Sandara Park, formerly of the legendary K-pop girl group 2NE1, is gearing up for her highly anticipated solo debut with the release of her self-titled EP. As part of her preparations, she unveiled a lyric teaser for one of the albumโs tracks, along with stunning concept photos that have captivated fans and showcased her timeless visuals.
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๐ก 2023.07.12 6PM (KST)#์ฐ๋ค๋ผ๋ฐ #SandaraPark#FESTIVAL#TMAP pic.twitter.com/PVulGAUliaโ ์ฐ๋ค๋ผ๋ฐ Sandara Park (@SANDARAxABYSS) July 8, 2023
The lyric teaser offers a sneak peek at one of the songs she recorded for the EP. When translated into English, the line she shared goes, โYour place, which still remains on beautiful Gangbyeonbuk-ro even today.โ These evocative words were presented alongside a blurred photo of the mesmerizing night view of Seoul.
Sandara‘s concept photos, shared on her social media accounts last July 4, further delighted fans. She shared three different sets.
In an MV teaser for the title track, released on her YouTube channel, Sandara can be seen holding a ticket to an amusement park that shares her nameโa scene that fits the overarching concept of her EP. You can check out the MV teaser below.
The title track, โFestival,โ is a cover of a 1995 hit by Uhm Jung Hwa, whom Sandara calls her role model. Sandara aspires to be a โlittle Uhm Jung Hwaโ in her own career.
โWhen Uhm Jung Hwa acts, people donโt think of her as a singer. On the flip side, itโs not awkward when she stands on the stage. Itโs to the point where you donโt even think of her image as an actor,โ she says. โI also want to transform whenever Iโm active in different fields.โ
The EP will have five tracks: โFestival,โ โPlay!,โ โDara Dara,โ โT Map,โ and โHappy Ending.โ Notable producers and songwriters helped the former 2NE1 member craft them all. She collaborated with GRAY, Heize, and Sunwoo Jung-a, further heightening fan expectations.
In addition to her EP, Sandara has lined up some solo gigs. One such gig is her performance at the Super Stage by K-POP in Manila, where sheโs set to join an all-female lineup of Kep1er, Lapillus, and MAMAMOO+. The concert will occur at the Mall of Asia Arena on August 11.
Sandara remains popular in the Philippines. Recently, she participated in SBS Medianet’s YouTube channel show, Idol Truck, alongside other K-pop stars. The show features teams going to different locations to sell K-products. As part of the Philippines team, Sandara expressed confidence in her influence in the country. As a testament to her lasting impact, she revealed that a drama inspired by her life was produced in the Philippines.
As Sandara gears up for her solo debut under ABYSS Company, the excitement among her fans is palpable. Her forthcoming EP showcases her artistry, and her concept photos highlight her timeless appeal. Those who have followed her since 2009 are waiting with bated breath for her new material.
(Featured Image: Sandara debuted a chic blonde hairdo in the concept photos for her upcoming EP. Source: Twitter/SANDARAxABYSS official Twitter account)
