On August 29, Sports Chosun stirred excitement among K-pop enthusiasts with the announcement that TOMORROW X TOGETHER, commonly known as TXT, is preparing to release new material on October 13. The media outlet said that the quintet is gearing up for their comeback promotions and putting the finishing touches on The Name Chapter: FREEFALL. In response to fans’ anticipation, their company BIGHIT MUSIC initially stated, “The comeback schedule will be officially announced later.”
[Notice] TOMORROW X TOGETHER 'The Name Chapter: FREEFALL' 발매 안내 (+ENG/JPN/CHN)https://t.co/51JRaDRfmx#투모로우바이투게더 #TOMORROW_X_TOGETHER #TXT #TheNameChapter #FREEFALL
— TXT OFFICIAL (@TXT_bighit) August 29, 2023
As promised, later in the day the agency put out a teaser for The Name Chapter: FREEFALL on August 30 KST. This album is the group’s third regular release. They will release it on October 13, 2023, and pre-orders will start on August 30.
TXT (투모로우바이투게더) The Name Chapter: FREEFALL
Amidst the buzz, TXT members Soobin and Hueningkai couldn’t resist sharing a few tidbits about the album. Leader Soobin, trying to contain his excitement, shared, “Our new song? OK, I’ll tell you this much. I almost have a really big spoiler. But I’ll tell you this, there are multiple songs, and we’re currently recording them. And there’s this b-side track which is my new favorite song.” Hueningkai, with his characteristic cute tone, added, “There are a lot of good songs on this album. We’ve been constantly listening to the final versions after receiving them.”
Pre-ordering ‘The Name Chapter: FREEFALL’
BIGHIT MUSIC has also provided details on how fans can pre-order the album. Starting from 11:00 AM KST on August 30 to 11:59 PM KST on October 12, the album can be pre-ordered from various stores. Some of those stores are Aladin, Ktown4u, Music Korea, Sponge Music, and Weverse Shop. It will be available in three versions: REALITY, MELANCHOLY, and CLARITY. Each version comes with a unique package box. It contains a Bluespring card, lyrics poster, sticker pack, and more.
MOAs We are SO excited to show our upcoming 3rd Studio Album, 'The Name Chapter: FREEFALL'
Now Available for pre-order at https://t.co/2eM6kNsEau 🖤💙🤍
Check out the exclusives you can grab along 💿#투모로우바이투게더 #TOMORROW_X_TOGETHER #TXT #TheNameChapter #FREEFALL— TXT OFFICIAL (@TXT_bighit) August 30, 2023
The Name Chapter: FREEFALL follows TXT‘s collab with the Jonas Brothers, “Do It Like That.” It also marks their first release since January’s The Name Chapter: TEMPTATION.
Anticipation is soaring
The excitement is palpable among MOAs (TXT‘s fans), who have made #TXT_IS_COMING_BACK a trending topic. In addition to this news, TXT has been nominated for two awards at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, which will be held on September 12 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Further showcasing their global appeal, TXT recently wrapped up their second world tour, ACT: SWEET MIRAGE, at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER rec. #TXTrec
@ TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR <ACT : SWEET MIRAGE> IN ASIA
(https://t.co/0C6KjdEjq1)#투모로우바이투게더#TOMORROW_X_TOGETHER #TXT#ACT_SWEET_MIRAGE #TXT_ASM_TOUR pic.twitter.com/iY9tVWavod— TXT OFFICIAL (@TXT_bighit) August 29, 2023
With members dropping hints and the promise of returning with better performances and hot new tracks, the anticipation for The Name Chapter: FREEFALL is soaring. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: MOAs can hardly wait to dive into TXT’s new era. Source: Twitter/@txtarchivee.