Tbach Show Episode Notes

Introduction

• Host welcomes guests to the Tbach Show.
• Guests: Meows (Ken, Ella, Nadin) introduced.

Group Dynamics

• Discussion about group structures and whether they have a specific group name.
• Meows debuted in September 2024, considered new rookies.
• Under Black Label with Teddy as chief producer.

Group Name: Meow

• "Meow" is an acronym for "My Eyes Open Wide."
• The name features two V's to represent five members and creates a "W."
• The name is an onomatopoeia representing the sound of a cat, signifying communication through sound as artists.

Debut & Music Releases

• Debut single: "Meow."
• Second single: "Toxic."
• Fandom name: "Pom Poms."
• Explanation of fandom name: Thoughtfully created after discussions and ideas, inspired by the word "paw" and the phrase "apple of my eye."

Guest Introductions

Ken

• From New Jersey, moved to Korea with family.
• 5 years as a trainee, auditioned with "Teenage Fantasy" by Georgia Smith.
• Training involved language and cultural adaptation.

Ella

• Half-Korean, from California (Westlake Village).
• Moved to Korea a year and a half ago.
• Background in modeling and acting; trained for singing.
• Favorite musical: Hamilton.
• Enjoys MMA, introduced by family.

Nadin

• From Seoul, younger brother studying in America.
• Wanted to be a diplomat, fell in love with music and languages.
• 4 years of training, emphasizes a creative environment in Black Label.

Training Experiences

• Challenges faced included language barriers and cultural differences.
• Emotional moments during training but overall enjoyable.
• Emphasis on individual input in the training process rather than strict top-down instruction.

Living Arrangements

• Members live in a dorm with personal rooms.
• Discussion about individual routines and quirks, including late-night baking.
• Light-hearted tensions about sleep schedules and room responsibilities.

Upcoming Music & Projects

• New EP titled "Hands Up" with a Brazilian funk style, releasing soon.
• Discussion of music video shoot details.
• Future plans for the upcoming single "Drop Top" from the new EP, upcoming release on May 12th.

Conclusion

• Guests express gratitude and excitement for future music.
• Call to action for fans to support and stay tuned for new releases.

Key Takeaways

• Meows emphasizes creativity and personal expression in their music.
• Engaging with fans is a priority, showing thoughtfulness in naming and music themes.
• The group dynamic showcases a blend of personal backgrounds, experiences, and ambitions.