ATEEZ Dominates Oricon Weekly Charts with 'The World Ep.FIN: WILL', Achieving Double Crown
K-pop sensation ATEEZ has achieved a remarkable feat, clinching the top spot on two major Japanese Oricon weekly charts with their second Japanese full-length album, 'Ashes to Light'.
According to the Oricon charts released on September 24th, 'Ashes to Light' ranked first in the 'Weekly Combined Album Ranking' for the period of September 15th to 21st. This success follows their previous achievement of topping the 'Weekly Album Ranking,' marking a significant double win for the group.
The album recorded over 116,000 copies in its first week of release, setting a new personal best for their Japanese album sales. This outstanding performance underscores the fervent interest and popularity of their first full-length Japanese album in four and a half years.
'Ashes to Light' carries a profound message of 'new hope from hardship.' The title track, 'Ash,' is a standout piece featuring a mesmerizing blend of ethereal textures and dynamic beats, further enhanced by ATEEZ's evolved vocal prowess and striking rap delivery.
Upon its release on the 17th, the album immediately claimed the number one spot on the Oricon 'Daily Album Ranking,' signaling a strong comeback. The album has continued its global chart success, securing a top 5 position on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart and appearing on the Spotify Daily Top Artists chart.
The title track 'Ash' also made its mark on the iTunes Top Song charts in 11 countries and the LINE MUSIC Album TOP100. Furthermore, its accompanying music video achieved first place on the LINE MUSIC Music Video TOP100, YouTube Music Video Trending Worldwide, and Video Trending Worldwide, solidifying ATEEZ's status as a global act.
In addition to their album success, ATEEZ is actively engaging with their Japanese fanbase through their tour 'IN YOUR FANTASY.' They successfully completed concerts in Saitama and Nagoya in September and are set to perform in Kobe on October 22nd and 23rd. The Kobe shows saw an immediate sell-out upon ticket release, with additional seats being opened due to overwhelming fan demand.
ATEEZ is an eight-member boy group under KQ Entertainment, known for their powerful performances and unique concepts. Debuting in 2018, their name is an acronym for 'A TEEnager Z,' signifying their aim to encompass everything about teenagers. They have garnered a significant international fanbase since their debut.