The group ATEEZ has reached a spectacular new peak in their ninth year since debut, firmly establishing themselves as a powerhouse global idol group.
ATEEZ released their fourteenth mini-album, GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5, on the 26th of last month. The album captures the group embarking on a new journey, joyfully savoring moments where instinct and raw emotion take precedence.
The title track, “BAD,” has steadily surged in popularity since its release. The song’s chest-bouncing choreography quickly went viral as a major highlight, becoming a hot topic across various social media platforms. ATEEZ heavily capitalized on this momentum with explosive performances on domestic music shows and a high-profile appearance on the U.S. NBC program The Kelly Clarkson Show, further boosting the track’s global recognition.
ATEEZ continues to shatter their own records day after day on both domestic and international charts. GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5 racked up over 1.88 million copies in first-week sales, achieving the team’s highest personal record to date and marking their seventh million-selling album overall.
Furthermore, ATEEZ topped the U.S. Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200, with GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5, marking their third time capturing the number-one spot. Recording 223,000 units in album sales, they achieved their highest first-week sales figure in the U.S. and set a record for the most entries into the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 chart among K-pop groups in the 2020s. Additionally, they proved their immense global influence by dominating both the World Albums and Artist 100 charts.
Meanwhile, ATEEZ is gearing up to connect with fans at their 2026 fan meeting, ATINY’S VOYAGE : TINY MYSTERY, held at the Hwajung Gymnasium at Korea University in Seoul for three days from July 17 to 19.
Their performance on domestic music charts is equally outstanding. “BAD” entered the Top 100 daily chart on Korea’s premier music site, Melon, on July 6—just ten days after its release. This marks the first time ATEEZ has entered the daily Melon Top 100 since their debut. They have also dominated broadcast charts, claiming first place for the second week of July on the KBS 2TV music program Music Bank during its July 10 broadcast.
Following their domestic events, they are scheduled to continue their promotions in Japan. ATEEZ will release their fifth Japanese single on July 29, extending the global “BAD” sensation. This upcoming Japanese single explores the universal theme of love from various emotional perspectives, showcasing an entirely new charm for the group.
The title track will feature the Japanese version of “BAD,” alongside two original Japanese tracks, “Seeker” and “Higher.” Including the instrumental versions of each song, the single features a total of six tracks, promising a diverse range of musical colors.
ATEEZ has already heightened fans’ expectations by announcing a special showcase on July 28, the day before the single’s official release. As this marks their first Japanese comeback since releasing a full-length album last September, anticipation is mounting for their new music and stages.
After dropping the single, ATEEZ will head to K-Arena Yokohama for a three-day local fan meeting, ATINY’S VOYAGE : TINY MYSTERY, from August 4 to 6 to meet their Japanese fans.
