The two people next to them looked at Huang Meiying's fingers. At the front left, closer to the stage than them, there were three or four figures walking in from the aisle next to them. The one in the lead lowered his head while looking at the tickets in his hand. Finding their spot, they quickly stopped in front of a few seats.
"I heard that they did well this time around. They actually came over to watch EXO's concert today?"
"qi~Isn't this a normal thing?"
When Kim Taeyeon heard this, she sneered and focused her attention on the shorter figure standing second in red velvet. She curled her lips and said in a weird tone: "You don't even know who the captain is."
"Oh, I remembered." Huang Meiying suddenly realized, remembering the unusual relationship between Ji Kyungwon and Bae Zhuhyun that she heard on Taeyeon's birthday last time, she nodded clearly and then seemed to bump into it, He laughed out loud and agreed: "It's indeed quite normal."
"They saw us..."
"Hello!" With her eyes bent and a warm smile on her face, Huang Meiying waved in that direction, while Kim Taeyeon and Sunny also pulled down their masks and waved their hands together with a smile.
To be honest, privately, they, the senior female seniors, don't have much interest or enthusiasm for the new girl group. They are relatively kind if they don't show any shame, even for the juniors in the same company.
But who makes this captain have an unusual relationship with their good brother? Face must be given.
…
"Onie, look over there..."
After finding their place and just about to sit down, Jiang Seulqi glanced back and saw three women wearing masks sitting side by side in the slightly empty seats at the back. Her attention was immediately drawn to them. .
Not many people usually wear masks, especially in concerts where the environment is closed and the air is hot and the atmosphere is lively. Generally, only celebrity artists wear them for disguise.
After watching carefully for a while, she recognized that these were the seniors of Girls' Generation. She quickly patted Bae Zhuhyun next to her and reminded the members who came together today. Several people quickly stood up and smiled at each other. He said hello with a very thoughtful salute.
Seeing several seniors smiling, they waved their hands and nodded in the air to indicate that there was no need to be polite. Since they were not close, they didn’t mean to say anything. After looking at each other with a smile for a few times, they sat down again with their bodies hunched over. down.
"It's actually Girls' Generation's seniors, they're here too..."
After saying hello and sitting down, Jiang Seulqi was a little surprised. She didn't know whether she was surprised that SNSD was here, or that they happened to be sitting so close to them.
When exo tickets went on sale last month, their red velvet was still in the active stage. Because of their busy schedule, although they were very interested, they didn't think about joining in the fun. In May, they came back with the album "ice cream cake" The period is completely over, and the next regular album is in the early stages of preparation. The usual schedule is not too much, and it happens to be a slightly less leisurely period.
After freeing up time, I naturally wanted to go to the concert of my friends and seniors from the company. However, it was not easy to get tickets as the first concert date was approaching. They were not seniors like Girls' Generation who were not treated well and had low status. Same, and now even the internal tickets have basically been distributed.
However, the eldest sister Pei Zhuxuan took action, and as expected, she got it from Chi Jingyuan.
"A lot of people in the XO concert circle are very interested. I know a few friends from the girl group who really want to come. Didn't we just see a few seniors from Apink. And Taeyeon and Sunny Isn’t the relationship between senior and Jingyuan very good?”
Sun Shengwan sat next to Bae Zhuhyun, twisted around to find a comfortable position, leaned there, rubbed the soft back of the chair twice happily, and said casually:
"Some time ago, there were a lot of artists attending Big Bang's first concert, and it was followed by several hot searches, which aroused discussion among netizens. Exo must not be willing to give in, after all, these two men are the most popular right now. The group, their concerts are very popular..."
"The concert..."
Several girls silently recited this word in their hearts. Although they did not say it out loud, they all had the same yearning in their hearts.
Concerts are one of the most important ultimate goals for any idol group in the peninsula. Being able to hold a group's solo concert can, firstly, prove the popularity of your group. Only die-hard fans who are willing to support you, or like it Only when there are enough passerby fans who listen to your music can you support the box office of a large-scale tour and continuous large-scale performances.
The second is that only concerts are the fastest way for idols to make money. Anyone who is an idol in the music industry knows that if you want to make money, just go on tour.
For example, SJ, the former leader of SM's boy band, has been in the industry for almost ten years now. It has experienced many twists and turns along the way. Scandals such as slave jumping, personnel withdrawal, member conflicts, and even drunk driving are common. In recent years, there have been many scandals. The sound performance of each song is getting worse than the last, several consecutive hit songs are not as good as the annual charts, and sales have also dropped significantly from their peak. Basically, only fans still buy it now.
But when it comes to men's group revenue rankings, SJ, whose members are all in their thirties, is still strong enough to occupy the top five or even top three positions.
It’s just because their tour went so well.
The foundation laid is so solid that even if there is a decline now, as long as we are short of money, we will hold a tour every year, and the fans will just buy it, and others will not envy them.
EXO has become better and better than its predecessors. No matter how big the venue is, it is hard to get a ticket. The popularity is frightening. Each of their seniors is more powerful and successful than the last one, which makes everyone in Red Velvet feel a little envious and sighing, and their expectations are a little bitter. Se, I don’t know when their first concert will come.
"Look at how big this screen is..."
"It's really an exaggeration. The design of this main stage is also very interesting..."
"Oh, by the way, Unnie, are Kyungwon Oppa and the others going to perform a new song at this concert this time?" Jin Yelin on the side suddenly remembered something, excitedly stretched out her hand, crossed in front of Son Seungwan and took a photo Shoot Bae Joo Hyun.
"Yes, it's the song "Boy with Love", but he said it's not complete, it's just a preview stage, only about one minute."
Pei Zhuxuan nodded and talked about the information he heard while chatting with Chi Jingyuan. He couldn't help but smile when he saw his sister looking very satisfied. He waved his hand and thought she was a bit exaggerated: "Isn't it the song 'oh mymymy'? Haven't you heard enough of Sheng Wan's singing in the dormitory?"
After Sun Shengwan took over the job of Feat, she didn't sing in the dormitory at first because of some concerns. Later, the members were interested and took the initiative to ask. After questioning, she reservedly and proudly hummed a few words.
As a result, half of the members fell in love immediately.
"Because I really like the melody of this song, ohmymymy~" Jin Yelin's eyes lit up. She first took a look at the nearby situation. When she saw that there was no one around, she sang directly with a smile. The familiar melody made Sun Shengwan and Jiang Seulqi also became excited and hummed twice, and a cheerful atmosphere emerged.
As a few people chatted casually, there were more and more spectators in the entire venue. The vacant seats were quickly filled one by one, and the noisy voices buzzed like muffled drums.
"Is that red velvet?"
"That Irene group? Why are Axi and the others here too?"
"Although I really hate her, we are all from the same company, so it's normal for her to support her."
"This Irene must be trying to take advantage of our Oppa's popularity. Maybe SM's announcement will be sent out after the concert. They are the best at doing this.
Some of the spectators who were closer seemed to have noticed the less disguised Red Velvet quartet. Many people were surprised, but their eyes became a little unkind.
A large number of people who came to watch it were Ai Li, and Bae Zhuhyun was one of the celebrities that Ai Li hated most during this period.
But after all, it is a concert, and no one will take the initiative to find trouble in public. It’s just that some Aili may regret it. If they had known that Bae Zhuhyun was coming, they would have secretly brought her ugly picture into a poster and put it in front of her face. Show it to her.
Let her know the consequences of seducing our Oppa!
When the number of people gradually increased and I felt a lot of eyes locked on it, the people who came to Debebe also calmed down quietly, and Pei Zhuxuan seemed to feel that she was dissatisfied by many Aili, and she no longer had too many expressions, and then Sit quietly in your seat and communicate with the members in a low voice, waiting for the upcoming opening.
And just when she whispered a few words to Jin Yilin and glanced casually to the left, her peripheral vision accidentally caught sight of a somewhat familiar figure.
An impulsive curiosity suddenly arose in her heart, causing her eyes to glance over.
The man was sitting not very far away from them. Maybe it was because of the heat. He had just taken off a baseball cap and put it away. He was sitting in a very upright posture and seemed to have a good temperament. At this time, he was looking at him with curious eyes. surrounding environment.
Isn't this the one I met once before, that JYP trainee?
what do you say that is? Zhou...Zhou Ziyu?
After seeing that face, Pei Zhuxuan immediately remembered the girl's name and identity.
She didn't pay attention to "Sixteen", a program that only aired one episode and was not very popular in the first place. In her mind, the other person was just an ordinary JYP trainee.
Although they had been apart for more than a year, she had a deep impression of Zhou Ziyu for some special reasons. She might not be able to remember just mentioning the name, but seeing this face and that hat, the former Memories instantly come to mind.
Is it such a coincidence? Why is she here too...
And the seats are so good...
Withdrawing her gaze, Pei Zhuxuan looked at the stage without much focus, and her heart was filled with tears.
Zhou Ziyu, on the other hand, sat in her seat with her back straight. Although she was alone and seemed a little lonely because she was unknown to everyone around her, her expression didn't seem to care. Instead, she was looking at the stage and venue design with great interest.
It's completely different from last time.
"here we go……"
As the entry time gradually expired, the entire gymnastics arena was filled to capacity with all the spectators. Nearly 16,000 seats were occupied, and at a glance it was a sea of people.
Near the top of the hour, the lighting on the ceiling of the venue began to dim in an orderly manner. Jiang Seulqi gave a knowing reminder. The people who came to Debebe and all the audience raised their heads and looked at the big screen on the stage. .
"Ahh..."
Realizing that the concert was about to officially start, the fans immediately opened their light sticks and frantically changed them, while bursting into loud cheers.
The huge home screen opened, and the official name and logo of EXO's second tour appeared in white letters on a black background. The screams stayed for about five or six seconds, and all the lights dimmed together, leaving only the words in the darkness. Countless silver lights gathered together.
After the last burst of cheers, everyone fell silent in unison and watched seriously and excitedly as the main screen of the stage appeared and started playing VCR.
"Dingdong~Dingdong..."
The soft piano sound sounded, but the melody was not pleasant to the ear. Instead, it was full of a strange atmosphere, just like the accompaniment in a horror movie, immediately injecting a mysterious atmosphere into the venue.
"When this began to exist and where its correct location is, we have no way of knowing..."
The opening scene was a bummer. With an extremely suspenseful atmosphere, the pictures and dubbing began to reveal a shocking secret to all the audience. There is a group of mysterious beings that have existed since ancient times. Human technology cannot explore his true meaning, and It shows that this is research that does not belong to any one institution in the world.
This VCR shot has a very blockbuster feel. It shows the origin of the group name EXO by creating suspense from the side. It treats the alien planet exopla as a big mystery that troubles all mankind, and talks about various extremely extreme things in a serious tone. Second grade words.
However, although the lines are very average, the special effects are really well done. The hexagonal planet that represents exo and flies from the outer galaxy to the earth is extremely realistic and looks very high-quality.
Not to mention, the overall effect is very good. Even if some viewers think this concept is stupid and half-baked, it is still integrated into the well-made vcr unconsciously, and after attracting everyone's attention and curiosity , took the final answer:
"We call it...the exo'luxion!"
After the exo planet hit the earth, it created a huge impact and created an overwhelming plume of smoke and dust in the universe. The special effects, whether it's the dust or the starry sky behind it, are all very good, and they look so sophisticated that it gives a sense of déjà vu in a science fiction blockbuster.
The smoke and dust continued to spread on the surface of the earth, and when the camera turned, Chi Jingyuan appeared in the picture. He put on a very stylish pose, and made a move with his right hand, which represented his super power of 'light', a flash. A ball of light appeared in the palm of his hand, and then, like luck, after brewing for a while, it was pushed upwards handsomely, as if it was going to smash through the dim sky!
"Ahhhh..."
"yuan..."
As the first member to appear and also the most popular member, the audience cheered as soon as he appeared. Many Aili and Yuan fans celebrated happily for finally seeing their idol.
A large number of people who come here are Ai Li. They have already accepted EXO's various secondary concepts and super power settings. After accepting this, there will be nothing wrong with seeing this kind of vcr. The sense of shame, on the contrary, under the various backgrounds just now, the atmosphere of the scene, and the exciting BGM now, it even creates an epic feeling, which makes people feel excited.
"This shot of Jingyuan is really..." Jiang Seulqi's eyes lit up when she saw Ji Jingyuan showing up. She seemed to want to discuss it, but no one responded after she said it. She glanced at Bae Zhuhyun next to her, and further away. The two people were looking at the big screen seriously without hearing what she said. The black and white tones on the screen were particularly vivid in Pei Zhuhyun's eyes.
She smiled inwardly and then started to read.
Then the members appeared one after another, showing off their super powers in an unknown space full of rectangular columns. Light, fire, water, wind, electricity... all kinds of special effects came one after another.
Not to mention, when Chi Jingyuan and the others were filming, many members felt extremely embarrassed and awkward. It looked really stupid to pose in such a middle-class pose showing off super powers without any real object or background. However, in the matching After adding BGM and sophisticated special effects, the feeling came to me instantly.
Generally speaking, the cost of short videos such as mv or vcr can be easily evaluated based on the background. For example, simply shooting in a studio in Seoul or in a nearby city, the cost of this kind of shooting is The lowest, but it will be higher if you go to some well-known scenic spots overseas.
The most expensive thing is to do special effects. The cost is much higher than ordinary on-site shooting and setting. Being able to have a lot of special effects in MV or VCR is also a sign of the company's investment and dedication.
I have to say that sm company has really put in a lot of effort this time. From the trailer just now, to the planet explosion, to various super powers, the second part is indeed a bit too good, but the special effects are really thoughtful. Yes, the money is definitely not wasted.
"get ready."
In the last scene of vcr, the nine members of EXO stood in a row next to the cliff, then leaped forward and jumped into the bottomless abyss together.
At the same time, behind the big screen, the nine members of EXO, who had been preparing for a long time, were panting and trying to calm down. Jin Junmian reminded him in a low voice that after the next session, they would stand on the elevator next to them. On stage, officially on stage.
The main screen is the monitor, and it is also a huge moving door. This time, many songs appear from here after the transition.
Chi Jingyuan nodded, looked at the various equipment placed next to him, and silently took a deep breath to adjust his mental state.
The backstage behind the screen was actually very messy. Various audio equipment was placed densely everywhere, taking up most of the space. In some places, there was no room to even stand down.
The road is narrow, the turns are changeable and the lights are dark. If there is not someone to lead and guide you, it is easy to go wrong or get lost.
They have been waiting here for a while, wearing headphones and listening to the PD's command, ready to go on stage at any time.
At this time, in the front court, after the VCR ended, a slightly low-pitched music began to play. The lights came on and dimmed, then dimmed and lit again in a continuous cycle. The scenes on both sides of the stage were vaguely illuminated. I saw that at this time on both sides of the stage. There are two five-story towering shelves. On each shelf is a row of mysterious singers wearing dark cloaks. They stand there quietly in the shadows and start to hum and sing along with the sound source. .
A full sense of religion rushed over me instantly, and the atmosphere immediately became mysterious.
They are like a Satanic choir, emitting intoxicating holy sounds from their throats, which blend with the electronic music in the speakers, making people feel like they are in a misty other world.
Weird and bizarre.
Seeing this scene, many fans looked shocked and even forgot to wave the light sticks in their hands.
This impactful and unforgettable scene did not last long. Soon the lights on both sides dimmed and the group of people in black cloaks that made people feel hairy could no longer be seen, but the atmosphere was obviously enhanced. stand up.
Immediately after, extremely dynamic music started playing, and the lights on the ceiling kept flashing and sweeping across the venue like lasers. Various irregular patterns began to appear on the big screen, which dazzled people's eyes, a bit like a hot nightclub with an explosive atmosphere. , various combinations make people feel restless and enthusiastic.
Finally, the music gradually stopped and became lower, the lights turned on, a green light curtain began to scan from the ceiling, the huge screen door slowly opened, and when the screen stretched to the end, a misty black figure emerged from The sky slowly descended.
It was a huge elevator slowly descending from the ceiling of the venue. The lights dimmed so that only the shadow of a model lake could be seen. In the flickering light, nine upright figures gradually appeared on it, appearing in everyone's eyes. within sight.
However, I can't see the general outline clearly, I can only see an outline that makes people want to delve deeper.
Like light and shadow in the dark night, like a giant beast in the fog.
Under the roar of the mountains and the tsunami, and the silver light shining all over the mountains and plains, the elevator landed on the stage. At the same time, a burst of dazzling and dazzling fireworks suddenly erupted from both sides of the stage, which made the screaming decibel significantly increase. level.
As the lights dimmed, a beeping sound sounded like an air raid siren.
The next second, the lighting on the ceiling suddenly turned on. At this moment, the nine members of EXO truly appeared in everyone's eyes. They had already stood in their respective positions and set up the opening pose.
At the same time, an extremely familiar and exciting electronic sound blasted out:
"e in!"
This is "overdose".
