Breaking: ALPHA DRIVE ONE Debuts With EUPHORIA, Members Share Roles, Style And Future Vision
Eight-member K-pop act ALPHA DRIVE ONE, formed thru a high-profile audition program, has released their debut mini‑album EUPHORIA in Korea on January 12. in an exclusive set of Q&As, the group’s members outline their individual roles, reveal thoughts on the debut title track “FREAK ALARM,” and share personal taste in fashion, daily passions, and the Korean phrases they want ALLYZ fans to learn.
Album Snapshot And Debut Milestone
The debut project gathers six tracks, highlighted by the title track “FREAK ALARM” and “FORMULA,” along with earlier singles that tied into their BOYS II PLANET origins.The release marks the moment when the eight members’ solo journeys converge into one collective story, signaling a new chapter for the group.
Member spotlights: Roles,Style,and Inspirations
LEO
LEO positions himself as the energy engine of the group,delivering smiles and momentum even when moments turn serious. He envisions hearing “FREAK ALARM” first thing in the morning, hoping it stirs listeners awake with upbeat energy. In terms of style, he favors loose-fit pants, beanies, and caps, occasionally accented by glasses. His message to fans includes the Korean phrase: “ALD1 최고 ~!!” which means “ALPHA DRIVE ONE is the best.”
JUNSEO
JUNSEO feels he is the group’s driver—older and the most dependable voice among the eight. He hopes listeners feel the song every moment they think of ALPHA DRIVE ONE. He leans toward formal fashion, ofen wearing shirts, and his current focus is Japanese study as part of his daily routine. His favored emoji set includes 🍀🤍🫧🥰, and he wants fans to learn: “Junseo, I love you more than anything in the world!!”
ARNO
in ARNO’s view, he serves as the acrobatic dancer of the crew. he would enjoy hearing “FREAK ALARM” while driving, and his everyday style tilts toward casual, versatile outfits with a slightly slimmer silhouette.He has been into magazines for inspiration and frequently enough uses the emoji 🫡. The Korean phrase he hopes ALLYZ learns is 행복 (happiness).
GEONWOO
GEONWOO carries the sense role, believing he can help synchronize the group by matching tempos. He favors clean, neat, and sometimes dandy fashion, while prioritizing ease of wear. His recent interests include movies, and his go‑to emojis are 🫡. He suggests learning 행복 (happiness) as the key Korean term for fans.
XINLONG
XINLONG handles bass rap and hopes listeners can feel the group in any situation. His hip‑hop influenced style frequently enough balances comfort with standout pieces. He devotes energy to language study and enjoys languages as a means to connect with fans. His preferred emojis are 😬🙏😑⚡️🖤, and he wants fans to learn 만감이 교차하다 (the intersection of all senses).
SANGWON
SANGWON assists the team in various ways,acting as a mood shaper. he is open to hearing “FREAK ALARM” at any moment and enjoys fashion that blends dark wear with hippie and chic elements,often with a Western vintage twist. He enjoys magazines for inspiration, uses 🫂 as his emoji, and asks fans to learn 낭만, 사랑 (romance, love).
SANGHYEON
As the group’s mood maker, SANGHYEON hopes fans hear “FREAK ALARM” first thing in the morning to kickstart a healthy day. His street‑style taste leans toward pleasant outfits with mindful color coordination.He loves movies for inspiration and uses 🫡. He invites fans to learn 역지사지 (empathic thinking or walking in another’s shoes).
ANXIN
ANXIN takes on mood‑mending duties and would enjoy hearing “FREAK ALARM” in any setting, especially when listeners need a boost. His hip‑hop leaning wardrobe stays comfortable yet expressive. Dance practice is his current driving passion as the group prepares for continued performances. He often uses heart emojis (❤️❤️❤️) and encourages fans to learn 잘 하고 있어요!! (You’re doing great!).
Essential Facts At A Glance
| Member | group role | debut Listening Moment | Signature Style | Fav Activity Lately | Frequent Emojis | Korean Phrase To Learn |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEO | Energy & Atmosphere Creator | wake‑up listening | Loose pants, beanies, caps | Energetic moments | ❤️ | ALD1 최고 ~!! |
| JUNSEO | Oldest, Reliable Anchor | Feel us every moment of thought | Formal wear, shirts | Japanese study | 🍀🤍🫧🥰 | junseo, I love you more than anything in the world!! |
| ARNO | Acrobatic Dancer | Driving mood | Casual, slim silhouette | Magazine reading | 🫡 | 행복 |
| GEONWOO | Senses Coordinator | Tempo‑matching for synergy | Clean, neat, slim | Movies | 🫡 | 행복 |
| XINLONG | Bass Rap | Any situation | Hip‑hop oriented, comfortable | Language study | 😬🙏😑⚡️🖤 | 만감이 교차하다 |
| SANGWON | Supportive Team Player | Any moment | Dark with hippie/chic vibe | Magazine reading | 🫂 | 낭만, 사랑 |
| SANGHYEON | Mood Maker | Morning listening | Street style | Watching movies | 🫡 | 역지사지 |
| ANXIN | mood Maker | Any setting | Hip‑hop influenced | Dance practice | ❤️❤️❤️ | 잘 하고 있어요!! |
Evergreen Takeaways For Fans And Industry Watchers
ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s debut embodies a modern K‑pop strategy where each member brings a distinct persona to the table, reinforcing the idea that a diverse eight‑member lineup can deliver a cohesive, multi‑faceted identity. The group’s emphasis on personal style, language learning, and direct fan engagement mirrors broader trends in how new acts establish staying power beyond a single hit. Observers note that the BOYS II PLANET pipeline frequently enough creates a ready‑made fanbase hungry for quarterly content, while the group’s dual focus on high‑energy performances and thoughtful offstage branding helps sustain long‑term relevance.
As ALPHA DRIVE ONE rolls out more performances and content, fans can expect ongoing updates on language exchanges, fashion statements, and milestone performances tied to their EUPHORIA era. The group’s approach suggests a durable blueprint for rookie groups seeking resonance across global audiences while keeping a clear line of influence from their competition reality roots.
Two Quick Reader Questions
1) Which member’s approach to role and style resonates most with you and why?
2) Do you see ALPHA DRIVE ONE expanding their impact beyond music through language learning and fashion collaborations?
Follow the conversation and share your thoughts as ALPHA DRIVE ONE continues to unfold their EUPHORIA journey.
ⓒWAKEONE
