Youthful Dreams Turn Into Artistic Edge
Mark your calendars—on September 1, K-pop sensation ZEROBASEONE is pulling back the curtain on their highly-anticipated first studio album, ‘NEVER SAY NEVER’. This marks a pivotal moment for the group (composed of Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Zhang Hao, Matthew, Taerae, Ricky, Gyuvin, Gunwook, and Yujin), as they step fully into the spotlight not only as performers but as fully-fledged artists.
From Rookie Energy to Global Icons
ZEROBASEONE, often dubbed the breakout super rookies of 5th-gen K-pop, have already earned serious bragging rights. Powered by their fandom ZEROSE that spans across 184 countries, the group has served up five mini-albums, all achieving “million-seller” status. That’s not just impressive—it’s unprecedented.
Each of their previous releases built up their musical universe: the coming-of-age trilogy ‘Youth in the Shade’, ‘Melting Point’, and ‘You Had Me at HELLO’, followed by the cinematic flair of their two-part ‘Paradise’ series. Now, with ‘NEVER SAY NEVER,’ they aim to deliver the most iconic version of TEAM ZB1 yet.
What’s in the Album?
The full-length album features ten tracks that blend pop, R&B, and experimental flair, forming a vibrant soundscape that represents their evolution. It’s a sonic diary chronicling their growth—not just as idols, but as storytellers. And yes, the heavyweight producers are on board, including hitmaker KENZIE, ensuring the quality is top-tier.
Going Global, Bigger Than Ever
ZEROBASEONE’s global popularity isn’t just hype. They pulled in 140,000 fans during their 2024 ‘Timeless World’ tour and are already plotting next year’s larger-than-life arena series ‘HERE & NOW.’ Oh, and did we mention they debuted at No. 28 on the Billboard 200 with their last EP?
‘NEVER SAY NEVER’ continues their mission to inspire fans who long for something extraordinary in the ordinary: “We want to remind everyone that nothing’s impossible,” the group shared through their agency WAKEONE.
The Comeback Clock Is Ticking
ZEROBASEONE’s first studio album drops September 1 at 6 PM KST across all major streaming platforms. Fans and the industry alike are watching closely—because when ZB1 speaks, the next gen listens.
[Image courtesy of WAKEONE]
