Jannabi has finally opened the doors to the KSPO Dome. The solo concert held on the 2nd and 3rd was not just about Jannabi's debut at KSPO Dome. This stage was a record of Jannabi's music journey from busking on the streets of Hongdae to the present, and the brilliant time shared with their fandom 'Monkey Hotel'.
As the concert began, Jannabi said, "It's our first time performing on such a stage," bowing their heads in gratitude. Member Kim Do-hyung was overwhelmed with emotion, saying, "I'm not usually one to cry... but just talking about it here might bring me to tears. We'll convey our feelings through the performance." Vocalist Choi Jung-hoon expressed his overwhelming feelings, "Today, I'll definitely make Do-hyung cry."
On stage, Jannabi was an entity that moved the audience without even trying. As soon as they appeared, the audience rose in unison, and with the first drop of the stage lights, KSPO Dome transformed into a massive standing area. Just three songs in, the members' suits were drenched in sweat, yet they declared, "We'll do everything we want," filling the stage with an energy hotter than the summer heat.
Eleven years after their debut, Jannabi, as an indie band, made an unprecedented entry into the domestic concert scene's symbol, KSPO Dome. However, their identity remained 'indie' at heart. Their attitude of pushing forward their tastes and stories, rather than being swept away by commercialism and sensationalism, proved that 'indie' for Jannabi is not just a genre but a spirit.
During the concert, the members reminisced about the days they used Facebook Live and YouTube streaming to promote their busking performances. They stood on the revolving stage, dressed as they were back then.
Choi Jung-hoon recalled, "We promoted our songs by mixing them with those of our senior, Deli Spice. Back then, it was all about 'hustling'." For the fans, nostalgia was the most powerful weapon. Choi Jung-hoon's words left a stronger impression than any special effect could. Without flashy effects, just music and voice filled the 15,000 seats.
Jannabi answered that question through their music. Not only their hits like 'I Know Where the Rainbow Has Fallen', 'Summer', 'For Lovers Who Hesitate', but also new stage arrangements with remixes and string arrangements allowed the audience to experience the band's musical spectrum anew.
Despite the sweltering weather, Jannabi paid attention to the area outside the concert hall as well. The free repair zone, fan-exclusive cooling rest area, and more were not just about providing convenience but showed a thoughtful arrangement that symbolized 'the time spent together'. This represented the real charm of a Jannabi concert: not the scale, but the 'attention to detail' and sincerity.
Jannabi didn't just enter KSPO Dome. They proved how far their music could go and never forgot that there were 'people walking this path with them'. Jannabi explained the reason for their overwhelming emotions at this concert and its significance.
"It's not just about being happy to perform on KSPO Dome stage. No matter where we are, we're happy to be able to make music. Being able to share Jannabi's stage with our audience in such a place makes us incredibly happy."
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)