South Korean group SE SO NEON release “New Romantic,” a synth-filled love letter from upcoming album ‘NOW’.
South Korea’s boundary-pushing band SE SO NEON has released “New Romantic,” the latest track from their highly anticipated debut album NOW, arriving August 15 via all major platforms.
Fronted by the multifaceted artist Soyoon Hwang, also known for her solo work as So!YoON!, SE SO NEON is celebrated for creating textured, emotional soundscapes. “New Romantic” continues that legacy, with ambient synths and wistful melodies leading the way.
Describing her emotional connection to the track, Soyoon shared: 
“I admit that I have a spectrum of quite diverse aspects… ‘New Romantic’ is my own romantic way of expressing love to someone…”
The track is both poetic and cinematic, showcasing Soyoon’s ability to explore the complexities of love, connection, and emotion through sound. Its dreamy aesthetic hints at the depth and dimension awaiting listeners in NOW.
SE SO NEON has built a distinctive musical identity—drawing from psychedelic rock, lo-fi, new wave, and synth pop—blending it seamlessly with Soyoon’s lyrical and vocal finesse. The group’s global fanbase continues to grow as their music bridges language through feeling.
Soyoon explains her approach to connecting with listeners:
“People will feel my energy and my soul.”
In addition to “New Romantic,” fans can revisit previous releases “Twit Winter” and “Remember!”—each a building block in the sonic architecture of NOW.
With this newest release, SE SO NEON continues to expand their musical universe while delivering emotion-driven tracks that resonate worldwide.
