Rising stars of K-pop: boy band T1419 arrive with a dream of becoming the voice of youth
- T1419, a nine-member boy band from South Korea and Japan, are about to debut their first album
- They talk about their dual culture, developing their skills and their aspirations for the future
A new K-pop boy band arrived on Monday, aiming to become the voice of youth: T1419.
The act features nine members from South Korea and Japan, and was put together by K-pop label MLD Entertainment in collaboration with NHN and Sony Music, with designs on the South Korean and Japanese music markets, but also that of the United States.
They hope to become a voice for teenagers – their name is made up of T (for teenagers) and the members’ ages at the time of their formation – by addressing societal issues and telling their story through music.
Their first formal release, Asurabalbalta, came in Korean and Japanese versions, and is the first track from their single album, Before Sunrise Part. 1.
As 2020 came to a close, the members of T1419 spoke with the Post over a video call, and shared their thoughts about their impending debut. Here’s what they had to say.
T1419 was introduced last year through pre-debut songs, Dracula and Row, and you’ve been very active on social media. What do you hope to achieve through these activities before your formal entry into the world of K-pop?