22/04/2026

LYFE WEDNESDAY | APR 22, 2026

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To ecstatic cheers, a rain of confetti descends on Woodz and his adoring fans.

With plenty of charm, Woodz keeps his audience hyped up for the rest of the night.

Woodz throws out some learned Malay phrases, much to the approval of his local fans.

Woodz puts on dazzling show for fans in Kuala Lumpur

S OUTH Korean all-rounder musician Woodz (Cho Seungyoun) concluded his 2026 Woodz World Tour “Archive 1” in Kuala Lumpur last Saturday. Marking a major highlight of his first tour after military discharge, the concert drew countless Malaysian Moodz (official fandom name), filling the venue to capacity with electrifying energy. Beyond delivering a thrilling audiovisual experience, Woodz also surprised fans with a heartfelt cover of the Malay classic Sempurna , creating an unforgettable night of music and connection. Returning to Malaysia after a three-year hiatus, Woodz took the stage with his dedicated live band, immediately proving his all-rounder prowess. He opened the show with Bloodline , igniting the crowd from the first note, followed by Downtown and Dirt On My Leather , where intense rock vibes sent waves of screams through the audience. The night reached its peak when the intro of viral hit Drowning began, triggering an explosive response from fans. The concert maintained high energy throughout, turning the venue into a massive sing-along arena. During performances of fan-favourite tracks such as I’ll Never Love Again , Drowning , Cinema and To My January , Moodz showcased incredible unity, filling the hall with powerful vocals and heartfelt emotion. Impressed by the passion and vocal strength of Malaysian fans, Woodz excitedly shouted: “Thanks for singing with me!” and even interacted in Malay, asking: “Korang enjoy tak?” He could not stop praising the crowd, saying: “Your singing is too good!” In addition to his performances, Woodz prepared a special surprise exclusively for Kuala Lumpur fans. With impressive pronunciation and sincerity, he performed a touching cover of the beloved Malay song Sempurna . The moment the familiar melody began, the venue erupted in cheers, creating one of the most heartwarming sing-along moments

o South Korean artiste returns to stage after concluding mandatory military service

Lights and smoke fill the concert venue during one of Woodz’s performances.

incredible fan service. Responding to fans’ song requests, he generously extended the show with multiple a cappella choruses, including Cinema (three times), Sempurna (once), To My January (once), and Human Extinction (once). He even challenged himself by singing the highly difficult chorus of Drowning three times. Amazed by fans’ flawless harmonisation, he praised them again, saying: “You sing better than me mantap!” Over the course of more than two hours, Woodz demonstrated remarkable stamina and exceptional stage presence. The concert, organised by iMe MY, concluded beautifully with the healing track Stray , appropriately sealing a memorable musical archive dedicated to Kuala Lumpur.

of the night. He ended the performance with a sweet message: “Terima kasih, sayang kamu,” instantly melting fans’ hearts. During an emotional talking segment, Woodz expressed his gratitude to fans who stayed by his side throughout his military hiatus: “Three years is not a short time. Thank you for not leaving me. I really missed you all.” He then delighted the crowd by showing off all the Malay phrases he had learned, playfully shouting: “Sayang kamu! Sayang! Gempak! Syiok! Hari ini memang best! Mantap! Korang sangat cantik!” His charming and genuine delivery kept fans cheering and laughing throughout. One of the most talked-about highlights of the night was Woodz’s

Woodz performing for his Malaysian fans at Zepp KL last Saturday.

Fans sing along together with Woodz as he takes them on a tour of his popular hits.

Woodz thanking audiences for sticking by him during his three- year hiatus.

The show is an audiovisual experience, featuring well choreographed sequences and light shows.