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Knox K-Pop Group.

K-Pop Cover Dance Crew Β· Knoxville, TN

Knoxville's homegrown K-Pop dance crew β€” fierce choreography, girl crush energy, and a community 50+ dancers strong. From the studio to the stage, KKG brings the heat.

May 2, 2026Bridgewater PlaceKnox Pop Con 2026
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Knox K-Pop Group β€” Knoxville K-Pop cover dance crew in formation
Knox K-Pop Group performing K-Pop choreography on stage
Knox K-Pop GroupK-Pop Cover Dance Crew Β· Founded by Asami MartinKnoxville, Tennessee β†’ Knox Pop Con 2026

Knoxville's stage. Their spotlight.

From the Dogwood Arts Festival to the Knox Asian Festival, KKG has been building a reputation as Knoxville's go-to K-Pop dance crew. As the resident dance crew of Knox Pop Con, they're bringing even more energy to the 2026 main stage.

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Knox Pop Con 2025
Headlining K-Pop dance performance β€” KPC debut
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Dogwood Arts Festival 2025
Live performance on the Performance Lawn stage
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Knox Asian Festival
K-Pop Hits Remix medley performance
865 Night Market
Regular community K-Pop dance showcase
NewJeans β€” "Super Shy"
Full cover dance performance
NMIXX β€” "Dash"
Cover dance performance
Le Sserafim β€” "Crazy"
Cover dance choreography
Stray Kids β€” "Hellevator"
Cover dance performance
Community & Corporate Events
Available for bookings β€” private and public events
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Knox Pop Con 2026
Featured K-Pop dance crew β€” LIVE on main stage
Performance Spotlight

Fifty dancers. One city. Pure K-Pop fire.

Knox K-Pop Group's live performance at the 2025 Knoxville Asian Festival β€” showcasing the girl crush energy and synchronized choreography that makes this crew Knoxville's K-Pop heartbeat.

β€œLove, Trust & Passion”Knox K-Pop Group Β· Knoxville Asian Festival 2025
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Years Active
50+
Community Dancers
3
Weekly Classes
25+
Years Dance Exp (Founder)
KNX
Homegrown Crew
1st
KPC Resident Crew

Their latest covers go hard.

From NewJeans to Stray Kids, KKG covers the full spectrum of K-Pop with fierce choreography and girl crush attitude.

NewJeans β€” "Super Shy"Fan-favorite cover dance
2024
NMIXX β€” "Dash"Knox Asian Festival performance
2025
Le Sserafim β€” "Crazy"Class showcase choreography
2025
Stray Kids β€” "Hellevator"Teens/Adults class feature
2025
K-Pop Hits Remix MedleyMulti-group mashup performance
2025
Dogwood Arts FestivalLive on the Performance Lawn
2025

More than just covers.

KKG combines fierce K-Pop choreography with deep dance foundations and a mission to grow Knoxville's K-Pop community.

K-Pop Cover Dance
Precision recreations of official K-Pop choreography from groups like NewJeans, Le Sserafim, NMIXX, and Stray Kids
Girl Crush Style
Fierce, confident performances ranging from sultry to sassy β€” coordinated outfits, powerful moves, and attitude
Hip-Hop Foundations
Strong hip-hop technique from founder Asami Martin's 25+ years of professional dance, including national competition wins in Japan
Youth Dance Education
Three weekly class levels (Kids, Teens/Adults, 18+) building the next generation of K-Pop dancers in Knoxville

Rooted in Knoxville's culture.

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Southern Sole Hip Hop
Knoxville's respected hip-hop dance crew β€” founder Asami Martin is an active member
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Chris Blue (The Voice)
Asami Martin has shared stages with Chris Blue, Season 12 winner of The Voice
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Knoxville Asian Festival
Annual cultural festival β€” KKG is a featured performing act
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Dogwood Arts Festival
Knoxville's premier arts and culture festival β€” KKG performed on the 2025 Performance Lawn stage

Born in Knoxville. Built for the stage.

KKG is a Knoxville-based performance group founded by Asami. They are known for high-energy dance showcases blending K-Pop and J-Pop choreography. The team performs across Tennessee at festivals, conventions, cultural events, and community celebrations, bringing the excitement of Asian pop culture to new audiences.

β€œBringing the excitement of Asian pop culture to new audiences.”— Knox K-Pop Group

Founded by Asami Martin β€” a professional dancer from Yokohama, Japan with over 25 years of dance experience β€” KKG grew from weekly dance classes at the Karns Community Club Youth Center into Knoxville's most recognized K-Pop dance presence. Three class levels run every Monday, building a community of 50+ dancers across all ages and skill levels.

Asami is also the founder of Knox Pop Con β€” the 501(c)(3) nonprofit behind the very event you're attending. KKG isn't just performing at KPC 2026 β€” they're the soul of the entire festival.

2010
Founder Asami Martin moves to the United States from Yokohama, Japan, bringing 15+ years of professional dance experience
2020s
Asami joins Southern Sole Hip Hop in Knoxville and shares stages with Chris Blue (winner of The Voice)
2023
Knox Kpop Galz (KKG) launches as Knoxville's first dedicated K-Pop dance cover crew, beginning weekly classes
2024
KKG expands to three class levels β€” Kids, Teens/Adults, and Adults 18+ β€” building a 50+ dancer community
2025
Performs at Dogwood Arts Festival, Knox Asian Festival, and headlines the inaugural Knox Pop Con 2025
2025
Asami Martin founds Knox Pop Con as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit promoting Asian pop culture in East Tennessee
2026
Knox K-Pop Group takes the main stage at Knox Pop Con 2026 β€” bringing Knoxville's K-Pop energy to Bridgewater Place

This isn't just a dance show. It's a movement.

A live K-Pop dance performance. Interactive Random Play Dance. Meet-and-greet with the crew. KKG doesn't just perform β€” they bring the whole community together.

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Live K-Pop Dance Show
A high-energy K-Pop dance performance featuring KKG's sharpest choreography β€” "girl crush" style with synchronized formations, fierce attitude, and coordinated outfits.
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Hit Song Covers
Back-to-back covers of your favorite K-Pop groups β€” NewJeans, Le Sserafim, NMIXX, Stray Kids, and more. Current hits performed with style and precision.
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Random Play Dance
Join KKG for an interactive Random Play Dance β€” jump in when you know the moves. All skill levels welcome. Just bring your K-Pop love.
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Meet the Dancers
Connect with KKG members and founder Asami Martin after the show. Learn about their dance classes, take photos, and join the Knoxville K-Pop community.

Knoxville's K-Pop crew. Their biggest stage yet.

  • KPC's resident dance crew β€” the soul of the festival
  • Full crew performing girl crush K-Pop choreography live
  • Interactive Random Play Dance β€” YOU can join in
  • Covers of NewJeans, Le Sserafim, NMIXX, Stray Kids & more
  • May 2, 2026 at Bridgewater Place, Knoxville, TN