CORTIS has unveiled their second set of concept photos, 'STREET', highlighting a raw aesthetic captured during their recent musical stay in Los Angeles. The group opted for casual attire and everyday urban settings to emphasize their identity of breaking away from conventional standards.
Summary
| Event | Detail |
|---|
| Release | Second concept photo set: 'STREET' |
| Location | Los Angeles, USA |
| Styling | Casual wear (hoodies, jeans, sweats) with minimal makeup |
| Promotion | Interactive Google Maps reviews |
Key Facts
- The 'STREET' photos were shot in everyday locations like roads, stairs, and building walls rather than a studio.
- Members spent several months in Los Angeles working on music prior to the photoshoot.
- The theme, 'COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES', represents thinking and expressing freely away from societal standards and rules.
- A previous concept set, 'BRIDGE', featured the members at meaningful locations from their trainee days in Seoul.
- CORTIS is implementing a Google Maps promotion where members share coordinates and personal memories of the photo locations.
- The upcoming album, GREENGREEN, explores what the group aims for and what they are wary of.
Key Terms
- CORTIS: A five-member K-pop group consisting of Martin, James, Juhun, Sunghyun, and Kunho.
- GREENGREEN: The group's second mini-album, scheduled for a May 4 release.
- REDRED: The title track, featuring a pre-release window for its audio and music video.
Key Quote
"I feel like we showed our appearance vividly and raw & rough."
— Martin
Next
- April 20 at 6 PM: Pre-release of the title track 'REDRED' audio, music video, and performance film.
- May 4: Official release of the 2nd mini-album GREENGREEN.