Singer Kim Yeon-ja, affiliated with Choi Lab, appeared as a master in the semifinals of TV CHOSUN's 'Miss Trot 4' to support junior singers. On the 26th, Kim Yeon-ja judged the traditional trot battle in the semifinals of 'Miss Trot 4.' As a grand dame of traditional trot, she watched the juniors' performances with affectionate eyes and delivered sincere judging comments.

Kim Yeon-ja was impressed after listening to Yumi's performance of 'Lost 30 Years,' the first stage of the day. After the performance, she said, "I thought my rival had appeared." She added, "Yumi was a ballad singer, but it seems she has mastered many techniques in a short time. If she masters more here, she will truly become my rival." She also praised, "I hope Yumi continues to study trot. She seems destined to become a master of trot."

Kim Yeon-ja also focused on the stage of 14-year-old youngest contestant Yoon Yoon-seo, who sang 'Daejeon Blues.' When Yoon Yoon-seo sang the first verse, Kim Yeon-ja smiled warmly, and after the performance, she shared her opinion with the other masters, saying, "She's not a kid. Her emotions are those of an adult." Taking the microphone, Kim Yeon-ja gave an impactful judging comment, saying, "I have to go head-to-head with Yoon Yoon-seo." She praised her without reservation, saying, "She's so good. Her facial expressions and the push and pull and volume control, which are important in blues, are excellent."

Kim Yeon-ja continued to send warm looks and sincere advice to the juniors and applauded every stage. Her judging comments gave great strength to the semifinals.

Meanwhile, Kim Yeon-ja meets the public through domestic and international broadcasts, performances, and public service campaign stages. Recently, a monument to her songs was erected in her hometown, Gwangju, leaving a meaningful mark on her musical life.

[Source: Provided by Choi Lab]