REACTION to KINGDOM INTRODUCTION STAGES

This show really isn't made for BTOB and I feel like their company shoved them into it. First of all, they aren't super into dance which is HUGE for 4th generation (which most of the other groups are a part of). Also, it's right after the Ilhoon scandal so they probably aren't in the best mindset. And they are missing two of their members to the military. It's hard to create these huge visual pictures that the other groups are doing with only 4 people. Also, they are singing live...while most of the other groups are focused on the dance performance and mainly relying on vocal tracks. Neither performance type is better than the other it's just that you are really comparing apples and oranges. If this was a straight up vocal competition BTOB could easily win. But since it's much more about creating these huge, grand stages I think the 4th generation groups have much more of an advantage. I like all of the groups but I'd root for BTOB and SF9 personally.

KS

Where are y'all watching Kingdom at? We can't find and place to watch them in the states. :(

Crystal Taylor

Definitely agree with you. I am just gonna enjoy the performance and watch tvxq doing this kind of things because they rarely appear in these kind of program together lmao hahahhahaa

EN chu

SF9!! (I'm biased, I know) Those suits were something-- and YooTaeyang's last line that started with "You don’t know my secret charms.." felt like they were teasing us for what was to come LOL though I feel like Good Guy, while being a good introduction to what SF9 is like, it doesn't fully showcase their strengths such as their vocals and rapline. And Kaia going "that man is so handsome" at Hwiyoung was A Mood. Also, Rowoon's little "YEAH" at the end, and they showed him standing from his seat when their stage ended (not the one in white) made me slightly soft. I got nervous every time someone did a flip, especially since this time it's just members spotting but thankfully everyone got through this without injury. On a more objective note, I enjoyed all of these as they displayed what each group could do and the potential each has and April cannot come fast enough lol.

Jenina

ikon killed that (probably i biased) and vocal kings aka male version of mamamoo btob (so sad see both groups after scandals) i hope it will be new beginning to them

enkh khen

Yes, I so agree that it was smart to show exactly what they were supposed to show and that is being who they are and what the talent is that they've got to represent themselves the best! Their harmonies are impeccable! The show isn't all about doing these intense powerful choreographed stages (which are cool! but not necessary to be great!) but to show what they're capable of and why they're kings!

Tas

BtoB's stage gave me chills and I love they that they did something different. I feel like all of the stages were great representations of the groups and intrigued to what they'll bring in the next episodes!

Nicoleirl

I don't follow any of these groups, I'm going to be watching the show because I'm a cassie lmao but I'm excited to see all the stages! I think it might be more fun going in not really rooting for any one team and just getting to enjoy these amazing performances. I'm also excited to watch yunho and changmin actually like. doing things together lmao stan tvxq

A

I agree!!! While they didn't have the fancy tricks and flips, their performance really stood out & lingered in my mind since then! I am glad they stuck with what they're best with, bc it let's them become that memorable group~

Tas

my favorite performance was either stray kids or the boyz, i ult ateez but i’m trying to not be biased lol

Victoria

It is so interesting that you thought btob is basically the underdog! On one hand, I totally get it - - we've all been saying since they got casted that btob would outsing everyone then lose for lack of backflips and explosions--but I felt like they stood out in such a good way in this intro. All the other performances were hardly identical, but given that voters have to pick 3 groups I feel like btob will be one of the most memorable. (not to mention, if the general public gets involved at all I'm pretty sure Ikon is their only competition popularity-wise) Looking forward to the eps honestly!

V G (Zay)

Okay yes BTOB was not that powerful stage as much as the other groups stage but at the other side they had a unique one with a powerful vocals and that's their strength point they didn't try to copy the others concept and just went with a thing they are confident about.. so I loved it

Ra-ie

I voted for Stray Kids, Ateez and BTOB since they're my favorites here, although I love SF9 too... and iKON is cool... not really a fan of The Boyz, but I appreciate the performances lol I'm really looking forward to this, it's gonna be a long month before it airs XD

RisingSunbebe

Loved SF9 bringing the sleek and cool vibes. So excited for iKon and Btob is such a nice refresh with those vocals. They will probably be at a disadvantage with global vote but one never knows. Just liked the diversity in those performances but can't deny the others were great too.

vip_insomnia

I found these to be at about the same level as the RTK introduction stages, I kinda wish they switched back to the Queendom style intros but it's fine. Stray Kids and The Boyz really killed this for me, those remixes!

IKON ARE MY BABIES AND THEY KILLED IT!!!! I may be biased haha but i do stan most groups. iKON just have a stage presence and interactivity that i fell in love with..the song arrangement was fire too! After that I'd say SKZ and BTOB (I'm a sucker for vocals)

Tas