AMPERS&ONE Grabs Spotlight: Chicago Tribune Features Exclusive Interview on 'LOUD & PROUD' Success

Global K-Pop sensation AMPERS&ONE is currently basking in the international spotlight, with major overseas media outlets paying close attention to their latest achievements.

The prestigious Chicago Tribune dedicated a feature in its recent edition to an exclusive interview with AMPERS&ONE, focusing on the success and themes of their third mini-album, 'LOUD & PROUD,' released in August.

During the interview, member Na Kam-den shared the album's core message: "We decided to do everything in life with pride and confidence. That mindset was reflected when we performed for this album." He expressed strong conviction in their work. Meanwhile, Choi Ji-ho highlighted the album's impact, stating, "This album has a strong overall vibe, with catchy melodies and impressive beats that stick in your head. We believe our fans will really enjoy focusing on those aspects."

Furthermore, Na Kam-den and Ji Myung-yeol (Makaya) showcased their growing musical prowess by participating in the songwriting for all tracks on the album. Na Kam-den revealed that he penned some lyrics during their US tour earlier this year, pondering the message while repeatedly listening to the melodies and drawing inspiration from the unique atmosphere of different cities. Makaya added that he worked on his rap verses whenever he had free time during the tour, focusing on what he wanted to express and jotting down keywords that came to mind for each track.

AMPERS&ONE has achieved a career high with their new album 'LOUD & PROUD,' garnering significant domestic and international attention. The album topped the Hanteo Chart daily physical album chart on its release day, ranked high on the Circle Chart retail album chart, surpassed 100,000 copies in initial sales, and the title track's music video reached 10 million views in the shortest time frame yet. They are set to continue their global popularity by performing as the opening act for P1Harmony's world tour in seven North American cities starting October 27th. The continuous interest from leading overseas media such as Forbes and the Chicago Tribune is amplifying expectations for AMPERS&ONE's future endeavors.

AMPERS&ONE is a six-member boy group under FNC Entertainment. The group's name, combining 'AMPERSAND' meaning 'infinite' and 'ONE' meaning 'unity', signifies their aspiration to always be with their fans forever. They made their debut on September 19, 2023, with their first mini-album 'AMPERS&ONE'.