Apink achieves 1st place on Mnet's 'M COUNTDOWN' with 'Love Me More,' celebrating their 15th anniversary and thanking fans.
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Apink achieved the remarkable feat of ranking first on a music program after their comeback. Apink appeared yesterday (15th) on Mnet's 'M COUNTDOWN' broadcast in Korea and won the first-place trophy with the title track 'Love Me More' from their 11th mini-album 'RE: LOVE.' On this day, becoming the protagonists of first place, they expressed, 'We are really grateful to the people in our company and the staff who worked hard for the album. We are also really thankful to our family and PANDA (Apink's fans).' They added, 'We are truly grateful to receive this award in our 15th year since debut. We will continue to work hard and show good appearances in the future.' Along with this, Apink showcased the stage of 'Love Me More,' which exudes pure energy and classic sensibility. Wearing casual yet sophisticated outfits that highlight each member's individuality, Apink elevated the immersion with dynamic group dances, sensory dance lines, and delicate expressiveness. They led an unwavering live performance with solid vocal skills, demonstrating the strength of a 'long-run icon.' 'RE: LOVE' is an album that incorporates a deep love and healing story that Apink, celebrating their 15th anniversary this year, realized while reflecting on 15 years ago, packed into well-made tracks of various genres. After its release, it ranked in the top album charts of 19 regions on iTunes and 13 regions on Apple Music, proving their unchanged global popularity. In particular, the title track 'Love Me More' has dominated music charts both domestically and internationally, and as the number of users of the sound source steadily increases, it is riding a rising wave of popularity with listeners' favorable reviews over time. Apink is not only enhancing their activities with the stage of 'Love Me More,' which expresses the 1990s analog machine synth sound in their unique team color, but also engaging in dance challenges with various artists. Apink will hold their 8th solo concert 'The Origin: APINK' on February 21 and 22 at the Jangchung Gymnasium in Jung-gu, Seoul, continuing to interact with fans. This performance will feature a selection of songs and stages that trace the history of Apink from their beginnings to the present, which is still ongoing.
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