The virtual idol group Playb has successfully entered the Billboard 'Global 200' chart, proving their global power.
According to the announcement by the American music media Billboard on the 19th, the title track 'Dash' from Playb's third mini-album 'Caligo Pt.1', released on the 3rd, entered the Billboard Global 200 at 195th place.
The Billboard Global Chart ranks songs based on online streaming and digital sales from over 200 regions worldwide, including the United States. Playb has made history again by becoming the first virtual idol group to chart.
Following their debut at the top of the domestic music site Melon on the day of release, the number of monthly listeners on Spotify doubled within two weeks, demonstrating their global influence and potential beyond Korea.
Since their comeback, Playb has achieved remarkable results in domestic and international music, albums, and music broadcasts, shaking up the music industry and the history of virtual idols. Through this mini-album activity, they have expanded their musical spectrum and emotional impact, raising expectations for their future endeavors.
Playb's third mini-album 'Caligo Pt.1' is their first new release in over five months since the digital single 'Pump Up the Volume!'. The members participated in composing, writing lyrics, choreography, and producing, showcasing their self-produced idol identity. On the day of release, all five tracks, including the title track 'Dash', 'RIZZ', 'Chroma Drift', '12:32 (A to T)', and 'Island', achieved a 'chart sweep' by ranking from 1st to 5th place, attracting attention.
[Ji Seung-hoon, Star Today Reporter]
