BOYNEXTDOOR covers Michael Bublé's classic song "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas"

■ Became the only Korean boy group to participate in Apple Music’s “Carols Covered 2024” campaign

BOYNEXTDOOR exclusively distributed “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas” on Apple Music and iTunes at 6 pm on October 31st.

“It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas” was produced as part of Apple Music’s “Carols Covered 2024” campaign.

At the end of each year, Apple Music launches the “Carols Covered” campaign, which brings together classic carol songs covered by today’s greatest artists and delivers them in immersive Dolby Atmos spatial audio. Every year, artists from all over the world participate and garner attention, but this year, BOYNEXTDOOR was the only Korean boy group to participate.

BOYNEXTDOOR covered Michael Buble’s original song, which is loved by people all over the world, with the group’s unique free and light energy.

A special arrangement that mixes rock elements with the jazz genre, as well as strings added to the brass and guitar sounds, creates a fun yet sad atmosphere.

The six members revealed the background behind their song selection, saying, “We chose “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas” because we thought it would match best with BOYNEXTDOOR.”

He also shared his thoughts, “I was able to make good memories while recording with the members. Hearing the famous songs in the members’ voices gives me a new charm, and also makes me feel like winter.”

Additionally, a Q&A interview was released through Apple Music.

■BOYNEXTDOOR Comment
Reason for choosing songs
LEEHAN: I chose this song because I thought it would match well with BOYNEXTDOOR among carol classics.
What if you have any memories related to the original song?
TAESAN: I don’t have any memories of the original song, but I had some good memories while recording it with the members this time. Whenever I listen to this song at the end of the year, I think it reminds me of the day I recorded it.
Impressions of recording a cover song with spatial audio
JAEHYUN: Listening to the members’ voices on a classic song that has been loved for a long time gives it a new charm and gives it a winter-like feel.
How do spatial audio recordings change the musical experience?
SUNGHO: I think it will enrich your heart with the fun and excitement of the end of the year.
Imagine the perfect holiday dinner with friends and family?
LEEHAN: I can imagine eating dinner together, going to the beach or park with my family, and walking my dog.
What is your most memorable holiday memory or activity?
WOONHAK: At the award ceremony we attended last holiday season, I remember how the eyes and cheers of the fans watching us on stage warmed us even in the cold winter.
What role do you think music plays during the holidays?
RIWOO: It reminds me of the memories I had with my loved ones in the past, and it has the power to turn today into a precious time when I listen to the song.