Tuesday, December 11, 2012

B1A4, the definition of an evolved Idol



Now, idols who are busy lip syncing to the songs composed for them by another musicians and dancing to their choreography don't exist. Passionately singing and ad-libbing to their self composed songs and great rapping skill. They even calmly handle unexpected situations and warmly hugged their fans. It was B1A4 who showed the definition of an evolved idol group.

On 8th this month at the Seoul Olympic SK Handball Stadium, group B1A4 (Jinyoung, Baro, Sandeul, CNU, Gongchan)'s first exclusive concert "BABA B1A4" was held. Total of 11,000 tickets were sold out for their 2 day concert from 8th to 9th and proved the super rookie B1A4's influence.

B1A4 performed "Tried to Walk", "Beautiful Target", "Sleep well, good night", "Baby I'm Sorry", including their unreleased tracks "I'm burning" and ""Would you like to sing together?" and more, selecting 24 tracks in total and created a splendid 180 minute stage. B1A4 who opened their exclusive concert after debuting for about 500 days started off the show with group stages completed by their teamwork and arranged solo stage moments to show off their own different charms.

◆ From cutie boys to strong men

Each member of B1A4 appeared on stage wearing matching white suits decorated with neon epaulets. The concert hall had a main and a center stage so the members constantly moved and kept the audience heated. With sorrowful voices and flashy group dance the members showed off their charisma but they casually revealed their adorable charms during the "Cutie Player" sequence.

The show consisted of "WE ARE B1A4" "NICE & SLOW" "Music Drama Section" "Surprise" "Burning to the Final" "ENCORE" and other corners, opening from singing, dancing to acting. It was during "Music Drama Section", when the members' challenged acting even though they are still inexperienced and presented the fans with different fun.

‘Music Drama Section’ connected to their solo time and Sandeul passionately sang Panic's "Left Handed" while CNU showed his mature aspect by performing Wheesung's "With Me" with a female dance partner. Baro easily rapped to "Just the two of us", Gongchan revealed his sweet and gentle mood with "Would you like to sing together?". Jinyoung performed "Be My Girl" with a female dancer and gave voluptuous vibe, CNU and Baro intensely performed "I'm burning".

◆ Of the Fans, For the Fans, By the Fans

B1A4 focused on customizing their concert for the fans. They  thoroughly understood what their fans wanted and what were the charms they could appeal with. Inviting a fan randomly to stage, they presented her with special fan service. For only one fan they gave her infinite kindness and showered her with gifts, triggering jealousy and firmly winning the women's heart.

They transform into Girl's Generation through cross-dressing, presenting their fans with laughter. While dancing to Girl's Generation's "Genie" (Tell me your wish), B1A4 exposed their superior legs. Wearing white marine look and different color wigs, the members boasted their sensuous figure as a girl group.

During their ending and encore stage the members burst into tears that they were holding back and stimulated the sensitivity of their fans. B1A4 said, "We don't know how to react because this is our first exclusive concert that we all dreamed about. During our trainee days we always thought "Could I really debut?"" and continued, "I'm sorry because I can only tell you "thank you." Since I have good memory, I will remember all the audience. I love you.", making a grand finale of their exclusive concert.


Article Credits: tvreport via nate + glynx @ FLIGHTB1A4.COM
Translation: Mochi Muffins @ FLIGHTB1A4.COM