DimSum13 :HK FA (part last)

Hi cri~

Last part of the fan account ^ ^;;

My disclaimer: this is purely from my thought; no offense intended. I might not get everything right, but this is as close as I can remember. Pictures are not from me; credit as tagged. I got them mostly from weibo and JKS baidu bar (tieba. baidu.com/jangkeunsuk)

 

If there’s one thing that I feel is almost impossible to write about, it’s Lounge H.  What was going on the stage was just indescribable.  You’ve just got to be there to capture the feeling, the atmosphere, the heat, the whole nine yards.  Words would fall really short of the whole experience.  So I’m afraid it’s not gonna be a detailed account, but a little snippets of the show ^^

Lounge H started off with the usual “This is electronic music… this is electronic party” gig, but in Hong Kong, the green laser effect brought home the feeling that it really was a party. And the audience was more than ready to party with Team H.

They started out with Seungriharira, the Lounge H theme song.  Big Brother was manning the DJ station, as always, when Keun Suk appeared at the top of the stair and made his way to the main stage while waving the Cri J flag.  They wore the similar getup as in Singapore, with black and white jackets and bling bling shirts.

What went on afterwards was similar with Singapore FM.  The main difference was Team H let looser in Hong Kong FM. They sprayed water to the audience (and I jumped in reflex to catch those drops hahaha *hides*)  And Keun Suk drank the water and poured it over himself more often.  He wiped his sweat with a towel, poured water from his bottle to it, and then flung it to the audience. My luck ran short again, as I only got to touch the corner of that towel before it was snatched away T_T  But what I want more is the towel he used to wipe his body… and legs… and… *grins*  But that cheeky guy looked at us, grinned and then flung the towel to his left while his eyes were still laughing at us *sigh*

Oh, and they had the cutest interaction while Keun suk introduced Big Brother to the audience. He called him BB (read: bee-bee) hahahaha I was laughing when he said something like “so, BB, what do you want to say to Hong Kong?” LOL then Big Brother also answered with the cutest phrase. When Keun Suk said he’s a great music producer in Korea, Kurt grinned and said “thank you… wannabe, wannabe…” LOLZ  He also answered with wannabe, wannabe another time, but I forgot what the question was 

They were DJ-ing when Sukkie walked offstage. I knew he’s gonna bring someone with him, and this time it’s Jason’s turn first.  Without further ado, Jason took the stage dancing this dorky dance (while Keun Suk was laughing like a loon behind him LOL). But it’s a short dance, half of what he did in Singapore before he ran backstage again. Still laughing, Keun Suk went backstage again, and I knew he’s gonna bring Gunsama this time. Bingo.  But this Gunsama was less shy than in Singapore. He shook his booty, then dance their signature dance with Suk, then he turned around and shook his booty again while covering his face with his hands ^O^

Then Keun Suk went off stage again. When he came back, he brought with him Hulrang-ee Eun Suk! (so he can escape in Singapore but not here LOL)  Suk gestured for him to dance, and what he did couldn’t be possibly termed a dance? LOL He only moved his fist around a bit, shook his booty a bit, and then ran off stage hahahaha And then Keun Suk went off stage again.  I was thinking “no way he’s bring Heungro back now, right?”  And then he came back with a leash! And he’s dragging something heavy! I remembered January Lounge H and shouted Suni!!  And true enough, he was bringing Suni with him. Her imitation, that is, but life-size!  He danced with her, and the cheeky guy made a move to throw Suni out to the audience.  My hands were already stretched as far as they could, but he pulled her back at the last moment and gave her such tender kiss.  The crowd were screaming like crazy by then lolz…

While in Singapore they sang domancho, it’s not the case in Hong Kong.  I think something must have happened to Kurt, because after Shake It, he suddenly left Sukkie on the DJ table all by himself while he disappeared back stage. Keun Suk talked for a bit, then he too went in. And while domanco was playing, we were shown video clip of Gotta Getcha MV making *not that I’m complaining, but I also want to see them do domancho live in addition to the video clip bonus ;P*

Then the light started to go on and off, on and off, before it was off and Keun Suk walked in again wearing black jacket and white pants, similar to the ensemble he wore during fansign. He sat/leaned on the steps and started talking (hiks… T_T) and then he said it would be the last song of the night, and he said “You’re my precious”.  He sang his favorite song from Marry Me, Mary album and when he’s finished, he waved and went in.

The audience started to shout “encore” and I knew he would come back out again since he hasn’t worn that I♡Fan T-shirt  And as predicted, he went out again wearing that t-shirt ^^ He sang Promise, and then he said “See you next year, Hong Kong” before he waved goodbye.

After the FM, my friend told me Keun Suk said he would come to Macau next year.

Now, here’s my take: I think in terms of performance, Hong Kong is much better than Singapore. Not only the stage and lighting were better, but also they had their practice a week before.  They already know going in what they could expect from the audience.  Plus, he sang Oh My Darling there (I still can’t get over how cuteeee he was and how hearing him singing it had forever changed that song for me)… and the movie from Budapest was really racking winning points in my book.

But in terms of which one I enjoy more, I would have to say Singapore, even when my seat in Hong Kong was much better.  The smallish venue made for more interactions between Keun Suk and the audience. You can see him going down the stage and walk near the fans, something he could never do in Hong Kong.  It feels more intimate, just like fan meetings are supposed to be.  Hong Kong felt more like a concert somehow… And everything was brand new; we didn’t know what kind of FM he would present to us.  Big plus was the fact that I can follow the conversation in Singapore 

Now, if you ask me to choose which one is better in general, I really couldn’t make up my mind lolz… Let me try; I would say… um, let’s wait for Bangkok? ^O^

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DimSum12 : HK FA (part 2)

Hi cri~

Second part of Fan Account of Hong Kong Cri Show~

When I checked twitter after the FM, I saw some people were asking me whether Hong Kong FM was better than Singapore one. Well, let’s see… since it’s all cri shows, how about I’ll put up some pics and comments of the FM that were different, and see if you’ll agree with my take at the end ^^

Another disclaimer: this is purely from my thought; no offense intended. I might not get everything right, but this is as close as I can remember. Pictures are not from me; credit as tagged. I got them mostly from weibo and JKS baidu bar (tieba. baidu.com/jangkeunsuk)

 

While I was delighted when I entered SG FM venue (I love that the place wasn’t too big n how cozy it made me feel for an FM), Hong Kong somewhat awed me. I said somewhat because the place was the same as last year FM, with the similar arrangement.  I imagine the people at the VIP back sections would have a hard time seeing him since the floor was kinda flat.  But it still awed me, because the stage was simply awesome.  It’s much bigger than SG FM, and in a “T” letter. And it just so happened that my seat was on the 2nd row at the end of that “T” leg so I had clear and close view of the stage without having to do much but look ahead ^O^

When we reserved our VIP tickets, we were told there will be a surprise gift for the VIP ticket holders. The regular one would get a poster each. And what a gift!! Before we entered the hall, we were given a bag containing Suk’s HK FM poster and 4 big pics: 2 of him and 2 of Team H. I love the pics!! ^O^

Anyway, the show started off with his CF being shown. First was Ole Winky eye.  Then Samsung Galaxy Player (too bad the sounds disappeared in the middle of the clip >.<) Then the lights were off and the eels started screaming.  Announcement was made in English that taking pictures and videos were prohibited, that Keun Suk wanted the fans to have full experience of the FM. Then the same notice was repeated in Chinese. And in Japanese *heard the blue eels behind me screamed lol* Then in Thai ^O^ *niki and jane, my Thai friends, must be over the moon when they heard the notice in their language LOL* But I wonder why they didn’t make a Korean or Cantonese ones 

And then elevated from below the stage, a figure in black suit slowly appeared. The intro of Let Me Cry started playing, and all of a sudden, the fans started to run to the stage! Dear Lord, it was chaotic… O.O Even a girl in crutches hobbled her way to the stage too.  And the security guards did nothing!  Keun Suk started to sing and the fans were even higher.  The girl beside me wanted to follow the crowd and asked me to move to the stage too.  So I followed the crowd, but I had to crick my neck to look up to the stage, and I could only see his face but not what he was doing.  Since I prefer the view from my seat, I went back.  And maybe it’s my feeling only, but I don’t think he was too happy about the whole situation.  While usually his eyes were alive during his FM, I found they looked kinda detached that time…

Anyway, after he finished up his song, he greeted the fans in English, welcoming us to his Cri Show.  A short speech, then he said he would sing another song from his new album, his favorite Oh My Darling, which is also my favorite song from his new album! I didn’t know how many decibels my scream was kkkkk.  I can’t even begin to describe how good it was: the atmosphere, his charisma, his energy, that feeling you get when you see him in front of your eyes. Everything.  I just know that listening to that song would never feel the same again.  Now every time I heard that song, I’d see in my mind how cute and gorgeous he looked that night. I’m doomed, I tell you hahaha…

One of the most memorable thing that night was when they’re talking about the photobook. While in SG I squealed when he showed his pics in Budapest, in Hong Kong I almost fainted when he showed the short video, also shot in Budapest. OMD, it’s really a must buy item for all eels.  He acted really well in that movie.  I love his every expression there.  In fact, in one of the scenes, where he was holding his tears back, I can feel my heart being squeezed too ;P And bonus for us international eels: I noticed there’s English sub in that video! \(^O^)/ Really can’t wait to watch that movie in its entirety.

Not only in Budapest, but he showed different pictures from Belgium and London too.  I particularly remember the last one from London: he was bare top. When that picture was put on the screen, Keun Suk yelled and laughed, and I squealed n my cheering flag almost flew from my hand kkkkk (luckily it fell not far away  ) And that picture was shown the shortest. Only a couple seconds before they took it off (LOL)

Another thing was when they’re talking about how his single album became number 1 on Oricon chart.  I was yay-ing and waving my blue flag in excitement while he answered the MC.  From what little I understand, he said thanks to the Japanese fans for their support and then he looked pointedly at me LOL (thanks to jksholic for giving me the blue flag ^O^) He must have thought I’m a Japanese eel kkkk 

It’s really too bad I speak no Cantonese at all, so I can only understand a little bit of the Korean that he said and none of what the MC said. I would love to know what else they’re talking about… but I understand enough to see how comfortable and close Keun Suk was with the MC (btw, this guy was also the MC for his FM last year) They joked around, and he was laughing so hard when the MC tried to imitate him.

It was during Please, My Bus that the security guard tried to put the fans back in order (maybe Suk said something about it, just like how he asked the fans to sit down in SG? Was that why the security started to do their job?)  But they should have done it from the first if that’s what they’re trying to achieve.  By then, it was already too late.  The fans kept running back to the stage even after the security moved the barricade closer to the seats  (-_-’|)  I had no other choice but to stand up too (and I really feel bad for the people sitting at the back. Must be even more frustrating for them)  At the end, the security simply gave up and just sat down near the barricade, doing nothing >.<

After he sang Please, My Bus, he went backstage again and Marry Me, Mary clip was shown (exactly like SG FM).  But instead of English transcript, it’s in Chinese.  Then the host popped out again calling Kang Mu Gyul to the stage.  Again, I understand nothing of what they’re talking about T_T But at one time, Mu Gyul stood up and transformed into Tae Kyung, giving Mi Nam permission to like him.  So weird to hear Tae Kyung’s words and voice and see his expression and pouts while he’s wearing Indie-bohemian fashion LOL

The Hello Hello that he sang next was just like Singapore. He sang the ballad version first, then stop mid-way and changed it to Mu Gyul’s style.  What made it different was the effect on the stage. Here, they had the smoke billowing, more play of lights, etc.

He went in again and we’re shown You’re Beautiful clip (also the same clip as SG FM, but with Chinese transcript).  Then the MC called Tae Kyung to the stage. He was wearing leopard jacket with dark brown shirt that I also recognized one of Tae Kyung’s numerous shirt ^^

The staff rolled in a box for the lucky draw (and I had a moment of panic because I didn’t write anything on any piece of paper before going into the hall), but this time, instead of names, they called out seat numbers.  I heard the MC asked questions like what kind of animal chased after Tae Kyung, etc (hiks, can’t understand a thing! T_T) They got their three winners, and they went up the stage. He shook their hands and gave them their presents.  One of the winners brought her daughter with her to the stage, so Sukkie gave her a hug.  Then suddenly he said to her “kiss me” and tapped his cheek.  The lucky little girl really gave him a peck, while the fans were screaming in protest and envy LOL (At this time, I tweeted in a hurry saying Sukkie asked a girl to kiss him and you wouldn’t believe how many and what kind of replies I got LOL).

Suddenly, Sukkie said he would like to call one more.  The lucky girl stood up when her seat number was called.  This time, Keun Suk asked the question himself. He asked when Mi Nam’s fingers got glued together, what did he use to fix it.  The girl answered “brush” but it’s not the answer he’s looking for. He said “deng!” signaling wrong answer (he used “bingo” when the answer was correct) but the girl looked like she was about to cry.  So he called her to the stage and asked the audience if he should give her another chance (okay, I guessed this part, because I couldn’t fully understand what he was saying… ;P) but the fans all gave negative answers.  The girl was really about to cry by then, so he gave her another chance anyway to answer it.  When she got it right this time, he said bingo while smiling at her. Then he hugged her!  And picked her up!  And swayed with her! Oh My Darling… even I was screaming by then hahahaha ;P

Afterwards, Tae Kyung sang his song: As Ever. And we waved the JKS♥Forever banner we were given before we entered the hall.  And then part 1 of the FM was finished.  And I can’t believe how long this has become ^^;;

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DimSum11 : HK FA (part 1)

Hi cri~

Cri Show in Hong Kong has left us months ago, but reading this Fan Account freshen my memory of the good all time we shared together. Catch up HK Cri Show from Shiro's point of view ^___^

Hong Kong marked the second stop of Jang Keun Suk’s Asia Tour, and I’m soooo glad I could be a part of it.

If I thought SG fansign was short, HK was even shorter. The fansign was supposed to start at 1:30pm, and we came early to pick up our FM tickets. But many eels were already there to choose the best spots to see him. We had to take the 3rd floor to get unhindered view of him (thank God for the zooming power of our cameras ^^;; ) By noon, it was unbelievable how many people were there. If we thought our 3rd floor spot wasn’t too good, there were more fans on the 4th, 5th and 6th floor!

Some pics I took…

Anyway, he came late to the venue, around 2:30pm, and looked a bit pale (I heard he had stomachache or something?) The moment we heard screams near the exit door, we knew he’s already arrived. He went into his dressing room just behind the stage, and soon Jason, Gunsama and Eun Suk came out to check out the area. Gunsama and Jason were talking when suddenly that door opened and Keun Suk’s head popped out. So cute how he crooked his finger to Gunsama and the latter quickly went in (I squealed when I saw his head popped out and pressed my camera button a second too late… as the result, his head already disappeared into the dressing room again and I only got a half-opened door pic kkkkkk)

About 10 minutes later the fansign started. Keun Suk only said a short greeting before they proceed. And in super speed! 45 minutes later, only about 10 people were left in the autograph queue!  The whole thing were finished in 1 1/2 hour, I think.

Some things stood out for me during the fansign. First, when Let Me Cry started playing, I saw him singing along with it (oh, how I wish  were on the stage at that time to hear him sing it T_T). Second, there’s a lady bringing her son along and that little boy gave him a lollipop. He looked so surprised and full of pleasure when he saw it. He shook his hand, and then picked him up to stand on the table and hugged him! And OMD, what a smile… my hand chose that moment to shake and resulted in blur pic T_T There were also several eels who forgot to shake his hand/interlock fingers with him (there’s no way in hell they would refuse, right?) His hands were already in position and the eels were just walking away holding their signed poster in a daze and he had the cutest embarrassed laugh  (oh, and I saw some people rolled up their posters and asked him to sign elsewhere, like Cri J magazine! Something you can’t do in SG I was told).  But if he still hugged some fans in SG, here he didn’t hug any but the very last one.

After he’s done with the fansign, I went to the 1st floor trying to locate his manager to ask him to pass my gift to Keun Suk, but what looked like a sea of people from 3rd floor really could drown someone. It was impossible to talk to his manager in that condition, and I quickly gave up the idea. Instead of being pushed and pulled, I opted to stay a little bit behind the people, just as long as I can see him, but then more people were coming in and soon I was in the middle of that sea anyway. I saw some fans climbed the barricade and pointed their camera above the partition to catch him whenever he’s going to his dressing room. And the security guard were like banging on the partition or move them suddenly to dislodge the cameras. What a scary battle ^^;;  And it’s even more scary when he tried to make his way to the exit door. The pushing, the guards’ yelling, the screaming of his name… omg, really appreciate how good his managers protected him… and really admire how he could still be smiling in such condition ^^;;

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