Melomance's Kim Min-seok completes this summer's musical narrative with a new song that captures the pains and thrills of youth.
Kim Min-seok today (21) at 6 p.m. will release a new digital single
The new record includes a total of three tracks: the title track "Youth Diary!", as well as "Overface" and "Walk." It depicts various moments youth faces by adding honest lyrics to sounds that capture the freshness of nature and an analog sensibility.
In particular, Kim Min-seok's sincerity, aimed at delivering warm strength to listeners by borrowing the names of the seasons, is infused throughout the album. His more mature vocals and delicate emotional expression combine to more clearly show Kim Min-seok's unique musical color.
Previously, Kim Min-seok established himself as a leading streaming artist by producing numerous hits such as "Gift," "Drunken Confession," and "I Think I'm in Love" through Melomance and his solo activities. He has also solidified his position as an all-around artist crossing genres by tackling major musical stages from high-profile OSTs to productions like "Death Note" and "Hadestown."
#A message that captures the pains and thrills of youth…an honest narrative conveyed through lyrics
Kim Min-seok directly participated in writing the lyrics for the title track "Youth Diary!" and the track "Overface," embedding his honest stories into the music.
"Youth Diary!" is a song that carries the message that the pain, joy and excitement of moments when one desperately wished for something and did their best ultimately become the strength to live. It offers calm consolation and encouragement to those passing through a youth made more meaningful by its imperfect completion.
"Overface" contains the experience of confirming one's existence through choices that may seem reckless and encouragement for those who fully enjoy their one and only life. Kim Min-seok's distinctive tone adds to the deep lyrics and emotional sound, leaving a strong impression.
Singer-songwriter Gureum raised the song's completeness by taking charge of composition, lyrics, arrangement and even instrumental performance.
#The fruit of the "Summer House" project, from close communication to a visual youth narrative
The "Summer House" project increased its completeness by connecting various visual elements into a single story.
If "Summer House: Part 1 (上)" showcased an emotional atmosphere, this "Summer House: Part 2 (下)" harmoniously captures freshness and analog sound to complete the narrative of a season.
Earlier, Kim Min-seok shared everyday moments with fans through a friendly 'guy-next-door' concept announcement channel promotion, maintaining close communication. He also released three lyric posters that harmoniously captured verdant scenery and lyrics, offering an atmosphere like a youth film.
He also released a music video teaser that captures a free journey against an open natural backdrop, infusing Kim Min-seok's color across the music and visuals.
#Resonance conveyed through "Walk" with cherished people and concert plans
On the final track "Walk," Kim Min-seok's delicate emotional expressiveness stands out.
"Walk," which captures the desire to hold onto quickly passing precious moments and the emotion of wanting to cherish them even more because they are not eternal, offers a cozy yet deeply resonant musical aftertaste. Musician Jeon Jin-hee participated in the lyrics, composition and arrangement to richly complete the song's sensibility.
Having recorded a page of youth through the music release, Kim Min-seok will meet fans directly through offline stages.
Kim Min-seok will connect with fans through the "2026 Kim Min-seok small theater concert 'Seongharok: Between summers'" held at Seoul XSCALA from the 28th to the 30th. He plans to present a warmer stage up close, showcasing the musical spectrum he has built and his solid live skills.
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