IN THE LOOP: Red Velvet 'Feel My Rhythm,' Stray Kids 'MANIAC,' More of This Week's Hottest Releases, News
Are you too busy to keep up with the current events and releases of K-pop idols? Worry no more, we have compiled newsworthy happenings in the K-pop scene this week!
Hottest Releases/Comeback [March 17 to 23]:
1. Stray Kids' 'MANIAC'
On March 18, Stray Kids dropped its new song "MANIAC," the lead track of its new mini-album, "ODDINARY."
"MANIAC" is a collaboration project of 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han) and writer VERSACHOI. It depicts the stories of an "abnormal" who break the framework of "normal."
As of writing, the MV of the song reaches 34 million days in four days. It proves the relentless rise in popularity of "K-pop 4th generation leader" Stray Kids with their strong visuals and performance.
2. Red Velvet's 'Feel My Rhythm'
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Following the success of "Queendom" in 2021, Red Velvet served the "K-pop Classical" genre with their new EP, "The ReVe Festival 2022" released on March 21.
On the same day, the quintet drew attention to the album's lead single, "Feel My Rhythm." As of March 23, the official MV surpassed 10 million YouTube views.
3. HIGHLIGHT's 'Daydream'
On March 21, second-generation group HIGHLIGHT proved its unrelenting status as a "vocal powerhouse" group with the release of its first full-length album, "DAYDREAM."
The title track with the same name tells the story of a desperate love confession who does not want to live in a world without their love. The group voluntarily shouts that they do not want to wake up from an eternal daydream.
As this is the first studio album released by the group, the hereinafter quartet drew a favorable response, surpassing 6.8M views as of March 23.
4. T1419's 'EDELWEISS'
On March 22, T1419 returned to the music scene with a heartfelt fan song, "EDELWEISS." In particular, the title of the group's digital single is named after T1419's fandom.
Through this song, the nine-member team expressed their gratitude and genuine love for their fans who supported them since Day 1.
5. VERIVERY's 'O'
On March 23, VERIVERY gained anticipation for their 'Series 'O' [Round 0: WHO]'.
VERIVERY's new song "O" is an R&B dance genre that creates a dreamy yet sexy atmosphere and talks about "Incomplete Me."
It is expected to see a new aspect of VERIVERY, which recently emphasized the charm of men who have an intense and rough charisma.
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6. CLC Yeeun, Seungyeon Left Cube Entertainment
On March 18, CLC Yeeun and Seungyeon left Cube Entertainment after seven years. According to the agency, "The exclusive contract with Jang Seungyeon and Jang Yeeun has ended."
In response, fans, particularly Cheshire (CLC fandom) are focused on what will happen to the group following the unofficial disbandment. Moreover, Cube shut down all of their activities in 2021.
7. CJ ENM Drops Lineup for 'KCON 2022 Premiere Korea'
On March 22, CJ ENM announced the Korean lineup for the "KCON 2022 Premiere." It is set to kick off on May 7 and 8.
According to reports, 13 K-pop groups will join the event including HIGHLIGHT, MONSTA X, more.
READ MORE: KCON 2022 Premiere Korea Lineup: MONSTA X, STAYC, 'Queendom 2,' MORE!
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Written by Eunice Dawson
