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#GEM, this one is for you! K Fuse was granted the most graifiying and unblieveable opportunity to talk to TOP Media's five-member boy group, MCND (엠씨엔디) about their latest album and upcoming tour! MCND, acronym for Music Creates New Dreams, consists of members Castle J, BIC, Minjae, Huijun, and Win, who hit the music scene with their pre-debut single, "TOP GANG." The group later went on to make their official debut on February 27, 2020, with their debut EP, Into the Ice Age," and took the world by storm with title track, "Ice Age."
Over the course of the next three years, MCND would go on to release digital single, "Spring," host their first online concert, release 4 more EPs -- Earth Age, MCND Age, The Earth: Secret Mission Chapter. 1, and The Earth: Secret Mission Chapter. 2 -- and embark on their first offline tours in Europe, Phillipines, and America -- including the U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Brazil. After 16 months, MCND finally made thier long awaited comeback with their latest EP ODD-VENTURE, with title track of the same name on November 22, 2023. Just ahead of their comeback, the group also revealed thier first set of dates and citites for thier upcoming "ODD-VENTURE" tour -- set to take place in Europe and the U.S. -- beginning January 20th in Athens, Greece at Gagarin 205, and ending in Los Angeles, California, at Avalon Hollywood.
Let's take a moment to see what MCND had to say about their latest album and upcoming tour.
K Fuse: First and foremost, thank you for taking the time to talk with us, here at K Fuse, and for sharing your story with our readers and #GEM. For our readers who may be discovering MCND for the first time, could you take a brief moment to introduce yourselves?
MCND: Don’t Move Freeze! We are MCND. 안녕하세요 저희는 2020년 데뷔한 K팝 그룹 MCND입니다. 11월 22일 새 미니앨범 ‘ODD-VENTURE’를 발매하고 활동하고 있습니다. 노래, 랩, 퍼포먼스 모두 빠지지 않고 잘하는 그룹이니 많은 관심 가져주셨으면 좋겠습니다.
(Translation) MCND: Don't Move Freeze! We are MCND. Hello, we are MCND, a K-pop group that debuted in 2020. Wejust released our new mini-album 'ODD-VENTURE' on November 22nd, and is currently still being promoted. We are a group that is skilled in singing, rapping, and performing, so we hope you will be interested in our work.
K Fuse: So you just made your long awaited comeback with fifth mini-album Odd-Venture on November 22, 2023. What's the message / meaning behind title track ODD-VENTURE?
캐슬제이: 이번 앨범의 전체적인 주제는 MCND만의 모험입니다. 앨범에 수록된 7개 곡과 뮤직비디오 모두가 모험과 연결되어 있어요. 이러한 스토리텔링을 통해서 포기하지 않고 계속해서 새로운 도전을 위해 나가겠다는 저희의 패기와 열정을 느끼실 수 있습니다.
(Translation) Castle J: The overall theme of the album is MCND's own adventures. All seven songs and music videos in the album are connected to an adventure. Through this storytelling, you can feel our ambition and passion to never give up and continuing to take on new challenges.
K Fuse: The members composed lyrics for ODD-VENTURE. What was that creative process like for you? What skill does this album highlight for each member?
윈: 1년 4개월 만에 선보이는 타이틀곡인 만큼 멤버 전원이 작사에 참여했습니다. 함께한 만큼 정말 즐거웠던 작업이었어요. 멤버 모두가 머리를 맞대고 어떤 메시지를 담으면 좋을까 정말 많이 고심하기도 했고요. 창작을 한다는 게 사실 정말 어렵고 고통스럽긴 합니다. 하지만, 멋진 결과를 기대하면서 열심히 준비했습니다. 특히 캐슬제이 형이 어떤 방향으로 가면 좋을지 이끌어줘서 MCND다운 곡으로 완성된 것 같습니다.
(Translation) WIN: It's our first title track in a year and four months, so all of the members participated in writing the lyrics. It was a really fun process because we all put our heads together and thought a lot about what kind of message we wanted to convey. It's actually really difficult and painful to create, but we prepared hard, hoping for a great result. In particular, Castle J's brother guided us in which direction to go, so I think it was a very MCND-like song.
K Fuse: Were there any memorable moments in the making of the album?
윈: 저는 이번 앨범의 수록곡 ‘루즌 업’ 녹음이 가장 기억에 남습니다. ‘루즌 업’을 들어보시면 알겠지만, 빅 형의 내레이션이 인상 깊은 곡이예요. 내레이션 파트를 녹음하는데 형이 프리스타일로 잘 소화해서 웃음이 떠나가지 않았어요. 가장 즐겁게 작업한 곡이 아닐까 싶습니다.
(Translation) WIN: One of my favorite memories from this album was recording, "Loosen Up." If you listen to "Loosen Up," you'll notice that BIC's narration is very memorable. As I was recording the narration part, he freestyled it so well that I couldn't stop laughing. It was probably the most fun I had working on the song.
K Fuse: Were there any fun, or memorable moments when creating the music video?
빅: 저희 MCND가 데뷔 후 처음으로 미국 LA에서 뮤직비디오를 촬영하게 됐습니다. 해외 로케이션 촬영이라는 것 자체가 신기했는데 장소도 유명 영화의 촬영 배경이 됐던 곳이었습니다. 저희 타이틀곡 ‘ODD-VENTURE’ 뮤직비디오에 나오는 숲은 영화 트와일라잇, 활주로는 탑건 : 매버릭의 배경지였어요. 그래서 그런지 더 기억에 오래 남아있는 것 같습니다.
(Translation) BIC: For the first time since our debut, MCND filmed a music video in LA, USA. The idea of filming in an overseas location was amazing, and the location was also the filming location for a famous movie. The forest in the music video for our title song, "ODD-VENTURE," was the backdrop for the movie Twilight, and the runway was the backdrop for Top Gun. I think that's why it remains in my memory longer.
K Fuse: For us, like many other GEM, there are no skip songs on this album. Which track is your favorite and what do you like most about it?
윈: 제가 이번 앨범에서 가장 좋아하는 곡은 ‘Pop star’입니다. 저는 이 음악을 듣고 나면 책 한 권을 읽은 듯한 감동이 남는 것 같아요. 그만큼 밀도 높은 곡이라고 생각이 듭니다. 여러분들도 Pop Star를 들으면서 저와 같은 감정을 느껴보셨으면 좋겠습니다.
(Translation) WIN: My favorite song in this album is "Pop Star." After listening to the music, I always feel like I've read a book. I think it's a very dense song, and hope you all feel the same way as I do while listening to "Pop Star."
휘준: 저는 트레저라는 곡에 애착이 가요. MCND가 많이 시도하지 않았던 음악 스타일이기도 하고 팬분들을 생각하는 팬송이거든요. 저희가 젬에게 하고 싶은 이야기를 담아서 더 소중하게 느껴지는 것 같습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: I'm really attached to the song "Treasure," because it's a style of music that MCND hasn't done a lot of, and it's a song that thinks about the fans. I feel like it's more important because it tells the story we want to tell Gem.
K Fuse: Treasure is a personal favorite, can you tell us a little bit more about the inspiration for the vibe, and lyrics for this track?
민재: 저도 ‘Treasure’라는 곡을 정말 좋아합니다. ‘Treasure’에는 드림랜드로 떠나는 MCND에게 가장 소중한 보물은 희망과 꿈이고, 그 대상은 GEM이라는 메시지가 담겨있습니다. MCND가 젬에게 전하는 팬송이죠. 길었던 공백을 기다려 준 GEM에게 하고 싶었던 말들을 진심을 담아 가사로 녹였어요. 저희가 젬에게 어떤 마음을 가지고 있는지, 어떤 말을 하고 싶었는지 등을 생각하면서 듣는다면 노래가 더 와닿을 것 같아요. 팬 여러분들도 지치고 힘들 때면 이 노래를 들으면서 힘을 내면 좋겠어요.
(Translation) MINJAE: I really like the song "Treasure," too. "Treasure" contains the message that MCND's most precious treasures are their hopes and dreams as they leave for Dreamland, and the target is GEM. It's a fan song that MCND sends to GEM. We melted the words we wanted to say to GEM with our hearts into the lyrics. If you listen to the song while thinking about what kind of feelings we have for GEM and what we wanted to say to GEM, I think the song will reach you more. I hope our fans can listen to this song and be encouraged when they are tired and struggling.
K Fuse: How do you feel MCND has grown since your pre-debut release, “TOP GANG?”
빅: 먼저 ‘TOP GANG’ 이후 다양한 앨범을 발매하면서 저희도 한층 성장했다는 걸 느껴요. 저희의 에너지와 색깔을 보여드릴 수 있는 음악을 무엇인지 깨닫게 되는 노련함도 얻었고요. MCND는 어떤 음악을 하는 그룹인지 확실하게 느낄 수 있는 음악들을 계속해서 보여드릴 수 있어 행복합니다.
(Translation) BIC: First of all, I think we've grown a lot since "TOP GANG," as we've released various albums, and we've gained the experience to realize what kind of music we can show our energy and colors with. I'm happy that we're able to continue to show music that makes you feel what kind of group MCND is.
K Fuse: Which member learns a new choreography the fastest? How does that member teach the choreography to the others?
민재: 가장 빠르게 안무를 습득하는 멤버는 휘준입니다. 휘준이는 항상 가장 먼저 음악에 맞춰 안무를 연습하고 있어요. 멤버들이 조금 헤매고 있다고 하면 나서서 가르쳐주기도 하고요. 굉장히 습득력이 좋은 친구인 것 같습니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: The fastest member to pick up choreography is Huijun. He's always the first one to practice the choreography to the music, and if the other members are a little confused, he'll teach them. He seems to be a very quick learner.
K Fuse: Is there an artist you would like to collaborate with?
민재: 저는 많은 아티스트님들을 보면서 가수라는 꿈을 키워왔습니다. 그렇기 때문에 제겐 아티스트분들과 콜라보한다는 것 자체가 영광입니다. 기회가 된다면 다양한 아티스트분들과 저희 노래로 재밌고 참신한 콜라보를 꼭 해보고 싶습니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: I dreamed of becoming a singer while watching many artists. It would be an honor for me to collaborate with any artists. If I get the chance, I would like to do fun and innovative collaborations with various artists and our songs.
K Fuse: Which member is the strictest? How so?
빅: 멤버들끼리 장난도 많이 치고 정말 친형제처럼 지내다 보니 엄하다고 느껴지지는 않는 것 같아요. 그래도 캐슬제이 형이 리더이고 맏형이라서 진중할 때는 확실하게 팀의 중심이 되어주는 것 같습니다.
(Translation) BIC: The members joke around a lot and really get along like brothers, so I don't think they are too strict. Still, Castle J is the leader and the eldest brother, so he definitely seems to be the center of the team when things get serious.
K Fuse: What has been the most challenging change / adjustment for you since your debut?
휘준: 아직 저희에게 큰 고난과 역경은 오지 않았다고 생각합니다. MCND라는 그룹을 더 날리 알리고 어떻게 하면 많은 분들이 좋아해 줄지 고민하고 발전된 모습을 보여드리는 게 어렵긴 합니다. 하지만 MCND로서 더 좋은 모습을 보여드리기 위한 하나의 발판이라고 생각하고 열심히 하고 있습니다. 아마 고난과 역경이 온다고 하더라도 지금 생각했던 마음으로 이겨낼 수 있을 거라고 믿습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: I don't think the hardships and adversity have come to us yet. It's hard to think about how to make MCND more popular, how to make people like it, and to show the evolution of MCND. -- but I think it's a stepping stone to make us better as MCND, and I'm working hard. I believe that even if hardships and adversity come, I will be able to overcome them with the mindset I have now.
K Fuse: What has been the best piece of advice you have been given?
민재: 누가 어떤 조언을 해준 게 기억에 남기보다 컴백할 때 K팝 팬들의 반응이 기억에 남아요. SNS에서 저희와 관련된 글을 봤어요. MCND라는 그룹 무대 잘했는데 드디어 컴백하네 등의 댓글을 보니 저희가 열심히 해온 게 헛되지 않았다고 생각이 들었습니다. 더 많은 분들께 저희를 알리고 인정받아야겠다는 원동력이 됐습니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: I don't remember anyone giving me advice, but I do remember the reactions of K-pop fans when we made our comeback. I saw posts about us on social media, and when I saw comments like, "MCND did a great job on stage, and now they're making a comeback," I realized that all of our hard work wasn't in vain. It gave us the motivation to let more people know about us and get recognized.
K Fuse: What do you think / feel when you see GEM sharing your content on SNS?
빅: 저희를 많이 아껴주고 소통하고 싶어 한다는 느낌이 들어요. 그래서 저희도 인스타그램, 유튜브, 틱톡 등 다양한 SNS 채널을 소통 창구로 생각하고 열심히 하려고 하고요. 팬분들이 보고 싶어 하는 챌린지 혹은 퍼포먼스적인 부분들, 이야기를 나눌 수 있는 시간 등 다양하게 그리고 빠르게 소통할 수 있도록 노력하고 있습니다. 젬 여러분이 저희의 이런 모습도 좋아해 주셨으면 좋겠습니다.
(Translation) BIC: We feel like they care a lot about us and want to communicate with us, so we're trying to use our various social media channels like Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, etc. as a way to communicate with them. We're trying to make sure that we're communicating with them quickly and in a variety of ways -- whether it's challenges that they want to see, performance parts, or just time to talk. I hope you guys like this side of us as well.
휘준: 항상 젬 여러분들이 저희를 생각하고 기다린다고 많이 느껴져요. 저희가 펜데믹 시기에 데뷔해서 다양한 SNS 채널을 통해 글로벌 팬분들과 만났어요. 그렇게 꾸준히 이어오다 보니 저희도 즐겁고 팬분들이 어떤 모습을 더 좋아하실까 고민도 하게 되는 것 같습니다. GEM뿐만 아니라 MCND도 다양한 콘텐츠, 소통할 수 있는 콘텐츠들을 많이 보여드릴테니 계속해서 좋아해 주셨으면 좋겠습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: We debuted during the pandemic and met with global fans through various social media channels. Since we've been doing that steadily. it's been fun for us, and we've been thinking about what our fans would like to see more of. Not only GEM, but also MCND will show you a lot of different contents -- even contents that you can communicate with, so I hope you will continue to show love and support.
K Fuse: Congratulations on your upcoming world tour! What has been your most memorable experience on past tours?
캐슬제이: 해외 투어 기간에 제 생일이 포함돼 있었어요. 공연장에서 팬분들이 깜짝 생일 파티를 해주신 게 가장 기억에 남습니다. 월드투어부터 생일파티까지 소중한 추억 만들어 준 우리 젬에게 정말 감사합니다.
(Translation) Castle J: My birthday was included in the overseas tour. My favorite memory was the surprise birthday party given by the fans at the venue. From the world tour to the birthday party, I'm so grateful to our GEM for creating precious memories.
윈: 저는 무대 위 올라갈 때 보이는 젬으로 가득 찬 객석이 잊혀지지 않습니다. 어떤 나라, 어떤 지역에 가도 항상 공연장을 빼곡하게 채워주셨어요. 팬분들과 함께하는 그 시간이 정말 감동으로 가득했던 것 같습니다.
(Translation) WIN: I'll never forget the GEM filled venue that I see when I go on stage. No matter what country or region I go to, you always fill the venue to capacity, and I think that's what makes the time with the fans so inspiring.
K Fuse: What is the number one thing you are most looking forward to during this tour?
민재: 지금 현재 유럽과 미주 투어를 계획하고 있는데요. 저희가 유럽과 미주는 이미 한번 투어로 다녀온 곳이에요. 팬분들의 뜨거운 에너지와 저희를 향한 엄청난 호응이 잊혀지지 않아요. 얼른 또 한 번 뜨거운 호응을 느껴보고 싶습니다. 특히 ‘ODD-VENTURE TOUR 2024’인 만큼 투어에서 처음으로 신곡을 보여드릴 수 있을 것 같습니다. 젬분들이 신곡에 대해 어떤 반응을 보여줄지 너무 기대되고 떨립니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: We're currently planning a tour of Europe and the Americas, which we've already toured once. We can't get over how much energy our fans have given us and how much they've responded to us. We can't wait to feel that again, especially since it's the first time we'll be playing new songs on the tour, and we're really excited and nervous to see how they'll react to the new songs.
K Fuse: Are they any experiences you're looking forward to sharing with GEM?
빅: 많은 GEM과 저희의 노래로 뜨겁게 놀아보는 게 이번 투어에서 바라는 점인 것 같아요. 항상 투어를 가게 되면 정말 많은 분이 열광해 주시고 응원해 주시거든요. 이번에도 팬분들과 공연장 가까이 소통하면서 즐거운 시간을 보낼 수 있으면 좋을 것 같습니다.
(Translation) BIC: I think what I'm hoping for on this tour is to play a lot of GEM and our hot songs, because whenever we go on tour, there are always so many people who go crazy and support us. I think it would be nice to be able to interact closely with the fans at the venue and have a good time.
K Fuse: Can you give any spoilers about what stage are you most excited to perform and show fans during your ODD-VENTURE World Tour?
휘준: 저번 투어와는 조금 다른 세트리스트로 공연을 보여드릴 수 있을 것 같습니다. 전에 보여드리지 않았던 곡들을 선정해서 무대를 꾸미고 싶다는 생각을 하고 있어요. 특별한 무대도 준비하려고 저희 멤버 모두 고심하고 있습니다. 내년 1월부터 개최되는 어드벤처 투어 2024 많은 관심 부탁드리겠습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: I think we will perform with a slightly different setlist than the last tour. We are planning to select songs that have not been shown before to perform on stage. I'm planning to prepare a special stage, as well, and all the members are working hard to put on a good performance. We ask for your interest in the Odd Venture Tour 2024, which will start January next year .
캐슬제이: 아무래도 이번 투어의 타이틀이 ‘오드벤처 투어’인 만큼 이번 신곡들이 세트리스트를 가득 채울 것 같습니다. 이번 앨범에 수록된 다양한 곡들로 멋진 무대를 꾸며보려고 노력 중이니 투어 때 확인해 주시면 좋을 것 같습니다.
(Translation) Castle J: Since the title of this tour is 'ODD-VENTURE TOUR' , it seems that new songs will fill the setlist. We are trying to put on a great stage with various songs included in this album. so it would be nice if you check it out during the tour.
K Fuse:What is the hardest part of preparing for an overseas tour?
윈: 멤버들과 투어를 많이 다녀와서 이제 힘든 점은 딱히 없는 것 같습니다. 그저 다양한 팬 분들께 저희의 무대를 보여드릴 수 있다는 점에 신났고, 얼른 보여드리고 싶다는 마음에 열심히 준비했습니다.
(Translation) WIN: We've been touring a lot with our members, so I don't think there's anything that's hard for us now. We're just excited to show our stage to various fans. Because we can't wait to show them, we've been working hard to prepare.
K Fuse: What is a song you would like to cover next on PMG?
캐슬제이: PMG로 어떤 곡을 보여드리겠다는 구체적인 계획은 없습니다. 하지만 늘 그랬던 것처럼 MCND만의 색을 가장 잘 드러낼 수 있는 곡으로 작업하고 싶습니다. 아직 젬 여러분들께 보여드리지 않은 저희의 자작곡도 많거든요. 오랜만에 한 번도 들려드리지 않았던 자작곡으로 PMG를 해보면 좋을 것 같다는 생각도 종종 하고 있습니다. MCND라는 그룹을 가장 잘 나태내는 곡으로 꼭 도전해 보겠습니다.
(Translation) Castle J : We don't have any specific plans for what songs we'll be showcasing in the PMG, but as always, we'd like to work with songs that best represent the colors of MCND. We have a lot of our own songs that we haven't shared with you yet, and I've often thought that it would be great to do a PMG with a song that we haven't shared in a long time. I'll definitely try to do it with a song that best represents MCND.
K Fuse: Lately, what do you each like to do in your downtime away from music and performing?
민재: 음악 작업이나 공연 등으로 멤버들과 함께 달려왔잖아요. 휴식 시간이 주어진다면, 다 함께 이곳저곳 다니면서 힐링하는 시간을 가져보고 싶습니다. 멤버 모두가 함께 에너지를 충전하기도 하고, 음악 영감을 얻을 수 있는 좋은 기회가 될 것 같습니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: I've been running around with the members working on music and performing. So if there's a break, I'd love to have a chance to go somewhere and relax together. I think it would be a great opportunity for all of us to recharge our batteries and get some musical inspiration.
K Fuse: What is one of your happiest memories so far being an idol?
휘준: 가수의 동기가 됐던 팬분들을 만날 때가 가장 행복하지 않을까 싶습니다. 특히 저희가 무대에 올랐을 때 젬분들의 함성 소리가 가장 기억에 남고 행복한 것 같습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: I think I'm happiest when I meet the fans who motivated me to be a singer, and I think the most memorable and happiest part is hearing them scream when we go on stage.
캐슬제이: 저희가 1년 4개월 만에 컴백해서 팬들 앞에 섰습니다. 오랜 공백 끝에 무대에서 팬들을 만나니 너무 벅차고 행복했어요. 이런 순간들이 가장 기억에 남고 이런 기분을 자주 느끼고 싶습니다.
(Translation) Castle J: We made a comeback after 1 year and 4 months and stood in front of our fans. I was so overwhelmed and happy to meet my fans on stage after a long gap. These moments are the most memorable and I want to feel this way often.
K Fuse: What are your future goals as MCND and as individual artists?
캐슬제이: MCND로 음원 차트나 음악 방송에서 1위를 해보고 싶어요. 음악을 사랑하는 모든 분들이 저희의 음악을 빼놓지 않고 즐겨 듣는 날이 올 수 있도록 지금보다 더 노력할 예정입니다.
(Translation) Castle J: I would like to be number one on music charts and broadcasts with MCND. We will work harder than we are now so that everyone who loves music can enjoy listening to our music.
빅: MCND 이름으로 1위에 올라보고 싶어요. 음원 차트나 음악 방송 등에서 1위를 해 멤버 모두가 함께 그 기쁨을 나눠보고 싶습니다. 또, 행복하게 오래오래 좋은 음악 들려드리는 아티스트로 남고 싶어요.
(Translation) BIC: I want to reach the top of the music charts and broadcasts with MCND and share the joy with all of our members. I also want to remain an artist who can provide good music for a long and happy life.
민재: 저는 지금 그래왔던 것처럼 저희가 하고 싶은 음악, 저희를 잘 나타내는 음악을 변함없이 꾸준히 하고 싶습니다. 제가 하고 싶은 음악과 메시지를 잘 나타내는 아티스트가 되기 위해서 계속 달리겠습니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: I want to continue to do the music we want to do and the music that represents us well, just like we have been doing. I will keep running to become an artist who represents the music and message I want to make.
휘준: 저도 MCND로서 음악 방송 1위에 올라보고 싶어요. 데뷔하고 한 번도 음악 방송에서 1위 해본 경험이 없거든요. 꼭 후보에 올라 호명될 수 있도록 노력할 테니 지켜봐 주세요.
개인적으로는 옛날부터 드라마 OST, 메인 테마곡을 불러 보고 싶다는 생각도 했습니다. 오직 저의 목소리로만 채워진 음악을 보여드릴 기회가 오면 좋을 것 같습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: As a member of MCND, I also want to be number one in music broadcasting. I've never been number one in music broadcasting since I debuted, so I'll definitely try to be nominated and recognized -- so stay tuned. Personally, I've always wanted to sing drama OSTs and main theme songs. It would be great to have the opportunity to show music that is filled with only my voice.
윈: 돈을 많이 버는 가수도 좋지만 1등 가수, 제 분야에서 인정 는 가수가 되고 싶어요. 제가 하고 싶은 음악을 들려드리고 그 노래로 대중분들에게 인정받으면 더할 나위 없을 것 같습니다.
(Translation) WIN: It's great to be a singer who makes a lot of money, but I want to be a number one singer, a singer who is recognized in my field. It would be great to be able to play the music I want to play and be recognized by the public for it.
K Fuse: Thank you, again, for taking the time to talk with us. Before we say goodbye, is there a message that you would like to leave for #GEM and our readers?
캐슬제이: K FUSE 구독자 여러분 그리고 GEM, 드디어 MCND가 1년 4개월 만에 미니 5집 ‘ODD-VENTURE’로 돌아왔습니다. 여러분들의 관심 덕분에 한층 더 멋있어진 모습을 보여드릴 수 있게 된 것 같아요. 저희의 미니 5집 많은 관심 부탁드리겠습니다. 감사합니다.
(Translation) Castle J: K FUSE readers and GEM, MCND is finally back with our 5th mini album 'ODD-VENTURE' after one year and four months. I think we've become even more awesome thanks to your interest. Please look forward to our 5th mini album. Thank you.
빅: 드디어 MCND가 컴백하게 됐습니다. 늘 공백기에도 응원해 주고 관심가져 주시는 여러분들 덕분입니다. 앞으로도 좋은 모습 많이 보여드리는 MCND 그리고 빅이 되도록 노력하겠습니다. 감사합니다.
(Translation) BIC: MCND was finally making a comeback. Thanks to all of you who have always supported and shown interest in us during our hiatus. We will continue to do our best to be MCND and BIC. Thank you.
민재: 여러분! 1년 4개월 만에 돌아온 만큼 정말 다채롭고 좋아하실 곡들로 앨범을 준비했습니다. 음악적으로든 콘셉트적으로든 더 성장한 모습을 보여드리기 위해 많이 노력했으니 한 번씩 들어봐 주시면 좋겠습니다.
(Translation) MINJAE: Everyone, we're back after one year and four months, so we've prepared an album with a lot of different songs that you'll love. We've worked hard to show you how we've grown both musically and conceptually, so we hope you'll listen to it one by one.
휘준: 여러분! 언제 어디서나 항상 과분한 응원 보내주셔서 감사합니다. 여러분들 덕분에 저희가 열심히 그리고 좋은 모습 보여드리고자 노력하게 되는 것 같아요. 앞으로도 더 다양한 모습 보여드리겠습니다.
(Translation) HUIJUN: Thank you for your support, always and everywhere. I think it's because of you that we work hard and try to show our best, so we'll try to show you more in the future.
윈: 오랜만에 컴백인 만큼 여러분들이 어떤 음악을 좋아해주실지 많이 고민하고 작업했습니다. 이번 미니 5집 마음에 드셨으면 좋겠어요. 구독자님들 그리고 팬 여러분들 모두 저희 노래로 힐링하셨으면 좋겠습니다. 다양한 활동으로 찾아뵐 테니 기대 많이 해주세요.
(Translation) WIN: It's been a long time since we've made a comeback, so we've been thinking a lot about what kind of music you'll like. We hope you'll like this 5th mini album. We hope all of our subscribers and fans can heal with our songs. We'll be coming back with various activities, so please look forward to it.
Don't miss your chance to see Castle J, BIC, Minjae, Huijun and WIN live during their "ODD-VENTURE" Tour 2024 in:
January 21 - Budapest, Hungary at Durer Kert
January 23 - Paris, France at Alhambra
January 24 - Lyon, France at La Rayonne
January 25 - London, UK at 02 Academy
January 27 - Berlin, Germany at Columbia Theater
January 28 - Warsaw, Poland at Proxima
February 9 - New York City, NY at Racket NYC
February 11 - Chicago, IL at Distro Music Hall
February 13 - Atlanta, GA at Variety Playhouse
February 14 - Dallax, TX at South Side Music Hall
February 16 - San Francisco, CA at Fort Mason Cowell Theater
February 18 - Los Angeles, CA at Avalon Hollywood
Did we mention that Studio PAV is back with their VVIP+ ticket tier with this tour?!? For anyone who is experiencing a Studio PAV tour for the first time, that means, fans will have the opportunity to talk with Castle J, BIC, Minjae, Huijun and WIN one-on-one before the show starts!
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Photo Credits: TOP MEDIA
Answers and Translations provided by TOP MEDIA PR.
We want to give a huge shoutout to TOP MEDIA's PR and the members of MCND for all of their hardwork, and this undoubtedly amazing opportunity to provide coverage for MCND's 5th mini album, "ODD-VENTURE," as well as their upcoming "ODD-VENTURE: 2024 TOUR! GEM, let us know what you're looking forward to during this upcoming tour!
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