by Maria Whibbey
THE BOYZ are back with their electrifying second world tour, 'ZENERATION II'. On July 21st in Atlanta, Georgia, the Boyz brought their mesmerizing performance at the Fox Theater and it was an unforgettable experience. Seeing them live brought their talent to life in a way that far surpassed what I had seen in videos.
When I first arrived at the venue, I was greeted by enthusiastic fans who were all lined up and excited to see their favorite performers in action. It was awesome to see everyone dressed in different outfits to match the songs, like "THRILL RIDE", "THE STEALER", and "ROAR". I even spotted someone dressed as Q's favorite doll, CHUCKY - so cool! Fans were spreading good vibes by giving out freebies, dancing, and chatting with each other. Even when it started to rain, you could still feel their eagerness and excitement to see The Boyz perform.
Photo credit: The Boyz's X (formerly Twitter) account
When the show started, the screams from the fans were so loud that I couldn't hear the boys at first. However, those screams quickly turned into words once the fans recognized the first song, 'DIAMOND LIFE'. The boys' singing and dancing were electrifying and I didn't know where to focus my attention. The energy from both The Boyz and the fans was spectacular. It was clear that they were feeding off each other, creating an amazing experience.
During the concert, there was a heartfelt moment when the members expressed their gratitude for everyone returning after 2 years and seeing them for the first time as OT11. (The first time they came to Atlanta in June 2022, members Q and Eric were not present). Knowing they were back as a full group made the night even more special. They were focused on making sure the fans were having fun and making up for lost time.
One thing I truly love about concerts is witnessing the dedication artists put into delivering an amazing show for their fans. Their hard work is evident in their strong stage presence, intricate choreography, and impressive outfits.The VCR videos perfectly synchronized with the following songs, showcasing their attention to detail. It's no wonder they have won the television competition show, MNET’s Road to Kingdom in 2020. Their commitment to going above and beyond for their fans is truly admirable.
Photo credit: The Boyz's X (formerly Twitter) account
As the night came to a close, The performances escalated in intensity and boldness, causing the crowd to scream even louder (which I hadn't thought was possible). I began to feel overwhelmed. I couldn’t decide whether "BREAKING DAWN" or "REVEAL" were the crowd favorites! The atmosphere during those songs was simply electrifying. As the members expressed their gratitude and said their goodbyes, Kevin was deeply moved by the fans singing along in both English and Korean. It was such a touching moment to him that he mentioned how he even stumbled over the lyrics during the performance.
Looking back at that concert, it was definitely an unforgettable and enjoyable experience. I went in as a casual listener, and now I proudly consider myself a certified Deobi (the Boyz’s fandom name). I wish them the best for their future endeavors and I am eagerly looking forward to any future projects they will release. I'll definitely be seeing them again next year!
If you haven't already, don't miss out on the chance to buy a ticket to their show. I promise you'll be thrilling out all night long!