GHOST9 Spills Gut-Wrenching Truths About Brutal Survival on Their Long Hiatus

By Madison Cullen Oct 25, 2023

In a candid revelation, the members of GHOST9 shared their genuine sentiments following a challenging survival experience.

The occasion was a media showcase held at Ilji Art Hall in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the afternoon of the 25th, commemorating the release of their seventh mini-album 'ARCADE: O.'

GHOST9 Makes a Resounding Comeback: 'ARCADE: O' Unveils Unique Message and Distinct Colors in the Second Chapter of 'ARCADE: VOW' Series

Marking their return after a hiatus of a year and six months, 'ARCADE: O' is the second installment in the 'ARCADE: VOW' series.

The album encapsulates a powerful message of moving forward in their unique way and embracing their distinct colors, intending to make a significant impact on the K-pop scene through the title track 'RUCKUS.'

Notably, the choreography planning for this album involved the active participation of the members, infusing the project with GHOST9's unmistakable flair.

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Explaining the intricacies of the title track performance, Jinwoo Lee shed light on the point choreography, stating, "There is a handcuff dance in the point choreography of 'Lucus.'

There is a scene in the music video where the song moves with its hands tied, so I made it using that." Lee Shin emphasized his global aspirations, saying, "I prepared to become a global leader because many people did the handcuff dance and 'Lucus' together," while demonstrating the challenge section's key choreography.

Challenging Hiatus Yields Growth: GHOST9's Journey on 'Listen-UP' and 'Peak Time' Marks a Pivotal Chapter in Their Career

During their extended hiatus, GHOST9 underwent significant growth, participating in the producing battle program 'Listen-UP' on KBS 2TV and the team battle survival program 'Peak Time' on JTBC.

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Reflecting on this period, Lee Shin expressed deep appreciation for the experience on 'Peak Time,' noting that it was not only the hiatus but also the most memorable since their debut.

Detailing the impactful experience, Lee Shin shared,

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Ghost9 Lee Shin

"I appeared with people who debuted at a similar time or didn't do well. There were a lot of people who worked hard, didn't give up, and had dreams. In some ways, there are times when we feel upset because we haven't achieved great success yet, but I gained a lot of strength by looking at those people. I thought, ‘Let’s try it too.’ It was an impressive experience,”

Son Jun-hyung's Revelation: The Transformative Impact of Survival Shows on GHOST9's Mindset and Artistic Approach

Son Jun-hyung echoed these sentiments, acknowledging the deep reflections brought about by their participation in the survival programs.

He remarked, "All the members must have felt it deeply while doing the survival program," describing it as an opportunity to reevaluate their mindset.

Son Jun-hyung shared, "I felt like I was a frog in a well, and as all the participants in a survival show watched each other, I thought, 'Those people have that kind of mindset, but can we do this?' That's why I made an effort to be more humble, and I should do it with more enthusiasm."

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He emphasized the shift in his approach, stating, "So, when preparing this time, I didn't say, 'We have to choreograph like this,' but rather, 'Let's have fun while doing it.' Rather than saying, 'We're the best,' I thought with a humble mind that I hope people will have fun with our performance."

GHOST9's new album 'ARCADE: O' is set to be released at 6 PM on the 25th, promising a dynamic blend of their evolved artistic expressions and a renewed mindset.