Chapter 192
The weather is getting cooler, and October is here, bringing with it the short autumn months.
During Seleste's hiatus, there was news delivered one by one to Seleves, who were anticipating when their next comeback would be.
That was the exact date of Seleste's comeback.
['Monster Rookie' Seleste, Comeback on November 1st... Aiming for Another Record]
[5 Things Seleste's Comeback Means]
[Seleste, who broke the initial record right after debuting, can they surpass themselves?]
It's as if he's trying to show us firsthand that we need to row when the water comes in.
Sigma Entertainment has chosen to minimize Seleste's absence.
Since their debut album became a mega hit and established the name Seleste in the music industry, there was a strong opinion among Seleves that they had to continue the upward trend.
The quality of the next album is of the utmost importance, but choosing the right timing was also important.
It was fortunate that November 1st didn't overlap with the year-end schedule and there wasn't a big hiatus after
Now that they've successfully passed the first hurdle, the comeback period, all that's left is to pick a good song and concept.
Seleves waited for the concept photos to be revealed first by looking at the detailed schedule posted on Seleste's official account.
Based on the concept photos, what kind of atmosphere will the stage have this time?
And you can predict what genre of title song is prepared.
Seleste's first concept photo, released that way, was incredibly powerful.
―(Photo) This is techwear that the company officially announced, seriously, I'm really excited
└Ttabong Karis ya is so cool
[따봉
└ Techwear and choker... A man who even looks good in that kind of combination
└This is it
└You packed it really well, really
Techwear is the kind of clothing that idol fans would drool over.
A well-designed techwear piece can have the power to resonate with fans.
Sigma Entertainment's masterpiece, which drew on the power of capital as much as possible, was enough to capture the hearts of Seleves.
The second concept, released the following week, was a casual outfit that boasted a dreamy vibe, as opposed to the intense techwear.
From cozy white neck warmers to boxy knits, Seleves felt a different charm from the members' casual attire that they don't usually see.
―Me, please, me, it has to be me, Angora Song Hyung-bin, please, me...
└When I think about them going on stage in that outfit, my heart suddenly feels so strong
└ Whose idea was it for Heo Yu-bin's beret? Let's get promoted.
└ Leve noonas.... Do you think they'll do a comeback show this time too??
└I don't know because there was a fuss last timeㅠㅠ But wouldn't they do it anyway? They're the sons of Knet
└I feel dizzy thinking about having to do it again
The concept was a passing grade first.
Because, including all the stages up until the
Seleves' anticipation couldn't help but rise even higher at the thought of seeing Seleste's unique stage.
However, there was a high percentage of Seleves who said that they still have to see what kind of song they are releasing before they feel at ease.
―I'm biting my fingernails while waiting for the day when the highlight medley comes up
└Looking at the copyright registration, it's Purple Lips again this time?? Any song by Lips is definitely good and there are 3 songs included
└Wow, is that Purple Lips? Where did you see that?? The song is also good, but will they be able to maintain their success this time? ㅠ I'm worried because their debut album did so well...
└It's ok. Sigma has a lot of money, so they can just do some hoarding
Several more days passed like that, with blood drying up.
The day has finally come when the highlight medley will be released.
The title song is
Some Seleves began to relax a little after seeing the name of the PurpleLips composer written in the caption at the bottom of the video.
When the sense of relief of having collaborated with a proven composer sets in.
Ji Yoon-chul's low-pitched voice, along with the strong and addictive bass line, hit their eardrums.
「Formula Formula
Formula Formula」
After the drop part, a melody line was heard that led to the entire group singing along.
It felt like their ears were easily captured by the chorus, which was not too fast and had the addictive quality of the drop part intact.
The reactions of Seleves who listened to the highlight medley were almost like a predetermined sequence.
―Our kitten is all grown up and here... . ᵒ̴̶̷̥́ ·̫ ᵒ̴̶̷̣̥̀
└I think I'm going crazy I think I'm going crazy I think I'm going crazy I think I'm going crazy
└Why do other people's children grow up so fast....
└How many years are left until Ji Yoon-chul becomes an adult? Urgent
―Reves.... The title lyrics were written by Yoo Min-ha !!!!!!!!!!
└Wow, it looks like he wrote the rap himself ㅁㅊ [crazy]ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ I want to listen to the whole song soon
└You must have been so busy, but when did you write the rap....How special, how lovely, I like Yoo Min-ha....
There were many Seleves who were relieved that they had crossed the 8th ridge.
[8th ridge = The ridge of the mountain is the 8th tenth of the way from the foot of the mountain to the top of the mountain.
In this sentence, it can be understood to mean 'almost done.']
Because they got to taste everything that they could before the comeback, from the concept to the Harame (highlight medley).
At this point, Seleste's stage was naturally drawn before their eyes.
Along with the comeback schedule, Seleste's YouTube channel, which is gradually increasing in content, has also been actively uploading content.
Following the
You could see how much effort the members put into entertaining Seleves who might be bored during their hiatus.
Seleves who received Seleste's heart immediately set a common goal when the news of Seleste's second mini album's pre-order
It may be a challenge, but let's try to break Seleste's
―Seleste's record will be broken by Seleste... #Let'sgo
└National singer Seleste
└But seriously, if this album becomes a million seller, won't it sweep all the award ceremonies at the end of the year??
└I'm thinking about winning the 4-crown title
If Seleste succeeds in achieving double million sellers, it is likely that various award ceremonies will be held at the end of the year after the end of their activities.
Even though they are a rookie who debuted this year, if you look at their records, they are still only good results even if they sweep numerous awards.
It's no exaggeration to say that the Rookie of the Year award is already a given.
It will be interesting to see if they can win grand prizes such as Album of the Year and Artist of the Year.
Seleves' predictions were well-founded, but as always, there were many who viewed Seleste negatively.
They are like leeches that will not go away no matter how much you try to exterminate them.
―You twiste sucking bitches, you should at least know how to make a fuss
Just by looking at what you're saying, it sounds like you've already sold 10 million copies ㅋㅋㅋ (•ᴗ•)
└We need to shout "I'm sorry, Earth" and plant trees as a group.
└I don't really care about twiste, but I hate the Televe too much, so I hate twiste too.
└Okay
└ It's the same Twiste or Televe.
└You can tell that the atmosphere is really annoying just by looking at one or two of their self-proclaimed characters, but when you see them doing the Yaja time school trip, you get goosebumps
―Is there anyone who doesn't know that their first album sales figures were manipulated?
This is a heater chart graph, look at the curve lol 70,000 sheets, 60,000 sheets, and then suddenly 400,000 sheets
└It's really annoying that they got an award after blatantly fabricating something like this
└If you're going to do it, you should do it in a way that doesn't show it... It looks like the Magma staff are doing their job well.
└This time again, they'll start hoarding it and say it's the best record, I'll seriously report you crazy people.
There are always words that follow idols who come from survival shows around like a label.
Even if they win the Rookie of the Year award in their debut year, there are always people who try to belittle their reputation by saying that it was all thanks to the popularity of the program.
Even if the album does well, people criticize it, saying that it's because the starting point was different from other idols.
Even though all achievements are the result of their own efforts.
Seleves are used to malicious comments, so they didn't suffer much, but as fans, these comments inevitably felt like a thorn in their side.
So they waited even longer for November to come.
A day when everything comes to a certain conclusion.
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It was a feeling of realism that she hadn't felt in a long time.
Homma visited the familiar KNet building to participate in the pre-recording of Seleste's comeback show.
'We can't let this turn into a mess like last time.'
A review that was a hot topic on social media.
The misdeeds committed by the Sigma Entertainment staff at Seleste's debut show were widely reported.
What started as a casual review has now spread into a firestorm criticizing the entire Korean entertainment industry.
If the same situation happened again this time, Homma had a feeling that it wouldn't end with a simple review and criticism.
Maybe they'll send a few trucks in front of Sigma headquarters.
It will also be on terrestrial news.
Fortunately, the search of belongings didn't involve touching any uncomfortable parts of the body like last time.
Since they are sensitive to external spoilers, they checked carefully to see if they brought any devices like cameras, but it wasn't to an excessive extent.
Homma, who had somewhat anticipated this, was thinking of another topic in her head.
'I wish they would give us some proper food.'
They wouldn't do something as senseless as preparing food that would taste bad if it got cold, humanely.
It can't be helped because the comeback show is so long and inevitably going to happen.
All Homma wanted was some food that would wake up her tired body.
"Enter in order! No pushing!"
After a long and boring waiting time, they finally entered the filming set.
Homma couldn't hide her anticipation as she looked at the still dark stage.
During the debut show, the stage was composed mainly of songs that had been performed in
Since it was a debut album, there must have been a reason why it was difficult to include original songs.
This album is different.
Completely breaking away from the
The dimmed lights began to glow all at once.
"Seleve!"
"You've waited a long time!"
Seleste, wearing the white outerwear seen in the concept photos, ran to the front of the stage and greeted everyone.
Before the full-scale recording begins, it is time to greet and interact with fans for the first time in a long while.
Homma raised her head and looked at Karis, who was walking from the center.
More than ever, Homema's favorite was shining on stage.
It felt as if a halo was shining over his entire body.
Whenever she saw Karis, her heart would swell and she would feel like falling to her knees, but never before had she felt such emotions as now.
Karis grabbed the microphone and spoke briefly.
"Seleve, I hope you enjoy yourself today."
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