CLOSE YOUR EYES: Dazed Korea’s April 2025 Supplement Issue Revealed

Mar 21, 2025

Photo Credits: Dazed Magazine UNCORE

CLOSE YOUR EYES (클로즈 유어 아이즈), also known as CYE (클유아), is generating significant buzz in the K-pop industry as they approach their highly anticipated debut. This seven-member boy group, formed through JTBC’s survival show Project 7, is set to make their mark on the music scene on April 2, 2025, with the release of their first mini-album, “Eternalt”.

The group is managed by UNCORE, a newly established label jointly formed by SLL and YG Plus. CLOSE YOUR EYES’ name carries a profound meaning, suggesting that their music will be persuasive not only through their visible performances but also when listeners close their eyes, emphasizing the strength of their auditory appeal.

As part of their pre-debut activities, CLOSE YOUR EYES has already made waves in the industry. They performed “Time After Time,” one of the original songs from Project 7, at the 39th Golden Disc Awards held in January this year.

Here in this article we explore the results of the group completing their first magazine photoshoot, gracing the cover of Dazed Korea’s April 2025 supplement issue.

The group’s lineup includes members with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Ma Jingxiang, for instance, was formerly part of the Chinese pre-debut group Midsummer Cubs and competed on Boys Planet. Sakurada Kenshin, the son of renowned tenor Sakurada Makoto, gained attention through his K-pop covers on social media. Jeon Minwook is already an established idol, being a current member of BAE173 and having participated in various survival shows.

Here’s a table showcasing the members of CLOSE YOUR EYES:

With their debut just around the corner, K-pop enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the release of “Eternalt” and the official introduction of CLOSE YOUR EYES to the music world. As a global project group, they are poised to make a significant impact on the international K-pop scene.

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