[Ahn Ji-hoon’s Library].
KBC.
It’s a late-night music talk show broadcasting on public airwaves, where live performances are emphasized to the extent that even post-production only slightly improves the sound quality.
Perhaps that’s why idol appearances were somewhat rare.
But since it’s a program with decent ratings, a few idols confident in their live skills were eager to participate.
“I definitely think I have company luck.”
That’s because this was the schedule arranged by the company amidst the controversy.
This kind of issue needed to be addressed quickly to shed its negative connotation, thanks to the company’s guidelines.
“Of course, it’s possible because I trust the members’ live skills.”
Especially since the majority of the public don’t go out to seek encores, it’s most effective to perform live on public programs.
“I’m surprised how quickly they decided to have us as guests…”
According to the Manager, the production team welcomed the hot girl group joining with both hands up in excitement.
“Well, with not just one or two guests but several…”
Given that big corporations and major entertainment agencies are in cahoots with the involved group, it seems they got business-related assistance…
Either way, it’s a confirmed schedule.
The members had been reducing their sleep to keep up vocal lessons both day and night, and always practiced warming up their voices in the waiting room.
“Hey, but am I not pretty good at singing for a rapper?”
“Who can’t? If you were bad, your company would have ditched you. It’s Haru Entertainment.”
“But they might have kept me for my looks instead.”
“Um… well, maybe that much…”
“I have a decent visual too, you know? Hey, what’s up with those eyes?”
*
[Seven, Ahn Ji-hoon is coming out on live today?]
(Ahn Ji-hoon’s [Library] guest lineup photo for this week)
Between Baek Beom-seung and JJ, there’s Seven lol
The difference is huge haha
As for audience reaction, eh, Ahn Ji-hoon’s Library has almost no post-production
If it’s Eun Se-ra or Kim Seo-yoon, they’ll make them sing live for ages lol
The rest of the easy parts will be handled by the other members haha
– Honestly, these kids are really dedicated, they all sing well but why…
└ Wow… how low are expectations for idols… to hear that and still think it’s haha… jackpot.
– Just worry about your own life. Don’t live cursing and slandering others.
└ You’ll know after today’s broadcast haha
– Sigh, just looking at manipulated posts haha
Do-hee’s Home Mama typed with trembling hands.
“Ahhhh! So annoying. You don’t even know!”
She felt like smashing her keyboard at any moment, but her patience was held back by one post.
[Ahn Ji-hoon’s Library Seven Viewing Review]
First of all, they performed three group title songs: Unsatisfied, Rose Nebula, and I’m in Love.
The cover songs were divided between the two teams.
Ha-rang, Se-ra, Hana, and Seo-yoon (Lee Jung-yeon – Did you disappear?)
“Ji-young, did you disappear?”
Do-hee, Chae-rin, Ye-eun (Jenny Clarkson – Stay with Me)
“Just like that.”
“I can’t be bothered to write more, but the reactions were really good, so that’s that.”
“It was a very short piece, but that’s why it felt reliable.”
“If things go according to this writing, the atmosphere should improve a lot… Huh.”
The Home Mama eased her boiling anger while drinking water.
And shortly after, “Ahn Ji-hoon’s Library” began.
“Hello, everyone, and welcome to Ahn Ji-hoon’s Library.”
The first guest was the popular singer Baek Beom-seung, who was being invited here and there for college festivals.
Next up was the highly recognized rapper, JJ.
“Why didn’t you just come out first…”
Setting aside the skills and trust in the members, there was a general prejudice that professional singers and current rappers were stronger than idols.
So, it was inevitable to worry whether Seven’s stage would be ignored by the live audience and lead to a chilly reaction.
And as expected, the two ended with the atmosphere completely lifted.
On SNS, posts from crazies flooded in, saying, “It’ll be different from the first two,” and “Seven’s educational moment in 5 minutes.”
Those kinds of posts made me unnecessarily anxious.
But seeing the reviews that the reactions were good helped calm my heart.
“Now, it’s their turn.”
Ahn Ji-hoon said softly in his trademark calm voice.
“They were the ones who shook the hearts of fans last year.”
I could hear the buzz from the audience.
“Yes, now they’re currently dominating the charts: Seven! Let’s meet them right now!”
As the members walked onto the stage, the cheers from the audience erupted just from their presence alone.
That response relieved a part of my heart.
Along with the members’ steps, the intro of ‘Unsatisfied’ began.
It started with Sara and Ha-rang alternating in the intro.
As expected, Sara effortlessly delivered the first line while staying true to her style.
“Sara… there’s really nothing to worry about.”
It was a voice that made me instantly understand why she was the main vocalist.
“But…”
Ha-rang, who was considered the most unstable among the main rappers, made my heart race.
Without realizing it, Do-hee’s Home Mama clasped her hands together.
And she hoped Ha-rang would do well.
It wasn’t because if Ha-rang failed, Seven would get criticized or Do-hee would.
It was just…
Just for some reason, I wanted Ha-rang to be recognized for his singing ability as well.
– “In my heart, you’re spreading like poison…”
And when Ha-rang finished his line with a clean voice, I jumped out of excitement without realizing it.
Suddenly, Do-hee’s Home Mama became aware.
“Have I just newly fallen for them…?”
Seems like watching the Seven members made me grow fond of all of them.
From [Jodul3], the competitive structure among the remaining members had been strong.
Seven’s fandom was essentially close to a collection of individual fans for each member.
This sometimes created awkward tension among fans…
“Somehow… it just doesn’t feel like the right time.”
At this moment, Do-hee’s Home Mama seemed to have finally become a fan of the group called Seven.
“Of course, my ultimate bias is still Do-hee, but…”
It felt like other fans shared the same sentiment.
*
Ever since Ahn Ji-hoon’s library aired, public opinion had noticeably improved.
[Today’s Ahn Ji-hoon Library featuring Seven]
(Video)(Video)(Video)(Video)(Video)
All seven of them sang live so well, I don’t get why they got hate.
“I thought they were lip-syncing because they were so good, but it was live; I acknowledge they’re top-tier girl group.”
└”Whether you accept it or not, they’re already top-tier first division, so what’s up with that?”
“It’s not like the instigators haven’t been doing this for a day or two; they’re always jamming the neutral gear while stepping on full throttle.”
└”Last video was just pieced together with the bad parts edited out.”
└”If you watch other encore videos, they did well, yeah.”
“You can really feel the determination in their expressions.”
“They have a lot of high notes, but they’re definitely good. Eun Se-ra and Kim Seo-yoon seem to have different vocal powers.”
└”Even now, you’re comparing them, good job.”
The friendly reactions were evident from the expressions of the audience caught on screen.
It was clearly captured how the audience was mesmerized while watching the members.
[Concerns from the general audience after Seven’s broadcast]
(Video)
As soon as Seven appeared, the cheers were insane lol.
(Video)
A guy who looks like he came with his wife during the Unseti stage lol.
“LOL, he’s watching with his mouth agape, can’t he look around a bit… lol”
└”How can you do that when Seven is right in front of you? lol”
“Isn’t he just loving it too much? lololol”
“He’s biting down hard on his teeth, though.”
“If we analyze the guy’s expression, happiness level skyrockets to 100 lol.”
“Going home with a fist coming at him? lol”
└”R.I.P.”
Of course, he was also enchanted by the members’ visuals.
However, if the live performance was a hard scream to listen to, those expressions wouldn’t be seen.
This proved that the live stage was actually good.
Yet, the trolls and haters always lingered around.
[Seems like they edited the audio too much in post-processing for Seven]
LOL… popular girl groups get treated differently, huh?
Some only rely on their voices to win, while others must be feeling reality crashing down… sigh…
It would be great if they gave heavy post-processing and managed their image like in the library.
“People who were actually there said the live was really good, so what’s with that?”
“If you have ears, you wouldn’t say something like this.”
“They’re haters from the start, so ignore them.”
But aside from the very few who sympathized with them, public opinion had flipped after all.
Lastly, Do-hee was at the center of the controversy over the AR encore.
The issue was indirectly mentioned during a talk segment on the show.
[Ahn Ji-hoon: They said Do-hee sings very accurately, almost like a machine, right?]
[Do-hee: I think it’s closer to an instrument than a machine, haha…]
As soon as Do-hee finished speaking, jeers were heard from the audience.
[Ahn Ji-hoon: (flustered) Oh, I misspoke. An instrument! An instrument! It means she’s that accurate. You get what I mean, right?]
“Do you understand what I’m saying?”
Do-hee was teasing the host with a look that said she couldn’t be trusted.
That expression received a lot of positive reactions from viewers for being cute.
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Anyway, I’ve heard you sing incredibly accurately. Is that possible because you have perfect pitch?]
[Do-hee: Ah… it’s not that grand…]
A clearly embarrassed look on her face.
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Why? You don’t need to be embarrassed!]
[Seo-yoon: She’s totally into it right now.]
[Do-hee: No, I’m not!]
[Ha-rang: I think Do-hee’s expressions show that she likes it these days.]
[Sara: …That’s right!]
Do-hee, who was being teased by the members, quickly changed the subject with a blush on her face.
[Do-hee: It’s not me who said it… but my vocal teacher said I have perfect pitch…]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Oh really? It’s actually a well-known fact among fans. So, is your consistent vocal power also thanks to perfect pitch?]
[Do-hee: It’s more like… um… I think of my voice like an instrument while singing… You know how when you play the piano, you control the softness and intensity? I do the same thing with my voice… Yeah, I think that’s how it works.]
Do-hee mentioned that this sometimes worried her.
[Do-hee: My vocal teacher said that compared to the piano, my singing is always too restrained, and that it can be a minus sometimes. So I think I need to work even harder to sing freely and beautifully like senior Baek Beom-seung!]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Is that so? I’m going too. Compared to Beom-seung, I’m nothing?]
[Do-hee: No…! Of course, I think you’re really great and cool, Ji-hoon senior!]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: But my singing isn’t that good?]
[Do-hee: No, no!]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Got it. I understand your feelings, Do-hee.]
[Do-hee: No, that’s not it…]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Haha, if I keep teasing, I might get scolded by the fans. So, let’s do a little test for Do-hee’s perfect pitch now.]
Ahn Ji-hoon explained the test and sat down at the keyboard in front of him.
He pressed each note carefully, starting from the first one.
[Do-hee: D#.]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Of course, the first note is too easy, right? Now, let’s try two notes together.]
As they stacked up, they finally reached the last six notes.
[Do-hee: D# E# F# G# A# B.]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Wow… she really gets them right away. That’s impressive! Now let’s do the last six-note one more time!]
This time, Do-hee tilted her head.
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Oh~ this time it took a bit longer. Are you confused?]
[Do-hee: Hmm… no matter how I think about it, it doesn’t seem like six notes… Isn’t it five notes? C, F, G#, A#, B…?]
[Ahn Ji-hoon: Wow… you got that right too? Yes, that’s the correct answer!]
And this broadcast episode became a hot topic in most communities.
Additionally, it trended in real-time on YouTube Shorts too.
“Hmm… today Seo-yoon Unni’s snoring is G#.”
“Oh no, she’s got that genius syndrome again! So annoying. And I don’t snore!”
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