With hundreds of thousands of viewers round the world tuning in and casting votes for contestants in the Okay-pop survival present Boys Planet, contestants who didn’t make a spot in the ultimate band left the program with followers wanting to see their subsequent steps. No group maybe higher embraces such potential than EVNNE, the seven-member boy band rapidly ascending the Okay-pop ranks and proving themselves as way over only a easy spin-off act.

Noted for an intense collective charisma, the boy band’s debut with hard-hitting singles “Trouble” and “Ugly” spoke to a viewpoint as the convention-defying underdogs able to show themselves to the world. The group scored number-one hit songs and awards on Korea’s aggressive music packages, and this summer time launched into their first U.S. tour to broaden their worldwide fanbase and showcase their dynamic performances throughout a number of cities.

But it’s not simply the awards and accolades that outline EVNNE’s success. In lower than a yr, the group has proven exceptional evolution of their musical type, transitioning from the rebellious anthems of their debut to a softer, extra romantic sound with their third EP, RIDE or DIE from June. The lead single, “Badder Love,” a soothing rock-pop monitor recorded in each Korean and English, marks a brand new chapter for the group.

With accomplishments each in awards and aristry, Keita, Hanbin, Lee Jeonghyeon, Yunseo, Seungeon, Mun Junghyun and Jihoo have managed to carved their place in the trade and present lasting potential even when the group’s time collectively could also be brief. Read on for why else EVNNE is a gaggle to look at as Billboard‘s Okay-Pop Rookie of the Month for August 2024.

Get to know the rookies extra with unique pictures and quiz questions beneath.