YG Yang Hyun-seok, "Baby Monster's official debut date is April 1, and Charlie Puth will also participate in the song"

YG's new girl group Baby Monster has confirmed April 1 as its official debut date. Executive producer Yang Hyun-seok directly introduced the first mini album and promised active activities for the seven-member group for the global fans who have been waiting for them.

YG Entertainment posted ‘BABYMONS7ER | YG ANNOUNCEMENT (Track Introduction)’ was posted. This video contains an interview with general producer Yang Hyun-seok, who has been leading the project, two weeks before the release of Baby Monster's first mini-album at midnight on April 1.

The title song that has garnered the most anticipation is the second track, 'SHEESH'. If 'BATTER UP' had a bright, wholesome and healthy image, 'SHEESH' is a hip-hop genre with a dark concept. Manager Yang Hyun-seok expressed confidence, saying, "The chorus is powerful, so I think a lot of people will follow it. The choreography is very fun and addictive, so you can look forward to it."

'LIKE THAT', written directly by world-renowned pop star Charlie Puth for Baby Monster, is included in the third track. Previously, Ahyun covered 'Dangerously' and drew rave reviews from global fans, including Charlie Puth. Manager Yang said, "I and the members received a great gift from an artist we like. I think you will really enjoy it when you listen to it."

In addition, the first track 'MONSTERS (Intro)', which contains the ambition to expand worldwide, 'Stuck In The Middle (7 Ver.)' and 'BATTER UP (7 Ver.)', which became even more special as a complete group, debuted A good response is expected as it contains songs such as 'DREAM', which marked the finale of the reality show, and 'Stuck In The Middle (Remix)', which was reborn with a cheerful arrangement.

In particular, general producer Yang Hyun-seok confirmed this album as Baby Monster's official debut and excited fans by predicting various activities, including appearances on music broadcasts. He said, “We are thinking about various events and performances that will directly visit fans,” and added, “This is our first activity as a 7-member group. We ask you to support Baby Monster even louder.”

Meanwhile, at the end of the interview, the 'MONSTERS (Intro)' video was released. The composition that combines synth sounds with addictive beats creates an overwhelming feeling. Here, lyrics such as "There's a new kind of monster" and "Gonna be getting stronger With every step we take" were implemented with sensuous kinetic typography. As Baby Monster has revealed its bold aspirations ahead of its official start, attention is focused on what kind of music and performance Baby Monster will surprise music fans around the world with.

Choi Ji-ye, Ten Asia Reporter wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr