2023 KANGDANIEL CONCERT FIRST PARADE IN SINGAPORE
Just a couple of days before Valentine's Day, Kang Daniel gave the best present to DANITYs with his First parade concert on 11 February. This was his first time back in Singapore since 2019, and from amazing choreography, to great vocals, and stunning outfits, the concert definitely did not disappoint.
As the introduction instrumentals reached a crescendo, Kang Daniel appeared looking absolutely mesmerising in a black and gold blazer amidst a cloud of fog, and he was greeted with thunderous screams from the crowd. His stage presence was magnificent, as he showed off his charisma and powerful dance moves with 'Who U Are' and 'Waves'.
As the introduction instrumentals reached a crescendo, Kang Daniel appeared looking absolutely mesmerising in a black and gold blazer amidst a cloud of fog, and he was greeted with thunderous screams from the crowd. His stage presence was magnificent, as he showed off his charisma and powerful dance moves with 'Who U Are' and 'Waves'.
[4K Video] @konnect_danielk Don't Tell □#KANGDANIEL #강다니엘 #KANGDANIELinSG #FIRSTPARADEinSG pic.twitter.com/duWtmXjiJn
— Korea Monthly (@koreamonthly) February 12, 2023
This was followed by a short introduction and chat, where his expression changed from cool to shy and gentle. The singer-songwriter confessed that while he was previously slightly pressured and nervous when he first started, but now feels more comfortable, as it has been 6 months since the tour began.
Kang Daniel continued with the next stage, 'Parade', and like a real parade, bursts of confetti rained down in the concert hall, highlighting the celebratory atmosphere, before he revealed the sexier side of him with 'Touchin'.
Kang Daniel continued with the next stage, 'Parade', and like a real parade, bursts of confetti rained down in the concert hall, highlighting the celebratory atmosphere, before he revealed the sexier side of him with 'Touchin'.
TOUCHIN’ □#KANGDANIEL #강다니엘 #KANGDANIELinSG #FIRSTPARADEinSG pic.twitter.com/LoNgjUBtvI
— Korea Monthly (@koreamonthly) February 11, 2023
After an outfit change, he returned to the stage in bubblegum colors, with 'Selfish', where it highlighted his vocals. In a bid to get closer to DANITYs, he then moved to the extended stage with '2U' and 'Upside Down'.
Upside Down □□□#KANGDANIEL #강다니엘 #KANGDANIELinSG #FIRSTPARADEinSG pic.twitter.com/yTP20d1c0s
— Korea Monthly (@koreamonthly) February 11, 2023
The next segment was similar to a 'this or that', where he was asked to make a choice and justify his answer. He encouraged fans to cheer depending on which answer they thought he'd pick, and it also allowed fans to get a closer glimpse into his thoughts and personality. The questions ranged from simple ones like 'Pizza without cheese' or 'Coke without carbonation' (to which he replied, 'both aren't actually Pizza or Cola', and honestly he's not wrong) to 'having his own opinion' or 'following others' recommendations' while on a trip ('I think I'm split between both, but usually I'll have my own intuition').
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Another more extreme question was whether he'd choose to have a full wardrobe change or re-do his makeup, after every song. He chose to change his outfit, reasoning that he'd be able to change as quickly as possible so as to spend more time with DANITYs.
He ended the segment with another performance, 'Jealous', before heading backstage once more.
Reappearing in a black and red outfit, he expressed his feelings through 'Misunderstood', 'Loser' and 'Antidote'. The songs and lyrics were very emotional, and Kang Daniel added that he makes it a point to try to be very honest whenever he writes lyrics, which he thinks he managed to do through 'Loser'.
The next song, 'Paranoia' showcased the impressive skills moves of both him and his team of dancers, as they lurched across the stage in a realistic attempt to resemble zombies.
He ended the segment with another performance, 'Jealous', before heading backstage once more.
Reappearing in a black and red outfit, he expressed his feelings through 'Misunderstood', 'Loser' and 'Antidote'. The songs and lyrics were very emotional, and Kang Daniel added that he makes it a point to try to be very honest whenever he writes lyrics, which he thinks he managed to do through 'Loser'.
The next song, 'Paranoia' showcased the impressive skills moves of both him and his team of dancers, as they lurched across the stage in a realistic attempt to resemble zombies.
PARANOIA ❤️□□#KANGDANIEL #강다니엘 #KANGDANIELinSG #FIRSTPARADEinSG pic.twitter.com/u6FxUoSe0i
— Korea Monthly (@koreamonthly) February 11, 2023
Kang Daniel returned to the stage, now in a casual black tee. He serenaded fans with 'Ghost', as white strings of lights surrounded him, creating a magical atmosphere. This was followed by '1000x', and 'Nirvana', where he spiced up his outfit with a sparkly blazer, and the lights dimmed after the performance.
However, this wasn't the end, back in a white tee this time - his encore performance included 'The Story', and a bonus additional song 'Ready to Ride' due to technical difficulties during the former. He bade his final farewell, but not before reminding DANITYs that he hopes to see them again. Hope to catch him back in our shores again soon!
However, this wasn't the end, back in a white tee this time - his encore performance included 'The Story', and a bonus additional song 'Ready to Ride' due to technical difficulties during the former. He bade his final farewell, but not before reminding DANITYs that he hopes to see them again. Hope to catch him back in our shores again soon!
We would like to extend our thanks to UnUsUaL Ent for giving us the opportunity to cover this event!
Photographer and Writer: Kai Lin
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