Zelos (single album) explained

Zelos
Cover:VIXX Zelos (EP) cover.png
Type:single album
Artist:VIXX
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Zelos (; Greek: Ζῆλος, Zēlos, literally "zeal") is the fifth single album, and the first part of the VIXX 2016 CONCEPTION trilogy, followed by Hades and Kratos, by the South Korean boy band VIXX. The album was released on April 19, 2016 under the label of Jellyfish Entertainment. The song "Dynamite" was used to promote the album.

Background and release

On March 16, 2016 Jellyfish Entertainment revealed that VIXX would return with a new album on April 19, 2016, which was said to be more mature and powerful. With fan anticipation growing, a representative said "Whatever you’re expecting, expect more. In addition to their music, VIXX is a group that gets interest for their performance, fashion, accessories, etc. As always, we’re preparing to capture the public’s attention with this album."[1] [2] On March 29, 2016, Jellyfish Entertainment released the Conception Art Film,[3] which was said to signal the start of their year-long project and trilogy VIXX 2016 CONCEPTION,[4] [5] through which the group would show their wide musical and conceptual spectrum.[6] An official Instagram for the project was also created at that time.[7] [8]

On April 10, 2016, VIXX released the opening trailer of 2016 CONCEPTION,[9] and on April 12, 2015, they revealed teasers to their upcoming fifth single album, Zelos.[10] It was also announced that the album would come in two versions, a regular version and a Kihno version. The regular version would come with the CD, 68-page photobook, photo card and poster while the Kihno version would come with the Kihno card, post card with printed autograph, a set of 30 photocards and a poster.[11] [12] On April 14, 2016, the group revealed the Zelos Concept Film,[13] [14] along with the release of the track list and highlight medley.[15] On April 17, VIXX released the Official Teaser for "Dynamite".[16] On April 18, an hour before the release VIXX went live on Naver V Live counting down to the moment Zelos was released. During the countdown VIXX shared fun and interesting stories about the album, as well as singing the title track "Dynamite" and ballad "Bad Bye" live.[17] After the release of Zelos, on April 19, 2016, the title track "Dynamite" topped the digital charts at number one on Naver Music, Mnet, Bugs, and Genie while they were high on the charts for Melon, Olleh, and Soribada.[18] The music video for "Dynamite" was released on April 20, 2016.[19] The music video features Jellyfish Trainee and Produce 101 contestant Kim Na-young as the veiled woman.[20]

Zelos charted at number 1 on the Gaon album chart selling cumulative 89,910 copies in April,[21] with the title song "Dynamite" charting at number 14 on the Gaon Digital Chart and number 4 on Billboard World Digital Songs.

Concept

VIXX 2016 CONCEPTION, VIXX's year-long project is themed around the gods that appear in Greek mythology and their 5th single album concept is based upon Zelos; the Greek God of Jealousy and Rivalry.

Member N states:

Member Ravi states:

Composition

"Dynamite" was written by songwriter Misfit and VIXX member Ravi. The song was composed by Simon Janlöv, Andrew Choi and MELODESIGN and arranged and produced by Simon Janlöv for Hitfire Production. The second track "Six Feet Under" was written by Kim Sujeong and Ravi and composed and arranged by Harry Brooks, Dan Goudie and Ash Milton. The third and final track "Bad Bye" was written by Kim Ji-hyang and Ravi and composed and arranged by MELODESIGN, Keeproots and Fascinating.

Promotion

VIXX began promoting Zelos with a showcase at Lotte Card Art Center in Seoul on April 19, 2016 followed by performing "Dynamite" and ballad "Bad Bye" on SBS MTV's The Show.[22] They performed on various music programs including KBS's Music Bank, MBC's Show! Music Core, SBS's Inkigayo, Mnet's M! Countdown and MBC Music's Show Champion. VIXX gained their first win for "Dynamite" on April 26 on The Show.[23] VIXX wrapped up their month long promotions for "Dynamite" on May 15, 2016 on Inkigayo and during that time VIXX won 1st place five times on the music shows and achieved their second Triple Crown on The Show.

Track listing

The credits are adapted from the official homepage of the group.[24]

Chart performance

ChartPeak
position
Sales
South Korea (Gaon album chart)1
  • KOR: 108,870<
--216,204(2016)-->[25]
South Korea (Gaon Digital Chart (Dynamite)14
Billboard World Digital Songs (Dynamite)4

Awards and nominations

Awards

YearAwardCategoryRecipientResult
2016SBS PopAsia AwardsAlbum of The Year[26] Conception Trilogy (Zelos, Hades and Kratos)
2017Seoul Music AwardsBonsang Award"Dynamite"

Music program awards

SongMusic showDate
"Dynamite"The ShowApril 26, 2016[27] [28]
Show ChampionApril 27, 2016[29]
Music BankApril 29, 2016[30] [31]
The ShowMay 3, 2016[32]
The ShowMay 10, 2016[33]

Credits and personnel

Release history

RegionDateFormatLabel
South KoreaApril 19, 2016
WorldwideDigital downloadJellyfish Entertainment

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: [단독] 빅스, 4월 19일 컴백 확정 "무엇을 기대하든 그 이상"]. Naver (in Korean). 16 March 2016. 16 March 2016.
  2. Web site: VIXX To Return With New Album In April. kpopstarz.com. 20 March 2016. 17 March 2016.
  3. Web site: Update: VIXX Increases Your Heart Rate With Anticipation Through "Conception" Art Film. 28 March 2016 . 28 March 2016.
  4. Web site: VIXX prepares you for comeback with 'Conception'. 28 March 2016.
  5. Web site: VIXX, SEVENTEEN, and Lovelyz Jump on the "Trilogy" Bandwagon. 19 April 2016 . 21 April 2016.
  6. Web site: 겁 없는 여섯 남자, 빅스 – Singles May Issue . April 18, 2016.
  7. Web site: '컴백' 빅스, 1년 프로젝트 콘셉트 힌트 대방출. 12 April 2016.
  8. Web site: 빅스, 연간 프로젝트 예고…아트 필름으로 예열. 12 April 2016.
  9. Web site: VIXX go on a search in 'Conception' opening trailer. 11 April 2016.
  10. Web site: VIXX Shares Cover Image + Teasers For 5th Single Album 'Zelos'. 12 April 2016.
  11. Web site: VIXX 5TH SINGLE "ZELOS" . 20 April 2016.
  12. Web site: VIXX 5TH SINGLE "ZELOS" KIHNO VERSION. 20 April 2016.
  13. Web site: VIXX are somber and brooding in concept film for 'Zelos'. 15 April 2016.
  14. VIXX Zelos CONCEPT FILM . Apr 14, 2016.
  15. Web site: VIXX Reveals Tracklist and Highlight Medley for "Zelos" Mini Album. 15 April 2016 . 16 April 2016.
  16. Web site: VIXX are 'Dynamite' in teaser video . 18 April 2016.
  17. Web site: VIXX Comeback Coundown Live. 22 April 2016.
  18. Web site: VIXX Tops Music Charts With New Mini Album "Zelos" . 19 April 2016 . 21 April 2016.
  19. Web site: VIXX Go Lighter But Stay Edgy With 'Dynamite' Single & Video. . 21 April 2016.
  20. Web site: VIXX Releases Funky MV for "Dynamite" Off New Single Album . 19 April 2016 . 21 April 2016.
  21. Web site: South Korean Gaon Chart: Album (Weekly) – April 17, 2016 to April 23, 2016. Gaon Chart. Korea Music Content Industry Association. 28 April 2016.
  22. Web site: VIXX Is Not Worried About BTS and SEVENTEEN's Overlapping Promotions . 19 April 2016 . 21 April 2016.
  23. Web site: Watch: VIXX Takes 1st Win for "Dynamite" on "The Show," Performances by Yesung, UP10TION, and More. Soompi. 26 April 2016 . April 26, 2016.
  24. Web site: VIXX 5th Single: Zelos. April 19, 2016 . Jellyfish Entertainment. May 1, 2016.
  25. Cumulative sales for Zelos
  26. Web site: SBS PopAsia Award 2016: Album of The Year. www.sbs.com.au. November 16, 2016.
  27. Web site: [MD포토] 빅스 '다이너마이트'로 첫 1위 했어요]. Naver. April 26, 2016.
  28. Web site: VIXX take first win for 'Dynamite' on 'The Show'. Allkpop. April 26, 2016.
  29. Web site: Watch: VIXX Takes 2nd Trophy For "Dynamite" On "Show Champion," Performances By Yesung, Jung Eun Ji, NCT U, And More . Soompi. 27 April 2016 . April 27, 2016.
  30. Web site: 빅스, '뮤직뱅크' 1위 차지 "좋은 음악으로 보답하겠다" (종합). Naver. 29 April 2016.
  31. Web site: VIXX Grabs 3rd Win For "Dynamite," Performances From April, SEVENTEEN, TWICE, Lovelyz, And More On "Music Bank" . Soompi. 29 April 2016 . April 29, 2016.
  32. Web site: VIXX Takes 4th Win For "Dynamite" On "The Show," Performances By SEVENTEEN, TWICE, And More. Soompi. 3 May 2016 . May 3, 2016.
  33. Web site: VIXX Takes 5th Win On "The Show" For "Dynamite," Performances By SEVENTEEN, Lovelyz, I.O.I, And More. Soompi. 10 May 2016 . May 13, 2016.