ZEROBASEONE Shines as 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' at Record Store Day
ZEROBASEONE, the group that debuted in July 2023, has once again proven their status as a 'global top-tier' act. Originally a nine-member group, ZEROBASEONE will now continue as a five-member unit, excluding members from YH Entertainment (formerly Yuehua), with members Sung Han-bin, Kim Ji-woong, Kim Tae-rae, Seok Matthew, and Park Gun-wook.

The group, consisting of Sung Han-bin, Kim Ji-woong, Zhang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae-rae, Ricky, Kim Gyu-bin, Park Gun-wook, and Han Yu-jin, recently claimed the title of 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' at the prestigious 'Record Store Day,' showcasing their global influence.

ZEROBASEONE Shines as 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' at Record Store Day
'Record Store Day' is an international event held across the globe, including in the United States, to promote independent record stores. It features the sale of limited edition records from renowned artists each year.

To commemorate this achievement, ZEROBASEONE will release an exclusive limited edition vinyl of their first full-length album, 'NEVER SAY NEVER.' This special edition 'Cookie Monster' blue vinyl will include a gatefold package, a vinyl-exclusive poster, and a set of nine photo cards featuring exclusive images of each member, generating much anticipation.

ZEROBASEONE expressed their gratitude, stating, "Being named 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' at 'Record Store Day' is a tremendous honor. 2025 has been an incredible year where we achieved many of our dreams. We are grateful to everyone who made this possible, especially our fans, ZEROSE."

ZEROBASEONE Shines as 'K-Pop Artist of the Year' at Record Store Day
Their first full-length album, 'NEVER SAY NEVER,' marks a significant milestone in ZEROBASEONE's musical journey. Following their 'Youth Trilogy' and 'Paradise Duology,' they have crafted the iconic 'TEAM ZB1' synergy, delivering a powerful message of perseverance with 'NEVER SAY NEVER,' encouraging those who dream of something special in ordinary life.

'NEVER SAY NEVER' debuted at number 23 on the Billboard 200, the main album chart in the United States, setting a new personal best for the group.

ZEROBASEONE's limited edition vinyl for 'Record Store Day' will be available in the United States starting April 18, with more details available on their official website.

Reporter: Sojung Lee, TenAsia forusojung@tenasia.co.kr
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