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TWS Drops Fourth EP 'Play Hard' With Guitar-Charged 'Overdrive'

The K-pop sextet signals a more forceful, performance-led phase with members taking on lyrics and choreography.

Overview

  • At a Seoul media showcase, the group characterized the release as defined by “energy” and “passion.”
  • Lead single “Overdrive” leans into punchy drums, bouncy basslines and guitar-driven hooks to capture the rush of young love.
  • Jihoon and Dohoon said they contributed lyrics for the project, with Jihoon also helping craft choreography.
  • The prerelease track “Head Shoulders Knees Toes” emphasizes large-scale, synchronized staging that spotlights tighter performance control.
  • TWS, a six-member act from Hybe’s Pledis Entertainment, says it plans to return to the U.S. after appearances at KCON L.A., iHeartRadio, the Grammy Museum and VEVO Studios.