The group Kiki mentioned SM Entertainment's Hearts to Hearts, which debuted simultaneously.
On the afternoon of the 24th, a press conference was held at Blue Square in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, to commemorate the release of Kiki's debut album and first mini-album 'UNCUT GEM'. The venue was filled with reporters eager to see Kiki.
Kiki, under Starship Entertainment, is the first girl group to debut in four years since IVE in 2021. The group consists of Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, and Kiya.
On this day, Kiki expressed their thoughts on Hearts to Hearts, which debuted on the 24th of last month, saying, "We have no sense of rivalry. We want to share positive energy as good colleagues," dreaming of constructive growth as newcomers.
'UNCUT GEM' is an album that serves as a declaration of Kiki's entry into the music industry, showcasing their unrefined yet attractive qualities. The six tracks in the album contain Kiki's constant questions about youth. With beautiful and diverse melodies, they pose questions to the world without imposing anything, moving forward in a cheerful direction. They express various unpredictable music with their unique vocals, raising curiosity and anticipation for the music they will present in the future.
Kiki will hold a fan showcase to celebrate the release of 'UNCUT GEM' at the same location at 8 PM that day. They plan to share the joy of their debut album release with fans through various segments, including the stage for the title track 'I Do Me', album talks, and performances of other tracks. Notably, the fan showcase will also be live-streamed on Kiki's official YouTube channel, allowing them to create precious memories with fans from 126 regions around the world.
Kiki's first debut mini-album 'UNCUT GEM' will be available on various music streaming sites at 6 PM that day.
[Ji Seung-hoon, Star Today Reporter]