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In this episode of the K-Pop Cosmos Podcast, hosts Freyja and Maquee Mark delve into the dynamic world of SEVENTEEN, a South Korean boy band renowned for their self-producing prowess and electrifying performances. The discussion covers the group’s formation, unique structure, musical achievements, and the individual contributions of its 13 members.
About Seventeen:
Formation and Debut – SEVENTEEN debuted on May 26, 2015, under Pledis Entertainment with the mini-album 17 Carat, which became the longest-charting K-pop album of the year in the U.S.
Unique Group Structure – The group consists of 13 members divided into three specialized units:
Hip-Hop Unit: S.Coups (leader), Wonwoo, Mingyu, Vernon
Vocal Unit: Jeonghan, Joshua, Woozi, DK, Seungkwan
Performance Unit: Jun, Hoshi, The8, Dino
This structure allows SEVENTEEN to showcase a diverse range of talents and styles.
Self-Producing Idols – SEVENTEEN is celebrated for their hands-on approach in songwriting, choreography, and production, earning them the title of “self-producing” idols.
Musical Achievements – The group’s discography includes notable albums such as:
Love & Letter (2016)
Teen, Age (2017)
An Ode (2019)
Face the Sun (2022)
Their EPs FML and Seventeenth Heaven set records for pre-orders, with FML earning them their first MAMA Award for Album of the Year.
Global Recognition – SEVENTEEN has been dubbed “Performance Kings” and “K-Pop Performance Powerhouse” by various media outlets, reflecting their impact on the global stage.
Member Highlights
S.Coups: Leader and rapper, heads the Hip-Hop Unit.
Woozi: Vocalist and producer, leads the Vocal Unit.
Hoshi: Dancer and choreographer, leads the Performance Unit.
Fan Engagement
SEVENTEEN’s official fan club is named “Carat,” symbolizing the group’s aspiration to shine brightly alongside their fans.
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