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Solo Journey: LEE CHAE YEON’s SHOWDOWN Unveiled

Written by: Gina Pena Ramos at Kpop Kastle

Edited by: Cindy Claros at Kpop Kastle

LEE CHAE YEON returns with her latest release, THE 3RD MINI ALBUM [SHOWDOWN], unveiled on July 3rd.

From IZ*ONE to Solo Stardom

Photo by IZ*ONE Twitter

LEE CHAE YEON originally debuted as part of the girl group IZ*ONE in October 2018, where she showcased her talents as the main dancer, lead vocalist, and lead rapper. Known for their chart-topping hits like ‘La Vie en Rose,’ which holds over 159 million Spotify streams from their debut album “COLOR*IZ” in 2018, IZ*ONE enjoyed continued success until their disbandment in April 2021.

Solo Journey: HUSH RUSH to SHOWDOWN

Photo by LEE CHAE YEON Twitter

In October 2022, LEE CHAE YEON embarked on her solo career with the mini album, “HUSH RUSH”, featuring four singles, including the popular title track ‘HUSH RUSH,’ which secured the third spot in popularity on her Spotify profile.

SHOWDOWN: A Showcase of Versatility

LEE CHAE YEON’s latest EP album, “SHOWDOWN”, puts her versatility on full display, highlighted by the title track ‘Don’t,’ which has claimed the second spot in popularity on her Spotify profile. The music video for ‘Don’t’ amassed 4.9 million views within six days of its release, capturing LEE CHAE YEON’s artistry against diverse urban and coastal backgrounds. The video features impressive choreography and a standout dance break, reaffirming her role as a dancer.

A fan on Twitter expressed their love for the dance break, tweeting, “LEE CHAE YEON, your dance break is so crazy, SOTY!”

Exploring the Tracks

Photo by LEE CHAE YEON Twitter

Beyond the title track, “SHOWDOWN” treats listeners to a rich musical journey. ‘Summer Heat’ opens with an oriental Arabic sound that combines with the chorus, while ‘Supernatural’ captivates with its catchy instrumental and LEE CHAE YEON’s vocals. ‘Standing On My Own’ offers a softer acoustic tone with a gentle guitar intro and a heartfelt chorus. Closing the album is ‘Dreaming,’ a ballad that showcases LEE CHAE YEON’s emotive vocals set against a backdrop of piano and orchestral arrangements.

LEE CHAE YEON’s “SHOWDOWN” not only solidifies her solo career but also marks a compelling progression in her artistic journey, giving fans more of her distinctive style and captivating performances.

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