Fe3O4: BREAK

***Fe3O4: BREAK*** is the second EP released by NMIXX. It was released on January 15, 2024. The pre-release track "Soñar (Breaker)" was released on December 4, 2023.

The album was released in four versions: Square One, MIXX Blood, Poster and Limited.

In Chemistry, Fe3O4 is the chemical compound known as black iron oxide.

## Description

***Translation may contains some errors***

NMIXX continues its adventure in a more mature figure after having gone through the first series "New Frontier," which contains the pioneering spirit of NMIXX, which boldly goes on an adventure after discovering a new world, and the second series "Docking Station," which tells the story of heterogeneous beings getting to understand each other and connecting themselves into one.
The third series, "Fe3O4," is a story about the girls who temporarily stay at the "FIELD" and experience various events after their adventures are disrupted, with their ship having been set on fire by their opponents.
While staying in the real world "FIELD", the girls realize utopia is a space we ourselves have to build while seriously pondering. To go to MIXXTOPIA with more people, NMIXX challenges the notions and practices that limit and separate us in "FIELD.”
The first challenge, the girls' BREAK toward the world, begins.

Utopia we ourselves make: The wall collapsed, the world got flexible, you and I are free now.
Staying at "FIELD" and starting to ponder the utopia of diversity, the NMIXX members put their heads together and pours out various ideas. First of all, NMIXX challenges the bumps, walls, and obstacles that block our way. To break down the barriers that distinguish us, whether it be between the majority and the minority, the strong and the weak, the first and the last.
The girls want to make the world flexible and soft. Keep on dashing to break down the barriers in front of our eyes.
The girls, who develop a stronger desire to move with more people, awaken a new sense that had been dormant in their unconscious minds. The awakened girls now desire to gather more people with Magnetic Energy.
Now, there's only one thing the girls need to take a new leap—it's just you. The girls attract you. They hold your hand again.

## Background

On November 27, 2023, it was reported that NMIXX was preparing for a comeback in January 2024. The same day a motion poster was posted on X (Twitter), revealing the title of the new EP and pre-release track.

On December 27, 2023, the *WANTED POSTERS* for *Fe3O4: BREAK* was seen on the streets of Seongsu-dong, South Korea. The posters had "Hey you bastards, I'm still here." written under it.

On January 1, 2024, the declaration video, "Fe3O4: Declaration", was published. On January 2, 2024, the "Mixxtery Journal" video was published. On January 3, 2024, the trailer for *Fe3O4: BREAK* "SENSE BREAK AWAKE" was published. On January 4, 2024, the *AWAKEN* photos for each member along with their hidden messages were published on X. Later that day, the *Spirit of Resistance* videos for each member were published on JYP Entertainment's YouTube channel. On January 5, 2024, the track list was revealed. On January 6, 2024, the first set of *DASH* concept photos was published. On January 7, 2024, the *WANTED POSTERS* were published. Later that day, the second set of *DASH* concept photos was published. On January 8, 2024, the performance video for "Run For Roses" was released. On January 9, 2024, the special photos were published on X. On January 10, 2024, a cappella version of the highlight medley was released on YouTube. On January 11, 2024, original version of the highlight medley was released on YouTube. On January 12, 2024, the music video teaser for "DASH" was released on YouTube. On January 13, 2024, the choreo spoiler for "DASH" was released on YouTube. On January 15, 2024, the music video for "DASH" was released on YouTube.

## Promotions

A comeback showcase, "Fe3O4: BREAK", was held on January 15 at 8pm.

## Composition

"DASH" is a genre within "MIXX POP" that blends old school hip-hop with prominent groovy basslines and Pop Punk with a robust sound; the song is appealing with its dynamic development. It provides a variety of fun, including vocals with a jazzy vibe, colorful chorus harmonies, catchy raps of the chorus, and chords that build up together. It shows the attitude of NMIXX to dash in earnest to break down the limitations and stereotypes of the world. It depicts a figure that moves forward, breaking down any barricade, after discarding a roadmap that only shows a fixed path.

"Soñar (Breaker)" is a song that begins grandly with a cinematic intro and MIXXes the Latin hip-hop and UK Garage genre. With a heavy rhythm that carries a cool striking sense in harmony with bold rap, vocals, and overwhelming sing-alongs, it presents a wildly raging sound. In the section that transits into a dreamy UK Garage beat, you can feel a mysterious atmosphere reminiscent of pastel tones. “Soñar" is Spanish, meaning "dream," and the chorus lyrics "Come a so-soñar" have the meaning of "let's dream of a journey together.” The lyrics are attractive, speaking of things that are likely to unfold only in the imagination, such as the world turning into an egg, NMIXX transforming into a robust boulder, throwing an anchor up to the sky, and so on.

"Run For Roses" is a country pop that creates a unique charm by harmonizing characteristic instruments such as banjo, violin, and electric guitar. A wide vocal range, from the intro's bass to the ad-lib's high-pitched tones, is in harmony with progressive and heavy tracks to show NMIXX's rough and bold attitude. It conveys a message that we, who can be alive because we are together, run hand in hand towards romance, showcasing the members' unwavering determination toward utopia.

"BOOM" is a hip-hop song that features a minimal but tense sound based on an intense and heavy 808 bass, showing the limitless musical spectrum of NMIXX. In addition to its raw and chic charm, the impressive aspect lies in the dynamic development with rapidly changing BPM and bold variations being played.

"Passionfruit" is a pop song based on Jersey Club Bounce, allowing you to experience the refreshing timbre of the members. Cool falsetto, addictive rap, and colorful chords are attractive, and the pre-chorus of the call and response composition exchanged between the members stands out. The lyrics, which respect and lovingly observe unusual and unique objects without any prejudice, attract attention.

"XOXO" is a pop song in which a delicate R&B-style melody is blended with a trap beat; its melodies that combine falsetto and authentic voices, sweet chords, and gradually rising bridges leave a strong and lingering aftereffect. It narrates the tale of two worlds merging into XOXO by breaking down the barriers of their respective realms and boundaries among the people. The song carries a message encouraging individuals to confront and connect in a harsh reality full of misunderstandings, prejudices, and sharp words.

"Break The Wall" is a pop genre song that conveys hopeful energy through strong synth bass and the members' powerful singing along. The minimal and lyrical pre-chorus is followed by an unstoppable refrain, leaving an overwhelming aftertaste. It contains the bold ambition that we, who do not want to be like flower pots in a transparent greenhouse, should come together and break down the wall.

## Trivia

* Hidden messages of each member's character are shown in the teasers on X:

Until the voice reached you,
until you arrived,
and until you were moved,
the young artist sang an endless song.
Icarus asked,
"Can I do as I please without following any rules?
Will you allow me?"
I can be anything for you.
Be it the god of love, destruction,
peace, chaos, or even a clown,
a shepherd, a fairy, or a beast.
Eureka!
But I won't tell anyone yet.
Unable to contain her curiosity, the girl opened the box.
Then, even more interesting things happened.
Everything she touched seemed to fall apart,
yet she said,
"I'll try again. I can do better this time."

## Videos

* Music Video
* Teaser

NMIXX “DASH” M-V"DASH" M/VNMIXX “Soñar (Breaker)” M-V"Soñar (Breaker)" M/VNMIXX “Soñar (Breaker)” Performance Video"Soñar (Breaker)" Performance VideoNMIXX “Run For Roses” Performance Video"Run For Roses" Performance Video

NMIXX “DASH” M-V Teaser"DASH" M/V TeaserNMIXX “DASH” Choreo Spoiler"DASH" Choreo SpoilerNMIXX ‘Soñar (Breaker)’ M-V Teaser"Soñar (Breaker)" M/V TeaserNMIXX 2nd EP “Fe3O4- BREAK” Highlight Medley - A Cappella ver.Highlight Medley
(A Cappella ver.)NMIXX 2nd EP “Fe3O4- BREAK” Highlight Medley - Original ver.Highlight Medley
(Original ver.)NMIXX 2nd EP “Fe3O4- BREAK” Highlight Medley Vertical VideoHighlight Medley
(Vertical Video)-NMIXX- Fe3O4- DeclarationDeclarationNMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" TRAILER- SENSE BREAK AWAKETRAILER: SENSE BREAK AWAKENMIXX 2nd EP “Fe3O4- BREAK” Mixxtery JournalMixxtery JournalNMIXX 2nd EP ‘Fe3O4- BREAK’ Motion PosterMotion PosterNMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" Spirit of Resistance -LILY -릴리Spirit of Resistance
(Lily)NMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" Spirit of Resistance -HAEWON -해원Spirit of Resistance
(Haewon)NMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" Spirit of Resistance -SULLYOON -설윤Spirit of Resistance
(Sullyoon)NMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" Spirit of Resistance -BAE -배이Spirit of Resistance
(Bae)NMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" Spirit of Resistance -JIWOO -지우Spirit of Resistance
(Jiwoo)NMIXX 2nd EP "Fe3O4- BREAK" Spirit of Resistance -KYUJIN -규진Spirit of Resistance
(Kyujin)

## References

1. ↑ NMIXX Official Website
2. ↑ 단독 '밀리언셀러 첫 등극' 엔믹스, 내년 1월 신보 발매 (November 27, 2023)
3. ↑ @NMIXX\_official on X (November 27, 2023)
4. ↑ @nmixxpics\_ on X (December 27, 2023)
5. ↑ @nmixxpics\_ on X (December 27, 2023)
6. ↑ @NMIXX\_official on X (January 1, 2024)
7. ↑ @NMIXX\_official on X (January 2, 2024)
8. ↑ @NMIXX\_official on X (January 3, 2024)
9. ↑ @NMIXX\_official on X (January 5, 2024)
10. ↑ NMIXX “Run For Roses” Performance Video on YouTube (January 8, 2024)
11. ↑ NMIXX 2nd EP “Fe3O4: BREAK” Highlight Medley | A Cappella ver. on YouTube (January 10, 2024)
12. ↑ NMIXX 2nd EP “Fe3O4: BREAK” Highlight Medley | Original ver. on YouTube (January 11, 2024)
13. ↑ NMIXX “DASH” M/V Teaser on YouTube (January 12, 2024)
14. ↑ NMIXX “DASH” Choreo Spoiler on YouTube (January 13, 2024)
15. ↑ NMIXX “DASH” M/V on YouTube (January 15, 2024)
16. ↑ Soompi: NMIXX Takes 1st Win For “DASH” On “Show Champion”; Performances By Choi Ye Na, PENTAGON’s Hui, And More (January 24, 2024)