NCT WISH performed at a sold-out KSPO Dome in Songpa, Seoul, where they unveiled performances from their first full-length album and marked the grand finale of their inaugural solo tour.
NCT WISH (XION, Yuushi, Riku, Sakuya, Ryo, and Jaehui) staged the third encore performance of their ‘NCT WISH 1st CONCERT TOUR ‘INTO THE WISH: Our WISH’ ENCORE IN SEOUL’ at the KSPO Dome on the evening of the 19th.
Following performances on the 17th and 18th, the group’s three-day engagement drew a total audience of 33,000, with tickets selling out even for restricted-view seats, a testament to their immense popularity.
This concert served as an encore for NCT WISH’s first solo concert tour, which began in October of last year and spanned 33 performances across 19 global locations, culminating in Seoul.
Notably, this marked NCT WISH’s first appearance at the KSPO Dome. The group plans to expand their performances to Seoul Myunghwa Live Hall for a fan meeting tour in 2024, Seoul Olympic Handball Gymnasium in March 2025 for an Asia tour, and Incheon Yeongjongdo Inspire Arena for their first solo concert tour in October.
Reflecting their growing popularity, the scaled-up venue featured a shrine-themed set, a large LED screen measuring 68×12 meters, and an extended stage with a green star-shaped lift, all designed to enhance the immersive experience.
The concert was structured into six chapters. The show opened with a mysterious introductory performance featuring their first mini-album title track ‘Steady,’ followed by ‘Baby Blue’ and ‘Songbird,’ which energized the stage and completed Chapter 0, ‘INTO THE WISH.’
Chapter 1, ‘Wishful Madness,’ commenced with Jaehui’s piano solo, leading into performances of ‘Skate’ and ‘On & On (More and More).’ The standout performance of ‘Reel-ationship,’ with members adorning cat ears, particularly delighted fans.
Continuing with the Korean version of their Japanese debut full album’s title track, ‘Wishful Winter,’ ‘FAR AWAY,’ and a dance break-enhanced ‘Design,’ they concluded the chapter with their unique mystical vibe.
In Chapter 2, ‘Our WISH,’ the group depicted their journey of coming together as a team and their bond with fans, known as ‘Seasony.’ They performed tracks from their pre-debut single, including ‘We Go! (Korean Ver.),’ ‘Hands Up (Korean Ver.),’ and their debut song ‘WISH,’ engaging with fans on the second floor, which further excited the audience.
During the concert, the group premiered performances from their upcoming first full-length album. They introduced the album ‘Ode to Love’ and its title track, both scheduled for release on the 20th, to fans.
In Chapter 2.0, ‘NEW WISH,’ they premiered the album track ‘Sticky,’ building anticipation for their new release. They also showcased lively and free tracks like ‘Hello Mellow’ and ‘poppop.’
Chapter 3, ‘Acceleration,’ featured performances of ‘NASA (Short Ver),’ ‘CHOO CHOO,’ ‘Videohood,’ and ‘COLOR,’ displaying explosive energy, a departure from their signature refreshing charm.
The encore in Chapter 4 offered close interaction with fans and featured the debut performance of the title track ‘Ode to Love,’ marking the finale of their first solo tour in a heated atmosphere.
NCT WISH is set to release their first full-length album, ‘Ode to Love,’ at 6 PM on the 20th.
The title track ‘Ode to Love’ samples The Cranberries’ ‘Ode To My Family,’ reinterpreting its iconic humming motif into a New UK Garage-based dance-pop song.
Image source: SM Entertainment
