B1A4
The trio leaves behind hushed luxury for a raw and relaxed urban aesthetic.
On April 4, 2026 at midnight KST, B1A4 COMPANY unveiled the second group visual for the 9th mini-album titled “SET”. On this new shot, CNU, SANDEUL, and GONGCHAN abandon their evening suits to adopt an asserted “streetwear” style, posing on a bench in what seems to be an industrial hangar or a workshop. This striking contrast with the first conceptual photo shows the group’s versatility and suggests a multi-faceted album, perhaps blending maturity and raw energy.
The clothing style chosen for this version underlines a more rebellious and “young & wild” attitude. On the left, we find a colorful look with a red “varsity” type jacket adorned with numerous patches, while the center is occupied by a deep purple velvet set. On the right, the aesthetic is completed by a quilted sleeveless jacket and jeans with an asymmetrical design. Accessories, notably the imposing chains and “workwear” style boots, reinforce this immersion in a contemporary urban culture.
This duality between the two concepts published by B1A4 COMPANY feeds the BANAs’ theories on the narrative structure of the album “SET”. By moving from a sophisticated gaming table to a stripped-down industrial setting in just twenty-four hours, the group proves that it has lost none of its ability to surprise visually. The production, independently directed, seems to pay particular attention to the details that made the trio’s reputation while exploring new aesthetic territories.
The wait becomes electric as the pieces of the puzzle of this 9th mini-album come together day after day.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: SNS B1A4
