AKMU's Latest Collaboration Album "Next Episode" Is A Cultural Reset

Marie Claire

AKMU, made up of siblings Lee SuHyun and Lee ChanHyuk, is one of the most adored and highly revered music duos in the entire Korean entertainment industry. Their music is not only sonically appealing but also incredibly significant and meaningful. On July 26, 2021, AKMU officially made their comeback with a brand new collaboration album titled "Next Episode".

 

Concept

"Next Episode" is a collaboration album and features several incredible artists who have contributed to the same. Two track posters were revealed for this album - one for AKMU's collaboration with Lee SunHee and another for their collaboration with IU.

AKMU's Latest Collaboration Album "Next Episode" Is A Cultural Reset

AKMU's Twitter

'Hey Kid, Close Your Eyes' has a 90s vibe to it and speaks of the future that we're leaving for the next generation. It has dark and mature themes and echoes an important message, that of the importance of peace over war, love over money. A lyric poster for this song was also released.

AKMU's Latest Collaboration Album "Next Episode" Is A Cultural Reset

AKMU's Twitter

AKMU's Latest Collaboration Album "Next Episode" Is A Cultural Reset

AKMU's Twitter

'Fall', featuring IU was inspired by the movie "The Greatest Showman" and aims to posit a message of hope and positivity despite the times we're living in. This seems to be the overall theme of the album as well and it is expressed in a wonde