The band Jannabi will step onto the stage they've dreamed of. They are making new history in the music industry by taking over the gymnastics arena, KSPO Dome, as the first indie band to do so.
Jannabi will hold their encore concert "All Boys and Girls 2125" at KSPO Dome in Songpa District, Seoul, on August 2 and 3. This concert is an extension of their nationwide tour "All Boys and Girls 2025." Jannabi, who led the tour to sell out in Seoul, Gwangju, and Daegu, will conclude the tour at the gymnastics arena. This is a remarkable record for a solo concert in the band scene.
In response, vocalist Choi Jeong-hoon posted on his personal social media on June 30, "Jannabi has entered the gymnastics arena! There were dreams I wanted to achieve entirely with the JFs..! One of those dreams has come true! I am so thrilled that everyone is happy for us."
He continued, "I heard through articles that this is the first time for an indie band. I mentioned it at the end of yesterday's performance. Living in the golden age of K-pop is something I am very grateful for and proud of, but surviving as an indie band has not been an easy task. Perhaps that is why every time I peel back the layers of the wall of reality, I witness the great power that music and performance inherently possess."
Jannabi, which started from street busking, has now entered the dome as the first indie band. Choi Jeong-hoon expressed gratitude, saying, "Because there are those of you who recognize that power, I am today vowing and pledging not to present a half-hearted show. We will create a great performance. Thank you for loving and cherishing us just as we are."
He also stated, "It will be overwhelming, and I may shed tears, express anger, and sweat profusely, but in the end, we will be able to return smiling! All boys and girls! Ah, this feels like the trap of youth. Anyway, it will truly be an incredibly hot and satisfying!!!!!! performance! Let's go into our hottest summer nights! Please pay a lot of attention. (Especially, please spread the word everywhere!!!!)
We will always come back with healthier music and wonderful performances. JF FOREVER! ps. I love you."
Guitarist Kim Do-hyeong also shared his overwhelming feelings, saying, "Thank you. Finally, Jannabi has entered the gymnastics arena! I have dreamed for a long time of having our own festival here with all of you, and that dream has finally become a reality. Since this is something we all created together, seeing the fans who are just as joyful as we are really touched my heart."
He added, "There has never been a stage that isn't precious. We have put our best effort into every stage and have worked to provide better music in better environments every year. Therefore, our festival at the gymnastics arena will be more meaningful and special than ever before."
Kim Do-hyeong, who was greatly moved by entering the gymnastics arena, said, "This will be a moment for not only Jeong-hoon and me but everyone involved to get one step closer to our dreams. Let's fill that space with our cheers and sweat until it overflows. Please be with us in that moment. And please spread this news generously! Then see you then. I love you."
This concert is a symbolic moment that proves Jannabi's growth beyond being just a stage.
Friends of the same age who were making band music took their first step by entering Mnet's 'Superstar K5' in 2013, continuing their music with consistent busking. After being chosen as the first participant of the Hidden Track Number V project, they received numerous offers from various broadcasters and events, gradually increasing the scale of their concerts. Jannabi, who performed at the festival stage at 2 p.m., finally earned the headliner title and became the top choice for university festival bookings, culminating in their solo concert at the gymnastics arena, completing their narrative.
The concert title '2125' contains a message envisioning youth 100 years from now: "Youth transcends both time and generations." The unique retro sensibility of Jannabi, along with narrative direction and rich live sound, predicts the hottest night of this summer. While Jannabi's representative song is titled 'The hot summer night passes, leaving behind something shabby,' the hot summer night in August that Jannabi will create is expected to be more spectacular and leave a deeper impression than ever.
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