ATEEZ Are Shining Bright In Their Golden Hour

ATEEZ are charging into 2026 with incredible energy. Shortly after launching their 13th EP, GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4, on February 6, the eight-piece act is currently touring Asia and Australia for their In Your Fantasy run, further deepening the complex narrative that has anchored one of their most triumphant periods.

The ensemble—featuring HONGJOONG, SEONGHWA, YUNHO, YEOSANG, SAN, MINGI, WOOYOUNG, and JONGHO—made their formal bow in October 2018 with Treasure EP.1: All to Zero. Their formation by KQ Entertainment followed the staff's discovery of a handwritten note and a mixtape from HONGJOONG expressing his desire to refine his craft at the agency. As their first trainee and appointed leader, he was soon joined over the following year by other members, many of whom brought prior experience to the table.

Initially known as KQ Fellaz, they participated in the reality competition Mix Nine and starred in the pre-debut digital series KQ Fellaz American Training, where they polished their skills in Los Angeles and dropped the preliminary track “From.” Since then, they have earned a stellar reputation for their immersive storytelling, high-octane stage presence, and a versatile musical style developed in partnership with the long-standing production unit Eden-ary.

Ever since the arrival of GOLDEN HOUR: Part.1 in May 2024, that sonic identity has become even more focused. They landed at the top of the Billboard 200 with 2023’s THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL and marked their first Billboard Hot 100 entry with last year’s hit “Lemon Drop.” Despite a string of million-selling hits and global breakthroughs, Part.4 delves into something more introspective: pure grit.