NCT DREAM is set to release their fourth full-length album, ‘DREAMSCAPE,’ today (November 11).
‘DREAMSCAPE’ will be available on various music streaming sites at 6 p.m., along with the music video for the title track, ‘When I’m With You,’ on SMTOWN’s official YouTube channel.
The title track, ‘When I’m With You,’ is a house-based electronic pop song with a captivating hook. The lyrics describe the speaker’s fascination with the ‘you’ encountered in ‘DREAMSCAPE,’ expressing the complex emotions felt when together.
The album tells a dynamic story that spans 11 songs, featuring the journey of NCT DREAM as they escape the darkness of reality to an ideal dream world. Members Mark and Haechan actively participated in the album’s production, adding a unique touch that fans are expected to enjoy.
Here’s a Q&A session with NCT DREAM about their 4th full album, ‘DREAMSCAPE.’
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Q: How does it feel to release your fourth full-length album?
- Mark: This album feels exciting! Since many members contributed to it, I think it’s an album that feels like NCT DREAM but with added new elements. I’m really looking forward to our promotions.
- Jeno: I’m thrilled about the comeback, and I can’t believe it’s already our fourth album. It’s surreal.
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Q: What message do you want to convey through ‘DREAMSCAPE’?
- Renjun: We created this album like a fairytale, telling a story about leaving a dark world to find a brighter one. We hope to share the message, “Let’s live in a brighter world!”
- Jaemin: ‘DREAMSCAPE’ is a fantastic album that brings our year-long journey to a happy close. I hope it brings joy to everyone who listens to it.
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Q: ‘DREAMSCAPE’ follows ‘DREAM( )SCAPE.’ Was this dual album plan set from the beginning?
- Haechan: Yes, we planned it as two albums from the start. Rather than fitting everything into one, we thought that a two-part story would allow us to convey a richer narrative, contrasting themes of pain and joy.
- Jisung: From our initial meetings, we wanted the albums to connect in terms of story. We’ve been working on it gradually since last July, and it finally feels complete.
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Q: What was your initial reaction to the title track ‘When I’m With You’?
- Mark: I thought, “This has mass appeal!” It’s a fresh and accessible song that matches NCT DREAM perfectly.
- Jaemin: Among the candidates, this one stood out as the best fit for us, and I felt our fans would love it too.
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Q: What charm of NCT DREAM do you plan to showcase with ‘When I’m With You’?
- Chenle: I think we’ll be able to show a more mature side of NCT DREAM. It’s a fresh and refined kind of brightness that’s even trendier than before!
- Jisung: It highlights a charm unique to us—neither overly cute nor just cool.
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Q: Any reactions you hope to receive for the new album?
- Haechan: I hope our fans warmly welcome the return of ‘Cheerful Dream’!
- Jaemin: I hope our fans enjoy it, and it would be amazing to hear that it’s an album that truly captures NCT DREAM’s essence.
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Q: Describe the album in one phrase.
- Renjun: Brightness that’s quintessentially NCT DREAM.
- Jeno: Hope and freshness from ‘Cheerful Dream.’
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Q: You’re wrapping up ‘THE DREAM SHOW 3: DREAM( )SCAPE’ world tour. What insights did you gain?
- Mark: I’m reminded every time of the many staff members who work hard to make our performances possible. It’s thanks to our team and the love of our fans that we’re able to perform all over the world.
- Chenle: Seeing fans enjoy and find joy in our music reaffirmed the power of connecting through music.
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Q: What’s the highlight of the upcoming encore performance in Seoul?
- Jeno: New songs will be added, and both the group and individual members’ unique charms will stand out.
- Jisung: The Seoul show will be an upgraded performance. We’ve worked hard to improve upon our initial performance, so look forward to it!
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Q: Lastly, could you say a few words to your ever-supportive fans, ‘Czennies’?
- Mark: I want to remind Czennies that NCT DREAM will always be by your side. Thank you for your support; let’s enjoy this ‘When I’m With You’ era together!
- Renjun: We’ll keep striving to be a source of strength for Czennies, just as they are for us. Please look forward to our fourth album!
- Jeno: Thank you for waiting. We hope you’ll fully enjoy this refreshing side of DREAM.
- Haechan: I hope this album can be a source of happiness. Let’s keep making joyful memories together.
- Jaemin: Thank you for always being with us. We’ll continue to give back as much love as we receive.
- Chenle: Thanks to Czennies, and we’re excited for this comeback. Let’s keep creating memories together!
- Jisung: It’s been an amazing year with Czennies since the release of ‘DREAM( )SCAPE’ in March, our album ‘DREAMSCAPE,’ and the world tour. Let’s finish strong and kick off 2025 with the same energy!
