{
  "id": 2078544,
  "title": "NCT 127 Hits ‘Kick It’ And ‘Piñata’ Medley on ‘AGT’: Watch",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/nct-127-hits-kick-it-and-pinata-medley-on-agt-watch",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T04:59:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/nct-127-kick-it-pinata-medley-agt-1236320657/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 19, America's Got Talent viewers were treated to an electrifying performance by K-pop sensation NCT 127 during the show's results episode. Comprising Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Jaehyun, and Haechan, the group's medley of \"Kick It\" and \"Piñata\" showcased their signature energy and dynamic dance routines. \"Kick It,\" released in 2020, and the latest single \"Piñata,\" from their upcoming album BLINGY, were both met with enthusiastic applause from the audience.\n\nBLINGY, NCT 127's seventh studio album, is set to hit stores on August 24 via SM Entertainment and Virgin Music Group. The album will consist of nine tracks and marks the group's first full-length release in two years, as well as their first as a five-member ensemble, given that Doyoung and Jungwoo are currently serving in the military.\n\nFollowing the NCT 127 performance, several other contestants secured their spots in the semifinals of America's Got Talent. Rapper Luke Taleno, animal act Olivia Befus, and laser dancers Royal Lasers advanced to the next round. Additionally, magic act Hundred Fingers received an unprecedented Golden Buzzer from judge Howie Mandel, making them the first contestant in AGT history to receive two Golden Buzzers within a single season. The quarterfinal performance of Hundred Fingers drew special attention as they shared behind-the-scenes stories from their recording sessions.\n\nWith more acts vying for a chance at the semifinals, season 21 of America's Got Talent is set to continue on NBC, premiering on August 25. Watch NCT 127's stunning AGT performance below.",
  "summary": "NCT 127 dazzled and rapper Luke Taleno advanced to the semis during Wednesday night's \"AGT\" results show.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}