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Midwest Pop Sensation TWS Captivates Pasadena with Electrifying Show
14 Oct
Summary
- TWS, a 6-member K-pop group, releases new EP 'Play Hard'
- Group explores themes of youth and passion in their music
- Members contribute creatively to the album, including lyrics and choreography
In October 2025, the rising K-pop group TWS captivated audiences in Pasadena with their electrifying live performance. The 6-member band, consisting of Shinyu, Dohoon, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, and Kyungmin, has carved out a sound that is consistently energetic and undeniably youthful.
TWS, who will be celebrating their second anniversary in January 2026, recently released their fourth EP, 'Play Hard.' The album explores themes of youth and passion, with the group's members contributing creatively to the project. Jihoon and Dohoon wrote lyrics, while Jihoon also helped with the choreography, calling it "one of the most precious moments" in his life.
The album's lead single, "Overdrive," is a guitar-heavy, energetic pop song about young love that fits seamlessly into TWS' discography. The group's members have also expressed their fondness for other tracks on the album, such as the acoustic-driven "Caffeine Rush" and the passionate "Here for You."
Despite the challenges of the constantly evolving music ecosystem, TWS has found early domestic success, with their debut single "Plot Twist" still charting on the Korean Melon music chart nearly two years later. The group's members have also had the opportunity to perform in the U.S., including at KCON L.A., iHeartRadio, and the MAMA Awards, and they are eager to return and connect with their American fans.
