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Group NEWBEAT (Park Minseok, Hong Minsung, Jeon Yeoyeojeong, Choi Seohyun, Kim Taeyang, Jo Yunhu, and Kim Riwoo) made their debut with a full album.

 

NEWBEAT held a media showcase on the 24th at Ilji Art Hall in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, to celebrate the release of their debut full album 'RAW AND RAD.'

 

One notable aspect of NEWBEAT's debut is their unusual choice to debut with a full album.

 

Jeon Yeoyeojeong explained, "Our group consists of seven members, and we ended up gathering various songs that well represent the charm of these seven members, which unusually led us to debut with a full album."

 

Preparing a full album from the start was certainly not an easy task. However, NEWBEAT took this experience as a source of confidence.

 

Park Minseok reflected, "Recording 11 songs was not an easy task. It was even more challenging as I caught a cold, but that experience taught me how to better manage, and it gave me confidence that I can do even better next time."

 

The title track 'Flip the Coin' of the full album represents old school hip-hop sound mixed with NEWBEAT's unique breaking, delivering strong energy. NEWBEAT was filled with confidence and audacity.

 

Jo Yunhu stated, "Listening to this song, you can feel the charm and individuality of our members. 'Flip the Coin' not only represents the flipping of a coin but also embodies our rookie audacity to flip the world and the K-Pop scene."

 

NEWBEAT's confidence is largely due to their pre-debut experiences. They gained various stage experiences by busking in countries like the USA.

 

Kim Riwoo said, "Before debuting, we went busking in the USA and Mexico with local dancers. The videos are available on our official channel, and it would be great if you could check them out." Park Minseok added, "Busking in the USA allowed us to meet many local fans, which has been a huge support. We had time with fans yesterday, and it energized me for today as well. Please look forward to our future activities."

 

Jeon Yeoyeojeong emphasized, "Even before our debut, we had overseas performances and gained various experiences as backup dancers. We even went on a busking tour abroad, which shows our unique grit and audacity. We aim to show a cool image that is hard to believe for a rookie."

 

True to their confident and audacious nature, NEWBEAT is determined to go full throttle with their debut.

 

Park Minseok declared, "We plan to keep running non-stop this year. We hope to win newcomer awards and achieve first place on music broadcasts. We really won't stop, so we hope you look forward to it." Hong Minsung remarked, "Our debut show will be broadcasted on Mnet at 8 PM on the 24th, and we are also confirmed to participate in KCON Japan. Please keep an eye on our future activities."

 

'RAW AND RAD' is an album that embodies the audacity of boys who are not afraid of failure and continuously challenge themselves. It includes the pre-released tracks 'JeLLo (Powerful)(Jello (Powerful))' and 'HICCUPS,' along with the title track 'Flip the Coin,' 'Intro : RAW AND RAD (feat. Khundi Panda)(Prod. Maalib),' 'Sounds like Money,' 'You, Me +,-,' 'F.L.Y (Prod. Im Hyunsik),' 'Wonder (Solo. Jeon Yeoyeojeong),' 'We Are Young,' 'Outro : ZERO-SUM GAME (Prod. Maalib),' and 'Highs&Lows (Hi&Love),' making up a total of 11 tracks.

 

The title track 'Flip the Coin,' a 90s old school genre track, features various sampling sounds, groovy and powerful drums, and an addictive hook. It will be released at 6 PM on April 24.