MEOVV Returns with Bach-Sampling Title Track 'DDI RO RI' on EP 'BITE NOW'

After eight months away, MEOVV marked its return with the second EP 'BITE NOW' at a showcase held at Cube Convention Center in Seoul on June 1. The album was released at 6 p.m. that day on various online music sites.

The five-track EP crosses genres from classical to EDM, R&B, and acoustic pop. Member participation increased on this album, with Gawon and Narin revealing that producer Teddy gave them the mission to direct each other's recordings, which became a chance to understand one another more deeply. The members said they felt both anticipation and pressure when first hearing the title track.

Fans who waited through the long break will find a group that prepared with determination. The members spent time together refining teamwork and details, and they aim to become artists who "make the stage delicious" while showing that they can handle any genre.

Key Facts

• MEOVV's second EP 'BITE NOW' includes five tracks: "DDI RO RI," "Hit' Em," "In My Hands," "Favorite Song," and "Revenge."
• The title track samples Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D minor, reinterpreted with MEOVV's unique color to express overwhelm and wildness on stage.
• Ella noted that the melody "DDI RO RI" was a familiar childhood sound, but blending it with the beat brought a different charm.
• Anna and Suin chose "In My Hands" as their favorite b-side, citing a cute choreography not shown before.
• Gawon said they want to earn the tag "MEOVVchelin" (a play on Michelin) by delivering high-quality stage, music, performance, and visuals.
• Suin said the group prepared with "steely resolve" and "put everything on the line" for fans who waited eight months.

Key Terms

• MEOVVchelin: A term coined by the group, combining MEOVV with "Michelin," meaning they aim to deliver a premium, "delicious" stage experience across all elements.
• Lovely predator: A tag Suin wants, describing the group as lovable offstage but strong and cool onstage like a predator.

Key Quote

"Because the break was long, we spent a lot of time together focusing on refining our teamwork and details. With the thought that we must do really well for fans who waited so long, we prepared with steely resolve. We put everything on the line." — Suin

Next

• Stream the second EP 'BITE NOW' and the title track "DDI RO RI" on all major online music platforms.
• Watch for MEOVV's stage performances showcasing the new "beast" transformation.