On January 11, BXB made an exciting return with their new single album “Chapter 2. Wings.” The group also shared a music video for “Airplane,” which showed the members planning a great voyage and dreaming big!
BXB is a boy group from the agency Wolfburn, who made their debut in January 2023. The name BXB is short for “Boy By Brush,” representing a drawing of youth through music that reflects the experiences of young people everywhere. Members Jihun, Hyunwoo, Siwoo, and Hamin are excited to show their fans a successful 2024, and it all begins with “Chapter 2. Wings.”
I had the chance to attend a virtual press conference to hear the members discuss the process of preparing their latest single, working together as a team, and their goals for the year.
Note: Some parts of the Q&A were edited for clarity.
The pre-release track “Black Cat Nero” shows a very cool and more mature side of the group. What new musical directions do you want to try next?
Hamin: I think BXB showed a lot with this album. Up until the second album, Wings, we’ve shown a lot of different sides of ourselves. Since we are a four-member group with two rappers and two vocalists, I think it would be nice to show our fans more of the hip-hop genre where our rappers can be active in the next full album.
Tell us a little bit more about the meaning behind “Airplane.”
Hamin: The title song “Airplane” is a pop genre song mixed with gospel genre. It’s a gospel scene, a bit like a church or something like that. Also, the sound is, first of all, the sound of actual instruments, not digital, which can be seen as a special point. And in the story itself, it is a song that contains the message of escaping the boring daily life like a carousel, spreading both wings wide and flying like an airplane.
What was your favorite part of filming the “Airplane” music video?
Hyunwoo: The best part was that the “Airplane” music video captures the preparation process before we go on a trip. But more than that, the four of us filmed the video together, and it’s just really exciting when you feel like you’re going on a trip. That’s how I felt. I think that was the most enjoyable part. I was really happy at that airport, I felt like I had to go on a real trip. It was so much fun that I honestly felt a little unfortunate [that I didn’t actually travel].
Were there any memorable moments in the making of this upcoming album that you would like to share?
Hyunwoo: As for memorable moments, the most memorable moment for me is when we filmed the music video. When we filmed the music video, we filmed on a public bus and at the airport in a public place. It was really amazing because I felt like I had an experience that I wouldn’t normally experience. I think that’s what I remember the most because it was a special experience.
Besides the fact that the comeback features three tracks with different vibes each, what else can you tell us about your EP? What makes this album special?
Jihun: I guess the theme has always been youth. I think this album is special because it includes remake songs with a slightly different style from the youth theme. I think it’s a little more unique because other remake songs with youth themes have been added so far.
What are you hoping that your fans will take away from this new album?
Siwoo: I hope that through this album, you will be able to shake off the heavy burdens you feel and rest comfortably when you listen to our songs. It’s like sleeping on an airplane.
How do you feel that this album fits into your journey as a group?
Hamin: As I mentioned before, BXB has shown a lot of different sides since our debut. This journey-like album is a concept where the double title songs complement each other. We are using these various sides as a foundation. And more and more I want to become a proud singer of BXB who can grow and meet everyone’s expectations.
What was the hardest part of preparing for this comeback?
Siwoo: I think the most difficult part now is the dance performances. We are now in a place where public performances are frequent, and those are the most powerful dances we’ve performed since we became BXB. It’s been a while since we’ve danced to the powerful choreography that we performed in the song “Black Cat Nero”. Also, we have participated in the creation of both “Airplane” and “Black Cat Nero”, so it was a bit difficult to create the choreography points for both of them.
How do you feel each of you have grown individually and together as a group this past year?
Hyunwoo: We were very thankful that we grew a lot together during our first year of work through a lot of stage experiences, shows, and album promotions. If I were to say something about the team, because of the many team activities over the past year, the bond and teamwork with the members has improved greatly, and because I have had a lot of stage experience, my appearance on camera and on stage has become more natural and cool. I think it can keep growing.
What are the most fulfilling parts of working together as a team?
Siwoo: I think the most fulfilling part of being a team member is that now that we are living in a dorm, we always say that we are a team in name only. In reality, we are family. I always say this, that I feel stronger when I’m with them, and the members are just as reliable. I think that’s the most satisfying part for me.
What are some of your biggest goals for 2024, individually and as a team?
Hyunwoo: Starting with our goals as a team. In terms of the team, we really hope to have a world tour and perform in North America in the second half of this year. I think my biggest goal this time is to succeed in our promotions. As for my personal goals, I participated in the choreography for Airplane this time, and in the next album I’ll participate more actively in the b-side songs and the title, so that I can do a stage where a lot of my choreography is involved. This is my personal goal.
Do you have any messages that you would like to leave for your fans?
Hamin: Yes, first of all, to our fans who like us. As soon as the new year dawns, I feel very honored and proud, and hope we’ll be able to share good news about BXB. In this new year, I hope we spend a bright and hopeful 2024 together with BXB stages and songs.
Please listen to “Chapter 2. Wings” below on Spotify, and keep up with BXB on their SNS!
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