Alex McCurthy
The September Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings have been unveiled, and the leading names in K-pop are making waves. BTS, SEVENTEEN, NCT, EXO, and THE BOYZ, alongside other notable groups like INFINITE, have secured their spots on this prestigious list. The rankings, compiled by the Korea Business Research Institute, factor in various indexes such as communication, participation, media presence, and community engagement. The data collection spanned from August 9 to September 9, offering insights into how these boy groups interact with their audiences and impact their brand image.
Here’s a glimpse of the top 30 Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings for September:
- BTS
- SEVENTEEN
- NCT
- EXO
- THE BOYZ
- INFINITE
- ZEROBASEONE
- Stray Kids
- Super Junior
- MONSTA X
- BTOB
- ENHYPEN
- SHINee
- ASTRO
- TREASURE
- WINNER
- 2PM
- ONF
- BIGBANG
- ATEEZ
- HIGHLIGHT
- TVXQ
- TXT
- Wanna One
- VIXX
- PENTAGON
- NU’EST
- NINE.i
- Shinhwa
- OMEGA X
BTS’ Recent Activities: Among BTS members, V stands out with his solo debut album, “Layover.” The album features the title track “Slow Dancing” and other captivating songs like “Rainy Days,” “Love Me Again,” “Blue,” and “For Us.” With a total of six tracks, including the bonus track “Slow Dancing (Piano Ver.),” the album blends pop R&B with elements of jazz and gospel, creating a diverse musical experience. V has also set a remarkable record for first-day album sales, with approximately 1.67 million copies sold, encompassing physical and Weverse copies.
SEVENTEEN’s Recent Achievements: SEVENTEEN achieved a Gold Disc Triple Platinum certification for their first Japanese best album, “ALWAYS YOURS,” released on August 23rd. As of August 2023, the album’s total sales have surpassed an impressive 750,000 copies. Earlier in January, SEVENTEEN earned the Japanese Gold Circle Million Certificate by surpassing 1 million cumulative sales with their first Japanese EP, “DREAM.”
NCT’s Latest Release: On September 7th at 6 PM KST (2:30 PM IST), the music video for Taeil and Haechan’s duet song, “N.Y.C.T,” was unveiled. The R&B pop duet showcases an exciting piano melody and incorporates the sounds of brass, guitar, and bass. Taeil and Haechan’s tender vocals add a romantic touch to the song, and their harmonious blend enhances the listening experience. Taeil’s energizing voice and Haechan’s distinctive tone make “N.Y.C.T” a must-listen for fans of NCT.
