NCTzens, buckle up as NCT127 invites you into a whole new world! On Thursday, September 28, SM Entertainment unveiled a trailer video for NCT127’s Fact Check comeback.
In the three-minute clip titled “Deities of Seoul,” the members turned into deities who defend the city of Seoul from mysterious forces. Styled in sleek black suits, the group looked alluring as they acted on their mission.
Moreover, the cinematic video narrated by Jaehyun delivered a fascinating message. As NCT127 piqued interest in the city Seoul, they decided to jump in to be part of people’s lives. “Just a bit of our powers is enough,” Jaehyun stated in the teaser.
‘서울의 신’으로 변신한 NCT 127, 정규 5집 단체 트레일러 공개 화제!
서울 배경의 독보적 스토리+화려한 스케일! 신곡 ‘Fact Check’ 기대감 최고조!
앨범 전곡 하이라이트 메들리 담긴 웹사이트도 오픈!https://t.co/lfvA2XLofk#NCT127 #FactCheck #不可思議#NCT127_FactCheck… pic.twitter.com/BNhInnJI8C— NCT 127 (@NCTsmtown_127) September 28, 2023
Amusingly, the trailer served as an extension of the members’ individual “Mystery in Seoul” series released two weeks prior. There, Taeyeong, Yuta, Johnny, Jungwoo, Jaehyun, Doyoung, Taeil, Haechan and Mark were seen living normal lives as they concealed their real identities.
The NCT 127: Deities of Seoul trailer is an extension of the individual 'Mystery in Seoul' trailers that were released prior to this. NCT 127, who had been hiding their identities and living in Seoul, gather in one place and reveal identity of 'God' pic.twitter.com/lYcQouQ5Yp
— 링 (@NCTDAOYlNG) September 28, 2023
In addition, the group also released individual photo teasers that followed the concept. Each member showed their unrivaled visuals at the Gyeongbokgung Palace, a symbolic place in Seoul.
“근본이 서울” NCT 127과 경복궁의 만남!
신곡 ‘Fact Check’ 뮤직비디오 티저 이미지 화제!
한국의 美+NCT 127의 강렬한 매력, 전 세계 팬들과 ‘Fact Check’!https://t.co/UtM8cx9bBO#NCT127 #FactCheck #不可思議#NCT127_FactCheck#NCT127_FactCheck_불가사의#FactCheck_불가사의_不可思議 pic.twitter.com/rEqCxe9aLm— NCT 127 (@NCTsmtown_127) September 29, 2023
NCTzens’ hype for 127
With the captivating and suspenseful “Deities of Seoul” trailer, the group’s fandom, NCTzens, were all praises for the group. Since their debut, NCT127 has been known for their futuristic concepts following the group’s meaning of “neo-cultural technology”.
“NCT 127 will give birth to another legendary album with an amazing set of songs,” a comment read. One fan also pointed out how the members showcased versatility, having tried a wide range of characters for their music videos.
NCT 127 will give birth to another legendary album with amazing set of songs ❤️🔥❤️🔥pic.twitter.com/IVCyoeEaBC
— ً (@nctymisfit) September 27, 2023
THIS CONCEPT IS EVERYTHING NCT127 ARE TAKING IT !!!pic.twitter.com/aEHlASU7ox
— voss (@vossmania) September 27, 2023
nct 127 went from businessmen to a mafia gang to a vampire clan and now they are supreme beings… DEITIES. pic.twitter.com/cUL3wMDuPK
— naya. (@ohahpotato) September 28, 2023
What to expect in NCT127’s ‘Fact Check’
Fact Check will be NCT127’s fifth full-length album. It will consist of a total of nine tracks including the title track of the same name. Additionally, the album will reportedly be a mashup of pop, hiphop, and R&B.
As part of the group’s promotions, the “2 Baddies” singers launched an interactive Invitation Website where fans can listen to a short preview medley.
In the invitation, the rest of the tracklist were revealed to be “Space,” “Parade,” “Angel Eyes,” “Yacht,” “Love is a beauty,” “Misty,” and “Real Life.” One song also caught the attention of fans for its unique French title “Je Ne Sais Quoi.”
[STAFF POST] The level of excitement has increased as the deities of Seoul have arrived. NCTzens! Don't forget to check the invitation and listen to the tracks at https://t.co/Ne7BhVrQXb! 💚
D-8 TO FACT CHECK #NCT127_DeitiesOfSeoul pic.twitter.com/WNBhAONkuw
— NCT 127 PHILIPPINES (@NCT127_PH) September 27, 2023
With Taeil currently on hiatus due to an injury, only the remaining eight members will participate in the much-anticipated comeback.
Fact Check will officially be out on October 6.
Featured image: NCT 127 releases concept photo for album ‘Fact Check.’ Credit: Twitter/NCT 127