NEXZ reveals their comeback with the album 'Beat-Boxer', showcasing their growth and powerful performances after 6 months.

NEXZ announced a comeback suitable for the modifier 'performance match-up (delicious store)'. Recently, they met with My Daily for an interview ahead of the release of their 3rd mini-album 'Beat-Boxer'. The new album, revealed about 6 months after the 2nd mini-album 'O-RLY?', incorporates NEXZ's confidence to beat on stage with overwhelming energy. Regarding this album, YU said, 'I think the satisfaction of this album is '10 out of 10' and '100 out of 100'. We included all the performance techniques and charms we can show this time, and we have returned having grown further, so I hope you look forward to it.' HYUI mentioned, 'It's been 6 months since our comeback, and I really wanted to show a cooler and more grown-up version of myself, so I practiced hard.' He also expressed gratitude to those who supported them for the comeback and to the fans who waited for them, stating, 'We will do our best in this activity as well.' TOMOYA shared, 'Before the comeback, I was very curious about the fans' reactions. Yesterday, I appeared on 'Shucchou Juugoya' and showcased a bit of the new song 'Beat-Boxer', and they were very happy. The song title is good, and the dance was praised as really cool, which boosted my confidence, so I think I can do well in the concert. I'm really looking forward to the comeback activities.' When asked about their impressions of the title track 'Beat-Boxer', HYUI said, 'We listened to the title track together for the first time as seven. At that time, we talked about how it felt like we were having a dance battle and how we could imagine ourselves performing, which made us excited. I was a bit shocked because it was the most intense among what we have done so far. I think it’s a song that can show our passion.' NEXZ, known as a 'performance match-up', hinted at an even more intense performance with choreography structured like a dance battle. In particular, TOMOYA, YU, and HARU participated in the choreography production for the title track 'Beat-Boxer', enhancing the team's individuality and charm. SO GEON stated, 'This time, the powerful and intense aspect is the point. Dancing the full version of the title track 'Beat-Boxer' is so exhausting that my body feels weak. I want you to pay attention to our powerful performance.' YU, who participated in the choreography production, said, 'I, TOMOYA, and HARU were fortunate to participate in the choreography production. When we were making it, we struggled a lot about how to do the dance break. When the term dance battle came up, we thought we had to show all our strength, so we created the choreography. Last time we built a tower, but there are also big points like that this time.' He added, 'I personally do breaking, so I incorporated a lot of that this time. I hope you pay attention to it.' TOMOYA continued, 'When I first heard 'Beat-Boxer', I could imagine us performing live on stage. Just imagining it was really cool. I think it would be amazing to showcase it on music shows, award ceremonies, and year-end stages.' He also mentioned, 'There’s a part in the chorus that expresses sneakers, and I wanted to show my shoes, so I included that choreography, and the NEX2Y fans were happy, which made me very happy too.' YUKI said, 'We filmed while remembering the choreography ideas together. When we first danced the choreography created by the three of us, I felt that they made it with us in mind. It was a perfect fit for us. It was really good, and I thought it would be really cool to showcase it on stage.' NEXZ, which revealed that performance is their strength, has members who have been dancing since childhood, making them skilled performers. On the other hand, SO GEON only learned basic dance. How does he feel about the increasingly flashy high-difficulty performances? He candidly admitted, 'The members are really good at dancing. When I see them dancing in the practice room, I think the level is different. They have a good influence on me to develop an interest in dance.' He continued, 'This time, I was surprised to see the choreography the members created, honestly wondering how I would do it, and I was very worried about whether I could dance it because it was really high in difficulty. But the members made the choreography to fit my style, and I utilized that well, asking the members who created the choreography if there were parts I didn't understand. I think it became an opportunity for me to grow a lot.' They also introduced a fan song filled with love for NEX2Y, 'Next To Me'. TOMOYA said, 'Since it's a song for the fans, I put in a lot of effort.' He added, 'We included heartfelt lyrics for NEX2Y. All seven of us wrote the lyrics, each writing individually and then combining the good parts to complete it. There are words that each of us uses, and members who read books drew inspiration from them, while I often watch Korean dramas and movies, so I used many words that appeared there. I think we made a wonderful song.' He also shared a little behind-the-scenes story, saying, 'This time, I created the vocal parts, and HARU created the rap top line. When we had a fan signing event overseas during the 'O-RLY?' activities, I have memories of recording with HARU in our hotel room.' NEXZ's passion was also recognized by JYP's representative and senior Park Jin-young (J.Y.Park). TOMOYA stated, 'Performance is our strength, but our passion is also a strength. After the audition, producer Park Jin-young said, 'NEXZ's greatest strength is passion.' He added, 'In addition to our choreography and vocal lessons, we gather separately to practice and work hard. Our passion for the stage is really big, and we also have a desire to be loved more.' He revealed advice from Park Jin-young, saying, 'Previously, I was invited to producer Park Jin-young's home for a meal. We talked while eating very delicious food. At that time, he said, 'First, you must value your members. Next, you should value your fans, and then the staff of the company.' He told us that if we can do these three things, we will be loved for a long time and loved by more people. I want to keep this in mind and work hard.' He expressed that Park Jin-young is a role model for him, saying, 'I also want to be a cool artist and producer someday.' He also mentioned senior Stray Kids, saying, 'Felix said, 'You're doing well. If you keep working hard and maintain a humble attitude, you will definitely succeed,' which was very encouraging. That's why I'm working even harder.' In their second year since debut, NEXZ talked about the dream concert venues they want to stand on someday after watching their seniors' performances. HYUI said, 'Wherever we can perform, we want to show a cool version of ourselves.' He added, 'We have never performed in a dome or stadium, so I would be happy if we could stand on such a big stage someday. We will continue to work hard to be able to stand on a big stage.' TOMOYA also expressed, 'I have developed a dream of performing in a dome. Recently, I went to see concerts by senior DAY6 and TWICE, and they performed in a dome with a 360-degree stage. It was really cool to see them change directions while dancing, and I thought it was amazing that they could maintain focus from start to finish. We also want to showcase a magnificent performance in a 360-degree dome someday and show our charm even more.'