ATEEZ is extending its global box-office hit streak.

On December 27th (local time), according to the latest chart (dated December 30th) released by Billboard, ATEEZ's second full album 'THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL,' released on December 1st, secured the 52nd position on the 'Billboard 200.'

ATEEZ's new full album, 'THE WORLD EP.FIN: WILL,' released after four years, astounded everyone by climbing to the 1st position on the 'Billboard 200' in its debut week, setting a personal best record. Continuing this momentum, the album ranked 24th in the chart announced last week, and this week, it successfully charted for the third consecutive week at 52nd position on the 'Billboard 200.'

With their second full album, ATEEZ has not only conquered the 'Billboard 200' but also swept 1st place across multiple charts including 'Top Current Album Sales,' 'Top Album Sales,' and 'World Album.' They ascended to the top of a total of 4 charts on Billboard, solidifying their position as a 'world-class' act.

Moreover, ATEEZ wrote a significant record by entering at 2nd place on the UK's 'Official Album Chart' on December 8th (local time) and continued to chart in the 'Top 100' for two consecutive weeks at 57th place the following week. Additionally, the album achieved 1st place in Hanteo's Weekly Chart for two consecutive weeks, Circle's Weekly Album Chart, and United World Chart, showcasing impressive global performance right upon release.

Meanwhile, having conquered both the prominent American Billboard and UK Official Charts, ATEEZ's title track 'BOUNCY (K-HOT CHILLI PEPPERS)' from the mini-album 'THE WORLD EP.2: OUTLAW' released in June was ranked 15th in the 'The 25 best K-pop songs of 2023' selected by British magazine NME. NME praised, "ATEEZ's 'BOUNCY' is an unforgettable track once you hear it. Undoubtedly one of the most delightful and successful title tracks."

Additionally, the GRAMMYS recognized 'BOUNCY' as one of the '15 K-Pop Songs That Took 2023 By Storm,' stating, "ATEEZ is one of the most majestic boy groups in K-pop. They captivate the stage with expressions and knife-like choreography." Furthermore, 'BOUNCY' was selected by the American music-specialized media Consequence in 'The 200 Best Songs of 2023,' and they did not hold back in praising the music video, stating, "The 'BOUNCY' music video captivates K-pop fans' attention, delivering ATEEZ's capabilities fully."

ATEEZ is set to embark on their 2024 world tour 'TOWARDS THE LIGHT: WILL TO POWER,' starting in Seoul on January 27th and 28th, followed by performances at Japan's 'Saitama Super Arena' on February 3rd and 4th.

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