TOMORROW X TOGETHER, popularly known as TXT, is gearing up for a sensational comeback. Their recently unveiled concept photos have ignited fan speculations and theories about the themes of their upcoming album, The Name Chapter: FREEFALL.
The Name Chapter: FREEFALL Concept Clip ‘REALITY’
The REALITY photos showcase a more somber and intense side of the band. Members are wearing black, often standing in the rain. Umbrellas feature prominently, sometimes shielding the members, while at other times, they gaze pensively at the camera, letting the raindrops fall upon them. Soobin stands out with a lip ring, enhancing the gothic ambiance. One of his photos says, “Stand tall, walk tall.” Yeonjun is captured dancing in the rain, donning a black blazer and dungarees. Each member’s concept photos include a daytime shot, a nighttime image under tungsten lighting, a close-up, and a black-and-white photo.
The Name Chapter: FREEFALL Concept Clip ‘MELANCHOLY’
TXT got a new pet for this album
Next, TXT dropped a second set of concept photos titled MELANCHOLY. These images highlight the band’s distinctive visual style and charisma. The photos exude an intriguing ambiance in a warehouse filled with instruments and an outdoor scene adorned with ferns and flowers. Notably, some images feature the members posing with a dog, leading fans to speculate about the album’s musical direction. One fan theorized a connection between the dog and the time “5:53,” referencing their single “Blue Hour.”
The inclusion of the dog in the concept photos has sparked fervent discussions among fans. One fan commented, “Why do I think there’s a reason they used a wolfdog, not just a dog? ‘5:53’ is the hour between ‘dog and wolf.’ There’s a French expression, “L’heure entre chien et loup.” It refers to an indistinguishable time ‘between a dog and a wolf,’ and it is neither day nor night. There are so many references here. I did some research, and a wolfdog looks different from a husky.”
Another fan added, “Entre chien et loup”? L’heure bleue literally means ‘blue hour.’ It’s 5:53 all over again.” The number 5:53 holds significance as it refers to TXT’s single “Blue Hour.” The song’s Korean title, “5시 53분의 하늘에서 발견한 너와 나,” refers to 5:53 PM, which is the golden hour in Seoul during October.
The Name Chapter: FREEFALL Concept Clip ‘CLARITY’
A more serene and hopeful vibe
The CLARITY concept photos present a more serene and hopeful vibe. The members are seen enjoying each other’s company against a stunning orange sky. These visuals, when compared to the darker tones of MELANCHOLY and REALITY, are different in a refreshing way. The members are captured on a rooftop, looking up at the sky, reminiscent of their previous group pictures from The Dream Chapter: ETERNITY era. The outfits, especially the plaid print, were appreciated by fans, with many pointing out their resemblance to their Lollapalooza stage costumes.
TXT‘s latest concept visuals successfully ignited fans’ curiosity and speculations, setting the stage for what promises to be a memorable comeback. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: TXT’s fans can hardly wait for the album, especially after all these intriguing teasers! Source: X/@BIGHIT_MUSIC.