Yung Joc entertains in Casey's Gateway Club

By Pfc. Jamal Walker IMCOM KOREAMarch 11, 2009

Yung Joc entertains in Casey's Gateway Club
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CASEY GARRISON - Hip-hop sensation Yung Joc entertained more than 400 Soldiers, Civilians, and Family members Feb. 27 in USAG-Casey's Gateway Club.

"The concert was a total success, I heard nothing but good things about the show and I am thankful for Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation, working with Armed Forces Entertainment, for everything they did to put this together," said Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed, USAG-Casey Command Sgt. Maj.

The concert not only featured songs of his own, but songs from an earlier era with the likes of Al Green, the Isley Brothers, the Jackson 5 and Marvin Gaye in the mix.

He began touring military installations in Asia this season, playing shows in Okinawa and other clubs in Japan. He will finish the remaining shows in the Middle East touring Iraq and Kuwait.

Yung Joc made his debut in 2005 with his single "It's goin' down." It made No. 1on the hip hop charts and also made No. 1 download ringtone of the year.

Taking advantage of this success, he released a second single "I know you see it," which made17on hip-hop charts. He began showing up on other high ranking cuts with the likes of T-Pain, Dannity Kane, Bobby Valentino, and T.I.

"A lot of people don't understand that you guys (Soldiers stationed in Korea) are out of your comfort zone and to come out tonight and see everyone dancing and having a good time, it's beautiful," Yung Joc said.

He ended the show announcing his third album "Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood", on the Swagg Team Entertainment label, which will be available in December, and played a few songs for the audience.

"It's a completely different audience from what I am used to," Yung Joc said "I love it; I am going to keep you and your Families in my prayers. I hope you guys get home safe."