NCT member Mark (affiliated with SME) is garnering attention with a pop star vibe perfectly integrated into his new song '1999'.
The performance video for the title track '1999' from Mark's first solo album, released on 9th on the NCT YouTube channel and other platforms, visually represents Mark's journey through sets symbolizing the four cities of Toronto, New York, Vancouver, and Seoul, which are the themes of the album, along with dynamically changing choreography and dramatic lighting, receiving a hot response.
Particularly, the new song '1999' is a lively pop genre piece with a grand orchestration, funky guitars, brass sessions, and diverse instrumental sounds. The performance centers around Mark, featuring dancers in a classic yet cheerful choreography, and Mark's unique pop star charisma effortlessly leads the stage.
Furthermore, Mark's subtle expressions and the dramatically changing formations, along with point choreography that intuitively expresses the '9' in '1999', provide an immersive experience, akin to watching a 'drama'.
Mark will appear on music shows starting with Mnet's 'M Countdown' today (10th), followed by KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' on 11th and MBC's 'Show! Music Core' on 12th, showcasing the stage for the title track '1999'. Additionally, 'M Countdown' and 'Show! Music Core' will also feature the stage for the track 'Too Much', raising expectations for high viewer interest.
Mark's first solo album 'The Firstfruit', released on 7th, reached No. 1 on domestic album and music charts, No. 1 on the digital album sales chart of China QQ Music, No. 1 on Japan's AWA real-time rising chart, and topped iTunes' top album charts in 17 regions worldwide, earning great love from music fans globally.
[Photo] Provided by SME.
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