AND2BLE's First Comeback Is Already a Hit: 800,000 Albums Sold and Two Music Show Wins
K-pop boy group AND2BLE has made a strong start with its first comeback, selling more than 800,000 copies of its second mini album, "Sequence 02: Attraction," in its first week. The group is also continuing its promotions through music show performances and online dance content.
AND2BLE (Zhang Hao, Yoo Seungeon, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin and Han Yujin) released the album on Oct. 27, about five months after debuting in May with its first mini album, "Sequence 01: Curiosity."
The title track, "French Kissing," is a tropical R&B song about the moment two people feel strongly drawn to each other. Built around a reggae-style bass line and a repeating rhythm, it captures the emotions of falling in love.
The choreography draws on the song's title. In the signature move, the members cover their mouths with both hands before making a gesture that resembles two lips meeting. The routine begins with gentle movements before gradually becoming more intense. Choreographer Nick Joseph, who has worked with numerous K-pop artists, helped create the dance.
The B-side "Potion" offers a different mood. The song captures the excitement of being attracted to someone at first sight. On stage, the members adjust the intensity of their movements to match the rhythm. While "French Kissing" emphasizes powerful group choreography, "Potion" focuses on more controlled movements and fluid dance lines.
Beyond music shows, AND2BLE has been sharing its choreography through online content. The group appeared on "Relay Dance" and "Studio Choom," with its "Studio Choom" performance of "French Kissing" surpassing 1 million views. The members also released dance practice and performance videos, giving fans a closer look at the choreography.
The album also set a new first-week sales record for the group. "Sequence 02: Attraction" sold more than 800,000 copies in its first week, surpassing the approximately 730,000 copies sold by its debut album. The new release also entered the top 10 of the iTunes Top Albums charts in 15 regions.
The music video for "French Kissing" has surpassed 37 million views. AND2BLE also secured two music show wins, taking first place on SBS Life's "The Show" on Nov. 3 and MBC M and MBC every1's "Show Champion" on Nov. 4.
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