Xdinary Heroes IMPULSE: 7 Tracks on Youth and Desire
Xdinary Heroes IMPULSE arrived on the 12th with “Obsessed with Youth” as its title track. The new mini album contains seven songs, built around the band’s exploration of desire, impulse and the mixed emotions associated with youth.
Xdinary Heroes IMPULSE explores youth’s contradictions
The album looks beyond youth’s bright moments to include periods of uncertainty and instability. Xdinary Heroes described its central message in an interview as accepting emotions as they come, whether positive or negative, instead of denying what one feels. The band said it wanted to show how excitement and longing can meet anxiety, while a person tries to find a direction forward.
The group also discussed how the album differs from its previous release, “DEADAND.” Xdinary Heroes said the new project carries a deeper atmosphere and a more mature appeal. The title track, “Obsessed with Youth,” focuses on the exhilaration and instability of youth, as well as brilliant moments that are fading. The band said hope and unease existing together were among the feelings that resonated most while making the song. It also described a desire to grow further and the impulse to give everything to the present while reaching toward a dreamed-of future.
Seven songs, with members contributing to the credits
Alongside “Obsessed with Youth,” the mini album includes “Give Up The Ghost,” “Slashhh!,” “u and me in arguments,” “You Right There,” “Love in dystopia,” and “Breathe in, Breathe out.” Members contributed to credits on multiple tracks, including songwriting and composition.
Jeongsu recalled feeling that the central theme of “You Right There” had come together when the phrase “you right there” emerged during the work. Gaon said the lyric “I wanna hear your voice, calling my name” was a favorite part, and noted adding “If i could” to create a turn in the lyrics. O.de singled out a lyric from “Obsessed with Youth” as capturing the song’s view of youth. O.de also explained that “Breathe in, Breathe out” began with a grand atmosphere and took on a more delicate character through an acoustic reworking.
The members discussed other tracks individually in the interview. Jeongsu chose “Give Up The Ghost,” describing its polished, grand atmosphere alongside the band’s powerful energy. Gaon pointed to the heavy-rock track “u and me in arguments,” noting its explosive band sound. O.de highlighted the fast-moving development of “You Right There.” Junhan also chose “u and me in arguments,” citing its minor-key mood and rough distortion. Jooyeon selected “Give Up The Ghost,” saying it felt conceived with a live performance in mind.
Release details and the band’s performance approach
The album was released on the 12th. Across the project, Xdinary Heroes brings together intense band playing and delicate acoustic arrangements to express different emotional textures. The band said it focused on letting each member’s playing and vocals retain their energy. Rather than aiming for a perfectly polished presentation, the members said they wanted to show the feelings of this period of life even when those feelings come across as awkward or imperfect. They also said they aim to bring unfiltered emotion and energy to the stage.
Xdinary Heroes recalled performing at Lollapalooza Chicago, opening for British rock band MUSE at its concert in Korea, and appearing at various rock festivals. The band described every moment shared with audiences at those stages as memorable. It singled out Lollapalooza Chicago as its first large-scale festival performance overseas and a stage the members had long dreamed of.
Key Takeaways
- Xdinary Heroes IMPULSE is a seven-track mini album released on the 12th. “Obsessed with Youth” is its title track.
- The album addresses youth through excitement, longing and anxiety. The band said its message encourages accepting emotions rather than denying them.
- Members contributed to credits on multiple songs. The arrangements combine intense band playing with delicate acoustic elements.
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