Koyote is also making smooth progress with their main activities ahead of Shinji's wedding.
Koyote (Kim Jong-min, Shinji, Baekga) successfully entered the music chart right after the release of their new song 'Call Me' on the 6th, demonstrating the original 'fun' power of the veteran group. The new song 'Call Me' reached No. 1 on the Kakao music real-time chart (as of 10 p.m. on the 6th) and also ranked No. 1 on the Genie latest release chart (1 week), showcasing the presence of a music powerhouse.
In addition, they achieved success in major music charts, ranking 7th on Melon HOT100 (within 30 days of release), 32nd on HOT100 (within 100 days of release), and 85th on Bugs real-time chart (as of 9 a.m. on the 7th), signaling a smooth start for group activities. With their return as the complete 'Koyote' after a long time, the attention from listeners toward 'Call Me' continues to be hot.
The new song 'Call Me' is a track of the new 'RE-DM' genre that combines retro sensibility and EDM, featuring a catchy melody, intuitive lyrics, and trendy rhythms in harmony. Notably, they joined forces once again with composer Choi Jun-young, known for creating hit songs like 'Pure Love' and 'Heartbreak,' proving Koyote's originality.
Listeners have expressed favorable opinions about the new song 'Call Me,' released with 27 years of Koyote's experience. Fans are responding enthusiastically, saying, 'The sound is packed, and I'm so excited,' 'It has the original Koyote color,' and 'As expected of Koyote! It's epic as we waited,' while the accompanying music video is also receiving praise for evoking strong nostalgia with trendy direction and choreography that appeals to all generations.
As much as the hot enthusiasm for the music, the 'Call Me Challenge' is also actively ongoing. Centered around its energetic chorus, the catchy and easy-to-follow point choreography is spreading through short-form platforms, creating a 'Call Me frenzy' with participation from both stars and the general public across generations.
Meanwhile, Koyote, who provided both strong nostalgia and thrilling excitement through the new song 'Call Me,' plans to continue the comeback heat with a nationwide tour concert '2025 Koyote Festival' starting in September.
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