BTS’ j-hope Sends Heartfelt Video Message for Shin Hae-chul’s 10th Anniversary Concert, Fans Exclaim “He is Everywhere”

On October 26, 2024, BTS member j-hope delivered an emotionally charged video message for the 10th anniversary memorial concert of the late Shin Hae-chul, deeply touching fans worldwide. j-hope honored the late South Korean musician, celebrated for his pivotal role in promoting experimental rock within the country. Hae-chul was noted for his innovative fusion of jazz, metal, and folk elements, crafting a distinctive musical genre.

In his heartfelt tribute, j-hope referred to Shin Hae-chul as the “eternal king of the music industry.”He expressed his sadness over being unable to join in and perform at the tribute concert, relaying his feelings through a translation provided by X user @sevenrchive:

“A tribute concert was held in honor of the 10th anniversary of the late Shin Hae-chul, the eternal king of the music industry. I heard that many fellow artists inspired by this remarkable individual are participating in this tribute concert.”

He shared his regret about personal scheduling conflicts preventing his attendance but reassured fans that he would be present in spirit. j-hope expressed his hope that the concert would be a significant occasion for all artists and attendees, concluding his message with gratitude.

Following the release of j-hope’s video, it quickly gained traction on social media platforms, resonating widely with fans. The fandom expressed their admiration for his dedication to Shin Hae-chul, with one user remarking:

“He is everywhere.”

Supporters of BTS showered praise on j-hope for his thoughtful gesture, with many expressing a desire to see him perform at a tribute concert in the future.

“This is so lovely. Hobi has such a big heart,”one fan noted.

“My babe couldn’t attend in person due to scheduling conflicts but sent a video instead. He is always so considerate and respectful. I love himmm,”a user shared.

“That was a wonderful speech as always. j-hope is so thoughtful. I hope he can share the stage someday,”another fan commented.

Fans emphasized that j-hope consistently seizes opportunities to honor those who have influenced his career.

“One thing about j-hope is he will always take the chance to express respect and appreciation for the artists that have inspired him and his artistry,”a user remarked.

“Already so busy, our Hobi. This message was very sweet,”another user shared.

“Hobi shows immense respect and appreciation to the late Shin Hae Chul for inspiring him as an artist and supports fellow artists in that same spirit. That’s just so him,”one user commented.

j-hope Completes His Mandatory Military Service

After fulfilling eighteen weeks of active duty, j-hope from BTS was officially discharged from his mandatory military service on October 17, 2024. He became the second member of the group to complete his conscription, receiving a warm welcome from fellow member Jin, who greeted him with flowers, along with ARMYs and media representatives.

After his discharge, j-hope engaged with fans through a live broadcast on the South Korean platform Weverse. He also made a notable public appearance, throwing the ceremonial first pitch at the 2024 Korean Series baseball championship on October 23, 2024.

As reported by Forbes, BTS’s management has confirmed to fans that the group will reunite in 2025.

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