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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
CRAVITY Bags Double Crown with 'SET NET G0?!', K-pop's Freshest Comeback Is Making Waves!
The Summer of CRAVITY: Two Crowns, One Dream If you're a K-pop stan or just someone who loves a good underdog story, CRAVITY's latest run is basically your new comfort drama. The nine-member boy group just scored a double win on Korea's top music shows with their new title track 'SET NET G0?!' from the album 'Dare to Crave'. First, they snatched the trophy on SBS funE's 'The Show' on July 1st, then doubled down with another win on 'Show Champion' the very next day. That's two shiny crowns in just 48 hours-talk about manifesting your main character energy! For anyone counting, this is their seventh music show win since debut, but the energy this time? Next level. Their fans, called LUVITY, are basically living their best lives right now, and honestly, who wouldn't want to be part of that squad? 'Dare to Crave': The Album That's Got Everyone Talking 'Dare to Crave' isn't just another K-pop album-it's a full-on rebranding moment. CRAVITY's been around for six years, but this comeback feels like a fresh start. The album has 12 tracks, each one dripping with youthful energy, bold synths, and that signature CRAVITY synchronization. The main track, 'SET NET G0?!', is all about not stopping, no matter what-something every Indian youth hustling through life can totally relate to. What's extra cool? All the members got their hands dirty in the songwriting, composing, and even producing. There are unit tracks, personal stories, and a whole lot of "we're in this together" vibes. It's like if your college group project actually worked out and everyone got an A+. Live Stages, Viral Choreo, and That Summer Mood CRAVITY's comeback stages have been pure serotonin. Their 'SET NET G0?!' performance is a masterclass in sharp moves and stable live vocals. The group's choreography is so tight, it's basically begging to go viral on Reels and Shorts. And let's be honest-who doesn't want a new dance challenge to try with their mates during monsoon season? The group's interaction with fans is next-level too. On music shows, they've been answering fan questions, showing off point choreography, and just radiating that approachable, "we're all friends here" energy. It's the kind of fanservice that makes you want to stan harder. Concerts, Charts, and What's Next If you're in Seoul this July, CRAVITY is holding two solo concerts at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium on July 12 and 13. That's a huge step up from their last venue-and a clear sign they're leveling up fast. Their album is already charting on Melon Hot 100 and Genie, with all 12 tracks making waves. In rupee terms, their growing popularity is like going from a few lakhs to full-on crores in fan engagement. The group's message? Keep craving, keep chasing, and never settle. It's the kind of motivation every Indian youth could use, whether you're prepping for exams, job interviews, or just trying to survive another week of family WhatsApp forwards. When K-pop Dreams Meet Desi Hustle Watching CRAVITY's journey feels weirdly familiar-like those Bollywood underdog stories where the squad sticks together, faces setbacks, and then totally owns the stage. Their teamwork, relentless drive, and gratitude for fans echo the same spirit you see in every Indian college fest or cricket match. It's proof that whether you're in Seoul or Surat, chasing your dreams with your crew is a universal vibe. As CRAVITY keeps breaking records and hearts, one thing's for sure: this summer, they're not just daring to crave-they're daring us all to dream a little bigger.
Korea Herald
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Cravity dares to crave more with its 2nd LP
Still craving more, the boy band kicks off its second chapter after rebranding In its sixth year, nine-member boy group Cravity made a grand comeback with its second LP "Dare to Crave," showing a broader musical spectrum amid unending challenges. The new album features 12 tracks centered on the theme of temptation and craving something without hesitation. The main track, 'Set Net G0?!,' bursts with fast-paced, bold synth sounds and rapid melodic repetition that reflect the emotional rollercoaster one faces when standing before a new challenge. While the group stays true to its signature sharp synchronization, this comeback adds some fun and dynamic energy to the stage performance. 'All the members wanted to deliver a powerful performance with this song. The repeated guitar riff really stands out,' said Wonjin during a group interview held in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Thursday. He also shared that the entire group took part in selecting the main track through an internal vote. This album is particularly meaningful as all members participated in songwriting and composing, and for the first time, unit songs are included. Serim composed his first self-written track, 'Marionette,' a sultry piece performed alongside Minhee and Taeyoung. Meanwhile, Jungmo, Woobin and Seongmin teamed up for 'Straight Up to Heaven,' a sentimental synth-pop number. The punk-inspired, upbeat 'Stadium' features lyrics penned by Hyeongjun and Allen, who perform the track with Wonjin. 'We wanted to bring out each member's unique charm through unit songs, which will also allow us to create more diverse and exciting concert stages,' Hyeongjun explained. Concept photos released ahead of the album pictured the breaking out of eggs, hinting that this comeback marks a turning point. The team even rebranded its team name. Originally a fusion of "Creativity" and "Gravity," or a play on "Center of Gravity," Cravity has been reinterpreted as a combination of 'Crave' and 'Gravity,' reflecting the members' hunger for growth and deeper artistry. The group also introduced grapes as the new symbol of their rebranded identity. 'Grapes can be sweet or tangy, and as they age, they turn into mature wine. It represents how we have many new sides to show as we continue to grow,' explained Hyeongjun. Alongside the rebranding, Cravity has undergone a major leadership change: Former leader Serim has handed over the reins to Hyeongjun and Wonjin, now co-leaders of the team. 'I have complete trust in them. Even when I was leading alone, they were always supporting me," said Serim. "Now, I'll do my best to support them in return.' Following the album release, Cravity will hold its 'Dare to Crave' concert at SK Handball Gymnasium in Seoul, July 12–13. Minhee expressed high expectations: 'The scale of this concert is bigger than before, and we've prepared so much. I'd say fans who miss it will seriously regret it. We're even doing solo performances this time.' Since its debut in 2020 amid the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cravity has faced countless setbacks, but instead of being discouraged, the group has steadily honed its skills. The group gained the nickname 'Covervity' for consistently uploading high-quality cover performances of other artists' songs. 'Rather than being known for covering other artists, we want to be recognized for our own music,' said Hyeongjun. 'We want to be a group that lasts 10 or 20 years, aging together with our fans.' Wonjin added heartfelt thanks to fans. 'I recently said on our fan platform that I want Cravity to be a team not just for ourselves, but for our fans. As time goes by, rather than chasing titles or prestige, I want us to bring happiness and joy to the people who support us,' he said.
Pink Villa
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did CRAVITY copy TXT Beomgyu's Panic? Creative Director reveals BIGHIT MUSIC's reaction to plagiarism allegations
K-pop boy group CRAVITY has recently found itself at the center of controversy following the release of concept photos for their latest album, Dare to Crave. Fans across online communities have raised concerns about striking similarities between CRAVITY's visuals and TXT's Beomgyu's concept photos. The comparisons specifically point to Beomgyu's Panic concept. The comparisons sparked debate within fandom circles. Many questioned the originality of the images and whether CRAVITY 's team had imitated a previously released concept. In response, Creative Director Rakta, who led the visual direction for CRAVITY's comeback, released a formal statement. She explains her side of the story and addresses the allegations. Rakta issues clarification In light of the backlash, Rakta stepped forward to provide context and clarity regarding the creative process behind CRAVITY's visuals. Acknowledging the concerns and similarities, she shared that she took the initiative to submit the project details to BIGHIT MUSIC, the label behind TXT. According to Rakta, BIGHIT MUSIC reviewed the planning materials. It concluded that 'it would have been impossible for CRAVITY's album to have copied Panic.' It's primarily due to the differences in the production timelines. The director emphasized that CRAVITY's concept had been in development before the controversy emerged. Rakta maintained that the core concepts and thematic direction for each project were clearly distinct. But she expressed regret that 'some of the resulting images caused confusion.' She stressed that the team had no intention of copying or borrowing from previously released content. Rakta also acknowledged the weight of the situation and asked fans to continue supporting both CRAVITY and TXT. Side-by-side comparisons spark copying claims The controversy erupted after netizens compiled side-by-side images from both projects. Fans quickly pointed out several overlapping visual elements. They include members posing inside refrigerators, sitting in bathroom stalls, lying on the floor wrapped in blankets, and crouching inside closets. Notably, the camera angles, mood lighting, and even the bathroom tiles appeared almost identical in some shots. As the images began circulating widely on social media platforms, suspicions of plagiarism intensified. Some fans of TXT and general K-pop observers accused CRAVITY's creative team of recycling aesthetics from Beomgyu's individual Panic concept without acknowledgement. Now, Rakta's explanation and BIGHIT MUSIC's reported timeline confirmation have helped ease tensions among both fandoms.
Hype Malaysia
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
K-pop Fans Defend CRAVITY's Unique Concept Photos For Upcoming Album
Fans are always eagerly awaiting their favourite K-pop idol groups to make a comeback. As part of the promotional campaign, agencies often publish concept photos of the group members to tease fans about the overall theme of the album. There have been many instances where a particular member's concept photos have broken the internet due to their visuals, but in CRAVITY (크래비티)'s case, it's for an entirely different reason. The group made waves online over the weekend, with K-pop fans divided over just how unusual their concept photos are. Full story here: CRAVITY is currently preparing not only for a comeback but also for a rebrand. The group recently underwent a lineup change, with new leadership now consisting of the original members and Hyeongjun. As such, the concept photos for their upcoming album 'Dare to Crave' are expected to reflect the boy band's current journey. On 14th June (Saturday), the group released the concept images, which depict each member, dressed in white, hatching and crawling out of an egg, covered in some sort of translucent fluid. As soon as the photos were published, many expressed shock and even disgust at the somewhat unsettling visuals. According to Allkpop, some fans have expressed disappointment with the creative team for portraying the idols in questionable poses and using unsettling imagery. Fortunately, however, the majority of reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. Many came to the group's defence, stating that the imagery of them hatching from eggs perfectly symbolises their rebranding — or in other words, their rebirth. Others argued that CRAVITY may have delivered one of the most interesting and creative concept photo sets by a K-pop idol group in recent years, especially given how similar most concept photos tend to be. As for the members themselves, they too responded to fans' reactions to the photos. Minhee admitted that he was the most shocked about the whole thing and that he wanted to go home during the shoot. 'We would unintentionally shove the person next to us and say to each other, 'Oh, god, I am so sorry'. Then, it all became so funny that we basically thought of ourselves as human curling stones. (It's like we played curling with human bodies.) We tried to laugh it off as best we could. It was fun.' Jungmo reassured that fans should look forward to the other concept photos, as they worked really hard on them. Taeyoung and Sungmin took the 'experimental' concept photos in stride, saying that they were happy to be involved in the process. What are your thoughts on the concept photos? Did you find them refreshing or disturbing? Sources: Twitter, Allkpop What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
