KBS2 'Immortal Songs: Rock Festival in Ulsan' turned living rooms into a hotbed of excitement.
The special aired on 2nd (Saturday) for the 716th episode of 'Immortal Songs: Rock Festival in Ulsan' featured musicians like Kim Chang-wan Band, Jeon In-gwon Band, Seo Moon-tak, Cherry Filter, FT Island, Jannabi, and Touched, representing South Korea's rock artists who delivered a thrilling performance. The first part of the stage included Seo Moon-tak, Jannabi, Cherry Filter, FT Island, and Jeon In-gwon Band, who presented 'real rock' with a dazzling performance that spanned generations, making the living room theater a hotbed of excitement.
On that day, 6,000 spectators filled the venue despite the heat, adding to the fervor right from the start. The first performer to quench the audience's thirst was none other than rock diva Seo Moon-tak. Opening with the intense declaration, "I will grind my bones," Seo Moon-tak delivered a thrilling opening with 'Sami In-gok.' Her powerful vocals filled the concert hall, raising the audience's heart rates. Following that, Seo Moon-tak reinterpreted Sinawi's 'Turn the Radio Up,' showcasing her explosive vocal power and unique aura, which was more than enough to draw loud cheers from the audience from the very beginning.
Among them, Jannabi's Choi Jeong-hoon, who debuted as the first special MC at the 'Immortal' rock festival, heated up the atmosphere from the start with his resolution, "This is the stage, and let's have fun." Choi Jeong-hoon expressed his intent to raise the excitement as high as possible, even demonstrating his pre-performance yoga routine, which brought laughter as he became a sweaty mess of tension. In particular, before the stage began, Seo Moon-tak was showered with compliments from juniors and senior Jeon In-gwon, expressing her happiness with "'Rock Fest' is so great," to which Choi Jeong-hoon cleverly added, "That's why you must watch 'Immortal' live. That way, you can see all the compliments," earning admiration from MC Kim Jun-hyeon.
The next team that welcomed the excited audience was Jannabi, the representative band of youth. Jannabi showcased the freshness of summer with 'We Who Have Grasped Green' and transformed the atmosphere. The audience immersed themselves in the music, feeling the youthful sound reminiscent of a cool summer breeze alongside Jannabi. Choi Jeong-hoon of Jannabi introduced the next song, 'The Hot Summer Night Is Gone, Leaving Ugly Things Behind,' saying, "I hope you remember today when you came out to enjoy the heat of the rock festival on a hot day," adding depth to the moment. Jannabi delivered a touching performance that displayed another facet of rock's emotional depth.
The next stage featured Cherry Filter, a band known for inciting audience sing-alongs even before their appearance. They kicked off with the beloved anthem 'Ducks Fly' right from the first song, instantly lifting the mood. The enthusiastic singing that made everyone forget about the hot weather was accompanied by water cannons, offering an exhilarating sense of liberation. Cherry Filter's Jo Yu-jin remarked, "The charm of a rock festival is expelling this heat and madness all at once," leading to an explosive reaction with their second song, Magma's 'Have to.'
The team responsible for the fourth stage was the legend of K-band, FT Island. Lee Hong-ki, who appeared amidst a parade of bikes, heightened the audience's excitement from the start. FT Island performed a soul-stirring medley, starting from 'THUNDERSTORM' to 'Champagne,' 'Wish,' and 'Freedom,' causing the audience's hearts to pound. Moreover, the unique free-spirited and powerful energy of the band engaged everyone as they jumped and screamed in unison, fully immersing themselves. Following the tribute stage 'That Is My World' dedicated to Jeon In-gwon and the encore song 'Love Fever,' the heat of the concert venue reached its peak.
The much-anticipated finale of the first part was adorned by the irreplaceable rock icon, Jeon In-gwon Band. Taking the stage with 'Don't Worry,' Jeon In-gwon Band delivered a profound resonance with their sharp charisma and warm voice coexisting. During the subsequent performance of 'Rolling and Rolling,' the audience, unified in their shouts of "Rolling," created a breathtaking moment as if time had stopped. As the final song 'Marching' resonated throughout the venue, it was truly a hotbed of excitement. Everyone was stomping their feet and waving their hands, completing the climax of a real rock festival.
The first part of 'Immortal Songs: Rock Festival in Ulsan' showcased a range of rock artists spanning generations, including Seo Moon-tak, Jannabi, Cherry Filter, FT Island, and Jeon In-gwon Band as they passionately engaged with the audience, fully enjoying the festival. Especially, the stage that day elicited an unprecedented response from start to finish, with continuous chants and cheers, making it a festival where 'Immortal' truly showcased 'Immortal.'
After the airing of 'Immortal Songs' episode 716, various social media platforms and communities exploded with comments like, "Every stage is legendary. That's why 'Immortal' Rock Fest is trustworthy," "I clearly watched it on TV, but my neck hurts from headbanging with them. This kind of enjoyable online festival is precious," "Seo Moon-tak delivered a booming opening. What more can be said about her vocal power in rock?" "Jannabi's romantic essence is insane. Listening to Jannabi in the summer is the best. 'Immortal' is amazing," "Cherry Filter, may you last forever. Truly nostalgic songs are too thrilling. I want to jump together," "FT Island's momentum is incredible. This is rock. I felt goosebumps even watching on screen," and "The audience of all ages singing along with Jeon In-gwon Band sends chills down my spine. Legends live on," among many passionate reactions.
'Immortal Songs,' which gives birth to legendary videos you want to watch again each episode, airs every week at 6:05 p.m. on KBS 2TV. The heat of the thrilling stage will continue in 'Immortal Songs: Rock Festival in Ulsan' Part 2, which is set to air on 9th (Saturday) at 6:05 p.m.
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