Get to know NOWadays: K-Pop's new 5-member boy group to release new single album 'NOWHERE'
On August 27, the 5-member boy group unveiled the music video (MV) for the lead track, "Why Not?".
NOWadays
CUBE Entertainment’s rookie boy group NOWadays is gearing up for a comeback with their new single album, 'NOWHERE'. This second single album features three tracks: "Why Not?", "Heart vs Head," and "Not Him, But You."
On August 27, the 5-member boy group unveiled the music video (MV) for the lead track, "Why Not?". The song is a hip-hop dance track infused with funky brass elements, perfectly capturing NOWadays' blend of free-spirited and intense energy. The lyrics playfully depict a boy who falls in love with his dream girl, only to be teased by his friends.
The members Hyeonbin, Yoon, Yeonwoo, Jinhyuk, and Siyun, who officially debuted on April 2, 2024, will surely be eager to impress all with their unique charm and musicality. With their new album on the horizon, it’s time to get to know these members a little better.
Hyeonbin
Birth Name: Kim Hyeon Bin
Position(s): Leader, Vocalist
Birthdate: August 31st, 2002
The Korean idol was a contestant on Produce X 101, where he was eliminated in episode 11, finishing in 30th place. Over the years, he has trained under several companies: Source Music (2019-2020), KOZ Entertainment (2020), and WM Entertainment (2020-2021). During his time at WM Entertainment, he was also a member of the trainee group Ggumnamu (also known as Dream Tree or WM Boys). Hyeonbin has been training under CUBE Entertainment since 2022.
Yoon
Birth Name: Lee Yoon
Position(s): Vocalist
Birthdate: August 27th, 2003
This South Korean singer was introduced as a member of NOWadays on March 7, 2024. It is stated that he has a 3-year trainee period. He also made a brief appearance on the MBC show 'Point of Omniscient Interfere', where he showcased his vocal talents from his trainee days.
Yeonwoo
Birth Name: Jeong Yeonwoo
Position(s): Dancer, Vocalist
Birthdate: September 23rd, 2003
Born in Songpa-gu, Seoul, South Korea, he trained under CUBE Entertainment for 7 years before being introduced as a member of NOWadays on March 7, 2024. He also made an appearance in Soyeon's 2021 music video "Beam Beam."
Jinhyuk
Birth Name: Jang Jinhyuk
Position(s): Rapper
Birthdate: May 21st, 2004
Jinhyuk was introduced as a member of NOWadays on March 7, 2024. He appeared in Hui (PENTAGON)'s special performance of "Cold Killer" and made an appearance in Soyeon's 2021 music video "Beam Beam." He also has writing credits on two songs from the group's debut album "Nowadays": 'OoWee', 'Ticket' and "Rainy Day (2024 Remake Ver.).
Siyun
Birth Name: Kim Siyun
Position(s): Rapper, Maknae
Birthdate: August 24th, 2004
He was introduced as a member of NOWadays on March 7, 2024. He has writing credits on several tracks, including "OoWee," "Ticket," and "Rainy Day (2024 Remake Ver.)" from the group's debut album Nowadays, as well as the song "걔말고너" from the album Nowhere.