The band Dragon Pony delivers a new punch to the band scene.
Dragon Pony revealed all tracks from their second EP 'Not Out' and the music video for the title track 'Not Out' on various music streaming sites at 6 p.m. on the 19th.
Debuting in September last year and boasting exceptional musicality and stage presence, Dragon Pony has positioned itself as a hot rookie in the band scene, announcing their return with a new album that deepens their unique identity after about six months.
Dragon Pony's new release 'Not Out' is derived from a baseball term, meaning that a batter can still run as a base runner under certain conditions without being out, even in a strike situation.
Each member's autobiographical narratives are embedded, reflecting their current state as they go through a period of anxious youth candidly. With the team's catchphrase 'the hot music of imperfect boys,' Dragon Pony will re-examine the value of imperfection and convey the shining energy within it to the world.
This album also features all members as main producers, personally handling the lyrics, composition, and arrangement of all tracks, adding authenticity.
The title track 'Not Out' expresses the endless challenges faced by modern youth in pursuit of their dreams, using baseball terminology as a metaphor. With the motto 'It's not over yet!', the song carries a message of hope and passion, asserting that even in the uncertain and bleak reality akin to a long tunnel, one can achieve their dreams with steadfast determination.
The song is characterized by a fluid arrangement that maximizes the emotional immersion of the lyrics by placing and dismantling instruments appropriately, allowing listeners to feel both the lyrical ambiance and the intense musical energy. CEO Yoo Hee-yeol of Antenna contributed to the lyrics, enhancing the completeness.
“I want to do well / I said I would / But nothing seems to go my way / Baby, please don't cry tonight / We're just getting started / We're not crazy, it's not enough / Now we must go crazier”
The music video released alongside shows Dragon Pony perfectly immersed in their band performance. The energetic band sound unfolds like a dash toward dreams, providing a thrill to viewers. It fully captures the passion of the four members who never give up even amid failure and despair.
In this way, Dragon Pony clearly reveals their color and music through their second album, announcing the official start of their journey as a band. Expectations are high for what kind of music the newly advanced Dragon Pony will use to captivate listeners.
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