Christmas in August? THE BOYZ To Release Full Album With Yuletide Concept —K-pop Fans Raise Brows

Fans are having mixed reactions over THE BOYZ's concept photos for their upcoming full album in August due to their styling.

Here's what they're saying.

THE BOYZ's Yuletide 'Christmas in August' Concept Photos Draw Mixed Reactions: 'This is for their full album?'

The Bs are scratching their heads with THE BOYZ's new teasers.

On July 31, fans were excited to learn of THE BOYZ returning to the K-pop scene, which led to an open discussion. However, the author of the post claimed how their teasers were drawing in bad reactions because of their styling.

Netizens gathered on the comment section, where they expressed their frustration. They exclaimed on why the group would go for a winter-themed concept despite the hot season. Fans also pointed out the teaser's font choice, image editing, and overlapping colors.

Read their reactions below:

• "It's so hot nowadays I feel like collapsing. Why is he wearing that on his neck?"
• "Aside from their clothes, what is up with that font?"
• "I guess they could've made the editing a bit more 'faint' if they were going for an old-school magazine concept."
• "I understand their intention, but it was poorly executed, fashion and concept wise."
• "It sucks because, it doesn't even feel like Christmas yet. It looks like the colors red and green were just mashed together."
• "Is the song supposed to be related to Christmas?"
• "I get what they're trying to do, but I also can't say that it's pretty."

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Meanwhile, some were just fine with the concept photos, and were simply happy to see new content from THE BOYZ.

• "Personally, I think it's cute lmao. I like the idea."
• "I don't hate it to be honest."
• "It matches the concept though, so I really don't mind it."
• "I mean, it is Christmas in August."

THE BOYZ's comeback announcement was first made on July 20. According to an IST Entertainment source, the group will drop their second full-length album on August 7.

THE BOYZ World Tour: 'ZENERATION' Dates, Cities Announced!

On May 22, THE BOYZ officially announced their schedule for their second world tour "ZENERATION."

THE BOYZ started the tour at the KSPO Dome from May 19 to 21, which offered a three-night concert. Afterwards, it was followed by their venture in Japan, where they performed in Niigata (May 31), Kobe (June 3 and 4), and Fukuoka (June 8).

For the month of June, the group also performed in Taipei (June 10), Macau (June 24), Gifu (June 26), and Hiroshima (June 28). Their July schedule consists of Saitama (July 1, 2), Manila (July 15), Singapore (July 20), and Jakarta (July 29). Finally, in August, they will perform in Bangkok (August 5, 6).

What do you think of their concept photos? Are you excited for their upcoming full album? Let us know in the comments below!

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Written by Riely Miller