[TF Scene] Weekend Concert Filled with All Sorts of 'Legendary' Moments

Second solo concert in Korea held at Goyang Stadium on the 7thApproximately 54,000 attendees per showShowcased 'unprecedented scale' from live performance to stage productionCanadian singer-songwriter The Weeknd held his second concert in Korea on the evening of the 7th at the main stadium of Goyang Stadium in Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi Province. / Sebastian Nagy[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Hyun-jung] The Weeknd, the artist behind 'the most hit song in the history of popular music,' delivered a performance that will go down in history in South Korea as well.On the evening of the 7th, The Weeknd's concert in Korea, 'Hyundai Card Super Concert 28 The Weeknd,' was held at the main stadium of Goyang Stadium in Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi Province.This marks The Weeknd's second concert in Korea, with his first held at Guro-gu, Seoul's Gocheok Sky Dome in December 2018.Even during his first concert, The Weeknd was already immensely popular worldwide, and the show was a complete sell-out, achieving great success. However, this second concert has escalated several times in scale compared to the previous one.The reason for this is, of course, his fourth studio album, 'After Hours.' Released on March 20, 2020, this album garnered approximately 220 million streams in its first week, breaking his own record for 'most streamed R&B album in a single week' set with his third studio album, 'Starboy,' in 2016.Furthermore, the album topped the list of best-selling albums in the U.S. in the first half of 2020, produced three No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and all 14 songs on the original version charted on the same list.Notably, 'Blinding Lights,' featured on this album, ranked first on the 'All-Time Charts,' which ranks all songs that have entered the Hot 100 from its inception in August 1958 up to 2021. This made The Weeknd the artist behind 'the most hit song in the history of American popular music.'Given that The Weeknd is arguably the most popular singer globally in the 2020s, the response from domestic music fans was fervent as soon as the news of his concert was announced.According to Hyundai Card's estimates, 'Hyundai Card Super Concert 28 The Weeknd' attracted approximately 54,000 attendees per show, totaling 108,000 over two days. This is considered an unprecedented scale for a single concert since the Korea Performing Arts Box Office Information System (KOPIS) began its comprehensive survey on June 25, 2019.While the exact attendance figures will be known after the final tally, the numbers are substantial enough to potentially surpass Coldplay's record (54,378 attendees) for the highest single-show attendance recorded by KOPIS.Approximately 54,000 fans attended each performance of The Weeknd's concert in Korea, according to the organizer's estimate. This is a crowd size that could contend for the 'all-time ranking' since the Korea Performing Arts Box Office Information System began its comprehensive data collection in 2019. / Sebastien NagyThe subsequent performance also showcased an immense scale. The Weeknd, with his signature falsetto, continuously moved between a cross-shaped extended stage reaching out from the main stage and a B-stage, captivating over 50,000 attendees single-handedly. In response, the audience erupted in cheers and sang along, creating a truly majestic spectacle.What particularly caught the eye was the lavish stage production. The show could be described as a 'feast of light and fire.' LEDs and lasers installed not only on the stage but also on the sides of Goyang Stadium illuminated the venue in sync with the music, creating a fantastical scene. Flames and fireworks erupted from various parts of the stage, transforming Goyang Stadium into an entirely different space.The highlight was undoubtedly 'Blinding Lights.' After all the lasers and LEDs that had been firing non-stop were turned off, the performance began with lights blinking to the synthesizer's melody. As the intro kicked in, the sequential lighting of the LEDs at a rapid pace was a production that reached the pinnacle of artistry.The use of backup dancers was also intriguing. Typically, backup dancers perform around the main artist to highlight them. However, on this night, dozens of backup dancers, clad in red robes, moved independently, creating a unique aesthetic.This made the entire performance feel like a meticulously crafted variety show, not just focusing on The Weeknd and his live vocals.Also captivating was the presence of the 'Golden Sexy Robot' installed at the center of the cross-shaped extended stage. Designed by renowned Japanese illustrator Hajime Sorayama, this sculpture stands 12 meters tall and featured various gimmicks, such as rotating, emitting lasers from its eyes, and releasing steam from its hands, playing a significant role as a highlight of this 'grand show.'The Weeknd's concert in Korea offered a wealth of visual spectacles, not only through his live performance but also through stage production. The photo shows The Weeknd singing in front of the concert mascot, the 'Golden Sexy Robot.' / Sebastien NagyFurthermore, the numerous lasers reflecting chaotically off the golden surface of the 'Golden Sexy Robot' created the illusion that it was dancing in the center of the stage.Watching The Weeknd's performance that day, the phrase 'overwhelmed by sheer scale' came to mind. 'Unprecedented live performance,' 'unprecedented stage production,' 'unprecedented performance,' and 'unprecedented scale' all converged in one place, delivering an experience that overwhelmed the eyes, ears, and all senses. It was so magnificent that anyone, even those unfamiliar with The Weeknd or not his fans, could immediately recognize its greatness.The approximately 54,000 attendees present that day gained a 'memory they will never forget.'laugardagr@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]