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INFINITE's Kim Sunggyu successfully completed his solo concert.
Kim Sunggyu held a solo concert '[LV] 3' (Let's Vacay) at Jamsil Student Gymnasium in Seoul on the 3rd and 4th and met with fans.
Following 2022's '[LV] 1' meaning 'Light & Voice' and last year's '[LV] 2' meaning 'LIKE YOUR VIBES', this '[LV] 3' ' is an abbreviation for 'Let's Vacay', and it attracted attention with different interpretations of the same title. '[LV] 3', which was held for the first time in about 1 year and 6 months, achieved the feat of selling out all tickets on both days amid a fierce 'ticket war'.
This time, '[LV] 3' was broadcast live online through Ticket Link's video platform Link On so that not only offline but also domestic and foreign fans who could not visit the concert hall could vividly feel the excitement of the scene and enjoy it together.
Kim Sunggyu, who appeared with a magnificent band sound, kicked off '[LV] 3' with 'DIVIN', a song from his third mini album released in 2020 and a cool atmosphere suitable for a midsummer performance. They then performed 'Shine' and 'Ready To Go' one after another, heating up the atmosphere at the venue from the start.
After the song ended, Kim Sunggyu said, "I very much welcome everyone to '[LV] 3'. I didn't think I would be nervous, but I am a lot nervous and the feeling is new. Just like the title of the concert suggests, I hope it will be like a vacation and a healing time," and filled the concert hall. He gave a warm greeting to his fans.
Kim Seong-gyu's albums include 'Because', '41 Days', 'Sometimes', 'Sentimental', 'Sorry', 'Till sunrise', and 'Climax'. Climax', 'Small Talk', '60 Seconds', 'Go Again', 'Jump', 'Savior', 'It Will Be' )' and many other famous songs.
The remake song 'Feeling', which opened the new year on January 1st, the solo version of Infinite's Japanese song 'Toki', and the acoustic versions of 'Fog', 'Must', and 'CLOSER'. They even showed off a unique stage, presenting a richer set list and fantastic live performance than ever before. Fans also enjoyed his passionate stage with enthusiastic cheers and singing along.
Instead of fans shouting for an encore. With one mind and one will, they created a unique scene of singing Kim Sunggyu's 'Kontrol' together. Kim Seong-gyu, who returned to the stage, performed special fan service by singing 'Control' followed by 'My Everyday Is You', 'Answer', 'You', 'Attraction', and a re-encore performance. He sang many additional songs passionately, including the original version of 'True Love', 'Stay', 'My Day', 'Hush', 'Daydream', and 'Closer'. It hit the hearts of fans.
Kim Sunggyu took a break from the sweltering heat by breathing and communicating with global fans through '[LV] 3', which lasted for about 3 hours. With a sweet tone, singing ability, and flawless live performance, they completed a well-made performance that could be seen, felt, and enjoyed together, not just music to be heard.
Kim Sunggyu, who successfully completed '[LV] 3' amid enthusiastic cheers from global fans, said, "Thank you so much for taking such a precious step and joining us on a hot day. I prepared hard to create a refreshing performance, and I hope you enjoyed it." revealed. He also raised expectations for future activities, saying, "We are steadily preparing the next album. I want to work hard and sing great songs, and it would be especially good to perform them at the '[LV] 4' performance."
After completing the Seoul performance, Kim Sunggyu will continue his '[LV] 3' Asian tour in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for two days on the 10th and 11th, Taipei, Taiwan on the 17th, Bangkok, Thailand on the 24th, and Hong Kong on the 31st and September 1st. In addition, he will be cast as Charlie, the main character of the musical 'Kinky Boots', which will be held at Blue Square Shinhan Card Hall in Seoul from September 7th to November 10th and meet the audience.
Kim Ji-won, Ten Asia reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr
