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Okay-pop teams by no means really come out of nowhere; these aware of the style know that something that looks like a sudden look on the scene concerned months — if not years — of coaching, lineup shifts, and idea improvement. However when new Starship Leisure woman group KiiiKiii arrived with pre-debut observe “I DO ME,” they did carry a noticeably easygoing air, emboldened by the dreamy aesthetic across the single and its accompanying music video.
“We couldn’t consider it once we lastly noticed that our music video was launched,” KiiiKiii member Haum shares. “All of us labored actually arduous to organize for our debut, so it felt surreal that all the things was launched and the world was reacting to our music.”
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“We have been nervous however very excited for everybody to see all the things that we had ready,” echoes Jiyu, the chief of the five-member crew. “We obtained a number of love and curiosity as soon as the video was launched, so we felt extra energized to observe.”
To be tasked with capturing a “woman subsequent door” vibe isn’t a simple project, however that’s the place Jiyu, Haum, Kya, Sui, and Leesol have discovered themselves. When authenticity, relatability, and friendliness are the goals, how can these traits be focused with out being inherently performative?
“We’re all the time studying from our seniors to see how they carry out and the way they make music,” affords Leeseol. “They assist us to be taught what sort of angle we must always have on stage.”
“Now we have a number of enjoyable collectively throughout dance observe, however we additionally be sure to have a extra severe method to working towards and perfecting our performances,” provides Sui. “Our chief, Jiyu, all the time helps us keep centered and helps us catch the main points to make our performances higher.”
At Starship Leisure, KiiiKiii have been preceded by woman teams like IVE and Sistar, who each provided markedly completely different vitality to the Okay-pop market; for IVE, that appears like elegant glamor, whereas Sistar led with infectious confidence. In the meantime, KiiiKiii was designed to conjure up the thought of carefree laughter, proper all the way down to the title. “We attempt to present our most pure, enjoyable and KiiiKiii-like selves in our photoshoots and music video shoots, so it normally simply looks like we’re hanging out and having enjoyable,” explains Kya.
“I DO ME” is a part of the group’s freshly launched EP, UNCUT GEM. For a number of the visuals, the group jetted off to New Zealand, which the members recall as a bonding alternative. A crew dynamic is crucial for the success of a Okay-pop group, and the ladies are excited to develop that a part of their bond additional.
“It looks like we’re classmates or pals,” shares Leeseol. “We’ve educated collectively, practiced for our debut collectively, and we dwell collectively, so we’re all very shut. Now that we’ve begun our journey as KiiiKiii collectively, our teamwork will turn out to be even higher.”
“I’m so grateful that we’ve made our debut as KiiiKiii with these 5 members,” confirms Kya. “All of us be sure to pay attention to one another, be considerate, and individually do our greatest to organize nice music and performances so our teamwork turns into stronger.”
Extra New Music from j-hope
j-hope of BTS, photograph courtesy of BIGHIT MUSIC
j-hope of BTS isn’t losing any time. His new single, “Mona Lisa,” was debuted at his New York live performance, however is now obtainable on streaming and accompanied by a really enjoyable music video.
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The solar is shining in Nashville and I’m determined to be on a patio with a drink in my hand whereas this tune is blasting. DESPERATE.