Singer Choi Jung-hoon won the gold prize at the '80s Seoul Music Festival,' organized as a project of MBC's variety show 'Hangout with Yoo.' In the episode aired on October 4, Choi Yu-ri, Lee Yong-jin & LALAL, Choi Jung-hoon (Jannabi), Park Myung-soo, DinDin, Lee Jun-young, Song Eun-yi & Kim Sook, and Lee Juck appeared, recreating the music and emotions of the 1980s. The broadcast received a warm response from viewers, recording a 7.3% household rating in the metropolitan area, ranking first among Saturday variety shows. The 2049 rating was 4.0%, also ranking first among all programs.

Choi Yu-ri started the stage by passionately singing 'I Will Give You the Love I Have Left (Jang Hye-ri),' capturing the 80s vibe. Next, the mixed-gender duo Lee Yong-jin & LALAL performed 'Now (Seoul Family),' drawing enthusiastic responses from the audience. MC Yoo Jae-suk said, "People in the audience stood up and danced, and even Kim Hee-ae danced."

Choi Jung-hoon presented 'Like the Smile That Sent Me Away (Lee Eun-ha)' with a performance combining emotion and stage presence. Park Myung-soo sincerely sang 'Because I Love You (Yoo Jae-ha),' earning praise from judge Han Young-ae, who said, "I felt the sincerity." Rapper DinDin chose 'Once Again Tonight (Jo Ha-moon),' showing a new side of himself. Byun Jin-sub commented, "I didn't know DinDin had such vocal ability."

Lee Jun-young delivered a live performance of the 80s hit 'Missing You (Park Nam-jung),' receiving a standing ovation. Under pressure from Yoo Jae-suk and Haha, Lee Jun-young joked, "Every time I looked in the mirror while practicing, Producer Yoo's face came to mind," eliciting laughter. Female duo Song Eun-yi & Kim Sook showcased their harmony skills by singing 'Song with You (Ttura-mi).'

Lee Juck changed his competition song to 'Mona Lisa (Jo Yong-pil)' with the copyright approval of the king of Korean pop, Cho Yong-pil. Despite a short practice period, Lee Juck received cheers from the audience with his explosive vocal power.

At the awards ceremony, participants received their results in the waiting room and ran down the hallway to accept their awards. The Friendship Award went to the oldest participant, Park Young-gyu, who expressed his emotion, saying, "This is the first time I've received an award in 60 years." Lee Jun-young won the Popularity Award through pre-online voting, shouting, "Mom, Dad, I'm popular!" Bronze went to Ha Dong-kyun, silver to Lee Yong-jin & LALAL, and gold to Choi Jung-hoon.

The grand prize was awarded to Lee Juck and Lee Jun-young. Lee Jun-young said in his acceptance speech, "I thank my father for introducing me to the 80s vibe." Lee Juck expressed gratitude, saying, "It was such a happy time to be with great artists at the music festival."

The music festival recreated the emotion and romance of 80s classics, serving as a new discovery for younger audiences and a pleasant memory for middle-aged viewers. After the broadcast, viewers commented, "Lee Juck is truly legendary. Lee Jun-young is a masterstroke," "Everyone sang well and it was enjoyable to listen to," "Producer Yoo Jae-suk's foresight is amazing," and "The trip down memory lane to the 80s was wonderful."

The preview for the next broadcast featured scenes of the 'Chuseok Grand Festival' with the music festival participants, raising anticipation. MBC's 'Hangout with Yoo' airs every Saturday at 6:30 PM.