ATEEZ, Master of Performance (Concert)

"Let's have fun as if there's no tomorrow!" (San)

ATEEZ is known for being the master of stage performances. It is already their fifth world tour. They always perform live with unconventional performances and energy.

"Let's enjoy it without regrets". He had a whole different mindset. Of course, there were so much practice and effort behind this. "I practiced as if I was training," Hong Joong said.

He proved himself on stage again this time. Live, performance, and stage manners needless to say. He added a solid story, acting and stage production.

ATEEZ announced the start of their 2024 World Tour "TOWARDS THE LIGHT: WILL TO POWER" at Jamsil Indoor Stadium on the 28th.

They portrayed their journey to finding the light within them in 180 minutes. They wandered, ran away, and was frustrated when faced with adversity. But then, they got up again and ran towards the light.

That light that ATEEZ had, burned nonstop.

◆Journey towards the Light

The first song was 'Crazy Form'. It was a great start. Members held hand microphones despite the intense choreography. Perfect live performance added thrills.

"I've warmed up more today. I'll sing the rest of the songs with energy. ATINY, let's have more fun than yesterday!" (Jong Ho)

The theme of the performance was expressed 120% with a solid production. ATEEZ conveys the meaning of 'we all have our own light, now let's move toward that light.'

In the center of the stage, a huge 16-meter tower of light was shining. They performed different versions of themselves revolving around the tower.m

The 180 minutes were connected as a story full of ups and downs. ATEEZ performed a performance with a message in each chapter. It expresses the process of fighting and overcoming the opinions of others like a musical.

San played martial arts. Yun Ho acted as he was chased by something, and Seong Hwa transformed his complicated mind into a chair dance. Jong Ho was silent towards the deep ending, and Woo Young ran towards the light.

◆"This is Cheongyang chili pepper vibe"

"Let's go, ATEEZ!" (ATINY)

With the strong fan chant, ATEEZ's "Bouncy" has started. "Say My Name," "Win," "This World" and more... The members gave a performance as if there was no tomorrow.

San and Yunho then performed so intensely they had to hold onto their microphone while dancing. ATINY reversed the energy. The entire concert hall was shaking.

Members practiced as if it was everything. It was a never-ending repetition of schedule and practice. "I practiced as if I was training in the practice room. I wanted to show that I can do impossible things," Hong Joong said.

The entire album was arranged into a band version, adding freshness. Hong Joong even transformed himself into a rock star. He played the electric guitar and rapped in "Guerrilla."

The highlight was the part they performed "ARRIBA," "DJANGO," "BOUNCY," and "WONDERLAND." Members rushed to the protruding stage and led to the peak of the performance.

It wasn't just strong the entire way. In "Wave" and "Dancing Like Butterfly Wings," they let go of their sharp group dance and enjoyed the moment freely. They endorsed in the moment by making eye contact with their fans.

◆A to Z of the units

ATEEZ released its first unit song in its second regular album "The World Episode Final: Will," which was released last month. It revealed everything about the unit performance at the concert.

The first stage was Yeo Sang, San, and Woo Young's "IT'S YOU." They added dreamy vocals on top of groovy rhythms. There was also a scene that resembled a musical. Yeo Sang woke up, opened the bird cage, and met San and Woo Young. They performed a fantastic performance.

Yunho and Min Gi prepared "Youth." The two wrote and composed the song themselves. The lyrics tell the autobiographical stories of their trainee days.

The phone calls they had before their debut were narrated. The two went back to that time. They sang about feeling anxious and lost. The pair choreography added a unique synergy.

Jong Ho showed off his singing skills alone. He sang the sad ballad "Everything." He showed off his delicate sensibilities. He filled the concert hall with his unrivaled high notes.

Hong Joong and Seong Hwa, the eldest members of the group, performed 'MATZ'. They performed witty performances with straightforward lyrics. Hong Joong's speedy rapping and Seong Hwa's low-toned vocals were a perfect balance.

◆Our journey will go on forever

ATEEZ continues to achieve career-highs every year. It has topped the Billboard 200 chart for the first time with its second regular album that it recently released. The initial sales reached its own record (1.7 million copies).

In April, they will perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the largest music festival in the U.S. They are the first K-pop boy group to be invited.

ATEEZ gave ATINY all the credit. They delivered their love for ATINY with their fan song "Dreamy Day" instead. The members put their hands on their chests, closed their eyes, and sincerely delivered the lyrics.

"Remember this moment, this feeling that we have" (ATINY)

ATINY conveyed their love with a slogan that quoted the lyrics of "With U". It didn't end here. Along with a handwritten letter video, they said, "Our journey will last forever."

Eventually, Yunho shed tears of emotion. "When ATINY asked me if I was happy in the video, I got emotional," he said. "I am the happiest right now, because of you all."

They also announced a fan meeting in Seoul in July. Hong Joong said, "I couldn't have a fan meeting because I was busy. Thanks to ATINY, I will have a fan meeting in July. See you then."

Yun ho

Yeo Sang

Woo Young

Min Gi

Seong Hwa

Jong Ho

San

Hong Joong

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