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| Photo Cr. Niclas Glasberg // KpopWise |
On November 16, ONEW brought his "PERCENT (%)" tour to Helsinki, at the Kulttuuritalo.
The concert was a deeply personal and emotionally resonant experience that transcended the typical boundaries of a live performance. Playing to a sold-out venue, the SHINee leader delivered an evening that felt more like an intimate gathering than a traditional concert, showcasing his extraordinary vocal abilities that filled that filled the entire stage and venue on his own. The warmth he received from the Finnish audience was matched by the care and sincerity he poured into every moment on stage, creating a mutual exchange of affection that defined the entire night.
ONEW appearing in a snow white suit, opened with atmospheric tracks like "PERCENT (%)" before flowing into softer, more cinematic pieces including "No Parachute," "Yeowoobi," "Far Away," and "Conversation." These early songs established a foundation of tender storytelling and quiet emotional power, with ONEW's voice filling the space with remarkable purity. The audience responded with hushed reverence rather than typical concert energy, demonstrating the deep respect and connection they felt toward his artistry and the vulnerability he shared through each performance.
As the evening progressed, ONEW skillfully shifted the mood with more upbeat tracks like "All Day" and "MAESTRO," energizing the crowd and inviting them to dance. Between songs, he engaged warmly with fans through casual conversation and playful banter in multiple languages. A particularly touching moment came when he honored audience requests by performing a brief but beautiful snippet of "Blue," teasing the crowd with his signature honeyed vocals before delivering the lines that sent the room into delighted chaos.
This intimate performances, enhanced by soft lighting and a captivated audience, felt like a shared secret between artist and fans. The reflective beauty continued with "Starry Night" carrying an emotional glow that moved many as the audience sang Starry Night with ONEW, demonstrating how in sync the artist and fans are together.
The Helsinki concert, built entirely on authentic connection rather than spectacle, signals that ONEW's upcoming U.S. tour beginning in January 2026 promises to be one of the year's most heartfelt and memorable concert experiences.
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