The eight-member boyband, ATEEZ, exuded excitement as they entered the conference room of their US label, RCA Records, before their interview with NME. Days prior, the group had made waves with their debut appearance at the Coachella festival. San shared that he couldn’t forget the memory of their boss telling them they would be the first K-pop boyband to perform at the festival. Their performance was described as an exciting moment in their career, with spectacular pyrotechnics and their high-energy song performances.
The group was apprehensive but was driven by the need to have fun and create a happy experience for the audience. The new fans who had experienced ATEEZ’s performance shared the same sentiment, as they danced enthusiastically during their performance. ATEEZ’s popularity had grown, with their label, KQ Entertainment, challenging on the global scene. Hongjoong, the group’s leader, expressed pride in being featured in a new pop-up exhibit at the Grammy Museum, which is the first of its kind in the Korean scene.
ATEEZ was inspired by various artists while building their dream, adding their creative storytelling to share the tales of their own lives. Their upcoming new mini-album, ‘Golden Hour: Part. 1’, will focus on more familiar and fun aspects. The group will continue to develop as artists, exploring new musicality and experimentation with each release. ATEEZ will return to the US in July and August for a new tour, including their first stadium dates in Los Angeles and New York.
The interview concluded with Hongjoong’s positive outlook, emphasizing that they always talk about their performances and music fitting the big stages. As they continue on their journey, their hardworking attitude should take them to greater heights. ATEEZ’s new mini-album, ‘Golden Hour: Part. 1’, will release on May 31
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