[NEWS] 4minute catches attention with ghostly teaser

After releasing two image teasers, Korean girl group 4minute released their video teaser for "VOLUME UP" today on YouTube.

The teaser is set in the medieval era and the girls are seen emitting ghostly yet sexy auras. The teaser begins with Hyunah's footsteps echoing throughout a European castle, with the other members making their appearance one by one. The monochrome filmography accompanied by the saxophone gives the teaser a mysterious and alluring feeling. The teaser ends abruptly with Hyunah's piercing red glare, leaving viewers wanting more. With the release of the teaser, the members have declared their return and anticipation is rising yet again.

4nias, what do you think about this teaser?

Source: Korea Star Daily & kpopn

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[NEWS] 4minute's photo with THE KOXX revealed

The involvement of indie band THE KOXX in the production of 4minute's new mini album has attracted attention.

The song that THE KOXX produced for 4minute is titled "DREAM RACER", a song full of ambition and optimism. The song perfectly combines THE KOXX's characteristic sound: a grand beat and strong electric synthesizers. Girl group 4minute and international band THE KOXX have both taken time out of their busy schedules to partake in discussions about the style and message of the song. Through their collaboration with THE KOXX, 4minute has made a brave attempt to reinnovate their sound and create a unique style.

Recently, THE KOXX has been under the spotlight due to their enthusiastic participation in many international functions, such as the major rock festival "Summer Sonic" in Japan. As leaders of the Hallyu wave, 4minute will continue to experiment with different genres, as their experience with THE KOXX has opened the door to many new opportunities.

The new mini album's tracklist has caught the attention of media outlets for its wide range of producers. Shinsadong Tiger and Rado, composers of the title track "VOLUME UP", have created hits across many genres. Fans have increased their expectations exponentially due to the addition of Kim Do Hyun, Shinhwa member Lee Minwoo, Dalmatian member Daniel Kim (Day Day), and THE KOXX to the list of producers.

In other news, 4minute revealed their second photo teaser today on 4:44 P.M. KST. This officially marks their comeback after a year-long hiatus. 4minute expressed their eagerness to return and show off their transformation. 4minute's third mini album, "VOLUME UP", will be released on the April 9^th.

Source: Korea Star Daily
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[INFO] Information on styles, genres and themes in 'VOLUME UP'

4minute’s standard style tactics which stirs our expectations

3rd mini album ‘Volume Up’


Hot issue maker ‘4minute’, who always causes a great commotion with each album release in South Korea, will soon be back. Their new mini album 'Volume Up' is a rare case as it contains seven tracks making 4minute's strong will for their comeback stage apparent.

The title song called ‘Volume Up’ was made by S.Tiger and Rado, both of whom have worked with 4minute since their debut, and with the sounds of a saxophone in the song, it delivers a peculiar addictive quality for listeners. The lyrics express in a 4minute style why people love girl groups and their different sides. A lot of appealing and light music has recently dominated the world of singers to win charts; instead, 4minute’s new title song conducts the stories that are hard to broach with its strong sounds. This new title song is very shocking due to how innovative and new it is.

After K-POP syndrome hit, international K-POP fans positioned 4minute as their main favor thanks to 4minute’s song quality; likewise, their other seven songs reflect diverse styles. The intro song ‘Get on the Floor’ contains fierce hip-hop sounds, and ‘Say My Name’ with Latin hip-hop clearly conducts a more exciting 4minute song. Various musicians have collaborated on this album; one of them being a Shinhwa member, Lee Minwoo (M) helped to create the song ‘Femme Fatale’. The song ‘Dream Racer’, which sounds incongruous in K-POP, was produced by indie Band “The KOXX”.

Others included are a ballad song, ’I’m OK’ which is noticeable with its full-blown sensitivity and an electric dance song, ‘Black Cat’ is formed with swing sounds.


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[NEWS] 4minute's song will criticize the prejudice against girl groups - Release of a daring teaser picture

On April 4th, at 4:44PM, the popular girl group 4minute released their impressive - to say the least - second teaser picture.

In the released picture, the 4minute members are clothed in black and are looking magnificent. This is an absolute 180° transformation from the girlish concept they sported in their "white image" released on April 3rd.

This image is expected to be more similar to the concept for their comeback performances. 4minute wishes to be praised not only for their new title song, 'Volume Up', that will be released on the 9th. They also aim to gain more recognition for their stage performances during which they are said to clamorously portray freedom. During their last promotion activities, 4minute was plagued with a huge controversy sparked by their so-called sexually explicit "spread leg dance". This time, the lyrics of 'Volume Up' may be seen as very eloquent.

A CUBE representative communicated "This song contains saxophone sounds. The unconventional lyrics depict the fanatic craze over girl groups and the prejudice it can cause against them".

The title track 'Volume Up' was composed by the hit-makers Shinsadong Tiger and Rado. The indie band The KOXX also took part in the producing of the album adding a different flavor to the masterpiece.

Source : OSEN via NATE
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[NEWS] 4minute to Comeback April 9th

Girl group 4minute is making an electrifying comeback with their 3rd mini album this coming 9th.

On the 3rd, Cube entertainment made an official statement about the release date of 4minute's 3rd album 'Volume Up' and their comeback.

It has been 1 year since the announcement of their first full length album last April.

The album being put forth, includes the title track 'Volume Up' as well as 8 tracks in total and is just as complete as a full album.

During that time, they also plan to expand through a different genre and experimental music, which they have never attempted.

This album is gaining a lot of interest for it's producers that includes hit maker Sinsadong Tiger and several other popular producers.

Also, 4minute plans to release image teasers for their new song through their official homepage this afternoon.

Source: Star News& OSEN
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