B1A4
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Origin | Seoul, South Korea |
Genres | K-pop |
Years active | 2011 | –present
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Website | b1a4 |
B1A4 (Template:Lang-ko) is a South Korean idol group under the management of WM Entertainment. The group debuted in April 23, 2011 with the single "O.K" after their first introduction to the public through a webtoon. They have released two studio albums, six EPs and various singles in South Korea.
The group began their foray into the Japanese market late 2011 with a showcase and in 2012, they released their first compilation album that consisted of all the tracks from their first two EPs Let's Fly and It B1A4. The group released remakes of two Korean singles, namely "Beautiful Target" and "Sleep Well, Good Night", as Japanese singles on June and August respectively, both peaking at number four on the Oricon weekly singles chart. Their debut Japanese album 1 was released in October 2012, with its music video released by Pony Canyon.[2]
History
Pre-debut
Baro, the rapper of the group, was first discovered by a company representative who came across his photo posted on his friend's homepage on social network service Cyworld. At his audition, Baro sang Sumi Jo's "Once I Leave" and Sung Si-kyung's "The Road to Me", in addition to rapping and beatboxing.[3] Similarly, leader Jinyoung was discovered from a photo posted on Cyworld. He received training for composing, singing, and acting.[4] Gongchan was also discovered on Cyworld as a result of his winning of an "Eoljjang Challenge" when he was in middle school. He was also a runner-up of a cross-dressing contest while, where he danced to a song by soloist Ivy. Main vocalist Sandeul, who competed in numerous singing contests, was approached by a company agent after performing a song by Kim Yeon-woo in a talent show. Prior to their debut, the group underwent a training period of two years.[3]
2011: Let's Fly and It B1A4
On April 11, the members of B1A4 were introduced through a webtoon. Initially, it was believed that B1A4 would be a mixed gender group due to the presence of a female character named Anna in the webtoon; this was later proven false.[5] That same day, WM Entertainment revealed a photo of the first member of the group, leader Jinyoung.[4] The remaining members Baro, Gongchan, Sandeul, and CNU were revealed on a daily basis between April 12–15.[6][7][8][9] A music video teaser for B1A4's promotional single "O.K" was uploaded on April 19.[10] The full music video, as well as their debut EP Let's Fly, was released on April 21. The group made their debut performance on the April 23 episode of Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation's (MBC) Show! Music Core.[11] They had their subsequent debut stages on Mnet's M! Countdown, Korean Broadcasting System's (KBS) Music Bank, and Seoul Broadcasting System's (SBS) The Music Trend on April 28, April 29, and May 1, respectively.[12][13][14] B1A4 began promoting "Only Learned the Bad Things" on June 18, 2011.[15] The group, alongside Block B, starred on SBS MTV's reality show Match Up. It began to air on June 22.[16] The music video for the second promotional single "Only Learned the Bad Things" was aired on the first episode.[17]
On August 31, it was announced that B1A4 would release a second EP the following month.[18] Photo teasers of Jinyoung, Baro, CNU, Sandeul, and Gongchan were revealed daily from September 5–9, respectively;[19][20][21][22][23] The music video teaser for "Beautiful Target" was released on September 10.[23] It B1A4 and the full music video for "Beautiful Target" were released on September 15.[24] The group began promoting the album by performing on KBS' Music Bank, MBC's Show! Music Core, SBS' The Music Trend, and Mnet's M! Countdown.[25][26][27][28] B1A4 began promoting "My Love" on November 18, 2011.[29]
In October 2011, it was announced that B1A4 would debut in Japan under the record label Pony Canyon in January 2012. Prior to their debut there, the group held their B1A4 – Japan Showcase Live 2011 at the Sinagawa Stellar Ball in Tokyo on December 9, 2011;[30] the tickets for the event sold-out within one minute, an unprecedented feat for newly debuted groups.[31] B1A4 performed nine songs at the event, which was attended by 1,000 people.[32] At the end of the year, B1A4 won the Rookie of the Year Award at Tower Records' K-Pop Lovers! Awards 2011.[33]
2012: Debut in Japan, Ignition, In the Wind and BABA B1A4
Prior to embarking into the Japanese music industry, B1A4 released a compilation album on January 25, 2012, which consists of all the tracks previously included on Let's Fly and It B1A4 in Japan.[32]
On March 5, B1A4 released the digital single "This Time Is Over" ahead of the release of their first studio album,[34] as well as a photo teaser of Baro.[35] Photo teasers of Gongchan, Jinyoung, CNU, and Sandeul were released in the following days.[36][37][38] B1A4 released Ignition and the promotional single "Baby I'm Sorry" on March 14, and they began promoting the song on M! Countdown the following the day,[39] followed by performances on Music Bank, Show! Music Core, and The Music Trend.[40][41][42] A repackaged edition of the album entitled Ignition: Special Edition, as well as the promotional single "Baby Good Night", was released on May 23.[43]
B1A4 released their first Japanese-language single "Beautiful Target" on June 27, 2012.[44] The song debuted at number four on the Oricon weekly singles chart, selling 32,665 in its first week.[45] On July 25, B1A4 took part in season six of the reality show Hello Baby, where the group learns to care for children.[46] On August 29, B1A4 released their second Japanese-language single "Oyasumi Good Night", which also debuted at number four on the Oricon weekly singles chart, selling 35,779 in its first week.[47] They released their debut Japanese-language studio album 1 on October 24, 2012; it debuted at number five on the Oricon weekly albums chart, selling 20,547 in its first week.[48]
On November 5, a video teaser was released that featured no music or any of the members, but of a blowing wind throughout a field.[49] Individual video teasers for Jinyoung and Baro were released on November 7,[50] followed by Gongchan, CNU, and Sanduel on November 9.[51] In the Wind was released on November 12, 2012;[52] they began performing the promotional single "Tried to Walk" on M! Countdown on November 15,[53] as well as on Music Bank, Show! Music Core, and The Music Trend the following days.[54][55][56]
It had been announced on October 12 by WM Entertainment that B1A4 would hold their first solo concert, BABA B1A4.[57] This concert was said to be co-produced WM Entertainment and CJ E&M's global concert brand, M-Live and that ticket sales would begin a week later on October 18, 2012.[58] The announcement garnered many interests bringing B1A4's official page to 25,000 views.[59] Before ticket sales began, 75,000 people were on the server waiting to buy the tickets resulting in 8,000 tickets to be sold out in 5 minutes once ticket sales opened.[60] From December 8–9, 2012, B1A4 held their first solo concert BABA B1A4 at the SK Olympic Handball Gymnasium.[61]
2013: What's Happening? and Amazing Store
On January 7, 2013, the Recording Industry Association of Japan released the list of winners for the 2013 Japan Gold Disc Awards where the group won two awards.[62] The same month BABA B1A4 in Japan was held in two cities starting on January 27 until January 30 consisting of 4 shows.[63]
On April 20, the group's official site was updated with a mysterious photo teaser with the words "이게 무슨 일이야? 2013.04.23" (rom: ige musuniriya ;trans: What's Happening?) . Fans speculated several things out of the teaser such as an upcoming comeback, something about their 2nd fanclub inauguration and their second anniversary (which is the same day indicated on the teaser). On April 23, teaser photos for member Jinyoung were released confirming that the teaser was indeed for a comeback and that the group would be back on May 6 with their yet-to-be titled 4th EP.[64][65]
The song What's Going On? grabbed the top spot in MBC Show! Music Core chart on May 18. It also happens to be the first music show award that B1A4 received since debut.
On June 19, 2013, WM Entertainment announced B1A4's 2nd solo concert, Amazing Store.[66] The concert was said to present a new story telling concept as well as B1A4 directly performing with a live band. The announcement had been made on their 'b1a4.interest.me' page bringing over 30,000 visitors to the page.[67] After tickets went on sale on June 26, the concert sold out its 10,000 seats in under 5 minutes.[67] The concert took place from August 7 to 11 at the "Uniqlo AX", having 2,000 fans each day.[68]
2014: Who Am I, The Class, Solo Day, 2014 Road Trip Tour
On December 5, 2013, WM Entertainment announced that B1A4 would be having their third exclusive concert entitled 2014 B1A4 Concert The Class that would be held on February 15 and 16 at the SK Olympic Handball Stadium at Olympic Park. Subsequent teasers of the members were then released.[69] [70]
B1A4 made their comeback in early January with Who Am I and the title song Lonely, marking it as their second studio album. The album and the music video were released on January 13, 2014 and the first comeback stage on January 17 on Music Bank.[71]
B1A4 released their 5th mini album with the title track "Solo Day". The music video was released on July 14 and their first performance for "Solo Day" on July 17 on M! Countdown.[72] It was officially announced that B1A4 would be appearing at 'The 12th Korea Times Music Festival' and KCON 2014 in Los Angeles, California.[73] [74] WM Entertainment also announced B1A4's first world tour 'Road Trip'. Their first concert took place in Taiwan on August 23, 2014 and Shanghai on August 30, 2014, then the boys headed on over to Manila on September 6, 2014, Melbourne on September 18, 2014, and Sydney on September 20, 2014. The boys also performed in New York on October 3, 2014, Chicago on October 5, 2014, Dallas on October 8, 2014, and San Francisco on October 11, 2014.[75]
2015 - Present: Individual Activities, Sweet Girl and B1A4 Adventure World Tour
Earlier this year, B1A4 was focusing on their individual activities. Jinyoung was casted on MNET's Perseverance Goo Hae Ra alongside Min Hyo-rin, Henry and others.[76] He also casted for MBC's Warm and Cozy alongside Yoo Yeon-seok and Kang So-ra.[77] On the other hand, CNU was casted in a musical named Chess with 2AM's Jo Kwon, VIXX's Ken and SHINee's Key.[78] Sandeul was revealed to be one of the current panelist for MBC's King of Mask Singer. He was also appearing lately on KBS2's Immortal Song 2. Baro was casted for drama as Hong Song Tae for MBC's Angry Mom.[79] Baro and Sandeul both acted in the web drama Loss:Time:Life, casted with their real life stage names. Meanwhile, Gongchan is one of the new MCs for the fourth season of KBS' A Song for You alongside f(x)'s Amber and Super Junior's Kangin.[80]
On July 26, 2015, a poster of B1A4's comeback photo was seen outside the WM Entertainment building. Jinyoung tweeted on the same day that a story behind the poster will be released at 12 AM KST. Sweet Girl released on August 10, 2015 as B1A4's 6th Mini Album, four days after they debuted a few songs during a Guerrilla Concert.[81]
WM Entertainment also released the poster for the "B1A4 Adventure" Concert starting in Seoul on September 12 and 13, 2015, continuing on to Dallas, Texas on November 8, 2015, Mexico on November 11, 2015, Puerto Rico on November 13, 2015, Hong Kong on November 29, 2015, Helsinki on December 9, 2015, Berlin on December 11, 2015, Madrid on December 13, 2015, Bogota on February 12, 2016, Santiago on February 14, 2016, and Lima on February 17, 2016.[82]
On December 10, 2015, B1A4 released their first Christmas single "It's Christmas", marking their first holiday release since debut.[83]
Public image
The group has been dubbed several nicknames, one of which was "countryside-dols" (countryside idols).[3] The Korean media often uses this nickname due to the fact that all of the members of B1A4 are from the countryside: Jinyoung is from Chungju, North Chungcheong Province; CNU from Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province; Sandeul from Busan; Baro from Gwangju, South Jeolla Province; and Gongchan from Suncheon, South Jeolla Province.[3] They were also referred to as "blood-dols" (blood idols) in reference to the origins of their name, as well as "paper-dols" (paper idols) because of the paper classification A4.[84] In an effort to distinguish themselves, B1A4 had also promoted a nickname "saessakdol" (새싹돌, "sprout-dol") and created a so-called "saessakchum" (새싹춤, "sprout dance"), which was showcased in various shows including Quiz to Change the World.[85]
B1A4 raised some ire from Malaysian Muslim netizens for giving a hug to their female Muslim fans in the meet and greet session in January 2015, Malaysia. Some even wanted the organizers to be charged.[86][87]
Philanthropy
Throughout B1A4's career, B1A4 participated in many goodwill campaigns and donations.
On May 31, 2012, a B1A4 fan posted a post titled 'B1A4 Proves Their Love For Fans' which shared a story of how the B1A4 members visited her home and helped take care of her ill mother. The members took part in this act during theirs days of promoting "Beautiful Target." While B1A4 were over at the fan's home, the members prepared a meal for the family and even volunteered to clean up after the meal and wash the dishes. The members then spent quality time with the family taking photos and other activities.[88]
On August 31, 2012 B1A4, donated 140 kg Nanum Store rice garlands to Seoul SOS Youth Camp located in Yang-Cheon. The rice garlands were donated by fans to support Sandeul's musical "The Brothers Were Brave" and "B1A4's Hello Baby." B1A4 decided to donate the garlands to Seoul SOS Youth Camp which was used to feed 1,300 poorly-fed children on a meal. This act of charity brought gratitude to B1A4 and their fans by the head of the youth camp.[89]
On September 1, 2012, B1A4 held a mini concert at the Wonju Market to help raise awareness for traditional markets. This event was created as a celebrity marketing to help traditional markets stay strong in the wave of chain and supermarkets and local convenience stores.[90]
As B1A4 hosted their first solo concert, BABA B1A4, fans from all over the world sent gifts and donations to B1A4, measuring up to approximately 2 tons of rice, 2,356 coal briquettes, 300 eggs, 300 kg of pet food, and 10 mango trees. The group then decided to donate all that were given to them. The 2 tons of rice were donated to a charity of B1A4's choice. The 2356 coal briquettes were donated to provide energy during the winter for those facing energy poverty. The 300 eggs were donated to the Food Bank and the 300 kg of pet food were donated to an animal rescue center. Lastly, the mango trees were donated to Tonj in Southern Sudan through World Vision to help relieve child famine and desertion of the area.[91]
On July 19, 2013, as B1A4 prepared for their second solo concert, AMAZING STORE, B1A4 asked fans for school supplies rather than flower wreaths.[92] As B1A4 is working with CJ’s charity foundation “Donor’s Camp” to support the education of children who are in need, B1A4 asked fans to donate school supplies to help students who are growing up in difficult situations that may hinder their education and learning environment.[93]
B1A4 members using part of their 3rd solo concert proceeds and donating them to the Seoul Arts College’s matriculation ceremony taking place on February 27, 2014 at Olympic Park’s Olympic Hall. Seoul Arts College will be using the donation from B1A4 to purchase bags of rice to be given out to the child welfare center Gangnam Start Center, and after-school study room for students from needy families, Gangnam Vision Center[94]
B1A4 continued their efforts in community service in December 2014. They participated in a charity event that raises funds to provide those in need with coal briquettes for heating. Other stars including Yoo Jae-suk, A Pink, GOT7, Sunmi, Kim Tae Woo, Hello Venus, Jo Se Ho, K.Will, and Kim So-eun have participated in the event.[95]
Members
- Jinyoung (진영) – leader, vocalist [96]
- CNU (신우) – vocalist, rapper [96]
- Sandeul (산들) – main vocalist [96]
- Baro (바로) – rapper[96]
- Gongchan (공찬) – vocalist[96]
Discography
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Filmography
Music videos
Year | Music video | Length |
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2011 | "O.K" | 4:13 |
"Only Learned the Bad Things" | 3:43 | |
"Beautiful Target" | 3:43 | |
"Beautiful Target" (ZOOM ZOOM Version) | 3:23 | |
2012 | "Baby I'm Sorry" | 3:38 |
"Baby Good Night" | 3:47 | |
"Beautiful Target" (Japanese Version) | 3:41 | |
"Baby Good Night" (Japanese Version) | 3:51 | |
"Tried to Walk" | 3:59 | |
2013 | "What's Happening?" | 3:23 |
"What's Happening? What - Why?" (Japanese Version) | 3:26 | |
"With You" (Reply 1994 OST) | 3:15 | |
2014 | "Lonely" | 4:14 |
"Solo Day" | 5:12 | |
"Solo Day" (Japanese Version) | 5:12 | |
2015 | "White Miracle" (Shiroi Kiseki) | 4:07 |
"Sweet Girl" | 4:08 | |
2016 | "A Lie" | 3:39 |
Music video appearance
Year | Song title | Artist | Role |
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2014 | Piano Man (Gongchan) | Mamamoo | Piano man |
2015 | "Family" (with CLC and GOT7) | SMART CF | B1A4 |
2016 | Liar Liar (Gongchan) | Oh My Girl | Male lead |
Television
Year | Network | Title | Notes |
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2011 | SBS MTV | MTV Match Up | With Block B |
2012 | MTV Selca Diary Special | ||
MTV B1A4 Hotline | Season 1 (Japan) | ||
Mnet | Mnet Wide Entertainment: Sesame Player | Season 3 | |
KBS Joy | B1A4's Hello Baby | Season 6 | |
MBC | Weekly Idol | Ep.26, 40, 73 | |
2013 | Ep. 97 | ||
SBS MTV | MTV B1A4 Hotline | Season 2 (Japan) | |
2014 | Mnet America | Go! B1A4 | |
MBC | B1A4’s One Fine Day | ||
Weekly Idol | Ep.135, 159 | ||
MBC Music | Picnic Live |
Concerts and tours
Headlining act
Korean Tours
- 2012: BABA B1A4
- 2013: Limited Show [Amazing Store]
- 2014: THE CLASS
- 2015: B1A4 ADVENTURE
Japanese Tours
- 2013: BABA B1A4 in Japan
- 2013: Limited Show [Amazing Store] in Japan (Zepp Tour)
- 2014: Listen To The B1A4 (Arena Tour)
- 2016: The Great World Of B1A4
World Tour
- 2014: B1A4 Road Trip - Ready?
- 2015-2016: B1A4 ADVENTURE
Awards and nominations
Year | Program | Awards | Result | Ref |
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2011 | Mnet Asian Music Awards | Best New Male Artist | Nominated | [97] |
SBS MTV Best of the Best | Hot Debut Star | Won | [98] | |
Best New Artist | Nominated | |||
26th Golden Disk Awards | Best Newcomer Award | Won | [99] | |
21st Seoul Music Awards | Best Newcomer Award | Won | [100] | |
Wave K's Super Rookies | Super Rookies for 2012 | Won | [101] | |
2012 | Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards | Best Male Newcomer | Won | [102] |
Asia Song Festival | New Asian Artist | Won | [103] | |
2013 | Japan Gold Disc Awards | New Artist of The Year | Won | [62] |
Best 3 New Artists | Won | |||
27th Golden Disk Awards | Disk Bonsang | Won | [104] | |
Mnet Asian Music Awards | Best Dance Performance - Male Group | Nominated | [105] | |
BC - UnionPay Song of the Year | Nominated | |||
SBS MTV Best of the Best Awards | Best Male Group | Nominated | [106] | |
2014 | Seoul Music Awards | Popularity Award | Won | [107] |
Bonsang Award | Won | |||
28th Golden Disk Awards | Disk Bonsang Album | Won | [107] | |
Popularity Award | Nominated | |||
16th Seoul International Youth Film Festival | Best OST by a Male Artist | Nominated | ||
MNET Asian Music Awards | Best Male Group | Nominated | ||
BC Union Pay Artist of the Year | Nominated | |||
2015 | 29th Golden Disk Awards | Disk Bonsang Album | Won | |
Seoul Music Awards | Bonsang Awards | Won | [108] | |
21st Korean Entertainment Arts Awards | Popularity Award Choose By Netizen | Won | ||
MTV Europe Music Awards | Best Korean Act | Nominated |
Music show wins
Year | Date | Song |
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2013 | May 18 | "What's Happening?"[109] |
2014 | January 25 | "Lonely"[110][111] |
February 8 |
Year | Date | Song |
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2014 | January 22 | "Lonely"[112][113][114] |
January 29 | ||
February 5 | ||
July 23 | "Solo Day"[115] | |
2015 | August 19 | "Sweet Girl"[116] |
Year | Date | Song |
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2014 | January 24 | "Lonely" [117][118] |
January 31 | ||
July 25 | "Solo Day"[119] |
Year | Date | Song |
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2014 | January 26 | "Lonely"[120] |
Year | Date | Song |
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2014 | July 24 | "Solo Day"[121] |
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