Their debut album has surpassed 1 million cumulative sales just four months post-release.
The influence of their performances at year-end broadcasts has resonated with fans.
CORTIS, hailed as 'Best Rookie of the Year,' has claimed the top spot on the HANTUCHART weekly album chart. This remarkable achievement comes four months after the release of their debut album ‘COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES’ on September 8, significantly influenced by their recent performances at year-end broadcasts. Currently, their cumulative sales have exceeded 1 million copies, demonstrating their sustained popularity.
The allure of CORTIS truly shines on stage. Their recent spectacular performances during year-end specials and award shows have captured widespread attention across various online platforms, leading to soaring album and streaming sales. Notably, their Spotify monthly listeners have surpassed 8 million, further proving their global impact.
Additionally, CORTIS is gaining traction in Japan, having been invited to perform on Nihon TV's year-end music special on the 29th. This invitation was made possible by the success of their debut album, which entered Billboard Japan's annual top album sales chart just two months after its release. CORTIS is set to achieve even greater heights in the coming new year.
The success of CORTIS illustrates the profound impact of live performances beyond mere album sales. Their dazzling appearances during recent year-end specials have captivated fans and positively influenced album sales. This phenomenon highlights how closely tied performance outcomes are to album success within the K-pop industry, showcasing the direct correlations between stage presence and commercial performance.
Their debut album, ‘COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES’, continues to resonate well beyond its initial promotional phase, a testament to their growing fanbase. The sustained popularity of their album suggests increasing anticipation for their upcoming activities and could positively influence the influx of new fans. This phenomenon underscores the significance of maintaining strong chart positions in the long run.
Additionally, CORTIS’s rapid establishment in the Japanese market is noteworthy. It enhances their global outreach and signifies the substantial influence that Korean artists can have in building overseas recognition. As they engage in international performances and activities, the trajectory of CORTIS is expected to draw even more attention in the near future.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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