'Switch On' to the musical world of ASTRO with added 'Refreshing Fantasy'!
Having proven their presence with their 2nd full album [All Yours], ASTRO is creating their own musical trend with their 8th mini album [SWITCH ON]. The eighth mini album [SWITCH ON] is an album that ASTRO gifts to themselves, capturing their past, present, and future over the past six years, reflecting their strong relationship. This album consists of a total of 6 songs, each containing the emotions of the six members, and showcases ASTRO's growth as an artist leading the musical trend with 'Refreshing Fantasy', having established themselves as 'Refreshing Idols'.
ASTRO's artist aspect has grown with 'SWITCH ON'
Throughout ASTRO's long yet short journey, they have always created new charms through challenges without losing their individuality and color, and this album encapsulates their charm and confidence. In particular, this album expresses their ambition to bring joy to the world through ASTRO's music, raising expectations. Until now, members MJ, JinJin, and Rocky have participated in writing and composing, but this time, all members have contributed to the lyrics and composition, showcasing their musical growth. The album is filled with ASTRO's affection, which can be found throughout.
ASTRO's sincerity expressed in 'After Midnight'
ASTRO expresses their feelings for each other in the lyrics of the title track 'After Midnight', capturing their sincerity and relationship. Notably, member Cha Eun-woo's participation in the songwriting draws attention, and it is a disco-based funky and enjoyable uptempo pop song that allows listeners to feel ASTRO's refreshing energy. With an addictive hook and a cheerful melody reminiscent of midsummer, ASTRO has proven their unique presence with exotic visuals and point choreography that add a refreshing and sexy charm.
Expanded musical spectrum capturing ASTRO's charm
[SWITCH ON] includes a total of 6 songs, each with different charms. With ASTRO's refreshing energy combined with more mature visuals and musical sounds, they have completed another work with a palette of diverse colors. The title track 'After Midnight' enhances ASTRO's refreshing energy. Additionally, the album's track 'Footprint' contains ASTRO's footprints that allow fans to reminisce together. Moreover, all members participated in writing and composing, showcasing ASTRO's musical trend as they have grown as artists.
Over the past six years, ASTRO has continued to grow globally in various fields, and through this album, they aimed to solidify their identity by adding new colors of diverse challenges based on their own colors. We look forward to ASTRO's musical growth that will radiate the most ASTRO-like colors and complete 'Perfect Midnight' this summer. Let's 'SWITCH ON' together to the new musical world born from ASTRO's fingertips.
01. After Midnight
After Midnight is an enjoyable uptempo pop song featuring a disco-based funky beat, highlighted by piano and bass that enhance its charm. Member Cha Eun-woo participated in the lyrics, expressing the desire to spend the night with someone special and depict a perfect escape. It's a song where you can enjoy ASTRO's refreshing energy with an exciting melody.
Lyrics by Cha Eun-woo, Kim Yeon-seo, Kim Young-jin, Lee Jae-eun
Rap Making by JinJin, Rocky
Composed by ALYSA, Carlyle Fernandes, Sean Michael Alexander, SQVARE
Arranged by Carlyle Fernandes, ALYSA
Drum Performed by Jabong
Vocal Directed by Kim Yeon-seo, OBROS
Background Vocals by Sam Carter
Recorded by Kim Min-hee @821 Sound, Jeong Mo-yeon (assist. Lee Yoo-na, Lee Kang-hyun) @Vibe Music Studio 606
Digital Editing by Sam Carter
Engineered for Mix by Kang Seon-young
Mixed by Gu Jong-pil @KLANG STUDIO
Mastered by Chris Gehringer @ Sterling Sound
Original Title : After Midnight
Original Writers : ALYSA, Carlyle Fernandes, Sean Michael Alexander, SQVARE
Original Publishers : EKKO Music Rights Europe (powered by CTGA) / Dawn Ridge Publishing / SQVARE MUSIC Publishing
Sub-Publishers : EKKO Music Rights (powered by CTGA) / Music Cube, Inc.
02. Footprint
A song that adds a refreshing feel with tropical sounds to the EDM-based genre, featuring warm and rich vocoder sounds and whistle melodies that create a bright summer vibe. The lyrics emotionally reflect ASTRO's past footprints, allowing fans to reminisce together. Notably, member Moonbin participated in the lyrics, adding meaning to this charming song.
Lyrics by Moonbin, Soo-kyung (Flying Lab)
Composed by Nomasgood, Vendors (San), Joliker Leandre
Arranged by Nomasgood
Guitar Performed by zenur
Vocal Directed by AIMING (Kim Soo-bin)
Background Vocals by Sam Carter
Recorded by Jeong Mo-yeon (assist. Lee Yoo-na, Lee Kang-hyun) @Vibe Music Studio 606
Digital Editing by Woo Min-jeong
Engineered for Mix by Kang Seon-young
Mixed by Gu Jong-pil @KLANG STUDIO
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @821 Sound Mastering
Original Publisher : Plug and Play, Flying Lab
Sub Publisher : Fujipacific Music Korea Inc.
03. Waterfall
This song enhances the refreshing sound by using a variety of instruments such as flute, bells, tambourine, and live bass. The pre-chorus introduces string instruments, adding enjoyment to the listening experience with lyrics about overcoming difficulties and striving for a hopeful future, while the chorus expresses emotional depth with strong live drums and synth bass sounds, completing a story-driven melody line.
Lyrics by Mi-seong (Music Cube, Inc.), JinJin, Kim Soo-jung (Music Cube, Inc.)
Composed by ALYSA, Phil Schwan, Sean Michael Alexander, SQVARE
Arranged by ALYSA, Phil Schwan
Vocal Directed by AIMING (Kim Soo-bin)
Background Vocals by Sam Carter
Recorded by Jeong Mo-yeon (assist. Lee Yoo-na, Lee Kang-hyun) @Vibe Music Studio 606
Digital Editing by Soo-kyung, Sam Carter
Engineered for Mix by Kang Seon-young
Mixed by Gu Jong-pil @KLANG STUDIO
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @821 Sound Mastering
Original Title : Waterfall
Original Writers : ALYSA, Phil Schwan, Sean Michael Alexander, SQVARE
Original Publishers : Music Cube, Inc., Blue Satellite Publishing, Dawn Ridge Publishing, SQVARE MUSIC Publishing
Sub-Publisher : Music Cube, Inc
04. Sunset Sky
“Because of the footprints we've walked together, we can paint the steps forward and tomorrow's sunset”
A ballad that adds an R&B feel to acoustic sounds, with warm guitar sounds and string instruments that evoke a calm evening sea landscape. This song was completed based on the emotions that member MJ felt while at the Han River, aiming to create a melody that evokes the sea. It's a song that immerses listeners in the summer evening's sunset colors.
Lyrics by MJ, Park Sang-min
Rap Making by JinJin, Rocky
Composed by MJ, Park Sang-min, Park Yong-hyun, Jabong, Moses Sun
Arranged by Park Yong-hyun
String Arranged by Moses Sun
Drum Performed by Jabong
Vocal Directed by Seo Gi
Background Vocals by Do Jae-kyung
Recorded by Jeong Mo-yeon (assist. Lee Yoo-na, Lee Kang-hyun) @Vibe Music Studio 606
Digital Editing by Woo Min-jeong
Mixed by Hong Seong-jun (assist. Hong Soo-yeon) @Gaenari Sound
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @821 Sound Mastering
05. MY ZONE
A song in the Future House genre, combining groovy bass sounds with dark yet sophisticated synth instruments, with member JinJin participating in the lyrics and composition. The lyrics express the journey of someone who struggled to overcome trauma in darkness, realizing they are a shining person by facing their inner self. The message of stylishly expressing the desire to create their own space (MY ZONE) and overcome trauma on stage is conveyed.
Lyrics by JinJin, Lee Jae-ni (Flying Lab)
Rap Making by JinJin, Rocky
Composed by Sam Carter, Nomasgood, JinJin, Yoon San-ha
Arranged by Nomasgood
Background Vocals by Sam Carter
Recorded by Jeong Mo-yeon (assist. Lee Yoo-na, Lee Kang-hyun) @Vibe Music Studio 606
Digital Editing by Sam Carter
Engineered for Mix by Kang Seon-young
Mixed by Gu Jong-pil @KLANG STUDIO
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @821 Sound Mastering
Original Publisher : Plug and Play, Flying Lab
Sub Publisher : Fujipacific Music Korea Inc.
06. Don’t Worry
A synth-pop song featuring refreshing sounds reminiscent of the blue sea, with a piano & guitar line expressing tender emotions, harmonizing with a powerful beat and addictive synth sounds to complete a harmonious melody line. Members Cha Eun-woo and Rocky participated in the lyrics and composition, capturing emotions akin to a confession to another self in the mirror. Through the weakened self, the strong relationship among the six members of ASTRO, who have run together through the past and present, as well as their affection and comfort for each other, can be glimpsed.
Lyrics by Cha Eun-woo, Rocky, OBROS, OBROS2
Rap Making by JinJin, Rocky
Composed by Rocky, OBROS, OBROS2, Cha Eun-woo, SEAN OH, Yuki
Arranged by OBROS, SEAN OH
Guitar Performed by Moon Jong-hyuk
Piano & Synth & Drum & Bass Performed by OBROS, SEAN OH
Background Vocals by OBROS2, Yuki
Recorded by Jeong Mo-yeon (assist. Lee Yoo-na, Lee Kang-hyun) @Vibe Music Studio 606
Digital Editing by Woo Min-jeong
Engineered for Mix by Kang Seon-young
Mixed by Gu Jong-pil @KLANG STUDIO
Mastered by Kwon Nam-woo @821 Sound Mastering