FNC Entertainment has officially announced the debut of a new all-male rock group.
This marks the agency’s first foray into the rock genre in nearly a decade since N.Flying debuted in 2015. FNC Entertainment, known for debuting some of South Korea’s most successful bands, is doing it all over again with this yet-to-be-named band. The new band will feature four members, all long-time trainees at FNC, who are currently preparing to debut in the first half of 2025.
Since its inception in 2006, FNC Entertainment has been a significant player in the country’s band scene. In addition to F.T. Island, CNBLUE, and N.Flying, the agency also launched the girl group AOA (Ace of Angels) in 2012. Initially promoted as both a dance group and a rock band, AOA eventually shifted their focus towards dance music. FNC’s current roster includes actor Jung Haein and boy groups SF9, P1Harmony, and AMPERS&ONE, as well as the girl group Cherry Bullet.
Their Japanese branch also has a new rock band, Hi-Fi Un!corn. This group debuted on June 26, 2023.
Hi-Fi Un!corn(하이파이유니콘) – ‘U&I’ MV
A big move for FNC
Before their official debut, the new all-male rock group opened F.T. Island‘s 2024 F.T. Island Live ‘HeyDay’ in Taipei, playing for a sold-out crowd at the Taipei Music Center. They impressed over 5,000 concertgoers with their professionalism, talent, and visuals. This show was part of a tour that will also take F.T. Island to Kuala Lumpur on February 24, Hong Kong on March 2, Jakarta on March 16, and Singapore on March 22.
They began their set with a K-pop medley, followed by a cover of Billie Eilish‘s “Bad Guy,” and concluded with an original, unreleased song that left a lasting impression on the audience. Their 20-minute set earned rave reviews from Taiwanese media outlets, including China Times, CityOne, and NOW NEWS.
Before leaving the stage, the members expressed their gratitude, saying, “It’s an honor and a joy to perform on such a grand stage, all thanks to our seniors. Thank you for enjoying it with us.”
While it remains uncertain if they’ll continue to open for F.T. Island, the new all-male rock group’s official debut is eagerly anticipated. Fans are excited, given FNC Entertainment‘s track record of debuting successful bands and the extensive training the four members have undergone. This is a significant move for FNC and the industry as a whole. It could potentially revitalize the rock scene within the K-pop industry and mark a new chapter in the agency’s history as a launchpad for successful bands. – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: The as-yet unnamed group already made a splash in Taipei. Source: FNC Entertainment.