(ANN/KOREA HERALD) – K-pop sensation Ateez captivated a crowd of 15,000 fans during a two-day concert at Seoul’s Jamsil Indoor Stadium, launching their second world tour, “Towards The Light: Will To Power.”
Over the weekend, the eight-member group treated the audience to a dynamic performance, showcasing their growth and dedication through a repertoire of 25 songs, including hits like “Say My Name,” “Guerrilla,” and “Bouncy.”
Themed “The World Series,” aligned with their recent albums, the concert emphasised the group’s determination to forge ahead regardless of external influences.
The stage featured a central 16-meter tower transformed into a surveillance tower, symbolising the members’ resolve to reveal their authentic selves despite external scrutiny.
Ateez’s versatility shone through as they performed in different formations and as soloists. Special performances included the bar-like atmosphere of “Arriba” and “Django,” complete with cowboy-themed costumes.
Units and solo acts, such as the charismatic trio San, Yeosang, and Wooyoung in “It’s You,” showcased the members’ individual strengths.
Notable moments included a duet by Mingi and Yunho titled “Youth,” reflecting on their trainee days and shared dreams. The youngest member, Jongho, displayed vocal prowess with “Everything,” enchanting the audience with perfect high notes. Hongjoong and Seonghwa delivered an intense hip-hop duet, “MATZ,” clad in fur coats and black sunglasses.
Towards the concert’s conclusion, a surprise video featuring handwritten messages from fans touched the members deeply. San expressed the group’s determination for the year: “This year will be the year to prove ourselves. We will become artists who show great performances and actions rather than vain words.” Yunho added, “I wanted to finish this concert without tears, but I couldn’t help it as I watched that video. I am so happy right now, and I hope our fans – Atiny – felt the same.”
Hongjoong concluded the night with a surprise announcement: “We will hold a fan meeting in Seoul this July. We are so happy to confirm this news. Promise me you will all come and visit us then.”
Ateez’s 2024 World Tour will continue at the Saitama Super Arena in Japan on Feb 3 and 4.