JYP Entertainment's latest girl group, NMIXX, is drawing praise for their cover of Stray Kids' "Thunderous."
Keep on reading for all the details.
NMIXX Garners Applause for Cover of Stray Kids' 'Thunderous'
On May 5, rookie girl group NMIXX held a special stage at KCON 2022. NMIXX showed off their strong image at the event by performing a cover of label mate Stray Kids' song, "Thunderous." Sadly, due to an ankle injury, Haewon could not dance and sang while sitting on a chair.
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"Thunderous" is arguably one of Stray Kids' most challenging songs to perform. The song has a strong rhythm and features several rap parts. Additionally, the choreography is fast and powerful. To perform "Thunderous" well, one must have singing, dancing, and rapping skills.
While many were worried that NMIXX's choice was too ambitious, many were surprised that they had pulled off the song well. In the end, the girl group earned praise for their ability to execute the song.
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Comments concerning the group's performance read,
"This group is truly amazing."
"I love Haewon. Even just sitting and singing is enough to show her talent.'
"I see very few groups that can cover Stray Kids. NMIXX was able to do It as rookies. That's amazing."
"Jiwoo really dances this song well."
"Haewon and Lily sing so well."
Check out their cover of 'Thunderous' here:
NMIXX KCON 2022 Stage Outfits Compared to BLACKPINK
Besides comments over their performance, many commented on their hanbok stage outfits. Some people claimed their outfits looked like BLACKPINK for their "How You Like That" promotions.
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Instead of blasting the two groups, many were happy artists are wearing modernized hanbok more after BLACKPINK.
However, others pointed out that VIXX was the first artist to wear such hanbok.
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NMIXX Recent Activities
JYP Entertainment stated on July 9, 2021 that a new girl group would debut in February 2022. Pre-orders for a limited edition of the group's debut package, titled "Blind Package," were available from July 16 through July 25, and featured the group's first album and album-related materials. From August 6 to November 19, the members were revealed through various dance videos and song covers (in order: Jinni, Jiwoo, Kyujin, Sullyoon, Bae, Haewon, and Lily).
JYP Entertainment announced on January 26, 2022 that the group's name will be NMIXX, previously known as JYPn. JYP Entertainment announced on February 18, 2022, that the group's debut showcase, which was initially set for February 22, will be postponed to March 1 because group member Bae tested positive for COVID-19.
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Written by Alexa Lewis
