Global K-pop Group P1Harmony Releases Bombastic 8th Mini Album “DUH!”

Rosa Gulliver
May 8
4 min read

Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | May 8, 2025

Global K-pop powerhouse P1Harmony unleashes their 8th mini album “DUH!”, a high-octane collection of explosive jams that marks a bold reinvention of their unmistakable sound. This album further showcases the musical prowess of members JIUNG, INTAK, and JONGSEOB, who participated in writing, and KEEHO, JIUNG and JONGSEOB who participated in composing. With six tracks that radiate with braggadocio, “DUH!” channels the punchy maximalism of early oughts pop-rap and the energetic agility of K-pop, blending blaring horns, unforgettable hooks, and hard-hitting drums into a sound that is as polished as it is unpredictable.

Starting out strong with the title track “DUH!”, P1Harmony kicks open the door with blazing brass and an earworm hook alongside a barrage of rap verses, reminiscent of early 90s hip-hop. Playful, hype, and endlessly replayable, it seamlessly blends modern K-Pop polish and boom bap grit, making an anthem fitting for busted car speakers and sold-out stadiums alike.

“Pretty Boy” follows, which helps establish the groove of the album. It features upbeat reggaeton drums complemented by the distinctive voices of group members trading verses. Its rapid tempo, percussive syncopation, and choppy vocal production help the listener settle into its suave vibe. The lyrics convey the message of self-determination connecting even more so to the audience.

Next up is the hard-hitting boom bap anthem “Murmur,” a track rooted in a ‘90s-inspired fusion of R&B and hip-hop, highlighted by its distinctive brass sound. The song is directed at a hater putting them down, and they unabashedly declare that they cannot be messed with.

“Flashy” immediately kicks off with a blown out, hype lead guitar line that drops into a bombastic EDM beat. Throwing it back to classic early 2010s dance-pop, P1Harmony continues the hype, blazing path of “DUH!” with another confident banger featuring trading verses.

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The album continues connecting various elements from throwback pop genres with “Over And Over.” Centred around a unique saxophone line and a heavy hip-hop groove, the song is a declaration to stand up confidently in the face of hardship; an inspirational banger.

The album closes with “Work,” a groovy trap pop anthem co-produced by P1Harmony group member JONGSEOB. This hyper-pop track is infused with electronic elements, where the members trade bars, keeping it fresh with braggadocious, confident verses. The track is a pure burst of confident energy, and it closes out the irresistibly catchy, fast-paced tracklist of “DUH!” with a bang.

This project follows a whirlwind year of knockout performances, career milestones, and continued linear growth for P1Harmony. In 2025 alone, they wrapped their nine-month global [P1ustage H: UTOP1A] tour with a triumphant arena show in Poland and captivated audiences with powerful performances of “It’s Alright” and “Sad Song” at the inaugural D Awards - where they took home the Delights Blue Label honour. In addition, they recently launched their new web series “P1Harmony’s Eat, Sleep, Play!” on YouTube which gives insight into their lives as musicians. With the release of “DUH!”, they once again prove that P1Harmony’s rise is not just a moment; it’s a constant movement.

About P1Harmony

P1Harmony’s (피원하모니)’s six multi-talented and bilingual singer-songwriters and rappers (KEEHO, THEO, JIUNG, INTAK, SOUL, and JONGSEOB), continue to build their P1ece fanbase across the globe with consistent catchy releases and intoxicating dance choreography that permeates language barriers. Nearly four years since their debut, the bilingual K-pop group has released seven mini albums and a debut full length album. P1Harmony’s ongoing sonic evolution attracts adoring fans, including more than 1 Million monthly Spotify listeners, to their signature harmonization and captivating raps.

P1Harmony’s 10-track, first full length album “때깔 (Killin‘ It)” marked the group’s first No. 1 album in Korean music show. It also debuted at No. 1 on Billboard World Albums chart, No. 2 on Billboard Top Album Sales chart and No. 10 Spotify Debut albums chart. Member JONGSEOB co-wrote the lyrics for the entire album, with KEEHO, JIUNG, and InTAK also earning writing credits across multiple tracks. The synth-driven title-track/single, ‘때깔 (Killin’ It)’ blends a catchy 808 base with meticulously crafted rap flows, evoking a fusion of K-pop flair and 90s hip-hop nostalgia. P1Harmony’s “Fall In Love Again” rose to No. 24 on Top 40 radio, an impressive achievement as the first independently-signed 4th generation male Korean group to chart the longest time on US Top 40 radio. The 3-albums of ‘DISHARMONY’ series and the most recent 3-album ‘HARMONY’ series were highlighted by break-out singles: “JUMP,” nodding 25 Million YouTube views, “Back Down,'' also performed on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and “Do It Like This” which sees the fans dance… and chant at everyone of the live shows!

The group members have won over the hearts of music peers alike, including Jelly Roll, Post Malone, Paul Russell, Sabrina Carpenter, Paris Hilton, Nessa Barrett, while on the road; and support from tastemaker media including NY Times, Vogue, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Kelly Clarkson Show (((watch here))), The Daily Show (((watch here))), GMA3 (((watch here))). TIME, Forbes, NME, Teen Vogue, PAPER, PEOPLE, HYPEBAE, Refinery29 and Grammy who named P1Harmony one of the “...K-Pop Boy Groups To Watch….”