EVNNE Discuss Choosing Between Truth or Dare for Their 3rd Mini-Album, RIDE or DIE
by Tayah Fox
Just in time for their summer North American showcase tour, K-pop group EVNNE have revealed a new side to themselves with their third mini-album, RIDE or DIE.
This release highlights the trust and loyalty they promise to maintain with their fans, ENNVE. Supporting the comeback's theme, "Badder Love" focuses on connecting with their fans through their love as they continue their journey of chasing their dreams together. We got the chance to chat with EVNNE to get more inside scoop on this comeback and information about their tour in the interview below.
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Sweety High: Congratulations on your upcoming tour! What are you most excited about as you travel and meet your fans
EVNNE: We had a happy experience meeting our overseas fans first through our Asia tour [SQUAD: R], so we think our upcoming tour will also provide happy memories for us. We are very excited to have this great opportunity to meet ENNVE in North and South America. We've heard that they are very passionate, so we're looking forward to seeing how they enjoy our music. We've also heard a lot of stories that not only do overseas fans watch the performances, but they also sing along, dance and enjoy the shows together. We're very much looking forward to it.
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SH: What can fans look forward to in your tour performances?
EVNNE: We can't tell you much about the tour yet, but since this is our first time meeting in person, we plan to do our very best to show our passion and energy on stage.
SH: Which release has been your favorite so far, and why?
KEITA: All albums are good, but I think our debut album is great because it has songs that are exciting to perform on stage.
HANBIN: My favorite is the third mini-album. I think this album includes a wide variety of genres, showcasing a lot of charms.
JEONGHYEON: I'm looking forward to our latest release, the third mini-album. It is an album that shows EVNNE's pure and refreshing side, which is different from the mischievous charm we showed previously. Also, I think more people will enjoy it, as this album includes the English version of the title track.
SEUNGEON: I'd choose our third mini-album, RIDE or DIE! I believe it has a concept that I can express best, as it features songs that highlight the fresh and youthful charm of my voice. I especially like the title song, "Badder Love," because it is a song that expresses youth and deep passion toward dreams so well!
YUNSEO: My favorite album is the third mini album, RIDE or DIE. Of course, our previous releases are precious, and we have much affection for them, but I especially cherish this album because it showcases our new sides and embodies a wide range of care from many people, such as time, hope and hard work.
JUNGHYUN: My favorite is the recently released third mini album, RIDE or DIE. As for its concept, it was something ENNVE would enjoy, featuring an easy-listening track, rather than an adventurous concept.
JIHOO: I like our new release, RIDE or DIE, the most because I think both the music and concept fit us well.
SH: In RIDE or DIE, you explore love through the dual concepts of Truth and Dare. Which side do each of you feel more connected to?
KEITA: I think the Dare concept suits me better as I tend to always run forward.
HANBIN: I choose Dare. This album contains the message that "I will approach you without hesitation," and I think I can express it better in a more relatable way using the keyword Dare.
JEONGHYEON: I can sympathize more with the concept of Dare because I can overcome any obstacles I face because I always have reliable ENNVE and my members by my side.
SEUNGEON: In the Truth concept, we did a photoshoot based on the theme of clocks. It portrayed a side that may not always be visible, such as moments where we miss our fans and inner parts that we might want to conceal which are contrasting to energetic sides of us on stage or during filming. It was a concept that openly revealed those aspects within us.
YUNSEO: I think Dare suits me better. Honestly, I feel both Truth and Dare concepts fit me well, but I prefer the Dare concept because it reflects a determined approach to pushing forward regardless of obstacles towards my goals.
JUNGHYUN: I feel that Truth resonates more when it comes to talking about love.
JIHOO: I think the Dare version aligns more with my way of expressing love, especially the attitude of wanting to pursue it to the end no matter what situation comes or even if I get hurt.
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SH: How does this EVNNE differ from the EVNNE we've seen in your past releases?
EVNNE: In the first two albums released so far, we have shown the powerful image of ambitious rascals trying to change the world. However, in this third album, you can see EVNNE in a more natural and comfortable atmosphere with a refreshing appearance. We believe that you can enjoy the album a little more if you see how we've evolved so far.
SH: What inspired RIDE or DIE, and what do you hope your fans take away from it?
EVNNE: This album starts with the idiom "ride or die" which was inspired by the title track "Badder Love," which carries the message of running to one without regrets even if everything falls apart. Emphasizing faith and loyalty to "ride together 'til the end," this album embodies a spirited and raw youthfulness in pursuit of conquest. We hope everyone enjoys watching EVNNE unfold our unique story and different sides through this album.
SH: Which RIDE or DIE track is each member's favorite and why?
KEITA: I like "I <3 U" because it is a fun song to listen to, and I believe we can show ourselves having fun freely on stage when performing the song.
HANBIN: I like "I <3 U" because it is a refreshing song that is quite different from the title song with a cute and charming appeal.
JEONGHYEON: The title song, "Badder Love," is my favorite because it is our first refreshing song, and there are many fans who've been looking forward to a refreshing version of EVNNE.
SEUNGEON: I like the title track, "Badder Love." It has a bubbly vibe, unlike our previous title songs, and I think our members did a good job of bringing out that atmosphere.
YUNSEO: I like all the songs in the new album since they are songs we have never tried.
JUNGHYUN: I like "XO" the most. My favorite part of the song is in the chorus, where I build harmony with KEITA.
JIHOO: For me, it's "2X"! I particularly like the lyrics, "My time with you goes at double speed."
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SH: You explore many genres, from R&B to DNB, throughout this mini-album. Out of all the genres you've tried, which one would you say fits EVNNE the best?
KEITA: I think hip-hop suits our energy best.
HARBIN: I think this title song, "Badder Love," suits us well as it is the track that best represents our true sides and charms.
JEONGHYEON: We have tried many different concepts and genres and we will continue to do so, therefore it's hard to define which specific genre fits us well. Something that I can confidently say is that we have been working well with all genres we've tried so far.
SEUNGEON: I think our third album does a good job of showing boys chasing their dreams. Likewise, we all believe that passion and energy are our strengths, so I think a concept that is refreshing with a touch of youth, nostalgia, and energy, like "Badder Love" from our new album, suits us well.
YUNSEO: I think performance-focused music with a strong beat suits us well. It's hard to pinpoint a single genre for us, but I think the music we were able to showcase and enjoy the best was songs with a strong hip-hop base, so I'd say that would be the genre perfect for us.
JUNGHYUN: I think a synth-wave genre song like "Badder Love" goes well with us.
JIHOO: We've explored many genres, including Jersey Club, Baltimore Club, hip-hop and synth-wave, but I like a synth-wave genre that is explored through our new title track.
SH: Lastly, do you have a message for your fans?
EVNNE: Dear ENNVE, our third mini-album, RIDE or DIE, has been released. We're back with a different side that we haven't shared before, so we hope you enjoy our new look and music a lot. We'll soon be going on a showcase tour to meet you, so please look forward to it!
Also love the group's second mini-album, Un:SEEN? Click HERE to read our interview with EVNNE on the release.