NCT 127’s Explosive Return to Georgia: A Night to Remember
Photos and writing by Madeline Gazaway, Atlanta, GA – February 2025
After almost two years since their last concert in January 2023, NCT 127 returned to Georgia to finally meet their Southeast NCTzens again. Members Mark, Yuta, Johnny, Doyoung, Haechan, and Jungwoo put on an unforgettable performance at the Gas South Arena, opening with “Gas” – a high-energy fan favorite from their latest album Walk. The crowd was hyped from the first note, and the excitement only built from there.
I asked a few fans, both new and long-time, what they thought of the NCT 127 show and who their bias (favorite member) was. Here’s what they had to say:
Michele, a Doyoung bias and newer fan who traveled from Denver to Atlanta just for the show.
“Opening with ‘Gas’ was such a slay. And then the outfit change during ‘Designer’ – that was insane. It got me so excited for the rest of the night.”
Jennifer, a Johnny bias and long-time NCT 127 fan.
“My favorite part of the show was when they performed ‘Walk.’ I’ve always liked NCT 127 because they bring me so much comfort. Whenever I need a good laugh, I watch their content. They delivered that same feeling on stage – they make me feel at home. I’m incredibly proud of the boys and everything they’ve achieved.”
Karina, a Johnny bias and long-time NCT 127 fan.
“The whole concert was amazing, of course! But I’d have to say the start of it was my favorite! When they come out, and you see them for the first time, you feel the adrenaline running through you, knowing you waited months for this moment. There’s nothing like it.”
As you can see from these fans’ reactions, it was a night to remember. As someone who’s been to many K-pop concerts and worked in the industry for a while, here are a few moments from this show that I’ll never forget:
Unforgettable Moment #1: Midway through the show, the setlist was stacked with some classic NCT 127 tracks. The faces of everyone in the arena lit up with excitement as they performed fan favorites like Regular and Sticker. The energy in the arena was electric, with the crowd singing along and living every moment.
Unforgettable Moment #2: And then there was the production. The lighting, mini fireworks, confetti, and bursts of fire kept the crowd on their feet and energized from start to finish. It was the perfect complement to the high-energy performances, adding another layer of excitement and keeping the vibe alive throughout the night.
Unforgettable Moment #3: One of the most stunning moments of the night came during the performance of “Gold Dust.” As the group sang the soothing, harmonious track, the entire arena was illuminated with thousands of stars, creating the feeling of being under a perfect, starry sky. It was an unexpectedly peaceful contrast to the earlier high-energy parts of the
show, bringing an overwhelming sense of calm to the arena, almost like a collective sigh of awe.
It was a night that fans will cherish forever. Between the unforgettable moments, the amazing production, and the undeniable chemistry between the members and their fans, NCT 127 once again proved why they’re one of the biggest names in K-pop today.