Week in Review, 6/15 to 6/21

Welcome to another edition of SB Week in Review. Here’s all the news you might have missed over the past week:

HEADLINES

* Ateez × About group ATEEZ ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stage presence. Tap again to view profile → Close took home the daesang at the Seoul Music Awards. Best digital song went to Le Sserafim × About group LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM is a five-member multinational girl group under SOURCE MUSIC, consisting of SAKURA, KIM CHAEWON, HUH YUNJIN, KAZUHA and HONG EUNCHAE. The group debuted on May 2, 2022. Their name is an anagram of "I'M FEARLESS" and represents moving forward fearlessly without being swayed by the expectations of the world. Tap again to view profile → Close , while BoyNextDoor × About group BOYNEXTDOOR BOYNEXTDOOR is a six-member South Korean boy group under KOZ Entertainment. The group consists of SUNGHO, RIWOO, JAEHYUN, TAESAN, LEEHAN, and WOONHAK. They officially debuted on May 30, 2023. The group's name reflects the idea of approachable "boys next door," with music centered on relatable stories, everyday experiences, and the emotions of youth. Their official fandom name is ONEDOOR. Tap again to view profile → Close and Zerobaseone × About group ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 5-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet I. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. Tap again to view profile → Close were awarded best album.

DEBUTS & COMEBACKS

* Riize gave instructions for how to “Do Your Dance” in their latest.
* StayC couldn’t look away from their phones in “2 Love.”
* ONF were haunted by the uncertainty of the future in “Open the Door.”
* OmegaX were “Uncapped” for their comeback.
* Uspeer played a “Wicked Game” in their newest MV.

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TEASERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

* Hearts2Hearts × About group Hearts2Hearts Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) is an 8-member girl group under SM Entertainment, debuting in 2025 with a fresh, emotional pop sound and a global focus. Tap again to view profile → Close will keep the summer citrus craze going with “Lemon Tang” on June 22.
* Evan × Artist bio EVAN Real name: Lee Hee-seungPosition: Soloist, Singer-SongwriterNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2001-10-15 EVAN is a South Korean solo singer-songwriter formerly known as Heeseung of ENHYPEN. EVAN is known publicly for a thoughtful, music-focused personality and a strong interest in vocals and performance. His artistic identity places emphasis on musical growth and developing his own voice as an individual performer. Tap again to view profile → Close will officially leave Heeseung behind for his first solo single “Ride or Die” on the same day.
* Classy return with “Tear Drop” on June 23.
* Ryeowook will drop the sentimental single “Runaway” also on the 23rd.
* Primrose will bring throwback vibes on June 24 with “Cosmic.”
* Stray Kids × About group Stray Kids Stray Kids is an eight-member self-producing boy group known for intense performances, experimental sound, and powerful rap lines. Tap again to view profile → Close will put out the pre-release “Run It” on June 24, ahead of their new album Run It on August 7.
* AtHeart will be back with “Say It” on June 24.
* Ateez will try to remember something “Bad” on June 26.
* The8 and Vernon will debut as V8 with “Singasong” on June 29.
* Choi Yoojung will be back on June 30 with Perfect Target.
* Rescene will release the digital single “Pretty Girl” on July 8.
* Ahof will return with Run to You on the same day.
* TXT‘s Yeonjun will drop No Labels Part 2 on July 10.

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OTHER NEWS

* Belift Lab announced Illit‘s Moka — who had been on hiatus since April — will temporarily suspend all activities to focus on her health.
* Chaewon × Artist bio Chaewon Real name: Kim Chae-wonPosition: Leader, Singer, PerformerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2000-08-01Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea KIM CHAEWON is a South Korean singer, performer, and leader of LE SSERAFIM. She previously promoted as a member of IZ*ONE. CHAEWON is known for combining a calm and responsible leadership style with a playful and energetic side. Tap again to view profile → Close of Le Sserafim will return to activities following a neck injury.
* CLC’s Kwon Eunbi announced her retirement from the entertainment industry.

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