On May 10, Zhang Zhehan’s “Scavenger” themed concert came back to Hong Kong, China, transforming an open-air venue into a futuristic interstellar expanse. With a 50-meter extended stage stretching out expansively, meticulously arranged performances, and dynamic lighting matrices, the event immersed audiences in a surreal journey through a cosmic wasteland, blending art and technology into a multi-sensory experience.
Innovative Stage Design, Custom Costumes & Thematic Story
The concert’s narrative unfolded through three VCR segments, anchored by the theme of “Interstellar Scavenging.” In the opening act, the scene of a “spaceship landing on an unknown planet” was depicted. Zhang made his appearance in a robe that was weathered and had a post-apocalyptic look, which was a patchwork of distressed fabrics and indigo-dyed denim. Lying in the center of the stage, he repeatedly whispered “Can you hear me?“, as if in the act of probing for alien life within the desolate landscape.
During the fourth segment of the concert,the atmosphere shifted into a mellow and soothing ambiance.Zhang Zhehan appeared on stage wearing a soft pink tailored suit.He walked gracefully down the extended stage, the satin ribbon on his collar fluttering like liquid moonlight in the evening breeze. As he sang heartfelt renditions of Lost Glacier and Moonlight, the audience was captivated. The way his silk accessory swayed in sync with the music mirrored the emotional ups and downs of the songs. This fleeting moment between the artist and his admirers created a dreamlike memory, where pastel hues and whispered melodies intertwined under the starlit sky.
Hands-On Creative Vision: From Concept to Execution
Zhang played an integral role in shaping the concert’s artistic direction, from selecting the Scavenger theme to overseeing video production. During filming in desert conditions, he tirelessly rehearsed scenes, enduring sand-filled boots and grit-covered skin. “It felt like being back on a film set,” he remarked.
His creative input extended to visual effects. For the Primordial Theater backdrop, he proposed replacing a static wolf image with a dynamic animation of a snarling beast lunging forward as he sang the final line, “Please clap and cheer, for you, me, and for all.” After multiple revisions, the team made his vision a reality.
Celebrating with Fans: Birthday Wish & Musical Evolution
The concert coincided with Zhang’s birthday, with fans singing Happy Birthday as he blew out the candles. “Time flies!I can still remember this day in 2023. It was my first concert in Thailand, and we all had an unforgettable birthday together.”
With WU, the final single from his Scavenger album, Zhang rounds off a trilogy that started with Deep Blue and Datura. Over three years, his musical style has developed from lyrical storytelling to a bold combination of electronic rock and experimental genres. Looking ahead, he vows to push creative boundaries–to keep exploring art’s possibilities, rooted in his inner voice and the natural world.
