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"Let's Go Together for Our 30th and 40th Anniversaries" Son Ho-young Celebrates 20 Years as a Solo Artist with First Concert in 5 Years

Kang Sun-ae

Published : Nov 2, 2026 3:10 PM


Son Ho-young (Photo=Getty Images Korea)Singer Son Ho-young meaningful commemorated his 20th solo debut anniversary with his first solo concert in five years.

Son Ho-young held his 2026 solo concert "HORIZON" at KBS Arena in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, on October 31 and November 1. This concert marked his first solo show in approximately five years since 2021, featuring a 23-song setlist spanning his past, present, and future as a solo artist, performed entirely with a live band.
Son Ho-young (Photo=Getty Images Korea)
Kicking off the night powerfully with "I Know," Son Ho-young raised the venue's energy from the very beginning by delivering solo renditions of god's "Stand Up" and "Observation." He then unveiled the live debut of his self-written new track "Go Around," which was released last month, offering heartfelt comfort to the audience.
Son Ho-young (Photo=Getty Images Korea)
Furthermore, Son Ho-young picked up a guitar himself to perform covers of pop songs such as Maroon 5's "Won't Go Home Without You" and Green Day's "Basket Case," connecting them with his signature solo tracks through seamless storytelling while showcasing his sweet vocals and deepened emotional depth.

Closing out the show, Son Ho-young shared an emotional message: "Thank you for staying by my side for 20 years. While taking on various new challenges, I realized that I am truly blessed with good people around me. For them and for all of you, our fans, I think I will be able to gain more strength and prepare in good health to make our next 30th and 40th anniversaries even better. Let's go together."
Son Ho-young (Photo=Getty Images Korea)
For the event, Son Ho-young, together with his agency GEMSTONE E&M, gifted all attendees a special KiT containing voice messages and photo cards, along with Halloween candy. The package design of the kit was varied for each show session, adding to its collectible value.

Son Ho-young also stepped down into the audience to make eye contact with fans, who responded with sky-blue balloon lightsticks, roses, and banner slogan events.

Following the successful completion of his solo concert, Son Ho-young plans to continue meeting fans by holding fan signing events from November 6 to 8 to commemorate the release of his first album in seven years.

[Photo = GEMSTONE E&M]

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)