Rookie group ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1) achieved million-seller status with their debut album.
According to Hanteo Chart on Jan. 19, ALPHA DRIVE ONE (Rio, Junseo, Arno, Gunwoo, Sangwon, Xinlong, Anshin, Sanghyun)'s mini album and debut album "EUPHORIA" sold a total of 1,441,270 copies during the first week after release (Jan. 12–18).
ALPHA DRIVE ONE's debut album "EUPHORIA" surpassed 1.13 million copies on its release day, proving the power of the "monster rookies." It went on to record more than 1.44 million copies in first-week sales (sales during the first week from the release date), setting the remarkable record of second-highest first-week sales for a K-pop group's debut album.
The title track of the mini album "EUPHORIA," "FREAK ALARM," topped charts globally, including Bugs' chart immediately after release, as well as Japan Line Music's K-pop top 100 chart, Rakuten Music's real-time ranking, and Japan iTunes' K-pop top songs chart.
Also, the music video for ALPHA DRIVE ONE's title track "FREAK ALARM" saw views rise rapidly after its release and is approaching 60 million cumulative views. With powerful performances, an addictive melody and high-quality visuals, it has received enthusiastic responses from global fans, once again proving its exceptional global popularity.
ALPHA DRIVE ONE, which officially debuted with "EUPHORIA" on Jan. 12, is receiving intense attention from K-pop fans at home and abroad from the moment of their debut. Through a busy schedule that spans music shows, variety programs and radio, they have shown a presence beyond that of typical rookies and continue to ride a storm of momentum.
The "first debut group of 2026," ALPHA DRIVE ONE, will continue active debut promotions.
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