K-pop act BABYMONSTER / Courtesy of YG Entertainment By Pyo Kyung-min Aiming to build on the success of YG icons like BLACKPINK and 2NE1, BABYMONSTER — the label's newest act — is stepping up with its first full-length album, "DRIP." Dropping just three months after its last release, the group is now set to bring YG's signature hip-hop style into a new era with a fresh flair. Since debuting in April, the seven-piece act quickly gained recognition for its strong vocal abilities — a hallmark of YG artists — setting itself apart from other rookie K-pop groups by consistently using handheld microphones during live performances.
The group's recent guest performance at 2NE1's 15th anniversary concert drew notable attention and praise, with its members' rare stage presence quickly going viral online. During a press conference held Friday at YG headquarters in Seoul's Mapo District to celebrate the release of the new album, the seven BABYMONSTER members — Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora and Chiquita — shared their thoughts over the experience of performing alongside YG family seniors. "It was an incredible opportunity that allowed us to learn so much.
It was an honor for us, and it really helped us grow," said Rami, one of the group's vocalists. Rora added, "Watching 2NE1 and BLACKPINK perform, I admired their immense stage presence, their approach to using the stage, and their overall professionalism. We want to become juniors who can live up to their legacy and h.