K-pop boy group ZEROBASEONE is set to further its global expansion with the upcoming release of their first physical album in the United States. The group’s fifth mini album, BLUE PARADISE, will officially drop on April 4 (local time), marking a significant moment in their growing international career.

Originally released in South Korea last month, BLUE PARADISE recorded over one million copies sold on its first day, cementing the group’s status as one of the fastest-rising acts in the fourth-generation K-pop landscape. The album’s concept centers on embracing both joy and sorrow as essential parts of life, promoting the message that even painful moments can be radiant and beautiful.

The title track, BLUE, leads a diverse lineup of songs including Devil Game and Doctor! Doctor!, alongside three unit tracks that highlight the members’ individual colors. These include Out of Love (performed by Kim Ji Woong, Zhang Hao, Kim Gyu Bin), Step Back (Ricky, Park Gun Wook, Han Yu Jin), and Cruel (Sung Han Bin, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae Rae).

American entertainment outlet Just Jared spotlighted the news, emphasizing the album’s three physical versions and exclusive packaging details, demonstrating international media interest in the group’s stateside debut.

In a recent interview, the members expressed their excitement about the U.S. release, stating, “We’re thrilled and grateful for the chance to communicate more closely with our global fans through this album.” They also noted the inclusion of unit tracks as a highlight, adding, “It’s the first time we’ve showcased unit songs since our debut. Fans will experience a broader spectrum of our artistic identity.”

ZEROBASEONE’s confidence in their creative direction and rapidly expanding fanbase continues to gain momentum. With physical albums still maintaining cultural and collectible significance in the global K-pop market, this move into the U.S. signals the group’s evolving global strategy.

Meanwhile, the group is set to hold their fan concert BLUE MANSION from April 18 to 20 at KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, Seoul. Expectations are high for the event, which will mark another milestone in the group’s dynamic journey.

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