"Beyond Pain and Trials"... SUNG HANBIN's Strong Standalone "DEAD:ALIVE" (Comprehensive)

8 songs including the title track 'UNDEAD'Officially released on the 12th at 6 PMSinger SUNG HANBIN is speaking at a media showcase for the release of his first EP 'DEAD:ALIVE' held at Layer Studio 11 in Mapo-gu, Seoul on the afternoon of the 12th. / Reporter Park Sang-min[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Hyun-jung] Singer SUNG HANBIN is embarking on a solo journey after a 'period of hardship.'SUNG HANBIN began his activities by holding a showcase for the release of his first solo EP 'DEAD:ALIVE' at Layer Studio 11 in Mapo-gu, Seoul on the afternoon of the 12th.SUNG HANBIN, who is embarking on his first solo activities since his debut, said, "It is an honor to be able to show my solo album," and added, "As this is a precious moment, I will show you everything I have prepared."He continued, "Since it's my first solo album, I tried to capture what I do best. There were times when it was difficult or challenging while preparing. However, I didn't want to take the easy or comfortable route. I will show you a more grown-up version of myself," he declared with firm aspirations.'DEAD:ALIVE' is an album that captures the process of overcoming pain and trials, moving forward without fear, and breaking through one's limits. It interprets the journey of shedding familiarity and being reborn as a 'new me' with the keyword 'beautiful destruction.'The album includes 8 songs: the title track 'UNDEAD,' 'Killin' Me,' 'Insidious,' '3AM,' 'Bloody Gravity,' 'Other Side,' 'Flash,' and 'Steal the Thunder.'First, the number of songs is noteworthy. 8 songs have a volume that would not be out of place for a full-length album.SUNG HANBIN laughed, saying, "My greed was big. There were so many songs I wanted to include in my first album when selecting them. The company's plan was for fewer songs, but after discussion, we decided to include 8 songs."Through these diverse tracks, SUNG HANBIN wanted to show 'difference' and 'challenge.'SUNG HANBIN said, "While ZEROBASEONE had many songs filled with youth and bright energy, I was more drawn to showing a completely different side," and added, "I thought the powerful sound and conceptual feel would better highlight 'solo artist SUNG HANBIN'."SUNG HANBIN will release his first EP 'DEAD:ALIVE' on various music sites at 6 PM on the 12th. / Reporter Park Sang-minOf course, abandoning the experience and familiar charm he has built up so far and challenging new music was not easy for SUNG HANBIN.SUNG HANBIN confessed, "Honestly, the preparation process was not easy. It's my first solo album, and I had to find a different direction from what I've built up over 4 years of activities."He continued, "However, I found the best direction through discussions with the company. Also, to express the various sides of myself as a solo artist, I studied the activities of my seniors a lot and felt that I had grown in many ways. Most importantly, I was able to keep moving forward by thinking of my fans, who have always been a strong pillar of support," he expressed his gratitude.The title track 'UNDEAD,' which embodies SUNG HANBIN's challenge, is a song that harmonizes a powerful guitar riff, a grand choir, and a splendid drum line, delivering cinematic scale and pop sensibility simultaneously. The lyrics convey a strong will to willingly accept any pain and trial for you and yourself.SUNG HANBIN plans to convey the message of 'beautiful destruction' and 'self-transcendence' through the story of repeatedly falling and rising again to be reborn as an indestructible being.SUNG HANBIN emphasized, "I am more timid than I thought. Nevertheless, I have taken on many challenges during my activities. I tried to incorporate this personality and the process of challenge into the album and music. For example, in 'UNDEAD,' I deliberately reduced the power in my dance, which I am most confident in, and balanced it with vocals. All of these aspects were challenges for me."SUNG HANBIN will meet fans at the 'CURATING SESSION' for the release of 'DEAD:ALIVE' at Layer Studio 11 in Mapo-gu, Seoul at 8 PM on the 12th. / Reporter Park Sang-minAs a result of consistently challenging 'self-transcendence,' SUNG HANBIN has also achieved growth. SUNG HANBIN said with confidence, "This is the first time I've wanted to run away from the recording studio. 'UNDEAD' has a powerful vocal style, and I thought I couldn't sing such a song with my voice. However, during this recording, I realized that I could do it if I tried. I think I've grown in that aspect."SUNG HANBIN, who debuted in the music industry as a member of the group ZEROBASEONE in 2023, has shown excellent leadership and outstanding musical capabilities as the team's leader. Through this solo album, he is determined to properly showcase his unique musical color, different from that of ZEROBASEONE.SUNG HANBIN said, "After finishing ZEROBASEONE activities in May, I felt the need for a new change in the process of preparing for my solo career. I will continue to balance team and solo activities, but I believe I made the best choice for my first solo album. I think I will be able to engage in more activities in the future. My goal is to show the best of what I can do."SUNG HANBIN will release 'DEAD:ALIVE' on various music sites at 6 PM on the 12th. He will then meet fans at the release commemorative 'CURATING SESSION' at Layer Studio 11 in Mapo-gu, Seoul at 8 PM on the same day.laugardagr@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]