[SOLD OUT] (초록색) 기현 (KIHYUN) - YOUTH (1ST 미니앨범)

KIHYUN The 1st Mini Album [YOUTH]

MONSTA X's Kihyun embarks on his second journey alone. The destination he chose is his purest childhood. It is a world that existed for everyone, that cannot be revisited, and thus, one he wishes to meet again someday. Starting from his own autobiographical stories that Kihyun wants to tell himself, the new album 'YOUTH' depicts his happiness, excitement, and determination to start anew, oscillating between imagination and reality.

The feeling of his first mini-album 'YOUTH' might be somewhat unfamiliar when recalling MONSTA X's main vocalist Kihyun. Based on alternative rock and pop sounds, his vocal control, managing various emotions, has created his own wonderful musical world. It's a story of childhood viewed from the present moment after seven intense years, a story of imaginary reality, and a story of reality-like imagination. The detailed emotional expressions captured in the process are impressive. It is an album where Kihyun faithfully plays the role of an observer and storyteller, asking and answering questions for himself.

Among them, the title track 'Youth' vividly conveys the emotions Kihyun felt in his childhood. It's an alternative rock track where the current Kihyun tells his childhood self about the emotions of that time and his current determination, with his refreshing vocals being impressive. You can also feel the depth of Kihyun's emotions as he honestly expresses the feelings experienced during the journey to reach his destination, and the process of imagination becoming reality. This song, which coexists with the skills accumulated over his seven years of debut and his newness as a solo artist, will offer listeners a new experience and empathy.

Through five songs, Kihyun fully demonstrates his capabilities as a vocalist who crosses various genres. Not only his vocal skills like rich volume and singing ability, but also his delicate vocal management by controlling emotions for each song are outstanding. 'Bad Liar,' presented by MONSTA X's Hyungwon, who also works as a DJ, features Kihyun's powerful vocals and dramatic atmosphere, while 'STARDUST' showcases the charm of his emotional and lively vocals without reservation. Furthermore, in 'Where Is This Love,' you can feel his delicate vocals harmonized with piano sounds, and in 'Cause of You,' you can experience his refreshing charm as vibrant as the cheerful sound. The album's strength lies in projecting Kihyun's confidence, alongside contributions from artists like Ryan Jhun, Kim Ina, Hyungwon, and BrotherSu.

Kihyun has returned with songs of emotion that will not fade even after a long time. While dealing with his personal history of running for seven years, these songs resonate with everyone's emotions, honestly addressing the questions anyone goes through while living as a musician. It is also a record of the past and present, where he bravely faced challenges. These are the songs of the current Kihyun, which can only be told now.