They are also making waves on global charts while strengthening their connection with fans.
The pre-orders have exceeded 2.39 million, indicating a strong possibility for a double million-seller.
[TV Daily Reporter Choi Hana] The group CORTIS has proven their explosive growth by achieving a record-breaking 1.19 million sales on the first day of their new mini album ‘GREENGREEN’.
According to Hanteo Chart on May 5, CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyun, Gunho) sold 1,196,961 copies on the day of release, surpassing their previous first-week sales of around 430,000 copies. This accomplishment not only secured the top spot on the daily album chart but also elevated CORTIS into the ranks of million-sellers.
Notably, the album is making waves internationally as well. It has entered the iTunes 'Top Albums' chart in 23 countries, while the title track ‘REDRED’ peaked at 8th on the Melon ‘Top 100’ and held the top spot on Spotify Korea’s ‘Daily Top Song,’ highlighting their strong presence in both domestic and international music charts. The distributor reports that pre-orders have exceeded 2.39 million, indicating the likelihood of another double million-seller record.
The growth of CORTIS is a clear product of trend and resonance within the music scene. By sharing credit on all tracks, they imbue their album with authenticity, and continuous communication with fans enhances loyalty towards their work. This becomes an essential element in connecting with fans through music that tells narrative and personal stories.
The new album reflects CORTIS's increasing popularity on global charts. This signifies that they are not just successful artists within Korea but are building an international fanbase and creating music that resonates in various markets. Consequently, there is high anticipation for the kind of impact their work will have in the global music industry.
Moreover, the energy of their fandom is particularly noteworthy as a driving force behind CORTIS's growth. Their unique approach to engaging with a strong fan community serves as a catalyst for their ongoing creativity. CORTIS is evolving beyond merely being music creators, actively building their own world while growing alongside their fans.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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