AEN Continues Debut Countdown With New Concept Photos

Rookie boy group AEN has released a second set of concept photos as it continues the countdown to its official debut next month.

The group unveiled the "Always 2" version of the concept photos for its debut mini album "[A NEW ERA OF NOW]" through its official social media channels on July 22. While the previously released "Always 1" concept emphasized structured styling and a more restrained atmosphere, the new photos shift to an outdoor setting, featuring the members in open fields with natural lighting and a softer visual direction.

Members Jiyong, Bomin, Gyuhyun, Haru, Haruto, Junseo and Kaira each appear with individual props, including walkie-talkies, binoculars, mirrors, bows, kites, yo-yos and megaphones. The photos also include a black-and-white group image of the members running together.

The new concept follows the group's first teaser photos and continues introducing the visual identity of "[A NEW ERA OF NOW]," which marks AEN's official debut project.

AEN is a seven-member global project group jointly launched by Starship Entertainment and Amuse, consisting of four Korean and three Japanese members. Ahead of its debut, the group held a greeting showcase in Japan before attracting attention through its pre-debut promotional content.

AEN will officially debut with "[A NEW ERA OF NOW]" on August 5.