KBS2's 'Immortal Songs' reveals the 'true' love for trot of Cheon Rock-dam, referring to his main persona, Lee Jeong, as a 'sub-character.'
KBS2's 'Immortal Songs' (directed by Park Hyung-geun, Kim Hyung-seok, and Choi Seung-beom) has been the undisputed top music variety show, maintaining the number one viewer rating for nearly 14 years. The 704th episode, airing today (3rd), will feature 'Artist Juhyeon-mi.'
On this day, MC Lee Chan-won introduces Cheon Rock-dam, stating, 'As Lee Jeong, I already have received 5 trophies. This is Cheon Rock-dam's first grants appearance, so it feels fresh.' Cheon Rock-dam shares, 'It feels mysterious and somewhat like a dream,' adding, 'I feel like the sub-character is now Lee Jeong. When I sing on stage as Lee Jeong, I felt pressure, but now I do it with a happy heart as if I was born to sing trot.'
Meanwhile, Cheon Rock-dam's biggest motivation for challenging himself in trot is revealed to be his wife. Cheon Rock-dam explains, 'My wife encouraged me to do trot, saying it would suit me well. She said it would be a waste for her to listen alone, so I gathered my courage.' However, after debuting, he expressed, 'I think I have a trot DNA. I'm very happy and excited.' When the one-month-old debut artist Jo Jae-joon says, 'Finally, I have a junior,' Cheon Rock-dam jumps up and performs a 90-degree bow, making the place burst into laughter.
Additionally, Son Tae-jin shows special affection by adjusting his schedule to appear in this 'Artist Juhyeon-mi' episode, increasing interest. Son Tae-jin recalls, 'When I first met Teacher Juhyeon-mi, I fell for her. My heart melted, and I was charmed by her smile.' Along with this, Jo Jae-joon humorously attempts to 'visual check' Son Tae-jin this time. In response, Son Tae-jin counters, 'Aren't I hot right now? If someone messes with me while I'm hot, I don't want that to happen.'
Meanwhile, the 704th episode of 'Immortal Songs,' dedicated to 'Artist Juhyeon-mi,' shines a spotlight on the music life of the representative female trot artist, Juhyeon-mi, who is celebrating her 40th anniversary since her debut. Since debuting in 1985, Juhyeon-mi has garnered love from the Republic of Korea with numerous hit songs like 'Unrequited Love,' 'Rain on Yeongdong Bridge,' 'The Person from Sinchon,' and 'Just a Moment.' She is expected to deliver touching performances that bridge generations through tributes and competitions from junior singers. The episode's highlight will be a big match for the trophy, contesting the pride of male trot singers. It remains to be seen which junior singer will take home the honor of the final winner of the 'Artist Juhyeon-mi' episode, drawing attention to the original broadcast of 'Immortal Songs.'
The 'Artist Juhyeon-mi' episode, featuring the homage performance by Juhyeon-mi and her juniors to celebrate her 40th anniversary alongside 'Immortal Songs,' will be broadcast today (3rd) at 6:05 p.m. on KBS 2TV.
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