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"Today, Paris is the city of K-pop"... Proof of SKZ and Lollapalooza (Comprehensive)
[Dispatch | Paris (France) = Reporter Park Hye-jin] “Tonight, I finally came to Paris” (SKZ)
"Tonight, it feels like I'm in heaven." (Sophia, 22)
Skiz came to Paris. Finally, he stood on the stage of his dreams. Stay also came to Paris. Finally, I met the people of my dreams. Paris is now, each other's paradise.
Stray Kids set the Paris night on fire. On the 22nd (Korean time), he stood on the stage of the global music festival 'Lollapalooza Paris' held at Longchamp Racecourse in Paris, France.
SKZ is the headliner of this day's concert. He led the stage in front of 60,000 spectators. In addition to the hit song parade, 'Top Line' and 'Super Bowl' were also unveiled for the first time.
'Dispatch' visited Lollapalooza Paris. I witnessed the 80 minutes that Skiz burned and the 80 minutes that Stay lit.
◆ From Spain to France… European music festival
Before the concert, I was able to meet the fans from downtown Paris. He headed for Lolapalooza with a compass rod in one hand and a 'ski joo' doll in the other.
It was the best music festival in Europe. Fans from not only France but also Spain and Germany filled the concert hall. There were also people from the United States.
Noemi (22), Iolani (13), and Mael (12) from France said, "Thank you so much for SKZ's coming to Paris. I've been waiting for the day to meet you. I'm looking forward to what we'll show you."
Giovanni (16), a male fan, said, "I listened to SKZ's music when I was in depression," and couldn't hide his excitement, saying, "Thanks to you, I was healed. They saved my life."
Maria (17), Sophie (18), and Gabi (15) from Spain said, "It's an amazing group. All the songs are good. In particular, I look forward to the new album 'Top Line' and 'Special' stages."
I also met Stay from Germany. Angelina (19) said, "I only came to see Skiz. I've been a fan of them since 2017. Today is the best day for me."
While waiting, Stay was willing to sell (?). They exchanged photocards with each other. Who doesn't know SKZ? He personally introduced the team, gave photos, and promoted it.
◆ The owner of Lollapalooza... "I waited and waited"
At that time, Stray Kids? I warmed up in the waiting room. He looked more excited than usual. That's right, Korea's first Paris Festival headliner.
Skiz told Dispatch before the performance, "We are happy to be able to show off the stage as headliners on the first day of a world-class music festival."
The lineup of this festival is 'hot'. In addition to Skiz, Spanish singer Rosalia and American rapper Kendrick Lamar were named as headliners.
They are currently the hottest stars in the music market. Rosalia (Best Latin Rock) and Kendrick Lamar (Best Rap Song, Album, Performance) are Grammy Award winners this year.
Bang Chan said, "I've waited and waited for this day," and expressed excitement, "After rehearsing this morning, I'm curious and looking forward to seeing the stadium filled with the audience."
Changbin hinted, "There is a stage specially prepared for 'Lollapalooza Paris'" and "We will release the songs that Stays around the world wanted and expected for the first time."
◆ Special stage in Paris… 'Top Line' and 'Super Bowl' revealed
"Stray Kids Everywhere All Around the World"
Even before SKZ appeared, the scene was heating up. Fans chanted the official slogan unaccompanied. I chanted the names of the members to leave the venue.
The band's mighty drumming signaled the start. A large set of spiders was spread out on the stage. At the center, SKZ appeared. Looking at Stay, he smiled brightly.
It opened with 'Spider's Web'. It aroused excitement with a sticky groove. Felix entangled in a spider's web and mesmerized fans. Bang Chan leisurely waved his hand.
He introduced the beauty of Korea as a 'sori singer'. He appeared wearing a hanbok. The gunpowder exploded to the beat of the drums. The Parisians sang along to the entire song in Korean.
SKZ prepared a special stage. 'Top Line' and 'Super Bowl' were first released. The intense red outfit caught the eye.
When the intro of "Top Line" came out, the heat rose to its peak. He showed off his deep hip-hop. Felix threw off his coat, and Stay cheered.
Changbin told 'Dispatch', "As soon as the previous week started, STAY's loud cheers erupted," adding, "So I was proud and thrilled."
◆ "Paris, scream!"... chorus, that's right
I was able to see 3racha's unit stage after a long time. 'Heyday' is just that. The three set up a hip-hop stage.
Changbin started with a rap. A pillar of fire soared. Bang Chan, Han, and Changbin were torn to the left, right, and center. She ran around the stage and breathed with Stay.
The highlight of the day is the group singing medley. 'My Pace' - 'MIROH' - 'Haven' were connected and presented.
Seungmin said, "It's the best stage today. It's the beauty of the festival. We arranged songs that both the performers and the audience can sing along to and dance to. It's a selection that warms up the ending."
I thoroughly enjoyed the festival with 'Miro'. A song that combines hip-hop and EDM. A red airshot exploded. Members and fans ran as if there was no tomorrow.
'Do whatever you want / Break the mold together and gather here as a hideout right now / Woah oh oh as your body goes / I wanna STAY with you.' (from 'Haven')
The best moment was 'Haven'. I threw myself away with fireworks. Fans hugged each other in rapture. At that moment, firecrackers rained down like stars.
◆ Each other's Haven... Heaven in Paris
Skiz and Stay became a haven for each other while the music was playing. And it was heaven for everyone.
"I feel like I'm in heaven. The moment I've waited and waited for is unfolding right in front of my eyes... I'll never forget tonight." (Sophia, 22, France)
Bang Chan also said, “Seeing this scene in person is like a dream.” Hyunjin said, “The time we sang and played together will be remembered as an unforgettable scene.”
The show was hotter than ever. Lollapalooza Paris said, "Paris was the city of K-pop tonight. I couldn't imagine a better headliner."
Fans trembled when they saw SKZ's performance. About 20 or more people fainted that day. The members stopped the performance for a while and looked after the safety of the fans.
Pauline (35, France) said, "I hope to hold a concert in Europe soon," and hoped, "I want to show how much the French love and wait for them."
fire lit paris
"we are"
"Only Stray Kids"
"Wait"
"It was a very meaningful performance for Stray Kids as well. I hope that today will be a special memory for everyone who accompanied us! Let's meet again." (Hyunjin)
<Photo=Paris (France) Lee Ho-joon (Dispatch)>
