AnTeam, the global boy group under HYBE Labels Japan (formerly known as Big Hit Entertainment), expressed their unique thoughts on their future activities.
On the 18th, AnTeam held an online showcase for the release of their second mini album 'First Howling: WE' at 1:30 PM in Tokyo's Lotte World Tower Arena. The album was released on the 14th.
During the showcase, AnTeam mentioned, "We practiced 'FIREWORK' with the belief that it would be a good song that wouldn't be delivered properly if the performance wasn't done well." 
"Even if there are difficulties or challenges as AnTeam, we have gained confidence in overcoming them. As it is our first comeback after debut, we will appear on various music shows in Japan and Korea. We will make an effort to convey our unique charm. We are also preparing a special plan for our fans to celebrate our 1st anniversary in September, and we will be appearing on Mnet's 'M Countdown' and KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank'."
"As HYBE artists, we are happy and worried to be able to show a cool side of ourselves, just like our senior artists, on a global scale. But because we have put in a lot of effort, we believe that our fans will also be happy. We practiced a lot because we had a lot of concerns, and now we just want to show ourselves in many places."
When asked about the success DNA of HYBE, AnTeam responded, "We are growing in order to move people's hearts through performances and music, regardless of language or region. We will follow in the footsteps of our HYBE seniors and move the world through the power of music."
'First Howling: WE' is an album that conveys the longing to meet someone with the same heart and the joy and excitement of finally finding that person. It depicts the growth story of nine boys moving forward.
The title track 'FIREWORK' involved the participation of HYBE's chief producer Bang Si-hyuk and top songwriters such as FRANTS. The album also includes the song 'Road Not Taken,' produced by Soma Genda, who has been in charge of producing for AnTeam since their debut, and Pete Nappi, the producer of GAYLE's global hit song 'abcdefu,' among other trusted lineup of artists.
Debuting on December 7, 2022, AnTeam is the first global group presented by HYBE Labels Japan. Following their first mini album 'First Howling: ME,' which topped the Oricon chart and Billboard Japan, they also garnered attention by winning the 'Best 5 New Artist' award at the 37th Japan Gold Disc Awards only a month after their debut.
Written by Yoon Sang GeunTranslated by Lee So Yun