'MZ wannabe icon' IVE (IVE: An Yujin·Gaeul·Ray·Jang Wonyoung·Liz·Leeseo) has opened the title of the pre-release track from their second full-length album and begun the official countdown.
IVE posted the "SPOILER CONCEPT FILM" for their second full-length album "REVIVE+ (Revive Plus)" on their official social media channels on the 26th. The video organically linked the mood of the previously released spoiler photos and heightened curiosity about the pre-release track "BANG BANG."
The released video immediately captured attention with high-sensitivity visuals like a stylish fashion film. Beginning with rhythmic sound and scenes showing the busy waiting room and various spots on the shoot, the video added excitement with an atmosphere that seemed to spoil IVE's new second full-length album "Revive Plus" itself.
Amid cuts of director's chairs, photo shoot sets and countless flashes, IVE exuded a relaxed yet professional aura. In particular, the video dramatically reversed the mood when the previously veiled pre-release track title "BANG BANG" appeared boldly against a vivid blue background.
At the end of the video, IVE stood side by side in front of the microphone amid a shower of flashes, creating a tense silence. Beyond the dazzling visuals, IVE's forward gaze and silhouettes, as if foreshadowing some declaration, raised expectations to the peak for their distinctive identity and new musical direction to be shown through this second full-length album.
Through this video, IVE, which unveiled the title of the pre-release track "BANG BANG," has established itself as the undisputed "MZ wannabe icon" by presenting trendy, diverse concepts and an assertive message with each album. True to a group that leads trends across music, fashion and beauty, this spoiler content is also drawing attention with a polished sensibility like a fashion film. With the pre-release track "BANG BANG" opening the door, global fans' attention is focused on the musical narrative IVE will newly write through their second full-length album.
Meanwhile, ahead of the release of the second full-length album "REVIVE+" scheduled for Feb. 23, IVE is expected to meet fans first with the pre-release track "BANG BANG" at 6 p.m. KST on Feb. 9.
[Photo] 'IVE' official YouTube screen capture
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