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Produced by Zico, Boynextdoor debuts under Hybe
The first idol group produced by rapper Zico, Boynextdoor debuted Tuesday with the single "Who!"
The six-piece band is the latest group from Hybe, the multilabel company that houses big-name artists the likes of BTS, Seventeen and NewJeans. Boynextdoor is the first group launched under Hybe's KOZ Entertainment label.
Boynextdoor, consisting of Sungho, Riwoo, Jaehyun, Taesan, Leehan and Woonhak, held a press conference Tuesday at Blue Square in Yongsan, central Seoul.
"It's overwhelming that the world is finally hearing our voice," Woonhak, the group's youngest, said. Sungho joined in, "I began training (to become a singer) at KOZ and feel overjoyed to debut here."
KOZ was established by Zico independently in 2018. In 2020, it was acquired by Big Hit Entertainment, which was rebranded into Hybe in 2021. KOZ is now among the labels housed under Hybe Labels, along with Big Hit Music, Pledis Entertainment, Ador, Source Music and Belift Lab.
The bandmates of Boynextdoor have been carefully put together and trained over the past four years by label chief Zico and his longtime music partner, producer Pop Time. Zico himself spent
BOYNEXTDOOR Members Profile and Facts:
BOYNEXTDOOR (보이넥스트도어) (can be shorten to BND) is a 6-member South Korean boy group under KOZ Entertainment, consisting of Jaehyun, Sungho, Riwoo, Taesan, Leehan, and Woonhak. They debuted on May 30, 2023, with their first single album, WHO!. They made their Japanese debut on July 10, 2024.
Group Name Meaning: They’re the boys who live next door. They’ll be singing songs that a lot of people can hopefully relate to in their daily lives, as friendly as their name.
Official Greeting: “Who’s there? BOYNEXTDOOR! Hello∼, we’re BOYNEXTDOOR!”
BOYNEXTDOOR Official Fandom Name: ONEDOOR (원도어)
Fandom Name Meaning: The fans of BOYNEXTDOOR are the only ONEDOOR that can connect BOYNEXTDOOR to the world. With ONEDOOR, BOYNEXTDOOR will open the door to the bigger world and move forward towards a shared dream and visions for the future.
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Latest Dorm Arrangement (Updated in February 2025):
Lower Floor: Jaehyun, Leehan, & Woonhak (all solo rooms)
Upper Floor: Sungho, Riwoo, & Taesan (all solo roooms)
Hello. We will be holding a fan signing event to celebrate the beginning of BOYNEXTDOOR’s activities following the release of their 4th EP [No Genre]. Please read the below information before applying. Any additional information will be announced via BOYNEXTDOOR Weverse and the official Twitter account. We look forward to your active participation. 4th EP [No Genre] ▶ Date 8:00 PM, Sunday, June 1, 2025 (KST) ▶ Application Period From 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 15 to 3:59 PM, Friday, May 16, 2025 (KST) ▶ Ticket Retailers Music Korea ▶ Inquiries Music Korea (031-946-8210) ▶ Winner Announcement Winners will be announced on the websites of the Music Korea after 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 17, 2025 (KST). ▶ Participation Guidelines 1. Only BOYNEXTDOOR’s 4th EP [No Genre] can be autographed. - Albums purchased for the purpose of entering the raffle for this fan signing event cannot be canceled or refunded. 2. All participants of the fan signing event must bring a valid ID. ※ Acceptable forms of ID - For Korean Nationality holders: Resident registration card, driver’s license, passport, youth ID (issued by the resident ce Who’s there!?…BOYNEXTDOOR, that’s who! Known for their refreshing concept, BOYNEXTDOOR has taken a spot at the top of fifth-generation K-pop young man groups. Jaehyun, Sungho, Riwoo, Taesan, Leehan and Woonhak await because the class is in session. Grab your notebooks for POP TOKKI 101: A guide to BOYNEXTDOOR! After being announced in February 2023, this six-member boy community under KOZ Entertainment (a subsidiary of HYBE Labels) has grown in popularity since their May 2023 debut. With the beat singles “SERENADE” and “ONE AND ONLY,” the sextet captured audiences’ attention before and after their debut. BOYNEXTDOOR’s concept is simple—they’re charismatic and friendly, just favor the typical boy next door. Their music illustrates everyday stories and emotions that resonate with our daily lives, making their songs relatable to the audience. Birth Name: Myung Jaehyun Position: Leader, Rapper, Vocalist, Dancer, Producer, Lyricist Birthday: December 4, 2003 Nationality: Korean Fun facts: He has written and composed almost half of BOYNEXTDOOR’s songs. He is currently a Whether boy group follows steady success trajectory over several years like BTS or Stray Kids remains to be seen, says music critic BoyNextDoor, a boy band under Hybe’s music subsidiary, KOZ Entertainment, is emerging as a rising force in K-pop. With strong backing from producer and KOZ Entertainment founder Zico, the six-member group has been steadily climbing domestic and international music charts. Music insiders attribute the band's success to engaging storytelling, strong performances and TV variety show appeal, which have helped shape the members' unique identities and connect with global fans. Yet, opinions are divided on whether the band can reach the level of Hybe’s powerhouse groups like BTS, Seventeen or even Enhypen. Debuted in May 2023 amid a surge of new boy group launches, BoyNextDoor was initially labeled a leading act of the so-called fifth generation of K-pop musicians, along with Riize, Zerobaseone and xikers. However, the group's early commercial performing was considered underwhelming. Since then, BoyNextDoor has shown steady growth with each release, earning a reputation for step-by-step success. The b
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