GREE made a comeback on 'The Seasons' after being discharged from the military on the 28th of last month.
The KBS2 show 'The Seasons-10CM's Touch' aired on the 13th, featuring appearances by GREE, KAI, Tei, and Rumble Fish, bringing familiar faces to the audience.
Visiting 'The Seasons' just two weeks after his discharge from the Marine Corps, GREE greeted the audience with his performance of 'Nineteen.' He shared his reason for joining the Marines, saying, "I wanted to gain the public's trust," but admitted, "I regretted it as soon as I joined. The environment was unbelievable." He humorously recalled how his song 'Nineteen' topped the charts, surpassing TWICE's 'CHEER UP,' only to drop quickly after, joking that the late-night listeners regained their senses by morning.
GREE also shared anecdotes about his father, Kim Gura. He revealed, "I was exposed to various music genres because of my father, and I was drawn to hip-hop," explaining his transition to becoming a rapper. He humorously added that his father once nudged him, asking, "Why don't you write a song for me like Psy's 'Father'?" GREE then performed 'HIM,' a song dedicated to his father, moving the audience. For his final performance, he chose Yoon Do-hyun's 'Love Two,' opting to sing in the original key despite suggestions to lower it, showcasing his boldness.
Musical idol KAI made a grand entrance with 'This Is the Moment' from the musical 'Jekyll & Hyde.' As the first Korean musical actor to embark on a world tour, KAI shared his struggles, resonating with viewers. He recounted how watching Jo Seung-woo's musical performance during a slump inspired him to pursue a career in musicals. KAI also expressed gratitude to Sumi Jo, who supported him after his first album's failure and gave him his stage name.
KAI then performed 'A Hell for You' from the musical 'Monte Cristo' with MC 10CM, and concluded with 'Your Eyes' from 'Wild Gray,' transforming the venue into a Broadway-like atmosphere.
Tei, known as the 'Prince of Ballads' and a 'big eater,' delivered both emotion and humor. He opened with 'Love... Leaves a Scent,' reminiscing about the heyday of ballads. Tei shared that he stopped eating late-night snacks to appear more emotional when singing sad ballads. Known for his appetite, he humorously answered a question about his eating habits, saying he doesn't eat until full but stops when bored.
Switching back to his ballad persona, Tei recalled the success of his debut song 'Love... Leaves a Scent,' sharing how he realized his popularity when he heard it playing in internet cafes. Despite the song's success, he noted that few people remember its title correctly. Tei also performed Kim Bum-soo's 'Last Love,' reaffirming his status as a ballad icon. He and KAI delivered a duet of Exhibition's 'Memory's Sketch,' enchanting the Friday night audience.
The fifteenth guest of the 'Indie 30th Anniversary Life Music' series was Rumble Fish. With an energetic performance of 'Ura Cha Cha,' Choi Jin-yi shared her recent activities, balancing motherhood and performances. Known as a 'perfect daughter' in the music industry, she revealed her past as a student council president, winning elections by singing H.O.T.'s 'When You Need Me.' Now a mother of a child actor, she shared the challenges of prioritizing her child's schedule over her own.
Returning as a vocalist, Choi Jin-yi delighted listeners with Rumble Fish's beloved hits like 'I Go' and 'Rain and You,' and concluded with their debut song 'A Good Day for a Feeling,' evoking nostalgia.
Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr