• &TEAM Unveils Stunning Concept Photos for 2nd Album 'Yukiakari,' Dropping December 18

    Rookie group &TEAM (EJ, Fuma, K, Nicholas, Yuma, Jo, Harua, Taki, and Maki) is gearing up for their comeback with their second full-length album, 'Yukiakari,' set for release on December 18.

    The group recently shared 40 concept photos through their official social media accounts, giving fans a glimpse into the album's intriguing vibe.

    The photos showcase the members standing under snow-laden skies, exuding powerful and mysterious energy. Contrasting the snowy backdrop, a tree blooming with flowers adds a dreamlike touch. In one striking image, the nine members gather in a circle around a single glowing light, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. The visuals hint at the story 'Yukiakari' might unfold, raising excitement among fans.

    The album's title, 'Yukiakari,' translates to "light reflected on snow." According to HYBE Labels Japan, the album captures the winter tales of boys strengthening their bonds through the four seasons. They described it as a "culmination of &TEAM's growth over the past year."

    In addition to their album release, &TEAM will attend the 9th Asia Artist Awards (AAA 2024) on December 27 in Bangkok at the IMPACT Challenger Hall 1-2. This award show, which debuted in 2016, is the first in Korea to honor both actors and singers in a single ceremony.

    The star-studded event will be hosted by Ryu Jun Yeol, IVE's Jang Wonyoung, and ZEROBASEONE's Sung Hanbin, promising a spectacular night of entertainment.

    Fans are eagerly counting down the days to hear 'Yukiakari' and witness &TEAM's next chapter unfold.

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  • BTS Jin's 'Running Wild' Soars to No. 1 on Spotify Japan, Hits Global Top 10

    BTS member Jin is taking the world by storm with his hit song Running Wild.

    Released on November 15, Running Wild is the title track from Jin's first solo album, Happy. The song blends a fresh new wave sound with British rock influences and pop rock elements, catching the attention of fans worldwide.

    On November 21, Running Wild reached the top spot on Spotify Japan's Daily Top Songs chart, showing its massive popularity.

    It also ranked No. 2 on the Spotify Top Songs chart in Korea and No. 6 globally, proving its broad appeal.

    Jin’s solo album Happy has also been a huge success. It sold over 219,000 copies on its first day, making it the third-highest album sales for a K-pop solo artist in Oricon Weekly Album Chart history.

    In just three days, Happy reached No. 1 on the Hanteo Country-by-Country Chart in Japan for the third week of November, solidifying Jin's status as a top global artist.

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