themed look, including a UT shirt and a Rangers cap.

As the night drew to a close, the absence of some members was keenly felt by fans and even echoed by leader S. Coups, underscoring how deeply the group’s dynamics depend on every member’s presence. Yet Seventeen left no doubt about their continued vitality and capability to deliver top-tier music and performances, even as they navigate an evolving lineup.