Renowned Korean diva Han Young-ae, often celebrated as the “witch of sound,” is set to captivate audiences with an extraordinary six-hour live radio marathon. This special broadcast precedes her highly anticipated 50th debut anniversary concerts scheduled for June, her agency Namu Music announced on Monday. Fans and music enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting this deep dive into her illustrious five-decade career.
The extensive broadcast will take place on Thursday across three consecutive programs on Gyungin Broadcasting System iFM. Han Young-ae’s radio special will begin with “Park Hyun-joon’s Radio Gaga” from noon to 2 p.m., followed by “Always a Good Day,” hosted by special DJ Jungin, from 2-4 p.m. The marathon will conclude with “Always Incheon with Bae Chil-soo” from 4-6 p.m., promising an afternoon filled with her iconic presence.
This unique six-hour relay, spread across three distinct live programs on a single broadcasting station, is an exceptionally rare and significant programming event, underscoring the importance of Han Young-ae’s milestone celebration.
Throughout her appearances, Han Young-ae will offer a reflective journey through her remarkable 50-year music career, accompanied by captivating live song performances. The “Radio Gaga” segment will delve into the Korean and Western musical influences that shaped her early years, including her formative experiences with the four-member folk group, Haebaragi.
Listeners tuning into “Always a Good Day” can expect to hear Han Young-ae’s personally curated selection of her signature songs, while “Always Incheon” will engage fans by featuring their heartfelt stories submitted under the theme, “My Han Young-ae.”
Following this expansive radio event, Han Young-ae will officially launch her nationwide 50th anniversary concert tour. The inaugural performances are scheduled for June 13 and 14 at the prestigious Woori Financial Art Hall in Seoul, marking a grand start to her celebratory tour.
Concert-goers can look forward to hearing her recently released anniversary single, “SnowRain,” which debuted in April and features songwriting and composition by Kim Tae-won of the legendary rock band Boohwal. The concerts will also showcase a rich repertoire of songs spanning her entire five-decade musical legacy, making them an unmissable experience for long-time fans and new listeners alike.
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