EXCLUSIVE | K-pop group P1Harmony shows a new side with album 'Harmony: Zero In'
P1Harmony is booked and busy since day 1 of 2022 from two comebacks, a US tour, their first collaboration with none other than Pink Sweat$ to an appearance on Trevor Noah’s show and winning gold at ISAC 2022. Following strong hip-hop lead singles with which they have established their sound, the K-pop boy group decided to experiment with their next album ‘Harmony: Zero In’ while also weaving in their sci-fi concept from their debut days.
Following their successful US tour, P1Harmony is back with their fourth mini-album ‘Harmony: Zero In’ which they released on July 20. Well, MEAWW had a chance to ask the boy group about their new album series, their collab with Pink Sweat$ and new projects. In an exclusive interview with MEAWW, P1Harmony spilled on their metaverse, showing a new side to them, their next tour and more.
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MEAWW: We’d first like to congratulate you on a busy and successful year! And now you are back with another album ‘Harmony: Zero In’. How do you all feel?
KEEHO: It has been about 6 months since our last comeback, so we are very happy to be back and have a lot to look forward to. We had a lot going on for the last 6 months such as going on tour. We think we have shown our fans many different sides of P1Harmony and how much we’ve grown with the ‘Harmony’ series, so I feel excited.
MEAWW: How different is ‘Harmony: Zero In’ from your previous album series ‘Disharmony’ which was all about your metaverse +WORLD?
JONGSEOB: I think there is a big difference in the atmosphere and message between the ‘Disharmony' series and the ‘Harmony' series. While previous albums focused on breaking the existing incongruent and absurd world and finding a new world, this album, ‘Harmony: Zero In’ is the first message to be thrown about how we will freely decorate and create in that new world.
MEAWW: Your title track ‘Doom Du Doom’ also shows us a new side to P1Harmony as artists. What was your first impression when you heard it?
THEO: When I first heard the song, I thought the guitar riff was quite addictive and the part we all sing together matches P1Harmony’s color well.
MEAWW: One of the reasons why fans love your storyline is probably because of your movie. Can we expect a sequel?
INTAK: Thank you so much for the love and support everyone has sent to the movie. There are no plans for the next series yet, but if everyone wants it, we never know, right? (haha)
MEAWW: Your collab with Pink Sweat$ was such a pleasant surprise as y’all went from covering his song to him attending your concert. What was your reaction when you first heard you would be working with him?
JIUNG: I want to say thank you so much. I was listening to Pink Sweat$'s music before the collaboration, and he was one of my favorite artists. We covered Pink Sweat$'s song before, and after he saw it, he commented on our social media. It was so surprising and hard to believe, but after that, we kept in touch and he came to see us when we performed in the US, and the conversation went well so we had the special opportunity to collaborate with him. If there is a good opportunity in the future, we would love to collaborate with other great artists as well.
MEAWW: The ‘Gotta Get Back’ music video is so cool. Are there any fun behind-the-scene stories while y’all were filming?
SOUL: That was a very interesting experience. I was surprised that a Korean recognized us while we were walking on the street after the shoot.
MEAWW: Your first US tour was such a hit! Is there anything new that you learned about yourself while touring?
THEO: I was a little nervous before going to the New York concert for the first time. I think it was the first time I was that nervous after our debut. It was surprising to feel that in a long time.
MEAWW: If you could only choose one song to perform for your fans forever, which one would it be?
KEEHO: I think I’d pick the song called ‘AYAYA’. It's so fun and simple that it's easy to follow, and it's fun to listen to and perform. I also think it's a good song to just listen to on a regular basis.
THEO: I think I will unconditionally do ‘Do It Like This’. It’s my favorite song out of all of our songs, and I think it’s a song that can show who we are as well.
JIUNG: I would do 'Do It Like This'. I think it's a song that everyone can enjoy together.
INTAK: I choose ‘AYAYA’. The song is very exciting!!
SOUL: I would choose ‘Do It Like This’.
JONGSEOB: If it’s a performance, I’d show you ‘AYAYA’.
MEAWW: Well, you definitely have gathered fans all around the world. Where else would you like to tour next?
INTAK: I would like to go to France! I feel like it would be fun!
MEAWW: You guys have already achieved so much in just six months. What is your next goal for the near future?
KEEHO: It was an honor to be nominated for 1st place [on a music show] through this promotion. It feels like we're getting one step closer, so our goal is to win 1st place on a music show as of now.
MEAWW: KEEHO, you seem to go viral for your funny VLives. If you were not an idol would you consider being an influencer?
KEEHO: Since there’s no one who doesn't use social media these days, wouldn't it be natural to do it? Not to be an influencer, but it just seems to come naturally, so if I suddenly become popular while I'm on social media, there's no reason not to do it!
MEAWW: THEO, what genre of song would you like to sing that you haven’t tried yet?
THEO: I want to try music with strong rock band sounds. I like the band sounds so much that I feel I would fit well into it.
MEAWW: JIUNG, if you had to describe your life with one song, which would it be and why?
JIUNG: I would say our song ‘If You Call Me’ because the song is about living for each other, and I think life is all about living together.
MEAWW: INTAK, what is your favorite dance move or trend at the moment?
INTAK: These days I love our ‘Black Hole’ choreography! I think it’s strong and energetic!
MEAWW: SOUL, if you had to pick between dancing or rapping, which skill would you give up?
SOUL: I would give up rapping if I had to choose. I’ve been dancing for a long time and I feel very happy while dancing, so I don’t think I could give it up.
MEAWW: JONGSEOB, what is your favorite book to read during your downtime?
JONGSEOB: On my days off, the books I read alone are usually the lighter ones rather than the heavy ones. I like to read imaginary books where the contents could be drawn in my head such as Bernard Werber’s 'Papillon' or Andy Weir’s 'The Martian'.
MEAWW: Finally, any last words for your fans who were waiting for your comeback?
JIUNG: Thank you for your passionate and warm support. We will try our best to show you wonderful performances in the future, so please stay with us. I have no doubt that we will make you happy!
Watch the music video for P1Harmony’s latest lead single ‘Doom Du Doom’ below.