KATSEYE, the global group formed by HYBE and Geffen Records, continues to make waves on the U.S. Billboard charts.
The group's second EP, 'Beautiful Chaos,' has reached No. 128 on the latest Billboard 200 chart, marking its 53rd week on the chart.
'Beautiful Chaos' previously achieved 52 consecutive weeks on the chart as of July 4. This marks the first time a girl group album has remained on the Billboard 200 for a year since The Pussycat Dolls' debut album 'PCD' in 2005.
The Billboard 200 ranks albums based on sales, streaming, and downloads. KATSEYE is being recognized for establishing a long-term presence in the U.S. pop market with 'Beautiful Chaos,' beyond its initial buzz.
The group has also seen success on the singles chart, with several tracks entering the Billboard Hot 100. 'Gabriela' peaked at No. 21, 'PINKY UP' reached No. 28, 'Internet Girl' hit No. 29, and 'Gnarly' landed at No. 82.
In June, KATSEYE released the collaboration single 'ICONIC BY MISTAKE' with fellow HYBE label groups LE SSERAFIM and ILLIT. The song reached No. 38 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking the highest position for a K-pop girl group song on the chart this year. KATSEYE has now placed five songs on the Hot 100.
The group has also achieved recognition outside the charts. KATSEYE was nominated for 'Best New Artist' and 'Best Pop Duo/Group Performance' at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. At the American Music Awards held in May, they won three awards, including 'New Artist of the Year.'
KATSEYE is expanding its presence on global festival stages, performing at events such as Lollapalooza Chicago and South America, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, and Governors Ball.
Starting in September, KATSEYE will embark on its first North American and European tour, 'THE WILDWORLD TOUR.' The tour sold out all shows within 48 hours of ticket sales and will take place in 27 cities across 10 countries.
KATSEYE is a global girl group formed through the audition project 'The Debut: Dream Academy' by HYBE and Geffen Records. While based on Korea's production and training system, the group's member composition, music, and activities are tailored for the global market, including the U.S.
The long chart run of 'Beautiful Chaos' and its success on the Hot 100 exemplify HYBE's 'multi-home, multi-genre' strategy.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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