Group Introduces New Singles and Reflects on Musical Journey at Press Conference

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Seventeen commemorated their ninth debut anniversary by releasing their greatest hits album, titled "17 Is Right Here," on Monday. The album comprises 33 tracks, including beloved Korean and Japanese singles along with four new singles: "Maestro," "Lalali," "Spell," and "Cheers to Youth."

During a press conference in Seoul, Dino of Seventeen described the album as a reflection of the group's journey since their debut, signifying both closure of past chapters and a new beginning. "Maestro," the lead track, is an R&B number incorporating sounds from seven of their past songs, with member Woozi contributing to its composition and lyrics.

In the music video for "Maestro," Seventeen explores the concept of creating authentic music amidst a world dominated by AI and advanced technologies. Woozi elaborated on the group's experiences experimenting with AI in music production, aiming to evolve alongside technology while preserving their musical identity.

Seventeen hinted at future releases, with plans for another album later in the year and a fan concert following their upcoming stadium tour in Japan. The tour is set to commence at the Yanmar Stadium Nagar in Osaka on May 18-19, marking the group's first-ever stadium tour in Japan.

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