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New Straits Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: CRAVITY aspire to be K-pop masters
RISING K-pop sensations CRAVITY recently made their Malaysian debut at the K-pop Masterz concert series. The show was held at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC), Seri Kembangan, Selangor. CRAVITY, a nine-member group, debuted in 2020 and were quickly dubbed "Monster Rookies" by the South Korean media. Known for their energetic performances, captivating stage presence and unique musical style, the group consists of Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung and Seongmin. They shot to fame with tracks such as 'Break All The Rules' and 'Cloud 9', earning several Rookie Of The Year awards at South Korean music shows. BILLBOARD Formed by Starship Entertainment, they debuted on April 14, 2020, with their extended play 'Season 1. Hideout: Remember Who We Are'. CRAVITY subsequently became the first 2020 rookie artiste to debut on the Billboard K-pop Hot 100 and earned "New Artiste of the Year" at the 12th Melon Music Awards, "Best of Next" at the 2020 Mnet Asian Music Awards, and "Rookie Award" in the 4th Soribada Awards. UNIVERSE In a recent interview to mark their debut performance in Kuala Lumpur, Woobin said that Jungmo, Wonjin, Minhee and Hyeongjun participated in the show Produce X 101 in 2019, representing Starship Entertainment. "We officially became CRAVITY in March 2020. CRAVITY's name is an amalgamation of the words 'Creativity' and 'Gravity' that implies bringing you into our universe with our unique charm," he said. UPBEAT When asked to describe their music, Woobin said: "It's infectious, upbeat and inventive, a blend of K-pop, hip-hop, EDM and pop, with catchy melodies and powerful vocal and rap performances." Wonjin said: "Our music showcases a range of themes, reflecting the experiences of youth, personal growth, empowerment and self-confidence." Allen described their major musical influences as boybands Shinee, BTS, Monsta X and NCT, as well as international solo artiste Lauv. CRAVITY's recent concert might be their first in the country, but Jungmo said that they had visited KL in the past. "A few years ago, we visited Malaysia for the first time — the weather was amazing, the atmosphere was so nice, and the people's reactions were incredible. "We made so many happy memories, and personally, it's a place I'd love to visit again." All of the band's members had dreamed of becoming successful artistes. FIRST Wonjin said: "Music is the first thing that perks me up every morning, likewise my bandmates." "It's like food for my soul," added Allen. Wonjin added that while all of them are into dance music and pop, he personally prefers R&B music. "I love the chill vibes when I listen to this genre of music," he said. ROCK Allen said: "For me, rock and hip-hop any day. They are cool and fast." Have the boys dabbled in acting? "Not yet, but we would love to try acting in future. For me, starring in an action movie is great," said Serim. What was their best experience in a concert to date? Seongmin said: "That was during our recent concert 'Beyond Your Memories' in Seoul. Everyone sang and danced, and it was a truly nostalgic moment." TOUR Whenever they go on a world tour, the boys feel very excited. According to Jungmo, the most exciting thing about a world tour is visiting different countries, learning different languages and getting to know different ways of life. "We love discovering new things," he said. All members of the group now write music, and they are proud of "standing on their own feet". Woobin said: "At first, only the founding members could write music. Now all of us do. For our second album, all of us wrote at least a song." PILOT What would they have been if they had not become singers? "If I were not a singer, I would have been a basketball player," said Wonjin. "I'd be a pilot as I love flying," said Allen. TRACKS When asked about their new album 'Dare To Crave', Hyeongjun said that it has 12 songs. "Besides the first single 'Set Net Go?!' about determination and the will to succeed, the other songs include three unit tracks," he said. Allen said: "It symbolises the audacity of embracing one's desires and instincts." As for the unit tracks, they explore personal aspects of their shared identity. BLURRED Woobin said: "I produced 'Rendez-vous' about encounters that awaken blurred emotions. Serim said: "I composed 'Marionette' about complex feelings and intense relationships." Wonjin said: "And I came up with 'Wish Upon A Star', a soft and reflective song about promises kept after a long wait. "As for 'Set Net Go?!' it encapsulates youthful energy and invites fans to surge forward through life's challenges." FOOD Who is the greatest musician or singer they have worked with? "Singer and music producer Brother Su is a great person I have worked with. He bought me lots of delicious food, helped me sing better and guided me in my career"" said Wonjin. "Joohoney of Monsta X helped us a lot, he is full of brilliant musical ideas and brings such great energy to us," said Allen.
New Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: K-pop bands Ateez, Cravity to hold maiden KL show on May 31
KUALA LUMPUR: K-pop sensations Ateez and Cravity are set to make their Malaysian debut at the K-pop Masterz concert series. The show kicks off at 5.30pm on May 31 at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC), here. Ateez, an eight-member South Korean group whose name stands for "A TEEnager Z," burst onto the global scene after their debut in October 2018. Comprising Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho, they are renowned for high-energy performances and hits like 'Wave', 'Answer', and 'Wonderland'. In a landmark year for the group, Ateez became the first K-pop act to perform at the US music festival Coachella in 2024 and also headlined Morocco's Mawazine music festival. Cravity, a nine-member group, debuted in 2020 and were quickly dubbed "Monster Rookies" by Korean media. Known for their energetic performances, captivating stage presence, and unique musical style, the group consists of Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung, and Seongmin. They shot to fame with tracks such as 'Break All The Rules' and 'Cloud 9', earning several 'Rookie Of The Year' awards at Korean music shows. The event is organised by Paradise E&A, Monday Morning Creative Lab, and Genesis Entertainment, with Entertainment and Three Angles Production as co-organisers.
The Star
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
K-pop bands Ateez and Cravity to perform in KL for the first time
K-pop boy bands Ateez (pic) and Cravity will be performing in Kuala Lumpur for the first time ever on May 31. — Photos: Handout K-pop boy bands Ateez and Cravity will be performing in Kuala Lumpur for the first time ever on May 31, 5.30pm, at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC), as part of the K-pop Masterz concert series. Ateez, short for 'A TEEnager Z', is an eight-member South Korean boy group that has taken the world by storm immediately after their debut in October 2018. Comprising Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho, the band is best known for hits like Wave , Answer , and Wonderland , as well as their high-energy performances. In 2024, Ateez became the first K-pop boy group to perform at US music festival Coachella, as well as headlining Morocco's Mawazine music festival. Known for their energetic performances, charming stage presence, unique and versatile music styles, Cravity made its debut in 2020 and were quickly nicknamed the 'Monster Rookies' by Korean media. Comprising nine members (Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung, and Seongmin), it shot to fame with hits like Break all the Rules and Cloud 9 and won several "Rookie of the Year" awards at big Korean music shows. Tickets for the show are now available for purchase online at and range from RM359 to RM999. The K-pop Masterz is a concert series that showcases top rising artistes from Asia, mainly Korea, combining performances and fan talks, connecting K-pop fans worldwide with artistes, supporting album promotion, and publicity. The K-pop Masterz 2025 in Kuala Lumpur event is organised by Paradise E&A, Monday Morning Creative Lab, and Genesis Entertainment, and co- organised by Entertainment and Three Angles Production.
