Singer EVAN released a cover video of Japanese singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu's song "灰色と青 / Haiiro to Ao (Gray and Blue) (with Masaki Suda)" on his official YouTube channel on the 8th.

This video was filmed in Tokyo, Japan. Set against vintage tones and vivid scenery, it further enhances the song's lyrical atmosphere. From the intro, which begins with a calm voice, through the gradual emotional buildup, to the explosive high notes, EVAN delicately captured the emotion of the song. In particular, he deeply conveyed the loneliness and wistfulness embedded in the lyrics reflecting on youth, drawing attention from listeners.

The original song "灰色と青 / Haiiro to Ao" has maintained steady popularity not only in Japan but also in Korea since its release in 2017. Regarding this cover video, global audiences poured out positive reactions, saying "a voice that strikes the heart," "vocals that maximize the strengths of the song," "the resonance from a serene track," "vocals that calmly build up emotion," and "diverse tone and delicate expressiveness."

EVAN will continue his various stage activities. He will appear on "2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer" on the 9th, participate in the Grammy Museum's special program "Spotlight" in Los Angeles on the 14th, and perform at "KCON LA 2026" on the 16th. He is then scheduled to attend major domestic and international award ceremonies, including the Chinese-language awards ceremony "2026 TIMA" on the 23rd, the "2026 K World Dream Awards" on the 27th, and the "2026 The Fact Music Awards" on September 19.