Triple Crown for a Rising Rookie
Rookie K-pop boy group Close Your Eyes (members Jeon Minwook, Ma Jingxiang, Jang Yeojoon, Kim Seongmin, Song Seungho, Kenshin, and Seo Kyungbae) is on fire—earning three music show wins in less than a week with their comeback track “Snowy Summer.”
From ‘Monster Rookie’ to Triple Threat
The group snagged their latest trophy on KBS2’s Music Bank on the 18th, making it their third win following victories on SBS M’s THE SHOW and MBC M’s Show Champion.
Debuting just this past April with the sentimental track “Every Poem and Novel Within Me,” the group had already earned a nickname among fans and media alike: ‘Monster Rookies.’ Now, with their first comeback, they’ve leveled up into triple crown status.
Fresh Beat, Frosty Vibes
Their new title track “Snowy Summer” is a smooth pop R&B fusion layered with house undertones. The track playfully contrasts the imagery of a snow-coated summer, mirroring the whimsical mood of the song’s music video—where the members appear as ghosts (yes, adorable ones) with a humorous twist. The video has already racked up over 22.8 million views on YouTube.
Record Sales and Chart Domination
Their second mini-album, also titled “Snowy Summer,” dropped on July 9 and exploded right out of the gate—selling over 200,000 copies on release day alone. Overall sales have now surpassed 300,000, placing them among the top rookie sellers of the year.
The album topped Hanteo’s real-time and daily album charts, while also landing highly on Circle Chart’s retail rankings. Even internationally, it broke into the iTunes Top K-pop Albums in five countries.
Humble Hearts, Big Dreams
Following their win, the members shared a heartfelt message: “We’re overwhelmed with gratitude for our label and everyone who helped us bring this stage to life. To receive an award every time we release an album… we truly don’t take it for granted. We’ll keep working hard until we’re worthy of every No.1 stage.”
Industry insiders—and fans—are keeping their eyes fixed on Close Your Eyes as they continue their winning streak with ongoing promotions for “Snowy Summer.”
