TIOT Has Made Their Official Debut with Their New EP, Kick-START

TIOT ignites the stage with their debut EP, “Kick-START,” marking their grand entrance into the K-Pop scene.

Following the release of their pre-debut EP, “Frame the Blueprint: Prelude to Possibilities,” in August of last year, TIOT has officially debuted with their EP, “Kick-START.” While their earlier work focused on the exuberance and zeal of youth, “Kick-START” signifies a fresh chapter for TIOT, emerging onto the global stage after captivating audiences in the K-Pop survival program BOYS PLANET. With this debut, TIOT aspires to uplift and inspire not only their dedicated fans but also newcomers embarking on their own journeys.

“Hello, I’m the youngest member of TIOT, SHIN YE CHAN, and I’m thrilled to join TIOT with our official debut! Something that I’ve been only dreaming about is happening, and it just feels surreal. I was quite worried when we shared the music video for our pre-release song, “가나요 (Moonrise)”, but I was very grateful for the fans’ love which was beyond my expectations. As much as we practice diligently, we’ll show amazing performances. I promised to become a proud member of TIOT. Thank you!” – SHIN YE CHAN, member of TIOT

“Hello, this is HONG KEON HEE of TIOT, who is making an official debut, and we’ve been waiting for this moment eagerly. It seems like yesterday that we promoted “Unbeatable”, but now we’re officially debuting. There were challenges and pressures during preparation, but we worked very hard to overcome those pressures, so please send lots of support for our album Kick-START and the title track, “ROCK THANG”! To our fans who were waiting for us, thank you so much. We have gained so much energy from you while we were preparing for this album, and now we’re ready to repay your love! Let’s make beautiful memories during this album promotion too. Thank you!” – HONG KEON HEE, member of TIOT

“Kick-START” features five tracks: “ROCK THANG,” “Goosebumps,” “가나요 (Moonrise),” “Paradise,” and “아기상어 (Baby Shark).” The title track, “ROCK THANG,” carries a spirited message, urging listeners to shed uncertainty through the transformative power of music. Both KIM MIN SEOUNG and KUM JUN HYEON contributed to the lyrics of this track. “Goosebumps” seeks to console young individuals venturing into the world, acknowledging the mix of excitement and trepidation in that pivotal moment. Released on April 4th as a pre-release, “가나요 (Moonrise)” extends encouragement to those grappling with uncertainty, crafted by the acclaimed EL CAPITXN, known for collaborations with BTS, TXT, PSY, and ZEROBASONE. EL CAPITXN, along with the producing group VENDORS, played a role in crafting and producing “가나요 (Moonrise).” “Paradise” offers a serene refuge for listeners weary of their daily grind. Finally, “아기상어 (Baby Shark)” draws inspiration from the beloved children’s song, symbolizing inclusivity for TIOT and their audience. Through their music, TIOT endeavors to uplift and reassure listeners, reminding them of their resilience in the face of adversity.

About TIOT

TIOT, short for TIME IS OUR TURN, is a Korean boy group under Redstart ENM. The group comprises 4 members: KIM MIN SEOUNG, KUM JUN HYEON, HONG KEON HEE, and CHOI WOO JIN. Before joining TIOT, all members participated in Mnet’s hit program, BOYS PLANET.

Source: Press Release

Image and Video Credits: RedStart ENM