By Shim Sun-ah
SEOUL, Sept. 24 (Yonhap) — Exciting news for K-pop fans! Cortis, the new boy band from BigHit Music, has made an impressive entrance on the Billboard 200 albums chart, debuting at No. 15 with their first EP, “Color Outside the Lines.” This remarkable achievement marks the second-highest position ever for a debut album by a K-pop act and the highest for a group not formed from existing established bands, as announced by BigHit.
In a thrilling development, Cortis is also the first K-pop boy band to break into the top 20 since the inception of their genre over the past four years, showcasing the rising popularity of fresh talent in the industry.
This five-member group includes talented artists Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho. They are the first new boy band from BigHit since the debut of Tomorrow X Together (TXT) in 2019, making this a noteworthy event for fans of the genre.
BigHit has described Cortis as a “young creator crew,” emphasizing their unique ability to produce their own music, choreography, and videos, all with a fresh and original sensibility.
Since its release on September 8, the album “Color Outside the Lines” has captivated listeners with five tracks, led by the empowering single “What You Want.” The song resonates with themes of chasing one’s desires with confidence and without hesitation, further solidifying Cortis’s place in the K-pop scene.
This debut marks a monumental step for the emerging artists, promising an exciting journey ahead. Fans and new listeners alike are encouraged to explore their music and witness the innovative spirit Cortis brings to the industry.
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