On May 20th at 6 p.m. KST, K-pop boy group TO1 (formerly known as TOO) begun their second act with the release of their first mini-album, RE:BORN.
The title track, “Son Of Beast,” is a pop dance song with R&B-flavored bass and groove as well as an undeniable hip-hop rhythm. It was composed by producers Christian Fast, Andreas Öhrn, and Royal Dive.
The lyrics are infused with TO1’s own story of never backing down from challenges and were co-written by makeumineworks‘ Kim Eungju, Bae Sunghyun, and 2mm. TO1 members Chihoon and J.You also contributed to the song’s lyrics.
Their sharp and powerful dancing in the music video showcases their strong performance skills as previously seen on programs “World Klass” (the survival show that created them) and, more recently, “Road To Kingdom.”
RE:BORN is an eight-track mini-album with songs that span various genres and highlights the group’s new chapter with growth and an upgraded image. Member Chan, along with Chihoon and J.You, participated in penning lyrics for almost every song on the record. Additionally, an English version of “Son Of Beast” and the TO1 version of TOO’s debut album B-side “Don’t Fear Now” are included on the album.
TO1 (meaning “TOgether as One”) changed their name in March this year due to management disputes between companies CJ ENM and n.CH Entertainment. After matters were settled, the team rebranded as TO1 and are now under a new music label from CJ ENM known as Wake One Entertainment.
Check out the “Son Of Beast” MV below!
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Justin is a K-pop fan from Australia who is passionate about shining a light on underrated and lesser known groups and artists. A lover of all types of music, devoted television drama and soap opera fan, and occasional video game nerd.
MEDIA: Wake One Entertainment