Singer EVAN firmly established his presence as a global solo artist with noticeable results from his first mini album "DEATH OF ME."
On the 14th, according to album sales tracking site Hanteo Chart, EVAN's first mini album "DEATH OF ME" recorded total sales of 530,929 copies during the week from the 7th to the 13th. With 461,488 copies sold on the first day of release, it shot to No. 1 on Hanteo's daily album chart and surpassed 500,000 copies within three days of release, earning the title of "half-million seller."
It achieved clear results on global charts beyond Korea. "DEATH OF ME" entered iTunes' "Top Albums" chart in 34 countries and regions worldwide, ranking No. 1 in 11 of those countries and regions. On China's QQ Music, it exceeded sales revenue of 250,000 yuan (Hanwha about 50 million won) and received a "gold album" certification, and on Japan's Oricon "daily album ranking," it ranked No. 2 as of Sept. 11.
Reaction to the title track "Death of Me" is also hot. Immediately after release it reached No. 1 on Bugs' real-time chart and No. 5 on Melon "HOT 100" (within 30 days of release), proving strong interest from music fans. On the latest UK Official Charts (Sept. 11–17), it entered the top ranks of the "single download chart" and the "single sales chart," and the music video rose to No. 4 on YouTube's "daily popular music videos" globally, showing steady popularity at home and abroad.
In particular, "Death of Me" is receiving greater attention as EVAN's musical color blends with refined performances. From isolation moves where he extends both hands forward while moving only his neck to restrained steps that achieve perfect synchronization with the dancers, EVAN expressed the song's emotions with delicate yet powerful movements. Critics say that adding lyrics he wrote himself further heightened the immersion of the performance.
The spread through dance challenges is also notable. As of 10 a.m. on the 14th, more than 42,000 posts (including original sound) using the "Death of Me" audio have been uploaded to TikTok. Various artists, including LE SSERAFIM's Kazuha, &TEAM's Nicholas, ALPHA DRIVE ONE's Sangwon, TUIDE's Saki and Elena, have participated in the challenge, adding to the buzz.
Having shown his presence across albums, digital tracks, global charts and performances with his first solo album, interest is growing in what moves EVAN will make next.
Meanwhile, EVAN will appear on SBS Life's "The Show" on the 15th to continue "DEATH OF ME" activities. He will then attend the "2026 The Fact Co. Music Awards" on the 19th, the "NBA Fan Day" held in Macau on Oct. 10, "K-LIVE FESTIVAL BAND : AGE" in Bangkok on the 17th, and "NOL FESTIVAL" on the 18th, among other events, intensifying his global activities.
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