MUSIC
'K-909' ITZY Lia X Sigrid, collaboration burst
In the 17th episode of 'K-909', which aired on the 17th, Ateez, ITZY Lia X Sigrid, Mijoo, Ren, Banner, Liberante, and Next Generation's First Love (CSR), with MC Boa at the center, showed a total of 7 treasure-like performances. It guided viewers to a special scene where popular K-pop musicians and world-renowned artists became one through music, bringing healing and emotion to viewers.
VANNER, who proved their popularity and skills by winning the final victory in JTBC's popular audition program 'Peak Time', made their first stage appearance. Banner, who performed 'Prime Time', the final stage song of 'Peak Time', with a refreshing charm, drew attention by showing a stable live performance and relaxed stage manners despite the intense performance. Along with Banner, Liberante, who became the youngest ever winner of Season 4 of JTBC's popular audition program 'Phantom Singer', also appeared on the talk time stage together, completing a two-shot of 'JTBC's Sons'. Riberante, who passionately sang ‘Verità’, the final contest song of ‘Phantom Singer’ Season 4, and gave off overwhelming charm with grand harmony, said, “I competed right here, and it feels new to come back as a winning team.” It was announced that he would appear on a music show. Banner also said, "It's the first music program I'm appearing on after 'Peak Time'."
The stage of Ren and Mijoo, who transformed from group members to solo artists, also gave a full charm. Ren, who returned as a solo singer after 11 years of debut as a member of NU'EST, performed the title song 'Ready to Move' from his first mini-album with a lively band sound on a standing microphone rather than on a stage decorated with standardized choreography, creating a freewheeling yet strong personality. He brought a different charm to the stage. Ren happily reunited with MC Boa, whom he met in season 2 of the audition program 'Produce 101', which aired in 2017. I tried to transform because I wanted to capture my own feeling,” he said, revealing his feelings about debuting as a solo artist.
Mijoo, who became a solo singer after 9 years of debut as a member of the group Lovelyz, captured attention by unraveling her debut single "Movie Star" in a captivating atmosphere under colorful lighting. On this day, Mijoo said, “It was the moment I wanted to be a solo singer since my debut. Every time I stood on stage, I thought, 'Ah, this was me'.” From the behind-the-scenes talk of the music video to a surprise hug with MC BoA, the group showed off their lively charms on and off stage, showing their unique identity.
Following the 16th episode, global collaboration was also achieved in the 17th episode. K-pop trending idol ITZY's Lia and Norway's leading singer-songwriter Sigrid became one through 'Don't Kill My Vibe' and captivated viewers with dramatic variations in an appealing tone and freely crossing notes. Lia, who performed an unrivaled live performance in a sweet atmosphere, said, "I enjoy listening to Sigrid's songs and it was nice to be with him." Sigrid, who greeted in 'K-909' with a heavy voice that cannot be measured in depth, said, "It is an honor to sing with Lia, a great singer. It was a really fun job,” he said while humming ITZY's song 'SNEAKERS' live. Sigrid, who has an attractive vocal spectrum, talked about future activities such as new song work, island tour, and festival participation plans in 'K-909'. It showed the wonderful teamwork of the two empresses who represent their generation.
ATEEZ, a trending idol who is expanding the growth of K-POP together, delivers an intense performance with K-spiciness with the title song 'BOUNCY' of the 9th mini album 'THE WORLD EP.2: OUTLAW'. rocked the final scene. As a group famous for their sharp group dance, they showed unrivaled performances and clear musical messages throughout, from the point choreography of the title song to the new album's 'This World' and 'Hypnosis' unaccompanied live. On this day, ATEEZ said, “I am thrilled to be the first 4th-generation idol to perform in Saudi Arabia,” and expressed their wish, “I want to do a street performance in the future.” In particular, ATEEZ released the song 'Feeling Like I Do' from their 7th mini album [ZERO: FEVER Part.3], which was not shown anywhere else on this day, only on 'K-909', showing their outstanding stage skills and infinite charm to music all over the world. notified the fans.
In addition, First Love (CSR), the main character of the 17th Next Generation, performed Oh My Girl's 'Dolphin' for the first time, expressing a refreshing and lively charm on stage. In the '99 Seconds Global Chart', 'Chart Singer of June' member Jiwon and Seoyeon of Promise 9 ranked 1st with Fifty Fifty's 'Cupid (Twin Ver.)', 6th with Le Seraphim's UNFORGIVEN, and 7th with Espa's 'Spicy'. ', and Ive's 'Kitsh' in 15th place was introduced as a 99-second live medley.
Jiye Choi, staff reporter at TenAsia wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr
