OnlyOneOf, a K-pop group, has recently completed a major tour across Latin America and North America, followed by a debut in Europe, with each city bringing beautiful memories and experiences.

“Each city had its own special charm, but the most thrilling experience was the concerts. Thanks to the overwhelming support from our lyOns, we were able to upgrade our performances compared to last year’s tour in Latin America and North America. It was truly a joy to perform for even more lyOns this year. We sincerely appreciate all the love and support from our lyOns,” the group shared. 

Their European tour kicked off in London, where they performed a sold-out show in Heaven. The excitement and nerves were high as it was their first time in Europe. “As it’s our first European tour, we had high expectations but also many concerns. Starting the tour in London made us particularly nervous. However, seeing the venue filled with lyOns from all over Europe, including the UK, allowed us to deliver our first performance. We are deeply grateful to our lyOns for attending our concert and will continue to strive to present more impressive and touching performances in the future,” OnlyOneOf reflected further on their world tour. 

OnlyOneOf is known for their dynamic choreography and stage presence, and they do have dreams of collaborating with British artists as well, “We have drawn inspiration from globally renowned artists such as Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran. It would be a dream come true to stand on stage with them after working hard. Just thinking about it is exciting,” they excitedly revealed.

Their desire to collaborate with icons like Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran shows not just their ambition but also their belief in the limitless possibilities that come with dreaming big and working tirelessly.

Diving into their music, OnlyOneOf’s 6th mini-album, “Things I Can’t Say LOve”, presents a variety of tracks, including “dOpamine,” which features a high-energy EDM vibe. The members explained, “This song expresses the thrill and euphoria of love, depicting a love that one can’t help but fall into. Inspired by UK drum and bass, we aimed to win over our audience with its repetitive and addictive melody.”

EDM’s impact on K-pop has been significant, with many groups incorporating electronic elements to produce dynamic and modern sounds. The genre’s repetitive and addictive nature perfectly complements K-pop’s emphasis on catchy hooks and intense performances. By integrating EDM influences, OnlyOneOf and other K-pop artists continue to make it a vibrant and evolving genre. 

Another interesting track from the aforementioned release, “Give me the lOve, bitxx,” combines a smooth R&B vibe with a title that hints at aggression. While speaking to OnlyOneof, they said that they intended this contrast to emphasise their versatility and added that, “‘Give me the lOve bitxx’ is a song that mixes a refreshing sound with our boyish charm, reminiscent of a sports drink commercial. We hope our fans appreciate this youthful aspect of OnlyOneOf.”

The song “O” introduces a darker tone and focuses on the young men’s raw emotions and vocals. When asked about their approach to vocal delivery on this track, they shared, “‘O’ is a dope-sounding track that delivers an upgraded vocal style for OnlyOneOf.”

Ending the mini-album on an upbeat note, “Gravity” features an R&B feel that differs from the rest of the album. “‘Gravity’ is a song that highlights Nine’s musical talent, expressing the gravitational pull of emotions through a fluid melody. We chose it as the final track because we wanted the upbeat feel to subtly draw listeners into our music,” the group explained.

Looking ahead, OnlyOneOf’s tour will continue through Asia and Australia. Despite their busy schedule, they hope to find time for a well-deserved break. “Although we don’t have specific plans yet, if we do get a break, we would like to take some time to refresh ourselves. This way, we can share our energy with lyOns in Asia and Australia,” they concluded.

As OnlyOneOf continues to introduce themselves around the globe, fans anxiously await what lies ahead for this K-pop group, believing that their journey is only just beginning.

Written and interviewed by Maggie Gogler

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