Kep1er Makes Billboard 200 Debut, Showcasing Global Growth
Kep1er has proven their global rise by entering the Billboard 200 chart for the first time. Their sixth mini album, TIPI-TAP, released on November 1, ranked No. 147 on Billboard's main album chart, according to Billboard's latest update.
This marks Kep1er's first appearance on the Billboard 200. The album also placed No. 35 on the Top Album Sales chart as of November 16, signaling strong momentum.
The group achieved their best results yet across various charts. TIPI-TAP ranked No. 7 on the Top Current Album Sales chart, jumping 28 spots from the previous week. It also saw a notable rise of 21 spots on the same chart.
Additionally, the album claimed the No. 2 spot on both the Hot Seekers chart and the Emerging Artists chart. On the World Albums chart, it climbed to No. 4, further solidifying its success.
The agency commented, "Kep1er's entry into the Billboard 200 reflects their steady growth, strong fandom, and increasing musical competitiveness."
Meanwhile, Kep1er has become the first survival group to extend their contract. The group has been restructured into a seven-member lineup and will continue their activities.