SEVENTEEN drops album '17 Is Right Here'; 'Maestro' MV out
It's a red-letter day for CARATs as SEVENTEEN, the reigning kings of K-pop, dropped their newest album 17 Is Right Here. Launched on Monday, the boy band's newest offering features a music video for the lead single called Maestro. The 13-member group, led by S.Coups, is known for its self-produced music and balanced line distribution. Interestingly, the album arrives a month before their ninth debut anniversary.
'17 Is Right Here' features mix of new, old tracks
The album presents an eclectic mix of both their new and old tracks. It includes four fresh songs along with Korean versions of eight previously released Japanese lead singles. The album also features 20 lead singles from past Korean releases, as well as a digital-only instrumental version of the group's debut single Adore U. This mix showcases SEVENTEEN's musical versatility and evolution over the years.
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SEVENTEEN's 'Maestro' music video reveals a dystopian world
The music video for the lead single Maestro—unveiled alongside the album—takes viewers into a dark dystopian world where technology effortlessly creates music and art. The band members are divided into three units for this video: vocal, hip-hop, and performance. The vocals are exceptional, and the choreography exudes energy. Maestro, crafted under the leadership of member Woozi, stands as a testament to his prowess in composition and songwriting.
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Album highlights K-pop group's diverse talents through distinct songs
The album 17 Is Right Here emphasizes the diverse talents of SEVENTEEN's members through three distinct songs. LALALI showcases the hip-hop unit's confidence, while Spell expresses the performance unit's romantic sentiments. The song Cheers to Youth captures the vocal unit's appreciation for life's simple pleasures. Several members played significant roles in producing these tracks. According to Pledis Entertainment—the group's agency—the album had already received over 3M pre-orders as of April 19.
Group hinted at two new album releases during concert
SEVENTEEN's latest album was initially teased during their FOLLOW Again concert in Incheon on March 31. During the event, the group hinted at their plans to release two albums this year. This new album represents their third compilation musical creation, succeeding 17 Hits from 2016 and Always Yours from last year, which compiled the band's Japanese-language releases up to that time.
