The Boyz Embark on Fourth World Tour with New Albums and Expanding Musical Horizons

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The Boyz have once again showcased their growth and transformation. This year, they expanded their musical spectrum by releasing two new albums, demonstrating both the depth of an eight-year-old group and their ever-evolving energy through genre-crossing experiments and active member participation.

The Boyz will kick off their fourth world tour with a performance in Seoul from the 8th to the 10th at the KSPO Dome in Songpa-gu. This comes about a year after completing their third world tour last September. The concert will feature performances of both their hit songs and new tracks. The Boyz have announced tour dates in eight Asian and six American locations, with more dates to be revealed gradually, expanding their tour's scale.

This year alone, The Boyz released two albums. In March, they unveiled their third full-length album 'Unexpected,' followed by their 10th mini-album 'a;effect' on the 1st. Both albums have been praised for maintaining the group's unique color while boldly expanding their genre range.

The latest album, released just four months after the previous one, consists of five tracks, each with a distinct vibe. Younghoon appeared on Daniel Choi's web show 'Choi Da Cheese' and commented on the new album, saying, "It's a big challenge as it's very different from The Boyz's previous image." The members were highly involved in the album's creation, with Sunwoo directing the recording of the title track and Eric working on the choreography for the fifth track 'AURA.'

The title track 'Stylish' is a hip-hop-based pop song with a catchy hook and distinctive sound. As an eight-year-old group, The Boyz showcased a stage filled with confidence and experience. Known for their strong performances, they delivered flawless choreography on music show stages.

While 'Stylish' exuded intense charm, 'AURA' radiated a refreshing vibe, perfect for the hot summer. Despite being a non-title track, it was given significant attention with a music video, live clips, and music show performances. This strategic move highlights a contrasting charm to the title track and targets the summer season.

The track 'Together, Shining, Clumsy but Beautiful' caught attention with its band sound, reflecting the current trend of band music gaining popularity. This was a new challenge for The Boyz. Although not a band group, unit members learned to play instruments to deliver a high-quality performance. Q expressed, "It's our first attempt, and everyone is eager to do well, so we're learning diligently," raising expectations.

Even in their eighth year, The Boyz continue to showcase new sides without settling. Their attempts to break genre boundaries, such as hip-hop and band music, and their proactive involvement in album production, are shaping the group's identity. Their bold moves, attuned to trends, not only excite fans now but also promise an exciting future.

By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr