
[Concert Recap]NCT 127’s Momentum LA Stop
The continuous ‘Momentum’ of the Neos
By: Lexy Elder
photo provided by SM Entertainment
NCT 127 returns to the USA on their fourth tour titled “The Momentum”; this tour NCT 127 symbolizes “the energy and driving force behind NCT 127's continuous growth and their ambition to reach even larger stages”. Since debuting in 2016 127’s has shown their absolute dedication to honing their craft and becoming absolute icons. Come with Melody as we talk about NCT 127's last USA stop in Los Angeles, California!
The boys surely know how to ‘bring the noize’ as the crowd turns into a roaring blaze within the first few notes. 127 proves they have a led foot and they don't intend to slow down as they open their concert; opening with “Gas”, “Faster”, “2 Baddies”. As 127 moves through their set list the LA crowd becomes more and more passionate. The love from the audience is evident with fans waving light sticks, jumping, and screaming. Fanchants turn into just singing the full song with the members. The screams became almost deafening when fan favorites such as ‘Regular’ and ‘Sticker’ were being performed. These two tracks are often described as being the most “Neocoded’ within the group's discography.
Throughout the entire show 127 gave off the highest level of energy possible while fans were giving it right back to them. While everyone equally loves the high intensity and high energy songs, NCT 127 slows it down for part of the night with a few of their ballads such as “윤슬 (Gold Dust)” and “나의 모든 순간(No Longer)”. During this part of the night, you can see everyone start to slowly and truly take in the sight before them. Lightsticks subtly swaying to the rhythm of the melodies. It was during this time, you were able to clearly hear the range and depth of the member’s voices.
You can’t cover a NCT 127 concert without mentioning their undeniable dancing abilities. The group moves in perfect synchrony, executing the intricate choreography with perfection. Even though they’re synchronized, when watching the boys individually, you can see that each brings their own unique flavor to the moves. You can see Mark showing off his sharp and precise movements while Haechan has a smooth fluid take on the dance that makes the intense choreography look effortless. Yet, they all come together to create the perfect stage presence. You can tell 127 puts all of their emotions into performing, working to give NCTzens the best possible performance each night.
photo provided by SM Entertainment
As the concert comes to a close, NCT 127 has once again not only delivered an incredible concert, but also reaffirmed their bond between them and NCTzens. I think NCT 127 and NCTzens will be together forever ‘like a sticker…’.