&TEAM releases their first mini-album "Back to Life" and achieves No. 1 on Oricon Daily Album chart, marking a historic debut.
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&TEAM released the official performance music video for the title track "Back to Life" from their first Korean mini-album "Back to Life" on October 30 (Thursday) at 6 PM. They achieved No. 1 on the Oricon Daily Album chart as of October 28 (Tuesday) with the mini-album released on that date. This makes &TEAM the first Japanese artist to have a work released in Korea that reached No. 1 on the Oricon Daily Album ranking on the first day of release. The official performance music video for the title track "Back to Life" was a surprise release, not included in the previously announced promotional schedule, generating significant buzz on social media. The performance expresses the energy of the nine members coming together, showcasing a powerful advance. In the first and second choruses, delicate hand movements convey the emotions of pain and pressure felt during challenges, while the final chorus erupts with strong energy and unity among the nine members. The emotional transitions throughout the performance are noteworthy. &TEAM took a new step towards realizing "Japan to Global" by releasing their first Korean mini-album "Back to Life" on October 28 (Tuesday), marking their debut in Korea. The mini-album "Back to Life" expresses the instinctual and challenging spirit of the wolf, which is part of &TEAM's identity. The work depicts the growth of boys who continue to instinctively move forward towards the future despite facing setbacks and trials, making it an ambitious project that challenges a wide range of musical styles. Since its release, the mini-album has gained attention, with all six tracks included ranking on MelOn's "Hot 100" (based on the 30th of release), and it achieved No. 1 on the Oricon Daily Album chart as of October 28. Additionally, the work achieved a total shipment of 1.13 million copies on the first day, surpassing the record of their 3rd single "Go in Blind (Tsuki Okami)" which took about three months to reach million certification. &TEAM's 3rd single "Go in Blind (Tsuki Okami)" released on April 23, 2025, surpassed total shipments of 1 million copies and received their first "Million Certification" in July's Gold Disk certification, proving their immense popularity centered in Japan. Furthermore, their first Asia tour, which started in May, attracted approximately 160,000 attendees, including an encore performance at Saitama Super Arena, increasing their global visibility. With this Korean debut, &TEAM is accelerating their path towards "Japan to Global," and their future is worth watching.
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On the afternoon of the 30th, &TEAM attended a pop-up commemorative event in Songsoo-dong, Seoul. They celebrated their debut in Korea and highlighted their teamwork as a nine-member group in the K-POP scene. Their first mini-album 'Back to Life' achieved a million sales on its release day!
&TEAM, a global group from Japan, released their first mini-album 'Back to Life' on October 28, achieving over 1 million sales on the first day. This milestone makes them the first Japanese artists to reach million sales in both Japan and Korea. The album showcases their growth and challenges in music, and they express gratitude to their fans for the support.
&TEAM, a global group formed through 'HYBE LABELS JAPAN', celebrates their 3rd anniversary with their first mini-album 'Back to Life', officially debuting in Korea. The album showcases their growth and teamwork over three years, featuring the title track that embodies their strong will and challenges ahead.
On the afternoon of the 28th, &TEAM held a showcase at Blue Square SOL Travel Hall in Seoul to celebrate the release of their 1st mini-album 'Back to Life.' They released the album's music and music video the day before. Additionally, &TEAM is set to perform their debut song on the November 1st broadcast of 'with MUSIC' from the top floor of HYBE's building.
&TEAM is set to appear on the music program "with MUSIC" on November 1, where they will guide viewers through HYBE's headquarters in Seoul, revealing training rooms and secrets behind star creation. They will also perform their title track "Back to Life" from their debut mini-album. Other guests include Travis Japan and Leo Ieiri.
&TEAM has released their first mini-album "Back to Life" in Korea, marking their debut. The album reflects their identity and growth, featuring the title track that combines Rock and Hip-hop. The music video portrays their struggles and unity, highlighting their determination to move forward despite challenges. The group has gained significant popularity in Japan and aims to expand globally.
On the afternoon of the 27th, &TEAM completed their first Asia tour encore concert and headed to Korea via Gimpo International Airport. They will debut in Korea with their first mini-album 'Back to Life' releasing on the 28th. Some members, K and JO, will miss part of the schedule due to unavoidable personal activities.
&TEAM has unveiled a teaser for the music video of their first Korean mini-album 'Back to Life', set to release on October 28. This album symbolizes their growth and challenges, reflecting their identity as wolves. The teaser shows the members' determination and energy, marking their first step in the 'Japan to Global' journey.
&TEAM successfully concluded their first Asia tour with an encore concert in Japan, drawing 160,000 fans across 10 cities. The event featured elaborate performances, including special interactions with fans and a variety of songs, culminating in a promise for their upcoming Korean debut and new album release.
