Mamamoo interview - “Unique concept? This isn’t everything we’ve got.”

[benihime99.livejournal.com]

This rookie girl group turns the music program stage into a musical. It’s difficult to figure out what words to use in regards to them, as they are not easily defined. Stable singing ability is just the basics for them. They even take part in the stage directing of their eye-catching performances. They are wellmade to the point of it being difficult to believe they are rookies.

Recently while interviewing many singers/groups, they have been asked about the ‘Hoobae that catches their eye’. The very group that is often named is Mamamoo. Actually, even prior to debut, they were pinpointed as noteworthy rookies.

Last January, they showed off their voices to the public for the first time in “Don’t Be Happy” with Bumkey. They showcased their varied musical colors and received acknowledgement from their works, “Peppermint Chocolate” with K.Will-Wheesung and “Hi Hi Ha He Ho” with Geeks.

Mamamoo, who got their name known through featurings with other singers, began their broadcast promotions of ‘HELLO’ title song, ‘Mr. Ambiguous” and lived up to expectations. Holding the name Mamamoo, completely with their own strength, they had a successful debut. What would their biggest weapon be?

"Honestly, we’re still not completely sure what the reaction is to us. We’re only able to hear what those around us are saying. However, sometimes when we see the number of fans increasing, reality sinks in for us (laughs). I think the biggest reason the public has shown interest in us is, of course, because of our songs. When we received our first song, we practiced it for about one year and transformed it to reflect us. I think we are able to express it naturally onstage."

"We’ve lived together for over 3 years. We’ve become skilled in living in a way that decreases the monthly rent. Living together up until now has made our teamwork exceptional. To be honest, before the group was officially fixed there were a lot of trainees, but with 4 people there was a feeling that we could [live together] without any ego."

While preparing ‘Mr. Ambiguous’, Mamamoo practiced various other songs, as well. They have received acknowledgement from many for their stage performances so we can’t help but be interested in their next project.

"We still haven’t solidified what our image will be for the next album. Of course, [our current concept] isn’t our only style (laughs). We have interest in many genres such as Hip Hop, Jazz, etc. but first we need to increase the public’s awareness of us. So more than something completely new for our next album, we were wondering if a song that makes up for what we lack would work."

"Honestly, Mamamoo isn’t a group that gets by because of our looks (laughs). With the thought that singers should put everything they have into the songs, we don’t lipsync. We let everyone hear our real voices, but that’s not all. We will show everyone our natural image though our performance, as well."

As a rookie group, they do want to receive the ‘rookie award’, but they also shared another one of their goals.

"We want to be a girl group that is nothing like any other team. Like Girls Generation and 2NE1 sunbaenims, we want to be a group that has our own unmistakable color. Our goal is to hear people say, ‘That’s Mamamoo-like’." ~

Translation by mamamoo-trans.com, jinhyosang

Comments

[gathyou.livejournal.com]

I wish they will go far (though I'm still not liking the name, whatever)
A jazzy sound would be perfect !

[in-noctem.livejournal.com]

I feel like Peppermint Chocolate and Mr Ambiguous are both very them and would love if they continued with that sound but I'm all for them experimenting with different genres!

[jjang-intae.livejournal.com]

They seem like they'd be very versatile when it comes to concepts so I'd love to see them try other genres. I hope they make a comeback soon ;;

[stoppedclock321.livejournal.com]

I want them to have a comeback now so they can slide into that #1 spot and take the crown.

Joking aside though, they're very talented and seem like they'd manage to carry off different concepts + genres very well, so I'd love to see what they have in store (even though I absolutely love most of their predebut stuff + what they've done till now). #mamamoocomebackplease

[leopolitan.livejournal.com]

i think the jazzy concept works for them but i'm interested in seeing what else they can do. they remind me of a younger brown eyed girls and i want them to kind of be like that, where they're not strictly idols and kind of do whatever the hell they want u know

[rightclick5ave.livejournal.com]

saaaame <3 and I have high hopes about that happening because their company seems to be doing a great job managing and promoting them so far..

and it's a small thing but in one of their BTS recording vids Whee In was eating candy from this GIANT bag and it made me think that maybe, just maybe, WA Ent isn't as harsh on their artists being typical idol stick-thin? I've read about Mamamoo being on diets and Whee In being a little ~chubby~ but seeing her casually eating candy like it's what she does every day at the studio... I HAVE HOPES

[leopolitan.livejournal.com]

OMG thats actually really cute, WA gets +50000000 points in my book if theyre laidback about that!

[rightclick5ave.livejournal.com]

I really hope so :D here's the video if you wanna see for yourself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvlJoXm_Ga4 Whee In is such a major cutiepie (they all are)

[mamamoos.livejournal.com]

bless <3 they are definitely something different and they're good enough that they could end up really standing apart because of that! i hope their comeback does well, whenever it is.

[weerainbow.livejournal.com]

So far I'd say they're managing to make some good progress towards their goal. Well done girls! I'm looking forward to seeing what direction their music takes in the future.

[kamoteatmani.livejournal.com]

Next NGG tbh

or this is me wishing they go top tier cuz they really, really deserve it :C

[rightclick5ave.livejournal.com]

funny how I haaaated their name before but now that they've debuted and they incorporated their name into their introductions, I find it super cute :D

We’ve become skilled in living in a way that decreases the monthly rent.
this part is adorable lol I'm imagining them being thrifty little ahjummas

[angela-derp-otp.livejournal.com]

My flawless queens.
I hope Korea do them justice and hopefully they will explode next year.

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They're so cute :3