It’s a Brand-new Season for TWS– And They’re Prepared to ‘play hard’

” Someday, through a world trip, I desire TWS to reach another significant level of development. To do that, I wish to end up being a more self-directed individual.”

You were picked as Signboard‘s K-Pop Novice of the Month in January by Signboard Korea and Signboard U.S. What has altered over these 9 months?

We effectively covered our very first trip in Japan and attempted a hip-hop principle with the pre-release “Head Shoulders Knees Toes.” It was a significant stretch of time in numerous methods. Through those modifications, we ended up being better not just amongst ourselves however likewise with 42[our fandom] Personally, I likewise hung around considering how to make myself a better individual.

How do you specify “an important individual”?

Put simply, somebody who’s self-directed. To be that, I initially needed to understand who I am and what I really wish to do. As TWS’s Youngjae, I wish to be somebody who broadly makes a favorable effect on society and the general public through music.

” Head Shoulders Knees Toes” is a strong hip-hop track that varies from TWS’s previous image. What was your very first response on hearing it?

Due to the fact that the tune itself is so high-energy and various from our earlier image, we required time to change– myself consisted of. If we were going to make a modification, I didn’t desire that very first effort to fail. So we spoke more openly than ever about our issues– right to the difficult parts– to ensure both fans and the public would get it well.

Did anything alter in your singing technique?

Already, I concentrated on a tidy, beautiful feel– a tone individuals may refer to as “quite.” For “Head Shoulders Knees Toes,” I attempted to sing rougher. Considering that it was unknown, I took breaks when it didn’t work, then attempted once again– with the state of mind of “break the limitation.” Throughout tape-recording I kept asking, “Can I attempt it by doing this?” and tried to find locations to include a little my own color.

What about the title track “OVERDRIVE”?

The minute I heard it, I believed, “That’s our tune.” [Laughs] The tune seemed like home, so tape-recording was satisfying and unwinded. I might currently picture how we ‘d look performing it as TWS.

TWS’s music stimulates a brilliant blue for numerous listeners. What color was included this time?

Through B-sides, we have actually been attempting things beyond brilliant tracks– like “Comma,” “Double Take,” and “Oh Mymy: sevens.” Those efforts accumulated and led the way for a tune like “Head Shoulders Knees Toes.” With this album, I believe we included a somewhat darker tone to the color individuals connect with TWS.

You discuss team effort a lot. Anything you wish to state to the members?

We’re all still young– our maknae Kyungmin is 19, and I’m 21– so we have actually all worked actually tough given that at an early stage. Even if we in some cases lose out on things kids our age get to take pleasure in, I believe it’s remarkable how passionately everybody dedicates to what they like. I’m grateful that we’re constructing great memories together in the middle of those minimal days.

What response would make you happiest from listeners of this album?

” If it’s TWS, I’ll listen– no concerns.” That a person line would make me really pleased.

A singer you wish to team up with sooner or later?

Dean. He’s an artist in every sense– style, music, vocal. He interacts his own color throughout various fields in such a way that gets in touch with the general public. In numerous methods, I wish to gain from him.

You pointed out a songwriter’s aspiration, too. What are you providing for that regardless of your hectic schedule?

I have actually been taking piano lessons– stopped briefly in the meantime– due to the fact that I believe you must have the ability to manage a minimum of one instrument to make up. Finding out an instrument assists in numerous methods, so I’m attempting to keep at it purposefully.

You’re studying Japanese regularly. Your current Japan trip should’ve offered you possibilities to utilize it.

The more possibilities I get to utilize it, the less pleased I am– I simply wish to improve. [Laughs] Whenever we travel, I wish to keep knowing and end up being more proficient.

What’s your present objective for TWS in the worldwide music market?

A world trip. As we explored Japan, I recognized just how much you can gain from experiencing brand-new cultures in various nations. You grow through that procedure. Through a world trip, I desire us to take another huge leap.

You’re not scared of being tossed into brand-new environments, huh?

Nope. I’m not scared! [Laughs]