In an spectacular musical homecoming, Korean artist Woodz delivered two unforgettable nights for 20,000 devoted fans during his '2025 Woodz Preview Concert: index_00' in Seoul. The November 29-30 concerts represented both a farewell to his past musical era and an exciting prologue to his future artistic direction.
Military Moment Sparks Chart Domination
The concert's massive success follows Woodz's extraordinary rise in popularity after his now-legendary October performance on KBS's 'Immortal Songs'. Appearing in military uniform, the singer triggered a social media frenzy that propelled his self-produced track 'Drowning' from near obscurity to claiming the number one spot on Melon charts in May 2025.
This achievement was particularly significant given the constant stream of new releases in the competitive K-pop industry. The performance video has accumulated nearly 23 million views to date, with 'Drowning' becoming an anthem for fans who discovered Woodz's versatility during his service with the Korea Military Academy Army Band.
Concert Spectacle and Surprise Revelations
The concerts featured a stunning 360-degree stage that reflected Woodz's growing ambition and scale as an artist. Yonhap News described the event as bridging the singer's 20s with the bold beginning of his 30s, marking what they called the 'true beginning of Act One' for the artist, whose real name is Cho Seung-youn.
The setlist spanned multiple genres, including:
- The emotional ballad 'I'll Never Love Again'
- The high-energy track 'Smashing Concrete'
- The chart-topping fan favorite 'Drowning'
True to the 'preview' theme, Woodz debuted several never-before-heard songs including 'CINEMA', '화근', and '00:30', revealing these tracks are scheduled for his first studio album next year. The crowd's excitement peaked during performances of 'CINEMA' and the upcoming album's title track '00:30', with Woodz actively seeking immediate audience feedback after each new song.
A New Chapter Begins
The concert series successfully revitalized Woodz's career while setting the stage for his upcoming musical projects. The combination of his military service-inspired popularity surge and the preview of new material has created significant anticipation among fans and industry observers alike.
With his innovative 360-degree stage design, emotional connection with fans, and strategic reveal of upcoming album tracks, Woodz has positioned himself for continued success in the evolving K-pop landscape. The concerts not only celebrated his past achievements but firmly established the foundation for the next phase of his artistic journey.
