Freshly debuted WAKER brings their sweet taste with “Sweet Tape,” released on July 16.
WAKER Debut
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WAKER debuted in January 2024 with their album “Mission of School,” featuring ten songs. Among their first album, their most popular track was “ATLANTIS.”
Meet The Members
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The group is composed of six members, many of whom are former members of other groups and have appeared on survival shows, bringing their experience into the group.
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Kohyeon (1994) is the leader and vocalist, while Kwon Hyeop (1998) serves as the rapper. Ijun (1998) is the dancer of the group.
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Leo (2000) is both a dancer and vocalist, Saebyeol (2001) showcases his vocal skills as a vocalist, and Sebum (2002), the youngest member, also contributes as a vocalist.
“Sweet Tape” Release
WAKER’s 2nd Mini Album “Sweet Tape,” featuring the title track ‘Vanilla Choco Shake,’ was released and quickly garnered 31K views in two days. The music video captures the essence of the cute and upbeat song, along with the members’ charm. It’s a perfect summer track with a catchy chorus, highlighting the group’s potential from production to performance.
A Twitter user praised the song, calling it a refreshing track:
Album Review
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The album opens with a super catchy introduction, blending a groovy summer vibe that showcases the members’ vocals. “Sweet Tape” includes nine songs, each bringing a different flavor apart from the summer jams. Tracks like ‘Call My Name’ and ‘To.X’ add a softer touch, while ‘Lollipop’ introduces a hint of rock. The album wraps up with ‘Dreaming Talk: DAY 2,’ where listeners hear a conversation, giving the album a personal touch.
Achievements
The album has marked a significant milestone for WAKER, achieving their highest first-day and first-week sales. A Twitter account focused on sharing Korean album sales highlighted WAKER’s impressive achievement.
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