fromis_9 announces a summer comeback with a full album, their first in three years, promising high quality and unique energy.
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fromis_9 returns with a refreshing full album, opening the curtain for a summer comeback. Today (12th), their agency ASND revealed, 'fromis_9 will make a comeback with a full album in July. Since this will be their first full album in a while, we are pouring our efforts into releasing a high-quality album. We hope you look forward to the new work filled with fromis_9's unique energy and colors.' They will deliver a new full album for the first time in about three years since their 2023 1st full album 'Unlock My World.' This comeback announcement has sparked a strong response from fans who have been eagerly waiting for a full album release. Last year, after moving to ASND, fromis_9 continued their energetic activities, releasing not only the 6th mini album 'From Our 20's' but also the digital single 'Shiroi Koishisa.' The title track 'LIKE YOU BETTER' from 'From Our 20's' ranked in the top 100 of MelOn (a major music streaming service in Korea) for three consecutive weeks upon release and won first place on KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank,' reaffirming fromis_9's capabilities. Later, 'Shiroi Koishisa' rose to 5th place on the MelOn 'Top 100' chart, matching their personal best record, and they achieved first place on KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' and MBC's 'Show Music Core,' as well as topping SBS's 'Inkigayo' weekly hot stage, solidifying their status as a talented group. Through diverse albums and activities, fromis_9 has showcased their unique musical color and presence. With stable musicality and excellent conceptual expression in each album, fans are excited to see what music and stories they will unfold in their 2nd full album.
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