AB6IX is making a comeback with a new album, proving their maturity as artists.
They will release their 10th EP 'UPSIDE DOWN' on the 25th, an album filled with the will to turn the world upside down with a new perspective and music.
The album contains a total of 6 tracks, with the title track being 'STUPID'. The song expresses the inner cries of a wounded heart through rock sounds, with contributions from Lee Daehwi and Park Woojin in the songwriting process.
In addition to the title track, it features various genres including 'Square Up', 'Friday Trouble', and 'A Million Dreams'.
The members have shown strong confidence in this album, stating, "We are excited to show our good performance and songs" and promised, "We will show you a great side that matches the wait."
<Next is AB6IX's Q&A session>
Q. Please share your thoughts on the comeback.
Jeon Woong: It feels like time has passed so quickly since this is already our tenth EP. We will show you a more grown-up side of AB6IX.
Kim Donghyun: I am a bit nervous because it’s been a while since our last comeback, but I am also excited to show our fans a great stage and songs.
Park Woojin: I want to thank our fans for waiting, and as much as they've waited, we will show them a good side.
Lee Daehwi: We finally made our comeback. We intended to come back earlier, but it seems to have gotten delayed as we wanted to wait for better songs. I feel grateful and excited to meet our fans after a long time.
Q. What type of song is the title track 'STUPID'?
Lee Daehwi: It’s a dance track that fits well with the fresh summer nights, incorporating band sounds. I hope the relatable lyrics provide comfort to the listeners.
Q. Could you explain the performance highlights for 'STUPID'?
Park Woojin: I think the key point of this performance is that it carries a popular feel, allowing everyone to enjoy it comfortably and joyfully. I believe you’ll see the members' various sides and charms through this stage.
Q. 'STUPID' conveys a message of understanding and comfort to those who have been hurt. Do you have any personal tips for overcoming pain?
Kim Donghyun: If you make a mistake, acknowledge it and let it go. If it’s an unfair situation, I think it’s important to address it firmly and overcome it.
Q. You mentioned that members directly participated in writing, composing, and the album production process to enhance the album's completeness. What did you focus on the most in this album?
Jeon Woong: Since 'STUPID' is a refreshing and exciting song, I made an effort to create a choreography that is even more fun and lively.
Kim Donghyun: During the recording of each song, we put in more affection than ever and prepared for the stage.
Park Woojin: As always, we did our best for the listeners and tried to express what we have in our hearts to connect more emotionally.
Lee Daehwi: The most important part of the album is, of course, the music. Everything starts from music, so I firmly believe it has to be good. I am confident that each song has diverse charms.
Q. Is there a particular song from the 10th EP 'UPSIDE DOWN' that you feel attached to, and what are the listening points for that song?
Jeon Woong: Track 5, 'You're in My Plans', is a song I wrote and composed. I have worked on many songs so far, but after finishing this one, I had this thought of 'I made it well!' and I felt proud. It’s a song I’m quite attached to, so I hope it gets a lot of love.
Lee Daehwi: While I love the title track, Track 6, 'Beautiful', seems to be a song that will remain in the memories of our fans and us for a long time, so I feel a strong attachment to it. I hope it’s a song we remember when we look back in the future.
Q. After actively pursuing solo activities in various fields, you are now coming together as a group again after about 10 months. Did you have any special episodes or memorable moments during the album preparation process?
Kim Donghyun: The music video filming was interesting as we tried a new method that was different from before, and it was fun.
Park Woojin: There weren’t any major episodes, but it felt natural and comfortable, so I think it flowed well just as we always did, perhaps even better than solo activities.
Q. What aspect of AB6IX would you like to showcase through this album?
Jeon Woong: We have been able to digest various concepts, but I want to enjoy the stage with a sense that people will say, "AB6IX is refreshing!"
Q. Please share a message for the fans who love AB6IX.
Jeon Woong: ABNEW! We have finally made our comeback. We are back with a fully packed album of 6 songs for our ABNEW who have waited a long time. I hope you enjoy our album 'UPSIDE DOWN' and have a cool summer. We appreciate your support and love for this comeback.
Kim Donghyun: It took a bit longer than expected. As we stand in front of our fans after a long time, we will do our best to show you a lot of great sides! Let’s make this album a hit.
Park Woojin: I always feel grateful, but I also feel a bit sorry. Thanks to you always cheering us on and giving us strength, we can be together. We will work hard to bring you better songs and better sides so that we can be happy together for a long time.
Lee Daehwi: Thank you for waiting for a long time, Avenue. We have brought a truly wonderful album after such a long wait, so let’s make this activity unforgettable. Let’s cherish each moment and enjoy it together. Fighting!
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