'Comeback' ALPHA DRIVE ONE: "Powerful Energy, Our Own Music" [On the Scene]

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Boy group ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALPHA DRIVE ONE, ALD1) shared their thoughts on the comeback directly.

ALPHA DRIVE ONE held a comeback showcase for their second mini-album at Blue Square WON Banking Hall in Hannam-dong, Seoul, at 2 p.m. on the 24th. Later that afternoon at 6 p.m., they will release the second mini-album 'UNBREAKABLE : BEAST' (Unbreakable: Boy BEAST) through major music platforms and begin their official comeback activities.

On this day, ALPHA DRIVE ONE stated, "It is an honor to make a comeback with such a wonderful album. Since the songs become even more charming when enjoyed alongside performances, we have prepared impressive choreography to bring you enjoyment. We will show you our further growth."

They continued, "This performance truly embodies powerful energy. The process of steadily building our own music is deeply meaningful. With a clear narrative structure like a story, listeners can fully immerse themselves in the song's storyline. We will strive to become singers we can be proud of."

ALPHA DRIVE ONE's second mini-album 'UNBREAKABLE : BEAST' captures the growing pains of youth wavering under prejudice and stigma. Young people defined by others' gazes before they can show their true selves face confusion amidst misunderstandings and biases. Following the enthusiastic response to the diverse promotional activities for the second mini-album that engaged fans, this album release marks the climax of the 'Immersive Series'.

The title track 'BORN DIRE' (Born Dire) from the second mini-album conveys a message of continuing to race forward without stopping even amidst chaotic control. By modernly reinterpreting the rough energy of British Rave and Punk, the raw texture created by rap, chants, and unfiltered vocals maximizes the song's tension. The unpredictable sound development, combined with intense performances, delivers a unique sense of immersion. This track encapsulates ALPHA DRIVE ONE's powerful identity through bold sounds that break existing frameworks and explosive energy.

Especially, having already garnered high expectations through the previously released music video teaser with its intense atmosphere and explosive performance, today's release of the title track 'BORN DIRE' aims to elevate immersion to its peak with a well-structured narrative arc and a 'cinematic performance' that feels like watching a movie.

ALPHA DRIVE ONE's second mini-album includes seven tracks in total: the title track 'BORN DIRE', along with 'Diamond Hour', 'One More Time', 'Talk to me', 'OMG!', 'Good Life', and 'WELCOME home'. The album captures the group's diverse musical colors and charm, ranging from powerful energy to delicate emotions.

Among the included tracks are 'Diamond Hour', a hip-hop R&B track that harmoniously blends classic sensibility with modern production by sampling Yuna Jeon's 'What Love Is'; 'One More Time', a minimalist hip-hop song expressing confidence based on sensory FX sounds and heavy bass; 'Talk to me', which depicts summer excitement and romance within a dreamy and delicate atmosphere; and 'OMG!' and 'Good Life' from the prologue single 'No School Tomorrow' released last May.

The final track 'WELCOME home' is a song performed during their first global fan concert tour 'STAR ROAD'. Members participated directly in writing the lyrics, expressing sincere emotions felt while running toward a shared dream, layered over a rhythmic breakbeat and gradually intensifying energy.

ALPHA DRIVE ONE debuted in January with their first mini-album 'EUPHORIA' (Euphoria), immediately achieving million-seller status. They secured top positions on major domestic and international music charts, won four awards at music shows for a successful debut, and received rookie and main awards at major domestic and international award ceremonies, totaling eight awards.

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