They received praise as a significant discovery in K-POP.
They are set to perform at the 2025 Music Bank Global Festival.
[TVDaily] The group Izna is gaining attention in the global music scene. Recently, the renowned British music magazine NME announced its list of '25 Best K-pop Songs of 2025', selecting Izna's 'Racecar' from their second mini-album 'Not Just Pretty'. This track symbolizes the vibrant passion of youth, with its racing car metaphor portraying the pursuit of dreams. NME praised 'Racecar' as the perfect background music for a road trip at sunset, highlighting its explosive chorus and rich sound as alluring features.
In a recent interview with Panorama, Izna received a positive review stating that they are 'the discovery K-POP has been waiting for'. They also solidified their position as 'global super rookies' by surpassing 100 million streams on Spotify within just one year of debut. Izna will continue to engage with fans during the 2025 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan on the 13th and 14th.
Izna's 'Racecar' is a perfect musical representation of youth's passion and energy. By evoking sensations related to road trips as highlighted by NME, the track stirs a desire in listeners to pursue their own dreams. The synth-centered chorus, especially during its climactic moments, delivers profound emotional impact, marking a distinctive hallmark of Izna's unique style.
In the context of the K-pop industry, global growth is essential. Izna's remarkable achievement in surpassing 100 million streams on the world's largest music platform within such a short timeline highlights their swift evolution. This indicates that their music resonates not only with domestic fans but also attracts significant international attention.
Participation in the 2025 Music Bank Global Festival provides an excellent opportunity for Izna to further showcase their musical prowess. Through this performance, the group is expected to display a range of captivating performances that will draw in even more fans.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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