Posted on Nov 5, 2023
NewJeans says they’re more than solely K-pop stars as they break global barriers
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After an already impressive year, NewJeans is reflecting on being the first female group to be nominated for the “Top Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) Artist” award.
The group, which has experienced a swift rise since its debut in 2022, landed the spot in the category alongside artists Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Bad Bunny and Ed Sheeran. NewJeans also earned the most nominations, spread across four different categories, among this year’s K-pop acts.
The nomination factors in streaming and sales from countries and territories around the world from Canada to Japan but excludes U.S. audiences, according to Billboard. The category was introduced last year.
The teen quintet — whose members’ stage names are Minji and Hanni, 19; Danielle, 18; Haerin, 17; and Hyein, 15 — became a fast fan favorite after they broke out largely unannounced in July of 2022 with their single “Attention.” Now as they break global barriers, they say they aren’t quite convinced about calling themselves K-pop idols or global pop stars — or whether there needs to be a distinction.
The group, which has experienced a swift rise since its debut in 2022, landed the spot in the category alongside artists Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Bad Bunny and Ed Sheeran. NewJeans also earned the most nominations, spread across four different categories, among this year’s K-pop acts.
The nomination factors in streaming and sales from countries and territories around the world from Canada to Japan but excludes U.S. audiences, according to Billboard. The category was introduced last year.
The teen quintet — whose members’ stage names are Minji and Hanni, 19; Danielle, 18; Haerin, 17; and Hyein, 15 — became a fast fan favorite after they broke out largely unannounced in July of 2022 with their single “Attention.” Now as they break global barriers, they say they aren’t quite convinced about calling themselves K-pop idols or global pop stars — or whether there needs to be a distinction.
NewJeans says they’re more than solely K-pop stars as they break global barriers
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..." While the group debuted a bit over a year ago, on July 22, 2022, Danielle pointed out that they have shared a house since they were K-pop trainees — a system consisting of practicing exhaustively in vocals, dance and a host of other lessons, often years before a debut. These days, the group practices for about four to five hours before a performance.
“The trainee years were so much fun, but also came with a lot of introspection,” Danielle said. “It’s a sort of process of finding who I am. Am I doing OK? Am I going in the right direction? As you go through these questions and put in consistent effort, there comes a moment where you realize you’ve grown a little.”
The group comes from diverse backgrounds, living apart from their families to follow their pursuits. “All my family are living in Australia, so I talk to them on the phone every day,” Hanni said. “They’re far away, but they often come to Korea, so I get to see them.”
The group faces an industry with pressures to keep up appearances and compete. Despite the demands, they say they try to remain close to their roots.
“We have put in a lot of time and effort into practicing, but the music I grew up listening to and loving, I believe, does play a big role in how I perform and sing,” Hanni said. “Especially with my family and how they loved music also drives me to keep my love for music always sincere and passionate.”
..." While the group debuted a bit over a year ago, on July 22, 2022, Danielle pointed out that they have shared a house since they were K-pop trainees — a system consisting of practicing exhaustively in vocals, dance and a host of other lessons, often years before a debut. These days, the group practices for about four to five hours before a performance.
“The trainee years were so much fun, but also came with a lot of introspection,” Danielle said. “It’s a sort of process of finding who I am. Am I doing OK? Am I going in the right direction? As you go through these questions and put in consistent effort, there comes a moment where you realize you’ve grown a little.”
The group comes from diverse backgrounds, living apart from their families to follow their pursuits. “All my family are living in Australia, so I talk to them on the phone every day,” Hanni said. “They’re far away, but they often come to Korea, so I get to see them.”
The group faces an industry with pressures to keep up appearances and compete. Despite the demands, they say they try to remain close to their roots.
“We have put in a lot of time and effort into practicing, but the music I grew up listening to and loving, I believe, does play a big role in how I perform and sing,” Hanni said. “Especially with my family and how they loved music also drives me to keep my love for music always sincere and passionate.”
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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