APINX

**APINX ( Korean: '에이핑크스는'; RR: 'apinksnen')** was a mine member girl group formed by Epic Music Entertainment. They debuted on March 10, 2024 with their debut single "La Vie En Rosé". The group consisted of nine members May, Shiwoo, Gayeon, Ari, Eun, Geu-Roo, Seoyeon, Sang, and Iseul.

The group became a top household girl group even earning the nickname "Nation's Beloved Girl Group" also becoming one of the only girl group to surpass over "8.00" million album sales on multiple albums and even surpassing over "190" Million albums sold world-wide.

## History

### Pre-Debut

All the members joined Epic Music Entertainment around early to mid 2021. Originally the CEO at the time Yoon Kim wanted to debut a large group but plans fell through due to financial problems. Members Sang, Iseul, and Ari originally formed the first debut lineup of XIDLE along with Jinny , and Yoweon but before the group debut they were taken out and replaced with other trainees. After the successful debut of XIDLE which brought enough revenue for the company for the first time. Epic Music decided it was the best time to debut their next girl group in no time in order to capitalize in the new found attention and fame from XIDLE. On December 10, a K-tube account was opened with the name "9" and released a video of nine members dancing to an unknown song without audio which ended with a caption "January 2024". Epic Music never commented on this.

### 2024: Debut with "La Vie En Rosé" and Commercial Breakthrough

Epic Music Entertainment announced on January 10, 2024 that they were in the final stages in debuting their 3rd girl group. This group would consist would consist with a bigger lineup than before and have a completely different concept contrasting their bandmate group XIDLE. On February 12th, Epic Music announced the group name to be "APINX" and would consist of a total of nine members making their official debut on March 10. On March 3, it was revealed the group would be releasing their debut single "La Vie En Rosé". On March 4, a video with a snippet of the song and introducing all the 9 members was release. On March 6, the music video teaser was release. On March 10, APINX made their debut and released their debut single "La Vie En Rosé". On the same day, their debut single reached #1 across all Korean music streaming charts making the group earn their 1st PAK and thus making them the only group under Epic to achieve this with their debut song. They held a live-debut showcase on the same at the "Gion Music Hall". On March 11, the group made their debut stage on S-Countdown. Just seven days later, on March 17th the group earned their 1st music show win and making them the 1st group under Epic Music to win a music show win with their debut. Later on they took home 6 music show wins and sold over "1 Million" copies with their debut single breaking another record of their own. On May 31, 2024 at the Spring Bloom Award Show APINX won "Best Pop Song" with their debut single "La Vie En Rosé". After a very successful debut, Epic Music announced that the group would be making another comeback on late June. Many fans, complained to the company as the group just had debuted on March and have been promoting non-stop. Epic Music assured fans that all the members would be taking a few days to relax. On June 10th, it was announced that APINX would be making their 1st comeback with their 1st EP "Once Upon A Time" which would be released on June 27. On June 27, the group released their 1st EP "Once Upon A Time". The song of the same name earned the group their second PAK and 7 music show wins. Thus, solidifying the rookie of the year nickname for the group. Epic Music, announced that APINX would not be promoting this album due to the fact many members are tired from their debut promotions and want more time to rest. On July 20, APINX had a special stage on S-Countdown where they performed the song for fans to enjoy. On August, Epic Music announced that the group would be making their 2nd comeback on mid-october. On October 1, it was revealed the group would be releasing their 2nd EP "APPLE" with a lead track of the same name on October 15. On October 15th, the group released their 2nd EP "APPLE". The song earned the group their 3rd PAK and became the girl group of the year to have the most PAK songs (3). It won as the "Best Pop Song" at the Autumn Leaves Music Awards. On December 31st, APINX won "Rookie of the Year".

### 2025: 1st Mini Album "OH MY MISTAKE" , Reality Show "GTKA", Japan Debut with "OH MY MISTAKE JP Version"

Epic Music announced on February 4, 2025 that APINX was preparing to release their 1st Mini Album "OH MY MISTAKE" on March 1, 2025. On February 10, it was revealed the official fandom name "Pinkers". On March 1, 2025 the group released their 1st Mini Album "OH MY MISTAKE" along with the title track of the same name. The single topped major Korean Charts at #1 earning the group another massive hit. On March 10, they held a special B-Live to celebrate their 1st Anniversary since debut. On May 31, at the Annual Spring Bloom Award Show APINX won two awards for "Best Pop Song" & "Best Ballad Song". On June 14, it was announced that APINX would had a reality tv show "Get to Know APINX" which would be released via the group official K-Tube Account on July 10. Epic Music announced on July 1, that group would be releasing another Mini Album and maybe debut in Japan before the end of the year. Many fans protested as they fear the group was being overworked due to their massive success and did not wanted the members of the group to get sick. On August 3, it was announced that APINX would be releasing their 2nd Mini Album "TAKE A GUEST" on September 1. On September 1, the group released their 2nd Mini Album "TAKE A GUEST". The group comeback again gave the group another #1 hit and received many praise due to its instrumentals and vocal power. K-netz called APINX a top tier girl group as they were extremely topping the charts. On October 10, K-Smart announced that APINX would become part of their new segment of commercials and the group newest album would be playing non-stop in their groceries stores. Member Ari visuals went viral after the commercials were aired and became super popular overnight. Epic Music announced that Ari would be participating in multiple CF deals with Woo Electronics, GL, and clothing brand Miu Miu. On November 10, CRAYON JAPAN announced that APINX would be making their Japan debut on early December with the release of their 1st JP Album "OH MY MISTAKE" which would be released on December 5.The group held their Japanese Debut Showcase in Tokyo Music Hall which was sold out. The album went to sell over 500K copies within first week after release becoming their highest 1st sales so far. After another week the album reached over 1 Million Units sold and was certified "Platinum". Epic Music announced that APINX would return back in JAPAN in mid February to held multiple concerts at the "Tokyo Baseball Stadium".

### 2026:2nd Mini Album "PARTY LIKE", 1st Digital Single "ISS", and "AOTY" and "SOTY" Awards

CRAYON Japan announced on January 10 that APINX would be having their 1st Japan Tour "OH MY MISTAKE JP Tour" on February 10-13 at the Tokyo Baseball Stadium. On February 2, Epic Music announced that APINX would be releasing their 3rd Mini Album "PARTY LIKE" on May 5,2026. On May 5, 2026 the group released their 3rd Mini Album "PARTY LIKE". The album debuted at #1 on SK and JP respectively also the single of the same name topped many major charts. After a week, the music video surpassed over "95" Million views. On May 31, at the annual Spring Bloom Award Show APINX won "Best Pop Song" with "PARTY LIKE" and "Best Ballad Song" with "I Always Love You". After a four weeks of promotion, APINX took home a total of 20 Music Show wins the highest for the year. On August 5, APINX was featured on ELLEN Korea August Issue. On September 5, Epic Music announced that APINX was preparing for their next comeback. On October 5, it was announced that APINX would be releasing their 1st Digital Single "I AM SO SICK" on November 3. On November 3, APINX released their 1st Digital Single "I AM SO SICK". The song topped major charts and internationally. After a week, the music video surpassed over "100" Million Views and ended up debuting on the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart at #1. After a month, the single sold over "2.9 Million Copies " in Korea becoming their highest sold song. On December 10, it was announced that the music video had just surpassed over "350 Million Views" becoming their highest watched music video in the shortest time. The song won a total of 25 music show wins surpassing their previous record. On December 31, at the annual K-Pop Story Music Awards APINX won "Artist of the Year" and "Song of the Year" with "I AM SO SICK" becoming the fastest girl group to achieve this record in less than three years after debut.

### 2027:

On February 4, Epic Music announced that APINX will be releasing their 1st Album this year and that they would do this through US Label "Republic Records' as they signed an exclusive contract for global expansion and music distribution.

## Members

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## Trivia

* APINX debuted a year after XIDLE. Epic Music Entertainment wanted to a have a different concept for their girl groups as XILDE was more of a girl crush type of group. APINX was Epic Music 1st Bubblegum and cutesy concept group with a touch of bad girl image. They were very versatile as they tended to change their concepts every concept.
* They were the most awarded group under Epic Music by having the most Monthly and Seasonal Awards. Total of 30.
* **APINX** is the third girl group formed by Epic Music Entertainment
* APINX helds the record for the most songs to stay at #1 in the charts (25)
* APINX helds the records for the highest sold mini-albums in the kpop industry surpassing over (8.0 Million )
* APINX had the most "SOTY" songs of the year awards from K-Pop Story Music Awards
* APINX was dubbed "JAPAN GIRL GROUP" due to their outstanding achievements in the Nation.