MARKING A MILESTONE: THE INAUGURAL OFFICIAL VOLUME—
Released in commemoration of BTS's momentous 10th Anniversary, a collection of narratives that delve beyond the familiar BTS narrative, encompassing unreleased snapshots, QR codes that link to videos, and comprehensive album details.
Emerging onto the global stage on June 13, 2013, BTS is set to honor the decade since their debut in June 2023. Evolving into iconic international artists, this milestone prompts the group to reflect upon their journey, resulting in the creation of their premier official publication. This book encapsulates their ability to kindle brighter tomorrows and to embark on uncharted paths during this significant juncture.
Within its pages, BTS unveils an intimate account of their expedition thus far, weaving together candid interviews and over three years of exhaustive coverage by Myeongseok Kang—an authority on K-pop and diverse aspects of Korean pop culture across various media. Arranged in a chronological sequence spanning seven chapters, from the period preceding BTS's debut to the present, their resonating voices merge to convey an authentic, animated, and profound narrative. The inclusion of unvarnished interviews, devoid of cameras and makeup, permits them to illuminate their musical odyssey from multifaceted perspectives and explore its intrinsic importance.
Moreover, readers will be greeted by individual and artistically crafted portrait photographs of the BTS members. Conceptual images and comprehensive tracklists from their entire discography enhance the volume. Over 330 QR codes offer seamless access to a plethora of digital content—trailers, music videos, and more—serving as a virtual bridge to BTS's pivotal historical moments. An all-encompassing timeline chronicling the significant milestones rounds out "BEYOND THE STORY," culminating in an unparalleled repository—an all-encompassing encapsulation of BTS's essence within a single volume.