Big Bang TaeYang to be opening performer for Alicia Keys’ concert

Big Bang member TaeYang who has been successful recently with his solo single “Look Only At Me” was asked to perform for famous singer Alicia Keys.

TaeYang was asked to be the guest opening performer for Alicia Keys’ visiting performance “As I Am Tour” on 7th August in Jamsil Indoors Stadium, the last time Alicia Keys performed in Korea was 4 years ago.

Alicia Keys who had just 3 albums but achieved a total album sales of 2.5 million copies is an established R&B singer cum songwriter.

The last time Alicia Keys had her last performance in Korea, singer Gummy was invited to the be guest opening performer. And hence this time there is a lot of concern on who will be asked to be the opening guest performer.

Sony BMG, with whom Keys had signed her contract with said, “We chose and also requested for TaeYang, who has shown to be prominent in the R&B genre recently in the music scene in Korea, for the opening ceremony for Alicia Keys‘ performance.”

TaeYang released his solo album “Hot” in May, and his title song “Look Only At Me” has received praises from seonbae (elders) singers like Yoo Heel Yeol, Sung Shi Kyung and Epik High, proving to be indeed a capable singer. Also, in just 2 months after his solo debut, TaeYang will be holding his first solo concert in Melon AX in front of 4000 fans.

TaeYang said, “Ever since I was young, Alicia Keys has been a musician who has influenced me a lot. Her last performance in Korea also left me a deep impression. I will definitely prepare myself well this time to be her opening guest performer.”


source: joynews