At one point, ONEUS encouraged concertgoers to go to Korea and see all the beautiful sights and sounds of their home country. Although they did not utilize the catwalk or extended stage on either night, the members’ strong stage presence was felt throughout the arena. Seoho, Leedo, Keonhee, Hwanwoong, and Xion went for an all-choreo setlist that showcased the group’s signature, gravity-defying dance moves, and synchronization. The group strolled onto the stage and opened with “ Bring It On” while dressed in the outfits from the song’s music video and album concept photos. Peter Byun / IPEįollowing suit was ONEUS, the only act to perform on both concert nights. With a new album confirmed to be in the works, fans will definitely be seeing more from them soon. Fan favorites “ Movie Star” and “ Cinema” pulled everyone to their feet as they sang along to the catchy melodies and lyrics. Many ASTRO fans called AROHA were also in attendance, proudly donning Moonbin jerseys and ASTRO fan banners.ĬIX kicked off the first night with their latest release, “ 458.” Fresh off their 2nd WORLD TOUR, BX, Seunghun, Yonghee, Bae Jinyoung, and Hyunsuk charmed the audience with their smooth dance moves and equally smooth vocals. Audience members turned on their phone lights in solidarity and offered a comforting, uplifting experience. “Although this is a tragic and sad time for the community, we hope that our festival can bring some light, love, and joy to the fans, and unite them through their love for this music and culture, to celebrate everything lived for – his music, dance, art, and the passionate and dedicated K-Pop fans.” His memory was honored through moments of silence and a “ Light Up” tribute held at the beginning of the first concert night. “Our heart goes out to his family and loved ones, and the fans and community worldwide who are mourning his loss,” said Alex Kang, the founder and event producer of the festival and the CEO of Infinite Projects Entertainment. While all of these activities provided a source of excitement and fun for K-Pop fans, they came during a difficult time for those in the K-Pop community due to the sudden passing of ASTRO’s Moonbin. By the time the members arrived at the expo floor and took their seats, the entire hall erupted in ear-piercing screams that resurfaced every time a member appeared on the large monitors above the stage. Among the scheduled programs, ENHYPEN attracted the largest (and loudest) crowd of them all. It featured star-studded programming that included thought-provoking panels from industry professionals as well as artist interviews, performances, and hi-touch fan engagements. He handled the device, with its quietly buzzing electric motor, with the precision of a draftsman working with a well-sharpened pencil.The Grammy Museum stage was the highlight of the expo. "I've liked all of his work I've seen, and I like him as a person," said Conley.Ĭonley and Poch planned her tattoo on paper first, to work out all the details before he picked up his Cheyenne Hawk tattoo machine. Conley, 21, said she came to Poch from her home in Massachusetts for her 12th tattoo. Poch was illustrating the right leg of Chelsea Conley on Feb. He also won first place in the Horror Contest at the Live Free or Die Tattoo Expo 2009, in Manchester, New Hampshire. His awards include first place in the "Best new piece, male" category at the Down East Tattoo Show, held in April 2011 in Hermon, Maine. I like graffiti art and other edgy art forms." "So many artists helped me in those years," he said. When he turned 18 he got his license and started to travel. Poch said he has created thousands of tattoos, starting when he was 13 years old. Now you have artists who know how to paint and draw. It used to be you went into a tattoo shop and picked a design from a wall display. I like to work on canvasses, skin or paper. I'm the only artist in the shop, and I take my art seriously. "Most people hear the word tattoos and think about bikers or gangs. "I do portraits, people, flowers, and animals," he said. Poch, who attends tattoo conventions, said he specializes in realism. "I've been to Australia, Tokyo, Amsterdam, Canada, California and Germany." "I spent those years traveling to pick up an education," he said. Poch, who grew up in the Bronx, New York, said he is largely self-taught, with an apprenticeship earned on the road over nine years. "I came this way because it was quieter and there are no competing shops in the area. "I used to work at a shop in Somers, but the partnership ended," he said.
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