Sohyang and An Shin-ae Dazzle in Year-End Carol Special on Immortal Songs

The latest episode of Immortal Songs (불후의 명곡), aired on December 28, 2024, showcased a spectacular year-end celebration featuring carols performed by Sohyang (소향) and An Shin-ae (안신애), captivating both the judging panel and viewers alike. According to Nielsen Korea, the 687th episode of Immortal Songs, directed by Park Hyung-geun (박형근) and Kim Hyung-seok (김형석), achieved a nationwide rating of 5.8%, securing the top spot in its time slot and demonstrating the show's enduring popularity for over 100 weeks.

The episode was part of the '2024 Oh My Star' special, featuring performances from various artists including Min Woo-hyuk (민우혁) X Jo Hyung-kyun (조형균), Hyun Jin-young (현진영) X Poppin Hyun-joon (팝핀현준), Monday Kiz (먼데이 키즈) (Lee Jin-sung (이진성) X DK), An Sung-hoon (안성훈) X Park Sung-on (박성온), and the finale by Sohyang X An Shin-ae.

Min Woo-hyuk and Jo Hyung-kyun kicked off the show with a powerful rendition of Song Golmae's 'I Will Fly Like a Bird' (새가 되어 날으리), impressing the audience with their theatrical stage presence and vocal synergy. Their performance set a high standard for the evening.

Next, Hyun Jin-young and Poppin Hyun-joon transformed Shinchon Blues' 'Alley' (골목길) into a captivating performance version, with Poppin Hyun-joon leading the charge from the start. Their dynamic chemistry and engaging vocals had the audience swaying along, showcasing Hyun Jin-young's impressive vocal prowess.

In the first round, Min Woo-hyuk and Jo Hyung-kyun emerged victorious over Hyun Jin-young and Poppin Hyun-joon.

The third performance featured Monday Kiz (Lee Jin-sung X DK), who delivered a stunning reinterpretation of Lee Seung-chul's 'Mali Flower' (말리꽃) with their powerful vocals and impressive high notes. Their performance was further enhanced by a choir that filled the stage with grandeur, and the duo's display of friendship added an emotional touch.

However, Min Woo-hyuk and Jo Hyung-kyun continued their winning streak, defeating Monday Kiz once again to secure their second victory.

An Sung-hoon and Park Sung-on took the stage next with Park Kyung-hee's 'The Brilliant Light in That Flower' (저 꽃 속에 찬란한 빛이). They showcased their unique vocal charms, and a surprise appearance by their mothers during the performance brought smiles to the judging panel, with Park Sung-on moved to tears.

Min Woo-hyuk and Jo Hyung-kyun maintained their momentum, winning their third consecutive match against An Sung-hoon and Park Sung-on, inching closer to a clean sweep.

The grand finale was delivered by Sohyang and An Shin-ae, who performed Mariah Carey's 'O Holy Night' and 'All I Want for Christmas Is You.' Their harmonious blend of Sohyang's high notes and An Shin-ae's rich lower tones created an explosive synergy, perfectly capturing the Christmas spirit and leaving the audience in awe of their vocal abilities.

Ultimately, the strong contenders Sohyang and An Shin-ae thwarted Min Woo-hyuk and Jo Hyung-kyun's hopes for a clean sweep, winning the final round with more votes.

The second part of the '2024 Oh My Star' special highlighted Min Woo-hyuk and Jo Hyung-kyun's impressive three consecutive wins, fulfilling Min Woo-hyuk's wish to showcase Jo Hyung-kyun's talent. The carol performances by Sohyang and An Shin-ae were praised for their brilliance, while Hyun Jin-young and Poppin Hyun-joon's talents were rediscovered, and Monday Kiz's exceptional skills as male vocalists were confirmed. The warm performance by An Sung-hoon and Park Sung-on alongside their mothers was particularly noted for its heartfelt nature.