xikers decorates the cover of The Star November issue... Red and black styling

The group xikers (Minjae, Junmin, Sumin, Jinsik, Hyunwoo, Junghoon, Seeun, Yujun, Hunter, Yechan) graced the cover of the November issue of the fashion magazine THE STAR. This photo shoot was conducted under the concept of ″xikers in Red (xikers in RED),″ with the members showcasing styling centered around red and black. In the photo shoot, they expressed their unique personalities with ten different styles by wearing various outfits such as chic suits and striking leather jackets, each creating a distinct atmosphere. Using props like apples, playing cards, and chess pieces, they created a fresh mood, evoking a sophisticated vibe and tension with a red background, black outfits, sharp gazes, and restrained poses. The members portrayed a range of concepts from playful boyish charm to mature and deadly allure. In the photo shoot interview, Yechan said, ″xikers usually shows a mischievous side, but I felt good to be able to show a cool and sexy image through this photo shoot.″ Junghoon added, ″This intense concept suited the members better than expected, so I want to try it often in the future.″ xikers is set to release their 8th mini-album, ROUTE ZERO: The CALLING, on November 2 at 6 PM. Leader Minjae, who participated in writing and composing the title track DIENAMITE, shared, ″It was three months filled with more energy than ever, but I feel very good because we went through a tough time and created a result we are satisfied with.″ Yechan described the title track as ″powerful and energetic, a song that brings to mind a mischievous image,″ while Junmin said, ″Through this album, xikers’s musical maturity has increased.″ Jinsik expressed confidence in the team’s chemistry, saying, ″xikers consists of 10 members who are all close and there is no chance of any discord.″ The members revealed various episodes about each other’s first impressions and unexpected charms, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. xikers has sequentially released various promotions, starting with rap, performance, and vocal unit content, followed by a comeback trailer, three versions of concept posters, and an album preview reminiscent of a horror game. Based on the members’ abilities, musical spectrum, and unique worldview, expanded music and performances are anticipated in the new album.