&TEAM's singles and albums rank high in Billboard Japan 2025, marking a historic achievement for a Japanese artist in both Japan and Korea.
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On December 5 at 4:00 AM, it was announced in the Billboard JAPAN 2025 annual chart that &TEAM's 3rd single 'Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)' ranked 5th in 'Top Singles Sales', and their Korean 1st mini-album 'Back to Life' also ranked 5th in 'Top Album Sales'. Additionally, in 'Top Album Sales', their 2nd album 'Yukiakari' placed 8th, marking two works in the top 10. All of &TEAM's releases this year ranked high in the annual chart, achieving a historic feat as the first Japanese artist to reach million sales in both Japan and Korea. The 3rd single 'Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)', released on April 23, 2025, received its first 'Million Certification' in the July Gold Disc certification. To realize 'Japan to Global', they released the Korean 1st mini-album 'Back to Life' on October 28, achieving million sales on the first day according to the Korean Hanteo chart. In total, 1,222,022 copies were sold during the week from October 28 to November 3, making &TEAM the first Japanese artist to achieve million sales in both Japan and Korea in 2025. Through their activities in Korea, &TEAM has shown their global presence, doubling their worldwide listener count on streaming services. The title track 'Back to Life' recorded approximately 2.4 times the maximum listener count on Spotify and about 3.8 times on Apple Music compared to their previous title track 'Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)'. They also made their first entry into the French SNEP chart, and on November 25, the U.S. Billboard announced that they ranked simultaneously in five charts: 'Emerging Artists' (1st), 'World Albums' (5th), 'Top Current Album Sales' (12th), 'Top Album Sales' (13th), and 'Artist 100' (78th). Forbes reported them as 'one of the most talked-about groups', marking a significant step towards achieving their 'Japan to Global' goal. Their achievements were recognized with the 'Special International Music Award' at the 67th Japan Record Awards. They are also set to make their first appearance at the NHK General '76th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen' broadcast on New Year's Eve, and they will perform as special guests for OneRepublic's concert in Japan on February 25, 2026, at Kanagawa K Arena Yokohama and on February 27 at Hyogo GLION ARENA KOBE.
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&TEAM celebrated their double million achievement with a fan showcase in Japan, debuting the Japanese version of 'Back to Life.' The event featured performances of their songs and heartfelt messages of gratitude to their fans, LUNÉ, as they aim for global success. The group has made significant strides in their career, including charting on Billboard and achieving millions in sales.
&TEAM has released the Japanese version of their title track 'Back to Life' from their first mini-album. The song showcases their strong will and positive energy, with a performance debut on the 30th and a listening party on December 1. They achieved over 1.2 million sales in the first week and topped multiple Billboard charts, marking significant progress for the group.
&TEAM's first mini-album 'Back to Life' debuted on October 28 and topped Billboard's Emerging Artists chart on November 25. They also ranked on five other Billboard charts, showcasing their rapid rise in the global market. Their success is highlighted by increased streaming numbers and recognition from Forbes as a rising group.
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On November 22, &TEAM will appear on NHK's Venue101, a live music show. The episode features performances from various artists, including &TEAM's 'Back to Life' and Nogizaka46's 'Biryani'. Special segments include a visit to a nostalgic rehearsal room and discussions about their careers. Don't miss it!
In January 2026, KNTV will premiere the K-POP Idol Sports Championship and several new shows, including 'My Turn' and 'Lee So-jin's Manager Began'. These programs feature popular K-POP idols and comedians, promising laughter and emotional moments. Don't miss the exciting line-up!
&TEAM CAFE, titled 'Dawn's Constellations', opens in Tokyo, Osaka, and Aichi from December 11, 2025. The café features a celestial theme with food plates representing members' zodiac signs, desserts inspired by the Milky Way, and drinks with star-shaped ice. Reservations start on November 21, 2025.
