Welcome back, #SoundLovers! We are excited to introduce you to this next group that we had the opportunity to talk with, BXB (비엑스비)!
Before we get to the mini interview, let's take a moment to get to know this talented group.
BXB -- short for Boys By Brush means the drawing of youth as they express many chapters of youth with the music of lots of genres -- was one of the first K-Pop boy groups to debut in 2023. The original five-member ensemble, consisting of Jihun, Hyunwoo, Siwoo, Hamin, and June, made their official debut as BXB under Wolfburn on January 30, 2023 with their 1st EP "Intro: Flight and a new beginning," featuring title track Fly Away (도약 / 跳躍). However, this was not the first debut for some of the members.
Shortly after their debut, BXB participated in JTBC's reality competition show, Peak Time (피크타임), as Team 4:00 performing the song Replay by SHINee. Viewers would continue to see BXB on the show until they were eliminated on Episode 7 of the show. For viewers who were not familiar with the members of BXB, they were moved to tears by the heartfelt story of their past. Members Jihun, Hyunwoo, Siwoo, and Hamin made their first debut as members of group TRCNG -- with many more members on October 10, 2017. They went on to say, "When we re-debuted, we were dismayed and felt that the best members had left and that the ones remaining were the less capable ones. As we prepared for 'Peak Time,' we never felt confident that we were up to the task. ...We were so happy when the judges told us we were really good when we performed SHINee's 'Replay.'"
After their appearance on the show, it was announced that maknae, June would be taking a hiatus due to poor health conditions. Even with this news fans of BXB and viewers of Peak Time took to social media to wish June a fast recovery, and encouraging messages to the rest of the members. In August of 2023, BXB would make their first comeback as a four member-group with the release of their 1st single album "Chapter 1. Our Youth" featuring title track Planet.
Fans of the four-piece ensemble received the best Christmas gift imaginable when BXB released their 2024 comeback schedule! The schedule revealed that the group would begin releasing concept photos just one month ahead of their one year anniversary, followed by a January 4 pre-release track, Black Cat Nero, and would then make an official comeback on January 11 . On January 11, BXB released their 2nd EP "Chapter 2. Wings: Preparing for a vacation trip" along with the release of the music video for their latest title track, Airplane.
Now, let's check out BXB's press conference, as they talk about their new album, memorable moments, and their goals for 2024:
NACE: Let's give a warm welcome to BXB
BXB: Hello, nice to meet you!
NACE: So, if each of you could please introduce yourselves individually so that our journalists can get to know you a little bit more.
Hyunwoo: Shall we start with the group greeting?
BXB: Boys By Brush! Hello, we are BXB
Jihun: Hello everyone, my name is Jihun. I'm in charge of vocals in BXB. Thank you.
Hyunwoo: Hello everyone, my name is Hyunwoo. I'm in charge of rap and dance in BXB. Nice to meet you.
Hamin: Hi everyone, my name is Hamin. I'm in charge of vocals in BXB. Nice to meet you!
Siwoo: Hello everyone, my name is Siwoo. I'm in charge of BXB's rap.
K Fuse: Can you tell us a little bit more about the meaning behind your upcoming single "Airplane"?
Hamin: The title song "Airplane" is a pop genre song mixed with gospel genre. It's a gospel scene, a bit like a church or something like that. Also, the sound is, first of all, the sound of actual instruments, not digital, which can be seen as a special point. And in the story itself, it is a song that contains the message of escaping the boring daily life like a carousel, spreading both wings wide and flying like an airplane.
K Fuse: Were there any memorable in the making of this upcoming album that you would like to share with us?
Hyunwoo: As for memorable moments, the most memorable moment for me is when we filmed the music video, we filmed on a public bus and at the airport in a public place. It was really amazing because I felt like I had an experience that I wouldn't normally experience. I think that's what I remember the most because it was a special experience.
Asked by Atlas Artist Group: What are you hoping fans will take away from this new album?
Siwoo: I hope that through this album you will be able to shake off the heavy burdens you feel and rest comfortably when you listen to out songs. It's like sleeping on an airplane.
Asked by Total Access Pass: How do you feel each of you have grown individually and together as a group this past year?
BXB: We are very thankful that we grew a lot together during our first year together through a lot of stage experiences, shows and album promotions. If I were to say something about the team, because of the many team activities over the past year, the bond and teamwork between the members has improved greatly. Also because I have had a lot of stage experience, my appearance on camera and on stage has become more natural and cool. I think I can keep growing.
Asked by WHOSE Melody Kpopwise: What goals does BXB want to accomplish together in the future?
Siwoo: We have fans from all over the world and I want to find and meet all fans from all over the world through a world tour.
Hyunwoo: And one more thing, if there is an opportunity to promote an album in North America, I would definitely like to do an album promotion in North America.
Asked by Sworn by Sound: How does it feel to know that you have international fans who love you music despite the language barrier?
Jihun: Each country, each language will have different meanings and moods. Sometimes I wonder if what we intended was conveyed well. I've always been curious. BXB only has the lovers of K-Pop genre to thank for that, including those of our music, despite that. I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to our overseas fans.
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Thank you to NACE, Wolfburn, and the members of BXB for this exciting opportunity. Shoutout to all attending media outlets for their insightful questions for the members.
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