ZEROBASEONE Captivates 'M Countdown' with Iconic Performance Amid Contract Renewal Talks
ZEROBASEONE has taken 'M Countdown' by storm with their iconic performance. Amidst rumors of their contract expiring later this year or early next year, WAKEONE and the members stated, "Nothing has been confirmed," and they are "in discussions about a possible extension."
ZEROBASEONE, consisting of members Sung Han-bin, Kim Ji-woong, Zhang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae-rae, Ricky, Kim Gyu-vin, Park Gun-wook, and Han Yu-jin, performed their comeback stage on the October 4th broadcast of Mnet's 'M Countdown' with the title track 'ICONIK' and the track 'Lovesick Game' from their first full album 'NEVER SAY NEVER.'
ZEROBASEONE Captivates 'M Countdown' with Iconic Performance Amid Contract Renewal Talks
'Lovesick Game' is a future bass track based on hip-hop and R&B, depicting the tangled game of love that cannot be stopped despite the pain, with ZEROBASEONE's fatal charm. The group appeared in all-red suits, adding restrained gestures to groovy movements using chairs, delivering a peak immersive experience.
Following this, ZEROBASEONE showcased their intense presence with the title track 'ICONIK,' encapsulating their journey as artists so far. They once again proved their limitless concept adaptability, solidifying their status as a 'global top-tier' group.
ZEROBASEONE Captivates 'M Countdown' with Iconic Performance Amid Contract Renewal Talks
Member Sung Han-bin, who has been hosting 'M Countdown' since September 2023, marked his final broadcast with a special stage of Lee Moo-jin's 'Youth Comic,' filled with youthful emotions. He expressed gratitude for the time spent connecting with K-pop fans worldwide through music, saying, "The time I spent as an MC for 'M Countdown' was the brightest period of my youth. I achieved so much growth over the past two years. Thank you to everyone who helped me. I will continue to work hard to show a more grown version of myself."
ZEROBASEONE Captivates 'M Countdown' with Iconic Performance Amid Contract Renewal Talks
ZEROBASEONE made history in K-pop by selling over 1.1 million copies of 'NEVER SAY NEVER' on the day of its release, achieving the unprecedented feat of being a 'six-time million-seller.' The album also topped the iTunes 'Top Albums' chart in Qatar, Russia, and the Czech Republic, and ranked first on Japan's Line Music 'Album TOP 100,' showcasing ZEROBASEONE's global popularity.
The title track 'ICONIK' also topped the iTunes 'Top Songs' chart in Bahrain, Vietnam, Chile, Indonesia, and Argentina, while the music video surpassed 22 million views within three days of release, entering the trending music charts. ZEROBASEONE, writing an iconic growth narrative, plans to continue their comeback stages on various music shows.
