K-Pop Legend Shin Seung-hun Dismisses Retirement Rumors, Announces New Album

K-pop icon Shin Seung-hun has sparked curiosity with his recent comments about 'giving up' on retirement.

On the afternoon of the 22nd, Shin Seung-hun held a press conference at the Novotel Ambassador in Gangnam, Seoul, to celebrate the release of his 12th studio album, 'SINCERELY MELODIES.'

During the event, Shin humorously remarked, "I can't retire. I've given up. As soon as I heard my senior, Lee Moon-se, say 'I hope Cho Yong-pil doesn't have a retirement concert,' I knew retirement wasn't in the cards for me." He continued, "I've always said, 'I won't be a Shin Seung-hun that rusts away, but one that wears out.' However, I don't think I'll wear out anytime soon. If I remain, I want to make a beautiful descent, like a crane with long wings, gracefully landing. I will continue making music."

Shin Seung-hun's 12th studio album, 'SINCERELY MELODIES,' marks his first full-length release in a decade. The album features 11 tracks, all produced and composed by Shin himself. The title tracks are 'Gravity of You' and 'TRULY.' 'Gravity of You' explores the emotions that follow the beginning and end of love, centered around acoustic and electric guitar melodies. 'TRULY' is a heartfelt song about realizing the true essence of love over time.

Shin Seung-hun's 12th studio album, 'SINCERELY MELODIES,' will be available on various music streaming platforms starting at 6 PM on the 23rd.

Reported by Min-kyung Lee, Ten Asia 2min_ror@tenasia.co.kr