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I Have No Fear or Sadness GOT7 YUGYEOM Releases Final Album Before Military Enlistment
등록일2025.06.17
GOT7 member YUGYEOM is set to release his last full-length album before his military enlistment. YUGYEOM will drop his second full-length album [Interlunar] at 6 PM on the 17th. Facing his upcoming military service, YUGYEOM likens the impending hiatus to the period when the moon is not visible between the waning moon and the new moon, which inspired the album title [Interlunar]. He embeds a message throughout the album that, although we may not see our loved ones for a while, knowing we will meet again means there is no need for fear or sadness. The album features double title tracks, 'Interlunar' and 'Shall We Dance', among a total of 10 tracks that showcase YUGYEOM's matured musicality. Additionally, the album's production and features boast a lineup of artists who have established themselves in their respective genres, including Code Kunst, SEVENTEEN VERNON, Dynamic Duo's Gaeko, DJ Wegun, L-like, Hoody, Thama, and KIRIN. Last year, YUGYEOM received global acclaim for his first solo full-length album [TRUST ME] and single [Sweet Like], and from October to April this year, he successfully completed his solo world tour [TRUSTY], hitting major cities across Asia, North America, and Latin America. Last month, he also performed in a sold-out concert 'NESTFEST' in BANGKOK with the full GOT7 lineup. YUGYEOM's heartfelt second full-length album [Interlunar], a pre-enlistment gift to fans, is available for streaming on various online music sites starting from 6 PM today (17th). Photo= AOMG (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
SEVENTEEN SEUNGKWAN Donates 20 Million Won for the Preservation of Jeju 4.3 Archives
등록일2025.06.11
SEVENTEEN SEUNGKWAN has shown his warm heart by donating to preserve the historical archives of his hometown, Jeju. On the 11th, PLEDIS Entertainment announced, SEUNGKWAN has donated 20 million won to the National Heritage Administration and the Cultural Heritage National Trust for the preservation of Jeju's World Documentary Heritage. The donation will be used for the preservation of the Jeju 4.3 archives, which were registered as UNESCO World Documentary Heritage last April. SEUNGKWAN, a native of Jeju, is well-known for his exceptional love for his hometown. Appointed as a promotional ambassador for Jeju in November last year, SEUNGKWAN contributed to the protection of the endangered Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins through a hometown love donation made through the Jeju Provincial Office. Additionally, at the 13th UNESCO Youth Forum held in Paris, France, in 2023, SEUNGKWAN shared that Jeju is the first region in the world to be designated by UNESCO in three categories of natural environment simultaneously. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
SEVENTEEN Dominates Japan's Oricon & Billboard Charts with a No. 1 Streak
등록일2025.06.05
The group SEVENTEEN has proven their immense popularity in Japan by sweeping the top spots on major album charts. According to Oricon on the 5th, SEVENTEEN's fifth full album 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' clinched the No. 1 spot on the latest 'Weekly Combined Album Ranking' (for the week of June 9, tallying from May 26 to June 1). This marks the group's 14th time topping the chart, setting a new record for the most No. 1s by an overseas artist. The Oricon 'Weekly Combined Album Ranking' calculates rankings based on CD sales, digital downloads, and streaming counts. SEVENTEEN garnered approximately 457,000 CD sales, totaling 467,000 points. Oricon highlighted, This is the highest weekly point total for an overseas artist this year. The album also topped the 'Weekly Digital Album Ranking' and 'Weekly Album Ranking' during the same period, achieving a triple crown on Oricon's weekly charts. SEVENTEEN also made a strong showing on Billboard Japan's major charts. 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' landed at No. 1 on Billboard Japan's 'Top Albums Sales' (for the period of May 26 to June 1) the day before. The title track 'THUNDER' soared to No. 2 on the 'Hot Shot Song' chart and settled at No. 12 on the comprehensive 'Hot 100' song chart. Released on May 26, 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' sold over 2.52 million copies in its first week, setting a record for the highest first-week sales of any K-pop album released this year. 'THUNDER' made its way onto the U.S. Billboard 'Global 200' and 'Global Excl. US' charts (dated June 7) based on streaming and download performance alone in about four days after its release. Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN's own content series 'GOING SEVENTEEN' is set to return with a new season on the 25th, airing every Wednesday at 9 PM. Following the buzz generated by a comeback special of 'GOING SEVENTEEN' produced in a mockumentary style, which quickly climbed the ranks of YouTube's 'Trending Videos' in Korea, anticipation is high for the new episodes. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
SEVENTEEN rewrites Japanese Oricon history with K-pop... Achieves 14th No. 1 on Weekly Album Ranking
등록일2025.06.04
The group SEVENTEEN has once again proven their overwhelming popularity in Japan. According to Japan's Oricon on the 3rd, SEVENTEEN's 5th full album 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' sold approximately 457,000 copies, topping the latest 'Weekly Album Ranking' (for the week of June 9, tallying period May 26 - June 1). Notably, they achieved the highest weekly album sales of the year among all international male and female artists who released albums this year. Moreover, SEVENTEEN has continued their record-breaking streak, securing their 14th No. 1 on this chart. Since their 9th mini album 'Attacca' in 2021, this marks their 10th consecutive album to achieve No. 1. 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' has received a warm reception in Japan immediately after its release. It swept the highest ranks on Line Music's real-time and daily 'Album Top 100', as well as on local iTunes 'Top Albums' chart and Apple Music's 'Top Albums' chart. It also dominated Oricon's 'Daily Album Ranking' for six consecutive days (May 27 - June 1). The album has continued its No. 1 streak on major domestic and global charts as well. In its first week of release (tallying period May 26 - June 1), it sold over 2.52 million copies, topping the Hanteo Chart's weekly album chart. This marks the highest first-week sales for a K-pop album released this year. It also claimed the No. 1 spot on China's QQ Music daily and weekly 'Digital Bestseller Album' comprehensive category. The title track 'THUNDER' maintained the top rank on Bugs' daily chart for three consecutive days (May 30 - June 1) and has consistently stayed in the top tier on Melon's 'Top 100'. The song has received rave reviews: Explosive, enchanting, and incomparable to any other song (Billboard USA), A highly polished track fit for a massive summer festival (CLASH UK), Highlights the members' chemistry and the group's charm (NME UK). (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
SEVENTEEN Hits a New Record with 5th Album, Achieving the Highest First-Week Sales in K-Pop This Year
등록일2025.06.02
The group SEVENTEEN has set a new record for the highest first-week album sales of the year with their 5th full album. According to Hanteo Chart, a site that tallies album sales, SEVENTEEN's 5th full album 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' sold a total of 2,521,208 copies in its first week (May 26th to June 1st), securing the top spot on the weekly album chart. This marks the highest figure for any K-Pop album released this year. On the day of their comeback, they became the first K-Pop act of the year to achieve double million seller status, adding another significant record to their name and showcasing their status as a top K-Pop group. SEVENTEEN is known for continuing to increase their album sales even after the initial counting period, raising expectations for their future achievements. 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' has been dominating both domestic and international album charts. Right after its release, it shot to number one on Hanteo's daily album chart and the 'Worldwide iTunes Album' chart, and maintained the top spot on Japan's Oricon 'Daily Album Ranking' for five consecutive days (May 27th to 31st). In China, it topped the QQ Music daily and weekly 'Digital Bestseller Album' overall category and received the 'Diamond Album Certification' for surpassing 5 million yuan in sales. The title track 'THUNDER' has also been a hit. It secured the top spot on the Bugs daily chart for two consecutive days (May 30th to 31st) and has been a fixture in the top ranks of Melon's 'Top 100', known for its stable ranking changes, dubbed as the 'concrete chart'. Given the positive online response to the 'THUNDER' performance showcased on music shows, the song's chart performance is expected to gain further momentum. Beyond their music, SEVENTEEN has also demonstrated significant influence in the global concert market. According to a mid-year report released by Billboard, they generated approximately $120.9 million in ticket sales from October 1st last year to March 31st this year. This ranks them third among artists worldwide and sets a new record for K-Pop artists. SEVENTEEN continues to be active across music shows and variety content. Today, the much-anticipated 'NANA bnb with SEVENTEEN', their third collaboration with producer Na Young-seok, is finally unveiled. The main episodes will be simultaneously released every Monday on tvN and Disney+ in South Korea, and available in 77 countries and regions worldwide through global platforms. The full version, which boasts longer episodes, will be available over six episodes every Monday and Friday on Weverse. JOSHUA will appear on the web variety show 'Naraesik' on the 4th, while SEUNGKWAN and VERNON will visit 'Hal Myung Soo', and MINGYU will be on 'Hyell's Club' on the 6th. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
