Band LUCY wrote another chapter in their growth story by entering KSPO DOME (formerly the Gymnastics Arena) for the first time since their debut. With drummer Shin Kwang-il returning from military service, the full-group performance proved both the journey LUCY has traveled and their current power.
LUCY (Shin Ye-chan, Choi Sang-yeop, Jo Won-sang, Shin Kwang-il) held their first solo concert, “2026 LUCY 9TH CONCERT ‘ISLAND'” (hereafter ‘ISLAND’), on the 17th at KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul. This was the final show of the two-day event that began on the 16th. LUCY has shown steady growth, expanding their venue scale from Blue Square Mastercard Hall to Jangchung Gymnasium and Ticketlink Live Arena. Having sold out all eight solo concerts since debut, they finally stepped onto the KSPO DOME stage. Over a running time of nearly 3 hours and 40 minutes, LUCY unfolded their signature refreshing band sound and narrative.
The show kicked off with “Germination”, “Flowering”, and “Hero”. Appearing via a lift, the members immediately energized the crowd. Just before “Hero”, a VCR played, featuring childhood photos, early debut days, and current moments, condensing the time it took for LUCY to reach the KSPO DOME stage. Bassist Jo Won-sang shared his excitement, saying, “LUCY has finally entered the Gymnastics Arena,” while vocalist Choi Sang-yeop credited the fans, saying, “It’s all thanks to you.”
One of the most significant moments of the concert was the return of drummer Shin Kwang-il. After 18 months, the four members stood on stage together again. Performing at KSPO DOME as a full group for the first time since his discharge, he said, “I’m so happy we can all perform on such a big stage.” He also drew laughter from the audience with his playful charm, mentioning, “The juniors I lived with in the army came to see the show.” Choi Sang-yeop added, “After a long time of building up, we’ve finally returned as a full group.”
The production scale was also expanded. LUCY incorporated various elements, including large stage devices, concept VCRs, and meticulous movement planning. VCRs wittily parodying students, doctors, and office workers were inserted to refresh the mood, and a radio-style segment introducing fan stories flowed naturally into the members’ solo stages, increasing immersion.
A particularly eye-catching detail was the moving drum set. While drums usually stay in the back to support the band, it was different this time. During the performance of “Hot”, as the members moved toward the protruding stage, the entire drum set moved forward with them. Shin Kwang-il introduced the equipment, noting, “We made this specifically for this concert.” This rare production element added to the visual excitement.
During the “Opening” stage, fans turned the venue into a sea of starlight with their phone flashes, matching the lyrics, “I will find the forgotten me following the constellations embroidered in the night sky.” In a scene that looked like the night sky had been moved indoors, LUCY moved freely around the venue to make eye contact with fans. In particular, Shin Ye-chan’s violin solo clearly showcased LUCY’s identity. His performance, cutting through the band sound, instantly dominated the flow of the concert, and his passion was evident in the intense playing that seemed as if the bow might fly off.
Choi Sang-yeop marveled, “The venue was chilly before the show, but now the heat is incredible,” and enjoyed the excitement of the final concert, shouting, “We did 3.5 hours yesterday, can we do 4 hours today?” The members continued the show with a relaxed pace, as if wanting to savor the moment rather than be rushed by the running time.
The mid-section was filled with solo and unit stages highlighting each member’s personality. Before the “All Ages” stage, a VCR capturing their six-year journey like a movie film was screened. Then, Shin Kwang-il performed “Gugu-jeoljeol” from the second full-length album ‘Childish’ (released on the 29th) live for the first time. Appearing in the same outfit as the VCR, he acted as a radio DJ, introducing stories and naturally connecting the following stages.
The most touching moment was Shin Ye-chan’s solo stage. After a story about his dog ‘Shin-seol’ was introduced, Shin Ye-chan sat on the protruding stage holding a doll that resembled his dog and sang Standing Egg’s “Little Star”. Though it started calmly, his sincerity was felt through his reddening eyes and trembling voice. Shin Ye-chan later confessed, “Even though it’s not a story I’m hearing for the first time, hearing it from below made me emotional. I performed while trying to suppress the sadness.”
Choi Sang-yeop’s solo stage also refreshed the atmosphere. Appearing in a soccer uniform style, he continued LUCY’s signature youth vibe with his refreshing vocals and clear tone. Jo Won-sang appeared in a suit to perform “Porch Light”, showing a mature side different from his usual bright and refreshing image.
For “Chameleon”, a game-concept production was added. Along with the flashy playing of the violin and bass, the stage unfolded with a game character on screen attacking a chameleon, followed by a lift descending the moment the character fell. Tension peaked with a solo performance part when only the last character remained. The venue heated up again every time the violin, bass, and drums synchronized.
Later, during “But Really” and “A Certain Day in the 21st Century”, most of the audience stood up, shaking the venue with sing-alongs and jumping. The members breathed with the fans, shouting “Scream!” and “Jump!”, and the fans poured out their energy throughout the show. The connection was so strong that the boundary between the stage and the audience blurred.
As the concert neared its end, the members shared heartfelt thoughts. Choi Sang-yeop said, “We really poured everything into this concert. I wanted to make sure nothing was missed in terms of visual and auditory enjoyment.” Jo Won-sang laughed, saying, “I feel sad every time a song ends. We should have performed for three days.”
Choi Sang-yeop added, “I’m grateful that as the venue gets larger, I feel like I can share more with you. When I look at the audience, I can see happiness floating. Seeing you enjoy yourselves without worries makes me feel happy too.” Jo Won-sang also noted, “I feel that all four of us are growing while performing.”
Even in a large venue like KSPO DOME, LUCY did not lose their unique color. Despite the flashy stage devices and scale, the heart of the performance remained the four members’ playing and their chemistry with the fans. Their unrivaled band sound led by the violin, the synergy of the full group, and the energy that didn’t cool down for nearly four hours proved once again why LUCY has established themselves as leaders of the K-band scene.
Meanwhile, LUCY once again proved their strong ticket power by selling out both days of this performance. They plan to continue the heat of the ‘ISLAND’ tour, visiting Taipei on June 20 and Yokohama, Japan, on July 24.
