Tomorrow X Together (TXT) has successfully completed their first comeback showcase following their contract renewal.
The group, consisting of members Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Hueningkai, held a showcase for their 8th mini-album '7TH YEAR: When the Wind Stops in the Thorns' on October 13 at Korea University's Hwajeong Gymnasium. This event marked their first group album release since renewing their contract with Big Hit Music, making it a particularly meaningful occasion.
The 80-minute event was attended by over 3,000 fans selected through a pre-draw. The showcase was also broadcast live on the global fan platform Weverse and HYBE Labels' official YouTube channel, allowing fans from approximately 188 countries and regions, including the U.S., Japan, and China, to enjoy the event via Weverse Live.
TXT opened the showcase with their new title track 'Stick With You,' captivating the audience with its addictive and powerful chorus. The group's overwhelming performance heightened the song's emotional intensity, instantly elevating the atmosphere.
During the talk segment, the members shared insights into the album's production process, discussing pre-promotion activities and concept photos. They also revealed behind-the-scenes stories from the music video shoot for the title track, which features actress Jeon Jong-seo. The members humorously reenacted scenes from the video, showcasing their chemistry as an 8-year-old group.
The group also performed a medley of love songs with a fresh arrangement, including 'Higher Than Heaven,' 'Over The Moon,' '0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. Seori,' 'The Killa (I Belong to You),' 'Back for More,' and 'Stick With You,' further energizing the audience.
They continued with the mini-album track 'So What,' a candid and witty reflection on their anxieties and concerns about the future as a team. The encore included performances of 'Miracle,' 'I'll See You There Tomorrow,' 'Exchange Diary,' and 'Blue Spring,' transforming the showcase into a solo concert with their live performances leaving a strong impression.
TXT expressed their enthusiasm, stating, "It feels like we're starting fresh after the contract renewal. We're working hard, and we're happy to begin this journey with you. As always, we'll do our best. It's now the era of Tomorrow X Together."
TXT will perform 'Stick With You' on Mnet's 'M Countdown' on October 16, KBS2's 'Music Bank' on October 17, and SBS's 'Inkigayo' on October 18. They will also showcase their unique charm on YouTube content such as 'PIXID,' 'UV Recording Studio,' 'Idol Human Theater,' 'Hal Myungsoo,' 'Jjanhyung Shin Dong-yup,' and 'Isul Live.' Radio appearances are scheduled on KBS Cool FM's 'Lee Eunji's Music Plaza' and MBC FM4U's 'Kim Eana's Starry Night,' along with appearances on KBS2's 'Boss in the Mirror' and Wavve's 'TXT's Parenting Diary.'
The 8th mini-album '7TH YEAR: When the Wind Stops in the Thorns' candidly captures the thoughts and emotions the five members have experienced over their seven-year career. It includes six tracks: 'Stick With You,' 'Bed of Thorns,' 'Take Me to Nirvana (feat. 万妮达Vinida Weng),' 'So What,' '21st Century Romance,' and 'Next of Next.'
By Ji-won Kim, Ten Asia Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr