NCT leader Taeyong discusses his musical roots and new solo album WYLD
Taeyong, the rapper and leader of NCT 127, talked about his eclectic music tastes, the influence of early NCT tracks, and his solo album WYLD released in May.
During a conversation for The Playlist, NCT 127’s leader Taeyong described his lifelong fascination with mixing musical styles, citing influences such as Muse, My Chemical Romance, Post Malone and Drunken Tiger. He recalled that the early NCT release “Cherry Bomb” helped solidify the collective’s signature sound, a track he remains especially attached to. WYLD, his debut solo studio album released in May, marks his return to recording after finishing mandatory military service and features ten songs that showcase his personal artistic vision.
Taeyong also mentioned that NCT 127 will soon drop their first album in two years, titled Blingy. The discussion offered insight into his creative process for both his solo work and the group’s experimental direction.
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Fans gain insight into Taeyong’s creative influences and upcoming NCT 127 releases.
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