Rising Korean rock band Catch The Young has officially released their second single of 2025, titled “이상형 (Ideal Type)”, and it’s the perfect sun-soaked love anthem for the season. Combining breezy synth-rock with a heartfelt confession of young love, the track adds a refreshing dimension to the band’s growing discography, solidifying their place among South Korea’s most exciting emerging acts.
Following the experimental and progressive instrumental single “The Young Wave” released in April, “Ideal Type” takes a more melodic and accessible turn. The song explores the relatable vulnerability and nervous anticipation that comes with falling for someone — and finally finding the courage to take that first step toward a confession. With its sincere lyrics and summer-tinged soundscape, the single resonates with both youthful innocence and musical polish.
“We’re currently putting extra care into preparing our album for release later this year,” shared Sani, the band’s bassist and leader. “To keep our promise with fans, we’re doing our best to create a more complete and well-crafted album. The process is taking longer than we expected, but we hope that this new single can help ease the wait, even just a little.”
The official music video for “이상형 (Ideal Type)”, which dropped alongside the single, paints a cinematic picture of friendship, freedom, and fleeting youth. Teasers shared on the band’s social media had already hinted at a visually stunning experience, and the full video delivers — featuring scenic shots of grassy fields, sun-drenched drives, and a picturesque lighthouse by the ocean. The five members are seen playing instruments and traveling together, underscoring the band’s commitment to storytelling not just through music, but through emotionally resonant visuals.
Music critic and author Lim Heeyun praised the group’s direction in a statement, saying:
“Catch The Young’s summer anthem for 2025 embraces the synth-rock genre. While their previous release, the 6-minute instrumental ‘The Young Wave’, leaned into progressive rock and served as an experimental showcase, ‘Ideal Type’ is another bold exploration fuelled by confidence and artistic pride. Their latest mission? A pop alchemy experiment in pursuit of the golden combination of pop and rock.”
Beyond the release, Catch The Young is also gearing up for a major festival season that will further cement their growing status in Korea’s rock and live music scene. The band is set to return to both the 2025 Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival and the Jeonju Ultimate Music Festival — marking their second consecutive year at both events. In addition, they will make their debut at the 2025 Sound Planet Festival, bringing their evocative performances to an even wider and more diverse audience.
With each release, Catch The Young continues to carve out a unique musical identity — one that marries poetic lyricism with sonic ambition. “Ideal Type” proves they can balance heartfelt storytelling with mainstream appeal, offering a summer soundtrack that’s as emotionally honest as it is rhythmically addictive.
Fans can stream “이상형 (Ideal Type)” now on all major platforms, and experience Catch The Young live on stage at Korea’s most anticipated music festivals in the months to come. As anticipation builds for their upcoming album, the band’s evolution into a generational voice of youth, love, and dreams appears unstoppable.
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