The highly anticipated “HYBE Global Group” &TEAM is gearing up to captivate fans with a brand new story through their upcoming album. On Apr 6th at 0:00 a.m. KST, &TEAM unveiled the title logo of their new album on their official social media platforms.
The announcement brought excitement as &TEAM revealed that their first single from the album, titled “Samidare” (五月雨/サミダレ), is set for release on May 8th. The title “Samidare” refers to the early rainy season in May, hinting at a theme of rejuvenation and growth akin to the arrival of spring showers.
With the reveal of the album’s title, &TEAM signaled the conclusion of their “First Howling” series, which spanned from their debut album to their first full-length release. This marks the beginning of a new narrative journey for the group, revolving around the four seasons of spring, summer, fall, and winter, with “Samidare” serving as the inaugural chapter, themed around “Spring.”
Accompanying the album title announcement, &TEAM treated fans to a series of visually captivating videos that encapsulate the essence of spring. Scenes such as flower petals dancing outside a car window and a poignant postcard conveying sentiments of the spring breeze added depth to the storytelling, igniting curiosity about the unfolding narrative that will bring the nine members closer together across the seasons.
“Samidare” is scheduled for release on May 8th at 0 o’clock, promising a blend of captivating music and compelling storytelling. Leading up to the album drop, fans can expect a plethora of exciting promotional content that will further immerse them in &TEAM’s enchanting new storyline.