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TWICE 14th Mini Album "Strategy"
TWICE 14th Mini Album "Strategy"
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After the first set of photos were postponed for 1 day, the batch of concept photos started with the TWICE-trategy steps 1 to 4 at the moment, showing the different concepts and styling of the members for all the albums (images below). Amongst the different concept posts, the Album Trailer: "Guess My Strategy" was released with the 9 members posing in a refreshing concept.The first special announcement was revealed to be a premiere event at KonKuk University New Millennium Grand Performance Hall on 4th December (event notice), but don't worry it will broadcasted the next day online! You can check the Snippet of Strategy (feat. Megan Thee Stallion) right now! Fun-fact 1: Nayeon gave a little spoiler to a ONCE and Jihyo through the Tenants episode (check in What To Watch below for the full video)Fun-fact 2: For the 4th concept, JYPE collaborated with a Japanese artist "Yokodoll" to have special plushies for each of the members.
Concept TWICE-TRATEGY STEP 1: Group - Nayeon - Jeongyeon - Momo - Sana - Jihyo - Mina - Dahyun - Chaeyoung - Tzuyu
Concept TWICE-TRATEGY STEP 2: Group
Concept TWICE-TRATEGY STEP 3: Group - OT9 - Nayeon - Jeongyeon - Momo - Sana - Jihyo - Mina - Dahyun - Chaeyoung - Tzuyu
Concept TWICE-TRATEGY STEP 4: Group - Nayeon - Jeongyeon - Momo - Sana - Jihyo - Mina - Dahyun - Chaeyoung - Tzuyu
All previews are available for the 4 different packaging versions (so far):
"First Steps version" (name not official) the most usual albums packaging including 3 differents versions and colors, named as "Step 1" - "Step 2" - "Step 3" with the usual photocards and merch + ornaments. Note; all 3 versions have different dimensions.
"Step 4 version" including CD type packaging with 9 different covers (probably one version per member)
"Highlight version" including 1 diary type book and letters merch + polaroid
"Vinyl version" including 2 versions: "Peppermint Vinyl" version exclusive on Target & "Sugar Frost Vinyl" version exlusive on Twice Store
"Strategy" Promotion
Promotion Guide"Strategy" Promotion
The promotion cycle started this week for the era of Strategy in Los Angeles!
Amazon Music Live
TWICE performed on Amazon Music Live in LA, being the first k-pop act to appear on the concert series! They performed a set of their popular hits for a wild crowd of local fans. The members showed a spoiler of the choreo for the snippet of 'Strategy' that has been released.
Amazon Music also did a Tiktok live backstage of the event
Fans have the chance to win exclusive signed merch.
Twitch streamer 'Extra Emily' was excited to have the chance to meet TWICE and streamed the moment for fans ahead of the performances
TWICE’s performance livestream had the most unique viewers across Prime Video and Twitch for any Amazon Music production!
More content: I GOT YOU performance clip - Amazon Music Live VOD (unofficial) (dl link) - Q&A - Where do you listen to your favorite TWICE song ? - Passing the phone - Amazon Music IG - Thursday Night Live preview segment - Press photos (group thread) & (members thread)
Interviews & Pop-up stores
While the members were in LA, they filmed an interview with Access Hollywood where fans could be in the audience. Zach Sang also filmed an interview with TWICE. TWICE held a meet & greet at TWICE Square on Roblox where the members practised diving while meeting fans online.
A pop-up store opened up in LA (only on Sat 23rd & Sun 24th), the members promoted there with 'Strategy' merch, that Jihyo, Chaeyoung and Jeongyeon showcased. Fans received purchase benefit photocards with the Step 2 concept and TWICE visited the store ahead of opening where they left messages and signed items at the store such as polaroids.
For those in South Korea or visiting soon, a pop-up store in Seoul will open and be up from the 4th-12th December with pre-orders starting on 28th November!
Sana went to Kangnam show for a Korean Language Battle to compare their skills through spelling games. Who will win !?
Jihyo and Chaeyoung are guest on the last episode of season 3 with TXT members and actress Park Boyoung.
Schedule/Content
Jeongyeon, Jihyo and Tzuyu will appear on Hyeri's show "Hyell's Club" on 29th November 29th 6PM KST (teaser)
Nayeon and Jihyo will be on Halmyungsoo on 29th November, 5:30PM KST
Dahyun will appear on the next Running Man episode on 1st December, 6:10PM KST
SNS
Jihyo x 24goldn - Chaeyoung - Jihyo - Momo - Jeongyeon - Tzuyu - TWICE x Meg Harkins
"Strategy" releases on Friday 6th December, 2PM KST / 0AM ET !
"Strategy" releases on Friday 6th December, 2PM KST / 0AM ET !
SUPPLEMENT
SUPPLEMENT
Tzuyu x Harper's Bazaar Japan
Tzuyu x Harper's Bazaar Japan
Tzuyu's cover for Harper's Bazaar Japan January/February 2025 issue that will be released on November 20th. A special movie will be released on Harper's Bazaar official YouTube channel and official website on released date as well, November 20th! Pre Orders have started, get your copy, out now!
UPDATE
Tzuyu's fashion film movie has been released, a preview of the magazine has been shared, and Tzuyu's Harper's Bazaar HD photos have been posted and shared online. Leading up to the movie release, Harper's Bazaar shared a short video of Tzuyu to their official Twitter account. Tzuyu IG post.
Nayeon x Naming
Nayeon x Naming
Nayeon stuns in new promo video and photos for Naming's new campaign, introducing the new Zero Gravity Cover Fit Cushion makeup blush. Following the news, Naming released a teaser clip for which Nayeon serves as the brand muse. In honor of the new launch, Naming will be having a pop-up store, from November 16th to November 24th. Nayeon's ID photo giveaway campaign will be held! Nayeon visited the pop-up store on starting day!
UPDATE
Naming Japan released a short video of Nayeon talking about her favorite items from the collections, naming the highlighter as one of her go to options for the holiday season. Nayeon visited the Naming pop-up store which was held during 16th to 24th November offering a chance for visitors to purchase foundations and customise their own, plus pose as Nayeon in a photo at the site!
Sana x Ralph Lauren
Sana x Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren announced Sana as their new Japan brand ambassador! Sana attended an event held by Ralph Lauren in Japan where she did mini-interviews and posed for photos.
UPDATE
Photos & Videos: Modelpress (1) - ELLE Japan (1) - ELLEgirl JAPAN (1) - WWDJAPAN (1) - Oricon (1) - Vogue Japan article: photos & videos - Ralph Lauren
Jeongyeon - 감별사 (Inspector) Concert
Jeongyeon - 감별사 (Inspector) Concert
Tickets to the Inspector concert on 1st December are on sale! The concert will be at Sejeong University Daeyang Hall at 5pm KST.
4 guests have been confirmed in the line up; Kwon Eunbi, Chugnha, Park John, Hanhae and a surprise guest to cheer on Jeongyeon!
UPDATE
In the 19th episode of Inspector, Jeongyeon met with Wooyoung, Seonghwa and Jongho, 3 members of the kpop group ATEEZ! They talked about their shared interest in Animal Crossing and beanies. Jeongyeon had fun teasing her juniors and they enjoyed a healthy meal.
Jeongyeon's photo with the 3 ATEEZ members.
Inspector Season 1 will end after episode 20, with Season 2 starting in the first half of 2025.
The last episode of season 1 will be on 30th November, 2PM KST, with her sister Gong Seungyeon!
All donated items are available for entering the draw on G-market (KR residents only).
All the episodes are linked in the playlist below if you need to catch up and check out the possible concert line up!
Other:
Jihyo x Milktouch photos, also hinting at something new for their 5th anniversary
Sana x Lenina video
Nayeon x Bonia photo
Mina's IG post from her time visiting the Boucheron store in Paris
Family Mart schedule reveal: Candybong inspired desserts and member acrylic stands as well as other merch
MISCELLANEOUS
MISCELLANEOUS
NHK Music Special
NHK Music Special
NHK showcased TWICE on a 45 minute music special, they uncovered TWICE's past, present, and future through rare footage and interviews.
As well as behind the scenes clips from the Japan Ready to Be concerts, TWICE did an exclusive performance stage of DIVE!
Photo - Performance photos - download link & subtitle link
Video greetings: TWICE (1) (2) (3) - Nayeon - Jeongyeon - Momo - Sana - Jihyo - Mina - Dahyun - Chaeyoung - Tzuyu
DIVE shorts: NaSaJi - JeongChaeTzu - MoMiDa
It has been confirmed that TWICE will be at the 75th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen on 31st December to wrap up 2024!
MISAMO 2nd Mini Album「HAUTE COUTURE」(Last Bits)
MISAMO 2nd Mini Album「HAUTE COUTURE」(Last Bits)
The choreographer, Bada Lee, of Momo's solo song in the album reposted Momo's IG story on their account. Momo posted selfies and a photo of the dance crew of "Money In My Pocket".
The fashion brand, Daria Y Maria, posted the dancing challenge of MISAMO wearing their designs in the 'Identity' music video
Remember, part 2 & 3 of MISAMO's documentary is yet to be released so stay tuned!
Check out: prev article, all streaming links & unofficial YouTube playlist
Nayeon x Moana 2
Nayeon x Moana 2
The movie premieres in South Korea on 27th November.
UPDATE
Disney Korea released the Beyond Music Video of Nayeon singing the South Korean/pop version for the Moana 2 OST. The song is available to stream on Spotify as well as other streaming platforms. All links in the music video description.
Content: photos 1 - photos 2 - video interview - character selfie video - MV highlight - Moana acrostic - MV behind video - about Moana 2
Twice x MAMA
Twice x MAMA
The MAMA awards last weekend created all the buzz and also among onces as TWICE won an award for "Fans Choice Female Top 10" for racking up impressive tour numbers and continuing their legacy as K-pop's top girl group.
Member reactions: Nayeon - Momo - Dahyun
During the awards, rookie sensation ILLIT opened the MAMA USA stages with their cover of TWICE's iconic Heart Shaker.
Other News Tidbits of Interest:
Other News Tidbits of Interest:
New Lovelys merch will drop in March 2025; gummy candies (edible) and keyrings (not edible) in the shape of Lovelys!
Winners of the Momo birthday polaroid event have been announced
4-cut photo frames of TWICE from the JYP Japan pop-up store
Vote and Awards
Vote and Awards
For the South Korean First Brand awards, Nayeon has been nominated for FEMALE SOLO SINGER TO LEAD 2025 & Jihyo has been nominated for FEMALE WEB ENTERTAINMENT MC TO LEAD 2025
What To Watch
What To Watch
Time To Twice: The Part Timer
Time To Twice: The Part Timer
Have you ever wondered what it's like if TWICE were to serve you your food and drinks? Join twice as cafe baristas as they work part time jobs in the "Time To Twice" The Part Timer!
Jihyo - 세입자 (Tenants) Season 2
Jihyo - 세입자 (Tenants) Season 2
Behind clip from episode 10!
UPDATE
Episode 11 at JusBe, a modern Buddhist temple/guesthouse in Seoul!
Jihyo's photos with the monks and a staff member.
The next episode will be on 6th December, 6PM KST!
Nayeon -트릭KODE (Trick Kode)
Nayeon -트릭KODE (Trick Kode)
KODE shared new photos and a dance challenge with Julie.
KODE posted the teaser clip of the 5th episode of Trick Kode. The next guest will be Huening Kai of TXT.
Check out the new episode of KODE with guest Huening Kai, out now!
Have a chance to win Nayeon & Kai's signed polaroids.
UPDATE
New photos and dance challenge of Nayeon with Kai.
The next episode will be on 2nd December, 6:30PM KST!
Team's recommendation of the week
Team's recommendation of the week
Chux
French Kpop, int-kpop..whatever, good song&MV
sards (:
The twists and turns in this vid...
XrypticPyro
dejah
irene <3
svn
Yash
Crank that soulja boyy
Huggeholm
One of the best twice songs~
Thanks To
Yash, dejah, Pyro, Hugge and sards for gathering the information and helping write articles of this week’s news!
Disclaimer
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