Week in Review, 9/14 to 9/20

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

HEADLINES

* The Fact Music Awards crowned 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 Icon of the Year while Cortis took home Best Album and Sound of the Year went to Nmixx.

DEBUTS & COMEBACKS

* Close Your Eyes said “Open Your Eyes” in a pre-release MV.
* The group returns on September 30 with 256th Note.
* IU × Artist bio IU Real name: Lee Ji-eunPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, ActressNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1993-05-16Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea IU is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress known for her distinctive vocals, songwriting, and extensive career in music and acting. IU is known for a thoughtful and introspective public persona and for taking an active role in the creative direction of her music. Tap again to view profile → Close went to an “Unknown Planet” in her latest.
* 82Major asked “Wyd?“
* 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 ‘s Hongjoong × Artist bio Hongjoong Real name: Kim Hong-joongPosition: Leader, RapperNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1998-11-07Birthplace: Anyang, South Korea ATEEZ’s leader and creative force, Hongjoong is known for his sharp rap style, strong leadership, and deep involvement in the group’s music and concepts. Hongjoong is a determined, creative leader who spends most of his time on music and concepts, with a thoughtful and caring side. Tap again to view profile → Close teamed up with Bazzi for “Enough.”
* Rose showed off a “New Trick” in collaboration with Apple.

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TEASERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

* Joshua‘s special single “Baby Come Home” will be out on September 22.
* Oneus release their 12th EP First Light on September 23.
* AllDay Project return on September 28 with Crash.
* 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 drop their repackage fronted by “Animal” on the same day.
* Minzy released the highlight medley Calling. The album also drops on the 28th.
* Cravity teased Sonorous with a concept film ahead of the album’s September 30 release.
* NCT × About group NCT NCT is a South Korean boy group formed by SM Entertainment with a unique multi-unit concept. There are 6 units within NCT; NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT WISH, WayV, NCT U, NCT DOJAEJUNG. Tap again to view profile → Close Wish put out their fourth mini album I Spy on October 12.
* Also back on the 12th are Plave with Hyperdrive.
* Illit plans to Break Even on October 26.
* Rescene confirmed a November 13 comeback.

OTHER NEWS

* WJSN‘s Eunso and Seola have left Starship Entertainment.

(YouTube. Ten × Artist bio Ten Real name: Chittaphon LeechaiyapornkulPosition: WayV - Main Dancer, Main Vocalist, Main RapperNationality: ThailandBirthday: 1996-02-27Birthplace: Bangkok, Thailand Ten is a member of NCT. Tap again to view profile → Close Asia. Images via: KOZ Entertainment, Starship Entertainment.)