BABYMONSTER's "CHOOM" blends music and performance, captivating fans with its energy and achieving record-breaking views and sales.
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BABYMONSTER released a new song "CHOOM" that emits intense energy by merging music and performance, captivating music fans. BABYMONSTER released their 3rd mini-album "CHOOM" on May 4 (May 5 in Japan). The title track "CHOOM," which maximizes the essence of performance among diverse tracks that traverse hip-hop, dance, and R&B, embodies BABYMONSTER's ambition to turn the world into a huge 'dance battle,' eliciting responses from listeners. Its unique sound development, which is unforgettable after one listen, is also impressive. "CHOOM" is a hip-hop dance song characterized by addictive synth riffs and heavy bass, particularly noted for its impactful chorus where the beat switches. The music video, featuring bold performances and the members' mature visuals, has also become a topic of discussion. Various sets like security checkpoints and ballet classrooms add to the enjoyment of viewing, and the large group dance scene performed with dancers in the latter half maximizes visual pleasure. In particular, the powerful point choreography amidst dynamic movements shows signs of a challenge boom, expected to invite participation from fans worldwide. In fact, this music video ranked first on YouTube's worldwide trends immediately after its release and was selected as the most viewed video within 24 hours, surpassing 16 million views. The live stream held on the comeback day recorded about 1.57 million views in one hour, increasing by over 400,000 views compared to the live performance of their previous work "WE GO UP," showcasing their next-generation 'YouTube Queen' status. The audio source and album have also achieved remarkable results. "CHOOM" dominated the iTunes album chart in 15 countries and topped the iTunes worldwide album chart. Additionally, this album recorded sales of 387,871 copies on the first day according to HANTEO chart standards, setting a record for the highest first-day sales and increasing by about 1.5 times compared to their previous work "WE GO UP."
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Following their comeback with the mini-album 'CHOOM', BABYMONSTER has surpassed 12 million YouTube subscribers, marking the fastest growth for a K-POP girl group. Their title track has also gained immense popularity, trending worldwide. The group is set for a major world tour across 18 cities, expanding their influence further.
To celebrate the release of their 3rd mini-album 'CHOOM', BABYMONSTER hosted a vibrant event in Harajuku from May 8-10, attracting about 3000 participants. The event featured dance performances, special appearances, and a lively atmosphere embodying the album's theme of freedom and unity through dance. The excitement continued with promotional activities in the Harajuku area, highlighting BABYMONSTER's growing global presence as they prepare for their world tour.
BABYMONSTER is set to embark on their second world tour, covering 18 cities in Asia and Oceania. The tour includes a highly anticipated concert at Osaka's Kyocera Dome, marking their first dome performance after 2 years and 5 months since debut. Following their successful first tour, this expansion solidifies their global presence.
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On May 4, BABYMONSTER will hold a special live event to celebrate their 3rd mini-album 'CHOOM', featuring dance performances and real-time fan interactions. The event will include behind-the-scenes stories and plans for future activities. The album includes four new tracks and marks the start of their second world tour after a sold-out Seoul concert.
Ahead of their comeback, BABYMONSTER has unveiled a preview of their new song "CHOOM". The group showcases striking visuals and a bold sound, hinting at their energetic global ambitions. Their 3rd mini-album, featuring four diverse tracks, will be released on May 4, followed by a world tour across five continents.
