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RM's latest solo album earns top spots in international media

BTS member RM has been acknowledged for his musical prowess, with his solo album being named one of the ‘Best Albums’ by several prestigious international media outlets.

RM released his second solo album, “Right Place, Wrong Person,” on the 24th of last month. The album delves into themes of internal conflict and anxiety.

The album has received widespread acclaim. Prominent publications such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, and the UK’s NME have all named RM’s latest work as one of the best albums of the first half of the year.

Billboard noted, “RM’s first solo album ‘Indigo’ was diverse, but ‘Right Place, Wrong Person’ showcases his leap as a solo artist.” The publication praised RM’s broad musical spectrum, stating, “BTS has expanded the boundaries of K-pop, and RM has shattered the very notion that K-pop has boundaries.”

Rolling Stone also commended the album, stating, “It delves deeply between the top star persona and Kim Nam Joon. The music invites listeners into a new exploration with its introspective lyrics and harmonious compositions.”

NME highlighted RM’s introspective and groundbreaking approach with this album, mentioning, “RM exceeded expectations with this intense and self-reflective album, using dissonant sounds to reflect the album’s themes.”

Furthermore, RM’s “Right Place, Wrong Person” debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 main album chart on the 8th and remained on the chart for two consecutive weeks.