Kakao Entertainment Global Band hrtz.Expectations for wav (Heartwave)

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Global band hrtz.Wav (Heartswave) simultaneously proves its differentiated identity and competitiveness as a "completed band." hrtz in that it is a complete team with members who have peaked in their respective areas beyond mere rookies.Attention is focusing on the full-fledged 'first wave' of wav (Heartswave).

Kakao Entertainment (co-CEO Ko Jung-hee and Jang Yoon-joong) is hrtz.One day before the release of wav's debut album, "The First Wave," the expectation point was revealed. hrtz, which was born through Mnet's global band making project 'Steelheart Club'.As wav (Heartwave) starts with a different trend from the existing debut formula, it foreshadows a differentiated move from musicality, narrative, and market position.

◆"Five No. 1" team..."All frontmen" and "all center" differentiated

The five members of Yoon Young-joon (keyboard), Lian (vocal), Dane (base), Keiten (guitar), and Hagiwa (drum) took the final first place by position in "Steelheart Club" and hrtz.He confirmed his debut with wav (Heartswave). Unlike the average rookie band getting their first validation since debut, hrtz.Wav (Heartswave) proved his skills and teamwork early on through survival missions and appearances on music shows before and after its formation. He will then break the formula of "debut = starting point" and expand his move to a "completed band" in earnest.

As each of them has the title of 'No. 1', the structure in which everyone functions as a frontman and center, rather than focusing on a specific member, is hrtz.It is considered a distinct characteristic and strength of wav (Heartswave). The different personalities and backgrounds of the members are combined into synergy to create a single band sound, which is expected to lead to team competitiveness.

◆ Beyond visuals, 'proven by sound'...Band that reacted with ears first

The pre-released teaser is hrtz.It heralded the bright and refreshing color of wav, drawing enthusiastic responses from fans. The album's concept film, highlight medley, and music video teaser for the title song "NINETEEN" raised expectations by pre-releasing intense band sound. In particular, high-quality performance and explosive youth energy are shown in the ensemble section, with responses such as "I automatically regenerate indefinitely" and "I'm curious about the complete song."

hrtz in the visual-focused K-pop market.Wav (Heartswave) will perform a groundbreaking live performance as a "band that reacts the moment it hears" with its unique visuals. In fact, he chose the venue of the cultural reserve as the venue for his debut fan showcase, signaling a live stage that maximizes vitality and realism. In addition, it will expand its impact as a "performance-type band" by listing itself in the lineup of large domestic and foreign festivals such as the "2026 Awesome Music Festival" in April and the "206 KCON JAPAN" in May.

◆ iKONIC identity completed in 3 languages... "NINETEEN," a sign that will change the band's new trend

This "The First Wave" is an album that contains the ambition of creating a new wave in the K-band scene with the keyword Wave. hrtz consisting of Korean and Japanese members.Wav (Heartwave) proves this aspiration with music, with everyone participating in writing the title song "NINETEEN" and including Lian and Dane's own song "Avery."

"NINETEEN," which organically combines three languages of Korean, Japanese, and English, reveals the strengths of "19" by each member with their own eyes, sublimating different languages and charms into the team's own iconic identity. In addition, the sound based on "Youth Pop-Rock" is a combination of refreshing guitar riffs and speedy drums, depicting the excitement and gallop of youth in three dimensions.

◆ Proving the reason for choosing global fandom with 'compressed growth' narrative

Hrtz will release its debut album in four months since its formation in December last year.Wav (Heartswave) responds to fans' expectations through a compressed growth narrative. As members with individual capabilities are combined as a team, it is said that they have improved teamwork and completeness through a dense preparation process, although it is a short period.

In the anticipation of global fans, hrtz.Wav (Heartwave) will release its first mini album "The First Wave" at 6 p.m. on the 8th. On the same day, a fan showcase to commemorate their debut will be held at 8 p.m. at the Culture Stockpile Center in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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