EVNNE, once known for trouble, are now celebrated as fresh idols, singing passionately about youthful romance.

On the afternoon of the 17th, EVNNE held a showcase for their third mini album 'RIDE or DIE' at Yes24 Live Hall in Seoul, Gwangjin-gu.

Returning just five months after their last release in January, EVNNE expressed gratitude for the quick comeback.

Kaita shared, "We're really thankful to be back so soon with our third mini album. We've poured our hearts into this album, filled with our passion. Please show it lots of love."

This album marks a new narrative direction, showcasing EVNNE's vibrant image with themes of faith and loyalty, symbolizing unity till the end. Park Han Bin described it as "a refreshing change from our previous album," emphasizing its preparation since early this year, introducing a fresh concept.

The title track 'Badder Love' combines analog bass and lively guitar tones in the synthwave genre. It features beautiful vocal melodies and a rhythmic arrangement that captures intense emotions, expressing a resolve to move forward without regrets, even in chaos.

Yoo Seung Eon highlighted how 'Badder Love' signifies EVNNE's evolution from troublemakers to refreshing idols, distinct from their earlier works.

He expressed confidence, stating, "By exploring diverse genres, we aim for EVNNE to be recognized as versatile artists."

Amidst other rookie groups making summer comebacks, Yoo Seung-eon differentiated EVNNE's style, noting, "Our charm, lovability, and overflowing passion suit the refreshing summer vibe," confidently adding, "Our energy, sincerity, and passion define our unique style."

With achievements like their first Asia tour and initial album sales of 240,000 copies, EVNNE shared their comeback goals, aiming for another top spot on music shows after their successful previous activities.

Looking forward, they expressed ambitions beyond music shows, aspiring to appear on variety shows and achieve strong results on streaming platforms. Ji Yoon Seo remarked, "We hope to be known as the 'refreshing idols'."

The third mini album will be released at 6 PM.

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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