Tuesday, August 06, 2024
The Excessive Skool (EPIK HIGH’s followers) devoted packed the HGH Conference Centre on Friday evening, 2nd of August 2024, for a extremely anticipated return of the enduring Korean hip-hop trio, EPIK HIGH. It has been practically two years since their final go to in December 2022 for the “Epik Excessive Is Right here Tour,” and the thrill was palpable.
Earlier than the present even began, followers had been met with a shocking announcement: EPIK HIGH’s official lightstick, Park Kyu Bong, was banned by PUSPAL as a consequence of its provocative image. Regardless of this, the power and enthusiasm of the Excessive Skool by no means waned. Their voices stuffed the air, proving that no lightstick may dim their ardour.
EPIK HIGH kickstarted the evening with a burst of latest tracks from their newest album, “PUMP.” The set opened with “PRETTY MUCH (INTRO),” adopted by electrifying performances of “ANTIHERO“. Additionally they carried out a few of their newest tracks like “LATE CHECKOUT,” “Okay-DRAMA,” and “GROUP CHAT FREESTYLE.”
What a cute greetings from the members 😆 so goofy so dramatic 😚❤️#EPIKHIGH #에픽하이 #EPIKHIGHinKL #EPIKHIGHinMY #TABLO #MITHRAJIN #DJTUKUTZ pic.twitter.com/d8BCtrR6Cs
— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) August 2, 2024
The trio’s playful personalities shone by throughout their greetings. DJ Tukutz remixed his introduction to the tune of “Child Shark,” Tablo opted for a dramatic aptitude, and Mithra Jin went retro with a “YMCA” remix. Their quirky intros had the viewers in stitches and set a lighthearted tone for the night.
Child by no means give a f a couple of thang 😗 take a look at tablo’s response when the followers sang the censored phrase 🤣
NO THANXX! #EPIKHIGH #에픽하이 #EPIKHIGHinKL #EPIKHIGHinMY #TABLO #MITHRAJIN #DJTUKUTZ pic.twitter.com/gkipkB6FYt
— GOKPOP (@goKPOP) August 2, 2024
A standout second got here throughout “NO THANXX,” the place Tablo playfully let the gang deal with the specific lyrics, feigning shock at their unfiltered enthusiasm. All through the live performance, each Tablo and Mithra Jin made their method into the gang, creating intimate moments throughout performances of “ROSARIO,” “SCREENTIME,” and “RAIN SONG.”
One of many evening’s highlights was Tablo’s impromptu interplay with a fan’s telephone. Noticing quite a few textual content messages from “Daryl, Darren, or Dad,” he humorously suggested the fan to examine their messages, even posting the amusing trade on his Instagram. This spontaneous interplay showcased the distinctive bond between EPIK HIGH and their followers.
Earlier than diving into “SCREEN TIME,” Tablo spoke extremely of SEVENTEEN’s HOSHI, whose vocals characteristic on the observe. He praised HOSHI’s appears and requested the followers to assist sing his half. The followers did not disappoint, effortlessly following alongside. Nevertheless, through the second a part of the refrain, EPIK HIGH deliberately reduce the tune quick whereas the followers had been nonetheless singing. Tablo laughed on the followers for persevering with, then rapidly transitioned into “RAIN SONG,” including a contact of their signature goofiness to the efficiency.
In a reflective second, Tablo shared the inspiration behind their music, candidly admitting that their tune “GROUP CHAT FREESTYLE” was penned for these obsessive about the band. He then launched into the uncooked lyrics, capturing the essence of their unfiltered inventive spirit.
EPIK HIGH additionally handled the gang to nostalgic renditions of their traditional hits, together with “EYES NOSE LIPS“, “LOVE LOVE LOVE,” “ONE,” and “FAN.” Every tune was a journey again in time, evoking cherished reminiscences.
Because the evening drew to an in depth, the sentiment among the many followers was unanimous: EPIK HIGH’s return was definitely worth the wait, they usually cannot watch for the following chapter.
