Welcome to the K-Pop roundup for July 6, 2024! This week has been filled with electrifying performances, impressive record-breaking releases, and thrilling news about upcoming comebacks. Let’s dive into the latest buzz from the K-pop world.
Cha Eun-Woo bares abs in 2024 Waterbomb performance
ASTRO’s Cha Eun-Woo stole the show at the 2024 Waterbomb festival held on July 5, 2024. As a surprise guest, Cha Eun-Woo, who is also a spokesmodel for Sprite, stunned festival-goers with his refreshing appearance and explosive performance.
Sporting a bottle of Sprite, he thrilled fans by baring his abs, leaving a lasting impression and making headlines with his charismatic stage presence. He also shared several backstage photos on social media.
All NEWJEANS’ albums are 1 million sellers
NEWJEANS has achieved a remarkable milestone with every album released surpassing 1 million copies sold. Since their debut, NEWJEANS has captivated audiences with their unique style and catchy music, solidifying their position as one of the most popular girl groups of this generation.
Their debut EP New Jeans sold 1,614,619 copies, followed by OMG with 1,685,342 copies sold, and Get Up achieving 2,148,676 copies. Their latest single album How Sweet also surpassed the million mark, demonstrating their consistent success.
Jimin and Lisa make massive first-week debuts on Spotify
BTS’ Jimin and BLACKPINK’s Lisa made solo comebacks on the same day, taking the world by storm with their new music. Jimin’s Smeraldo Garden Marching Band amassed 42.9 million streams in its first week, showcasing his massive international reach. Lisa’s single ROCKSTAR earned 39 million streams in its debut week, setting the record for the biggest first-week debut by a female K-pop soloist.
Jimin is set to release his solo album MUSE on July 19, featuring a collaboration with Sofia Carson on the track Slow Dance.
ENHYPEN drops preview for ROMANCE: UNTOLD album
ENHYPEN is dropping their second full studio album, ROMANCE: UNTOLD on July 12, 2024. They recently released a sneak peek of the album’s tracks, which includes collaborations with pop artist JVKE on the track XO (Only If You Say Yes).
The album consists of 10 songs, with fans eagerly anticipating the title track featuring JVKE. The group has also shared various concept photos, building excitement for the upcoming release.
AESPA’s Supernova hits 100 million streams on Spotify
AESPA’s song Supernova has surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify, becoming their 10th song to reach this milestone. This achievement adds to AESPA’s growing list of hit songs, including Black Mamba, Next Level, and Savage.
Stay tuned for more updates and continue supporting your favorite K-pop idols as they achieve new heights in their careers!
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