Super Junior is back and better than ever!
After a long hiatus, the popular K-pop group returned with their latest album. Fans earlier loved the single ‘Super Clap,’ an infectious mix of EDM and K-pop that is sure to get stuck in your head.
Super Junior ‘The Road: Celebration’ is a celebration of Super Junior’s career and achievements. It is celebratory that chronicles the group’s journey from its debut in 2005 to its current status as one of the most popular and influential K-pop groups.
Moreover, The album features never-before-seen footage of the group`s early days and interviews with the members about their experiences. Super Junior ‘The Road: Celebration’ is a must-see for any fan of the group and anyone who wants to learn more about the history of K-pop.
Who are Super Juniors?
Super Junior is a South Korean boy band. The group’s name is a combination of the Korean words, ‘SuJu’ or SJ, meaning ‘last and ‘junior, signifying the group’s young age when they debuted.
The Comeback
The idol group has recently announced a comeback with their 11th album and has dropped a trailer online. This is their first comeback after their 10th album, ‘The Renaissance. Moreover, they will also be holding their 9th world tour, SUPER SHOW 9: ROAD. The world tour shall begin on the 15th of July and last until the 17th. In addition, the pop group shall also release a teaser for the new album.
Early debut and start of Super Junior
Super Junior made their official debut on November 6, 2005, on SBS`s music program Popular Songs, performing their first single, “Twins (Knock Out).” The single sold 28,536 copies in the first week and debuted on the monthly charts at number seven.
A total of eleven studio albums (5 in Korean and 6 in Japanese) have been released. 2 live albums, 2 compilation albums, and numerous singles. They have also contributed soundtracks for television drama series like Princess Hours, Boys Over Flowers, and City hunter. Also, the group has held several concert tours, the most famous being Super Show 7 in 2014.
Awards held by Super Junior
Super Juniors were the top-selling pop artists for 4 years in a row. Super Junior has won many awards, including:
- The MTV Asia Award for Favorite Artist Korea in 2008 and 2009.
- The MTV Europe Music Award for Best Asian Act in 2010 and 2011.
- The World Music Award for World`s Best Album in 2013 for their album – Super Junior World
What is the hype about their latest album?
On November 28, Super Junior teased their comeback with a series of festive individual teaser photos inspired by the upcoming year-end holidays. Each participant dresses in winter-themed patterns and colors against a festive outdoor backdrop.
Super Junior will return on December 16 with a special album, ‘The Road: Celebration’. Celebrating the 14th anniversary of the group’s debut, the album will be composed of 11 tracks. The album ‘The Road: Celebration’ is a special album that includes various tracks and genres such as hip hop, ballads, and more.
It embodies the holiday spirit with its warm aesthetic and relaxed demeanor. Then, on the 28th, bookings for “The Road: Celebration” will start at 3:00. It will once again present a distinct winter sense with top-notch music and shows, as well as a variety of contents.
The 10 Members Team
Super Junior comprises 10 members, including Leeteuk, Yesung, Heechul, Shindong, Siwon, Kyuhyun, Eunhyuk, Ryeowook, Sungmin, and Donghae.
The Super Junior Sub-Groups
The subgroups of Super Junior are:
- Ryeowook, Yesung, and Kyuhyun – Super Junior – KRY
- Leeteuk, Heechul, Shindong, Sungmin and Eunhyuk – Super Junior T
- Sungmin, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Donghae, Kyuhyun, Ryeowook, and Zhou Mi – Super Junior M
- Leeteuk, Eunhyuk, Siwon, Sungmin and Eunhyuk – Super Junior H
- Donghae and Eunhyuk – Super Junior D & E
The Ambassadors
- 2007 – Super Juniors were the brand ambassadors of Ansan City, and in 2012, they were the ambassadors of Gangham District.
- 2008 – They were the goodwill ambassadors for Korea and Thailand’s 50th Anniversary.
- 2010 – Named as Taiwan’s Tourism ambassador and for the Korean Tourism Organisation in 2011.
- Since 2007, Super Junior has been the spokesmodel of the Donate Blood Campaign at the Kopran National Red Cross.
- 2011 – They were the honorary Food Ambassadors to promote Korean Cuisine. They were also the ambassadors to promote the Seoul Summer Sale and continued to be the same in 2012 and 2016.
FAQs
Q. What is the name of Super Junior’s leader?
A. The name of Super Junior‘s leader is Leeteuk.
Q. When was Super Junior formed?
A. Super Junior was formed in November 2005.
Q. What is Super Junior’s fan club called?
A. Super Junior‘s fan club is called ELF, which stands for Ever Lasting Friends.
Q. What are some of Super Junior’s hit songs?
A. Super Junior‘s hit songs include “Sorry, Sorry,” “Mr. Simple,” “Bonamana,” “Mamacita,” and “Devil”.
Q. How many have had the Super Junior title?
A. 15 Men have had the Super Junior title.
Wrapping Up!
The best-selling K-pop artist of all time and their ‘The Road: Celebration’ will be released on December 16, 2022. Super Junior’s comeback is a much-needed breath of fresh air in the K-pop industry, and fans love every minute of it. Super Junior is a group that has been through many highs and lows together and has always come out on top.
They have proven time and time again that they are a force to be reckoned with, and their fans will always be there to support them. However, no matter what the future holds for Super Junior, they will always be remembered as one of the greatest K–pop groups.
Hope we have cleared all your queries about Super Juniors. Buckle up and get ready for the release.
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