If you needed proof that ATEEZ is quietly (and loudly) taking over the K-pop scene, here it is: their latest mini album, “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3,” just scored the biggest U.S. sales week of any K-pop act in 2025.
Read that again. Not “one of.” The biggest.
Billboard, Meet ATEEZ’s Power
On June 22, Billboard confirmed that “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3” debuted at No. 1 on the Top Album Sales chart, meaning it was the best-selling album in the United States for the week. Over on the Billboard 200, it landed at No. 2, reminding everyone that ATEEZ’s dedicated fanbase isn’t just clicking “like” on teaser photos—they’re showing up, credit cards in hand, ready to support.
The Numbers Don’t Lie
According to Luminate (formerly Nielsen Music), during the week ending June 19:
- 105,000 equivalent album units earned
- Of those, 101,500 were traditional album sales (physical/digital album purchases)
- 4,000 streaming equivalent album (SEA) units (equivalent to 4.07 million on-demand audio streams)
- 500 track equivalent album (TEA) units from single sales
Translation: fans aren’t just streaming the album on loop; they’re buying it, collecting versions, and making sure ATEEZ’s physical sales flex as hard as their stage presence.
Fifth Consecutive Top 2 Album, Because Why Not?
“GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3” marks ATEEZ’s fifth consecutive album to debut in the top 2 on the Billboard 200 and their ninth entry overall on the chart. Their track record looks like this:
- “THE WORLD EP.FIN : WILL” – No. 1
- “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.2” – No. 1
- “THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW” – No. 2
- “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.1” – No. 2
- “THE WORLD EP.1 : MOVEMENT” – No. 3
Consistency? Check. Growth? Check. Industry domination? Also check.
Why This Is a Big Deal
- Record-Breaking Sales: Biggest K-pop sales week in the U.S. for 2025. Period.
- Global Presence: Proves ATEEZ’s ability to chart high not just in Korea but in the highly competitive U.S. market.
- Dedicated Fanbase: This level of sales power doesn’t come from casual listeners. It comes from a fanbase that shows up and supports with their wallets and their streams.
- Momentum for Future Projects: Each comeback builds on the last, and ATEEZ isn’t slowing down.
Final Thoughts: ATEEZ Is Here to Stay
While many groups talk about “global domination,” ATEEZ is out here actually doing it, one sold-out album at a time, with genuine musical quality, high-energy performances, and a work ethic that makes it impossible not to root for them.
“GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3” is more than just another mini album; it’s proof that ATEEZ’s rise isn’t a moment—it’s a movement.
TL;DR:
- ATEEZ’s “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3” debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart and No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
- It sold 105,000 units in its first week, the biggest U.S. sales week of any K-pop act in 2025.
- This marks ATEEZ’s fifth consecutive top 2 album on the Billboard 200 and their ninth chart entry overall.
- ATEEZ’s momentum is real, their fanbase is unmatched, and they’re setting the bar for K-pop’s global impact.
Congratulations, ATEEZ. Keep breaking records, and we’ll keep watching you take over, album by album, stage by stage.
