Meet The Artist: Join WHIB as They Embark on a Journey of Relentless Determination with 4th Single Album, [Bang Out!]

Language: Korean | English

Welcome back, #SoundLovers! K Fuse is excited to introduce WHIB, a dynamic eight-member rookie K-Pop group making waves with their highly anticipated comeback with the release of their 4th single album, [BANG OUT!]

Photo Source: WHIB Official Facebook

WHIB burst onto the scene on November 8, 2023, under C-JeS Entertainment with their debut single album, [CUT-OUT]. This album showcased their unique and charming sound with tracks "BANG!" and "DIZZY." Fans were instantly captivated by the pop dance energy of "BANG!" and the easy listening, youthful vibe of "DIZZY." Since their debut, WHIB continues to effortlessly display their fun and confident approach to music creation while embodying their group's name meaning as they explore a variety of sounds that contrast and complement each other as easily as white and black do! The group's latest album '[BANG OUT]!' showcases their struggles, determination, and growth while signifying their ambition to display a variety of charms.

K Fuse had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the members of WHIB to dive deeper into their story and their music while the group also discusses having recently celebrated their 500-day anniversary, their favorite song, and WHIB's hopes to connect with global fans in the future. Find our full interview with the members of WHIB below!

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K Fuse: Hello, WHIB! Thank you for taking the time to talk with us here are K Fuse, and share your story with our readers and fellow #AnD! While we are quite familiar with WHIB, and while we have several AnD who share our love for a variety of sounds and artists, some of our readers may be discovering WHIB for the first time, so could you take just a brief moment to introduce yourselves?

WHIB is a Korean eight-member boy band that consists of leaders JADER, HASEUNG, JINBEOM, UGeon, LEEJEONG, JAEHA, INHONG and WONJUN. We debuted on November 8, 2023, with our first single album '[Cut-Out],' followed by our second single '[ETERNAL YOUTH: KICK IT],' our third single '[Rush of Joy],' and our fourth single ['BANG OUT]' on April 9. We strive to bring out a variety of charms by setting a key color for each album.

K Fuse: We have seen several comments throughout your SNS where some folks have been wondering, is there a special meaning behind your group's name?

'WHIB' is a compound of "WHITE" and "BLACK," expressing the confidence to show a variety of charms like the two colors at the opposite ends of the color chart, and the ambition to find our own unique color among the numerous colors between black and white.

K Fuse: What influenced you to pursue a career in music?

JADER: I was casted when I went to a dance competition with friends who were dancing together. It was a burden to go back and forth between Yangsan and Seoul, but I came up with the mindset that I should still try. Since then, I have been developing my dreams and preparing hard.

HASEUNG: I am not good at expressing feelings, but I thought singing is a medium that can replace expression. I also get comfort from singing, so I wanted to sing a song that can comfort people. I dreamed of becoming a singer because I thought that if I became a singer, I would be able to express not only what I think and talk about but also giving and getting comfort.

JINBEOM : Thanks to my three older sisters, I naturally encountered K-pop. After seeing SHINee's debut performance, I dreamed of becoming an idol for the first time, and then I got cast when I was in middle school and finally achieved my dream.

UGeon: I was a child actor first, but as I learned to dance as a hobby, I naturally became interested in an idol, and it became my dream.

LEEJEONG: I had a dream about an idol when I saw G-Dragon as a child. Later, I learned to dance by chance, and even though it was hard, I laughed, and I thought that it would be okay to work hard for this dream, so I dreamed of becoming an idol.

JAEHA: I did figure skating for 8 years, and then I was lucky enough to get cast. Looking back now, I’m really glad I chose this path—if I hadn’t, I know I would’ve regretted it. I’m really happy now.

INHONG: My parents often watched music shows, and I was influenced by this environment. I became a fan after watching INFINITE's performance because I thought it was cool, and I became interested in it while looking up their videos. My parents were worried because I am quiet and shy, but now I have achieved my dream of becoming a singer by showing my parents the willingness steadily to do it.

WONJUN: Watching other groups(who debuted before WHIB) performance, I found myself wanting to live like them. Watching TV shows and documentaries, I had a desire to yearn for it, and now I became an idol by trying my best to train and practice.

K Fuse: If you could describe your group in three words, what three words would you choose and why?

1. Global Hexagonal Idol. This keyword represents WHIB's versatility and well-rounded skills, demonstrated through our global activities such as "WHIB 1ST ASIA FAN MEET UP - ETERNAL YOUTH: KICK IT" and our promotions in Japan.

2. 5th Generation Cheat Key(Code). Just like a cheat code that guarantees victory in a game, this keyword reflects our determination to take and lead with this album and actively promote ourselves as the "cheat code" of the 5th generation.

3. WHIBsenal Color (WHIB+Personal Color). From white and black to blue, purple, and now magenta for our new album, this keyword embodies WHIB's identity -- the ability to pull off any concept and express every color in our own style.

K Fuse: You just recently celebrated your 500 day anniversary as a group!! Congratulations!  How do you feel you have grown as an artist and personally since your debut?

Through a variety of domestic and global activities—including "WHIB 1ST ASIA FAN MEET UP – ETERNAL YOUTH: KICK IT" and our promotions in Japan—we feel that our teamwork has grown stronger from spending so much time together as a group. We’ve practiced how to connect with fans and how to deliver more authentic performances on stage. By performing on various stages, we believe we’ve made solid progress in our live skills, including both vocals and dance.

K Fuse: You just recently won the AAA Focus Award at the 9th Asia Artist Award - congratulations!! You have also just recently concluded your fan meets across five cities in Asia, and performed at the “Golden Wave in Bangkok” on the 22nd. What were some of the highlights for you during this busy schedule?

We were both surprised and grateful to hear our global fans cheering for us with Korean fan chants and calling out each member’s name during the talk segment. It made us think, “It’s because of this kind of support that we’re motivated to perform even better.”

K Fuse: While we are on the subject of performances, let’s talk about music! How would you describe your sound / music to new listeners?

We’ve showcased a variety of charms through color-themed concepts for each album. From the charismatic white & black, to refreshing blue, chic and funky purple, and now the intense magenta of our latest release—we continue to expand our limitless musical spectrum.

K Fuse: You have briefly mentioned this earlier, WHIB is set to make a comeback on April 9th with your 4th Single Album, [BANG OUT]! What story do you want to tell listeners with this comeback?

This album captures WHIB’s journey of struggle and growth, as we constantly strive to prove ourselves at every moment. It also reflects our determination to break boundaries and move forward with confidence. The title track “BANG OUT” expresses our grounded confidence—we feel more sure of ourselves than anyone else when we’re on stage. Through this song, we hope to inspire not only ourselves, but also anyone who feels uncertain about the future, by sharing WHIB’s fearless energy on stage.

K Fuse: Were there any memorable moments in the making of this album or music video?

We think the choreography for our title track “BANG OUT” was the most challenging we’ve ever done. Since the moves are continuous and high-energy, it required a lot of practice. We also put great care into the recording process, making sure to highlight each member’s unique tone and style.

WHIB - 'BANG OUT' MV

K Fuse: You have shown a variety of different genres and styles since your debut – ranging from bright and refreshing to powerful charisma.  How did you determine the style for “BANG OUT?”

Setting magenta, the mid-purple/red color that was the main color of the previous album [Rush of Joy] as the key color, we chose styles such as retro, cyberpunk, and futurism into this concept.

K Fuse: Can you walk us through your routine when preparing for a comeback?

Throughout the preparation of all our albums, we’ve come to realize just how precious our time together as members really is. While working on this album, we wanted to capture more of those moments ourselves. We remember bringing a digital camera to the music video shoot and taking pictures of each other to keep those memories.

K Fuse: While we are beyond excited for this upcoming release, we know fans are too. So we took a moment to ask fans across various SNS channels if they had any questions for WHIB, and here are some AnD's questions!

From @yoonitesdstates - What are your thoughts on releasing unit songs?  For example, rappers releasing a song or cover together?

If the opportunity comes, we’d love to show different sides of WHIB through various concepts and units. But for now, we’re more focused on showcasing WHIB as a whole.

From @dxwhib - What is your favorite song currently?

Our favorite song right now is "BANG OUT," the title track of our 4th single '[BANG OUT]!' It gives you confidence just by listening to it, so please show a lot of love and support!

From @jaehaupdates - What is your favorite food this season?

Since we have many members, it’s not always easy to find a food that everyone agrees on—but one dish we all love is jjimdak (Korean braised chicken). If you ever visit Korea, we definitely recommend trying jjimdak!

From @neverbobobo - Today's TMI?

On the 9th, WHIB came back with the 4th single, [BANG OUT]! Please show a lot of interest!

From @AnD_Whib - If you could collaborate with any artist, who would it be and why?

It would be an honor to collaborate with any artists, but especially being able to perform alongside our role models like NCT, ATEEZ, and THE BOYZ would be like a dream come true for us.

K Fuse: And of course before we wrap up our fan questions, everyone is curious– what can we expect from WHIB moving forward?

We hope you'll look forward to our improved teamwork and vocal growth. We'll also be showcasing ‘WHIBsenal Color’ our unique ability to pull off any concept in our own style.

K Fuse: Are there any discussions about touring for 2025? Or maybe even 2026?

While we don't have any concrete plans just yet, if the opportunity comes, we'd love to go on a world tour someday and connect with our global fans in person.

K Fuse: We once again want to thank you again for taking the time to talk with K Fuse, and for allowing us this incredible opportunity to share your story with our readers and fellow #AnD! Before we wrap up, is there a message that you would like to leave for #AnD and our #SoundLovers?

To our AnD who always show us endless love and support—thank you so much, we love you!

And to the SoundLovers, thank you for paying attention to WHIB and giving us this interview opportunity. We’ll continue to work hard, so please keep sending us your warm support.

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As WHIB continues to make a significant impact in the industry by blending a colorless and color-filled existence, the group has assured #AnD, #SoundLovers, and casual listeners that they will keep striving to share a wide range of colors—aiming to connect with listeners of diverse backgrounds!

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