The renowned K-pop boy group NCT, hailing from SM Entertainment, is set to dazzle fans with their fourth album as a full 20-member group, titled Golden Age. This album promises a fresh lineup and a broad spectrum of genres, ensuring that listeners are in for a treat. At a recent press conference in Seoul, South Korea, the group played some of the songs on the album for a select few.
‘케미 맛집’ NCT, 정규 4집에 담은 믿고 듣는 음악 X 조합!
몽환적인 ‘Interlude: Oasis’, 강렬한 ‘The BAT’, 자유로운 ‘Kangaroo’ 수록!
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What’s on “Golden Age”?
One of the previewed tracks, “Interlude: Oasis,” is a medium-tempo R&B song that stands out with its dreamy sound. The track conveys a message of moving towards a golden future together. This song features the talents of members Chenle, Jaehyun, Jaemin, Winwin, and Yuta.
Another track, “The BAT,” is a hyper-pop genre song that sees members Hendery, Jeno, Jisung, Johnny, Jungwoo, Taeil, and Yuta come together. This song draws a parallel between the image of a black car racing through the night and Batman’s Batmobile. This song is intensified by its powerful chants and rapid-fire rapping, emphasizing its vigor.
Furthermore, the song “Kangaroo” offers a rhythmic blend of guitar and piano sounds, delivering a refreshing yet laid-back vibe. This mid-tempo pop track, featuring the harmonies of Chenle, Jisung, Kun, Renjun, Taeil, and Yangyang, likens living every day with freedom and happiness to the nature of a kangaroo. Its witty lyrics are sure to capture listeners’ attention.
NCT 2023 CONNECTION Trailer
【Golden Age – The 4th Album】
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— NCT (@NCTsmtown) August 11, 2023
NCT dropped teasers too
Adding to the anticipation, teasers released on NCT‘s official SNS account at midnight on the 14th garnered significant attention. These teasers showcase the unique visuals and charms of members like Taeyong, exuding the chic emotional ambiance of New York; Yuta, embodying the free spirit of LA; Kun, radiating warmth reminiscent of the Mongolian plains; and Jeno, soaking up the romantic air of Paris. The response from fans has been overwhelmingly positive.
NCT‘s Golden Age is scheduled for release on various music platforms at 6:00 PM on the 28th. On the same day, fans can also look forward to its physical album release. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: SM Entertainment shared teaser photos featuring Renjun, whose vocals are on the track “Kangaroo.” Source: Twitter/@NCTsmtown.