EPEX 3rd Album Days of Youth (韶華) Chapter 3: Romantic Youth
EPEX is making a comeback with their final album in the youth-themed full-length album trilogy, [Days of Youth (韶華) Chapter 3: Romantic Youth].
While their second full-length album, ‘Youth Deficiency,’ released in November 2024, captured stories of complex deficiencies that arise from being young, and the fulfillment of those deficiencies through every choice made, the third and final full-length album in the youth series, ‘Romantic Youth,’ contains romantic stories of young people who fully embrace all those moments of deficiency and welcome the new moments that follow. We hope this album will be a small comfort to everyone who lives their youth in their own way and discovers romance within it.
1. Nothing Happened
<Nothing Happened> is a ratchet genre track where tight, solid synth bass and brass sounds blend well, expressing a firm resolve to overcome situations in one's own way, without being swayed by formal comfort or excessive interference from others.
Korean Lyrics by Hezen(Music Cube)
Composed by Maria Marcus (ARTiffect), Adam Alexander (ARTiffect), Tobias Näslund (ARTiffect), Christian Fast (ARTiffect)
Arranged by Tobias Näslund (ARTiffect)
2. Bursting with Romance
<Bursting with Romance> is a hybrid rock track where EPEX's impetuous energy and intense charisma explode, with driving riffs and an addictive hook that keeps listeners on edge. The bold sound embodies burning passion and a challenging spirit, maximizing the story of romantic challenges possible only in youth with EPEX's unique color.
Korean Lyrics by Three Idiots(lalala studio)
Composed by imsuho, Naasim, Dr.Han, Alvin Nordqvist, Jimmy Claeson
Arranged by Naasim, Dr.Han, imsuho
3. Picasso
<Picasso> is a song that expresses the desire to create each moment anew without limits, like Pablo Picasso, and the strong will to ultimately discover possibilities even in deep darkness. It is an impressive track with a bold, synth-hip-hop-based sound, featuring powerful synth bass drops, guitar riffs, and popping 808 drum sounds.
Korean Lyrics by danke)
Composed by Landon Sears, Anthony Pavel, BJRNCK, Kyle Buckley, Charles Roberts Nelsen, MZMC)
Arranged by Pink Slip, inverness, MZMC)
4. Thank You to Tears *title
The title track, <Thank You to Tears>, is about a mature attitude towards accepting a breakup. Starting with a lyrical melody, emotions gradually build, increasing immersion. A comfortable, pop-acoustic sound, subtly enhanced with a rock touch, conveys a delicate yet profound resonance.
Korean Lyrics by danke, Park Woohyun, Lee Hyejun(ONCLASSA), Lee Jiyeon(lalala studio)
Composed by imsuho, N!ko, Dr.Han, MLC)
Arranged by Dr.Han, N!ko, imsuho)
5. Dance with the Wolf
<Dance with the Wolf> is a song that expresses a confession to a girl fallen for at first sight, delivered through playful, popping rap and witty lyrics. A dynamic melody line harmonizes with funky, groovy acoustic guitar sounds, rhythmically and cheerfully expressing a surging flow of emotions.
Korean Lyrics by Park Woohyun, 3!(lalala studio)
Composed by KZ, Kim Taeyoung, Albin Nordqvist, MLC)
Arranged by KZ, Kim Taeyoung)
6. A Night Counting Stars
<A Night Counting Stars> is a medium-tempo pop track where acoustic and electric guitars harmonize to create a warm atmosphere, sincerely and beautifully expressing precious feelings for a loved one by likening them to stars. The overall vocals and harmonies evoke a warm mood, leaving a gentle lingering impression at the end.
Korean Lyrics by danke)
Composed by imsuho, N!ko, Dr.Han, MLC, Oliver Forsmark)
Arranged by Dr.Han, N!ko, imsuho)
7. Whale Fall
<Whale Fall> is a song conveying that every moment of youth becomes a crucial element in completing one's existence, just as the fall of a whale to the deep sea after its life ends becomes the source of countless new lives. It's a rock-based, medium-tempo pop ballad, impressive for its acoustic guitar leading the overall flow and piano arrangement that evokes a descent into the sea. The vintage drums that build in intensity towards the latter half and the stadium-like outro choir echo add to its grandeur.
Korean Lyrics by danke)
Composed by imsuho, N!ko, Tim Tan)
Arranged by N!ko, imsuho)
8. Pluto
<Pluto> is a song depicting the reckless adventures of youth who set out to find all things believed to be extinct, carrying a message of challenge and hope that fortune will surely come if they don't give up. It starts with rhythmic piano playing, followed by a hopeful melody line, cheerfully expressing positive energy and the challenging spirit of youth.
Korean Lyrics by danke)
Composed by KZ, Kim Taeyoung, DINT, MLC, Gabriel Brandes)
Arranged by KZ, Kim Taeyoung)