Singer Lee Seung-Chul, celebrating his 40th debut anniversary, captivated living rooms on Friday night with a class-apart luxury live performance and warm support for his juniors.
On the 10th, the KBS 2TV program "The Seasons-Sung Si-kyung's Ear Candy" featured legend Lee Seung-Chul, who celebrated his 40th debut anniversary this year, delivering everything from in-depth music talk with MC Sung Si Kyung to explosive stages reminiscent of a concert hall.
Returning to the "The Seasons" stage after about 1 year and 2 months, Lee Seung-Chul was intense from the opening. He and MC Sung Si Kyung delivered a duet of the mega hit "Malli-kkot," sending shivers through the audience. The meeting of two of Korea's most emotional vocalists hushed the crowd, and a standing ovation poured out after the performance.
The highlight of the day was Lee Seung-Chul's interaction with the audience. He held a surprise event receiving song requests on the spot, flawlessly performing beloved hits that make hearts pound at just the mention of their names, such as "Geureon saram tto eopseumnida," "Never Ending Story," and "Seojjok haneul." Even without preparation, he displayed explosive vocal power as if swallowing the recorded tracks.
Fans could also hear Lee Seung-Chul's heartfelt reflections on his 40th anniversary this year. He personally announced plans for a nationwide tour and the release of a tribute album featuring an all-star junior lineup including Kim Jaejoong, Wendy, Wooz, Young K, and Lee Mu-jin. Lee Seung-Chul said, "I sincerely thank the fans. I want to continue performing on stage as an active artist for a long, long time," expressing passionate ambition, then left a lingering impression with a medley that continued with "Heeya," "Girls' Generation," and "Inyeon."
Especially on this broadcast, a "sprout junior" whom Lee Seung-Chul personally discovered and touted as a solid supporter appeared and captured viewers' attention. MC Sung Si Kyung said, "He brought them with a warm heart wanting to help. It must be a great honor for a rookie," and introduced Lee San, the final winner of ENA's "The Scout." Lee San greeted fresh yet confident, saying, "I love music and I love you all, Lee San from Busan."
When Lee Seung-Chul expressed disappointment that Lee San did not choose him during the "The Scout" competition and instead went to master Wendy, Lee San, embarrassed, cleverly explained, "Personally, I grew up really liking Red Velvet during my school days. It was an unavoidable choice. I'm sorry," turning the scene into a sea of laughter.
In his solo stage that followed, Lee San performed his song "Nul wihan R&B" live with a sweet guitar accompaniment. His attractive tone and highly polished live performance were enough to announce the emergence of a next-generation talented artist. Watching the stage, Sung Si Kyung also offered sincere encouragement, saying, "I hope a day comes 10 years from now, 15 years from now, when we watch this stage video together, laughing and talking. I truly hope that happens," adding warmth.
Meanwhile, under the full support of his "mentor" Lee Seung-Chul, Lee San, who has grown wings, will join the journey of Lee Seung-Chul's 40th debut anniversary nationwide tour "The Voice : Lee Seung Chul (THE VOICE : LEE SEUNG CHUL)." The tour will continue the emotion of luxury live performances across the country, starting with today's (11th) Bucheon performance and moving to Hwaseong, Chuncheon, Seongnam and other regions. <
[Photo] 'The Seasons' broadcast capture
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