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Description
ONF’s 8th Mini Album: “BEAUTIFUL SHADOW”
ONF continues to capture the hearts of fans with a new narrative that delves into deeper and darker emotional territories. “BEAUTIFUL SHADOW,” their 8th mini album, marks a significant departure from the light and lively themes of their previous work, offering a more introspective and poignant exploration of love’s complexities.
Album Narrative and Themes
“BEAUTIFUL SHADOW” explores the tragic nuances of pure white love and its duality, illuminated through both light and shadow. This album weaves ONF’s signature lyricism with themes of love’s inherent contradictions, presenting these ideas through a blend of dark moods and emotionally powerful music.
Musical Direction and Collaborations
The title track, “Bye My Monster,” is a pop dance number with a classical twist, incorporating a strong band sound and elements from Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2, III. Adagio, enhancing the song’s dramatic impact. Producer Hwang Hyun, a longtime collaborator since ONF’s debut, has once again joined the group, contributing to the album’s expansive musical narrative.
Track Highlights
- “Aphrodite” – Reflects on the pain of love as a divine play of the goddess Aphrodite.
- “Breath, Haze & Shadow” – A ballad that captures the anxieties of youth with delicate vocal expressions.
- “Chemical Type” – Expresses the group’s affection for their fans, likening their relationship to a chemical formula symbolized by ‘ONF’.
- “Slave To The Rhythm” – A vibrant house track celebrating the liberating power of music.
Album Specifications
- Dust Jacket: 150 x 210 mm, varies by version.
- Photo Book: 150 x 210 mm, varies by version.
- Disc: 120 x 120 mm, varies by version.
- Disc Envelope: 126 x 123 mm, varies by version.
- Sticker: 120 x 170 mm, varies by version.
- Polaroid: 108 x 85 mm, random out of 6 types, varies by version.
- Photo Card: 55 x 85 mm, 2 random out of 12 types, varies by version.
- Folded Message Poster: 276 x 396 mm, same image for each version.
With “BEAUTIFUL SHADOW,” ONF invites listeners to a journey through the emotional landscape of love, shadowed by both its beauty and its perils, promising a deeper and more resonant experience than ever before.
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