LUN8 Embraces a Darker Image with New Single 'LOST'

"In the group, Takuma and I are responsible for embodying 'darkness.' For this transformation, we took the lead in teaching the other members. A dark expression? Just lower your head, raise your eyes, and give off a rebellious vibe," said LUN8's Chael with a playful grin, turning the media showcase into a sea of laughter. This was during the media showcase for their second single album 'LOST' held at Yes24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, on the morning of the 17th.

Yuma, a new addition to the group from MBC's audition program 'Fantasy Boys,' shared his thoughts on debuting with LUN8. "After a long preparation, I'm finally on stage, and I want to greet everyone with a good impression," he said. "Starting with this activity, I aim to show a more mature side," he added confidently.

When asked about team dynamics, Junwoo replied, "We communicated a lot among ourselves and are still in the process of getting closer." Yuma added, "I received help in various areas beyond just singing and dancing, and I'm grateful for that."

The title track 'Lost,' which shares its name with the album, features the work of composer Stephen Puth, brother of pop star Charlie Puth. Ian expressed, "Receiving a song from Stephen Puth was a huge honor. The whistle sound at the center of the track allows us to showcase a different side of us. The addictive melody is pleasing to the ears, and it boosted our confidence. We consider it a grateful opportunity," he said with a smile. Junwoo added, "Upon hearing the title track, we felt confident we could deliver it well. We are thankful to the company for this opportunity."

Regarding their first activity as a six-member group, Jinsu stated, "We originally performed as an eight-member group, which allowed us to showcase a lot during performances. With six members, we felt the need to fill the gap with our skills, which accelerated our growth. We enjoyed preparing without feeling burdened."

On transitioning from a bright and clean image to a darker concept, Chael joked, "I grew my hair for this concept. I already have a somewhat dark appearance," he said playfully. "I practiced expressions a lot. Takuma and I are quite adept at the dark concept, so we taught the other members," he added, striking a 'dark' expression that elicited laughter.

Chael also shared, "We grew significantly during our European tour. It was a time to think about how to communicate well with fans in foreign languages." Jinsu added, "I found a lot of joy in expressing something new this time. I want to convey emotions well to our fans so they can feel a lot."

Regarding LUN8's reputation for fan love and reciprocation, Jinsu said, "We don't 'show' fan love; it's genuinely within us, and we feel the need to give it back. We plan to feed and love our fans to the point they feel overwhelmed," he joked.

LUN8 returns with their second single album 'LOST' approximately seven months after their last release. The single includes three tracks: the title track 'Lost,' 'Bad Girl,' and 'Nauty.' The title track 'Lost' centers around a dreamy atmosphere, telling the story of LUN8 being engulfed by the light of 'you.'

LUN8's second single album 'LOST' will be released on various music platforms at 6 PM on the 17th.

Reported by Min-Kyung Lee, Ten Asia