Groups captivate fans for various reasons, whether it’s something like their stunning visuals, impeccable fashion, or spellbinding vocals. And fans just can’t get enough, going to social media to rave about their faves in any way possible. While fan sentiment can vary, it can overlap with many fans sharing similar thoughts about the group.
In one of Kpopmap’s newest features, Kpopmap’s Fan Vibe, fan sentiment towards groups are collected by analyzing comments across Reddit and YouTube, contributing to each group’s Interest Index. Interest Index, a culmination of different score from various categories: performance, visual, vocal, fashion, multi-talent, and sometimes rap. This AI-gathered data is updated monthly, putting groups into a Fan Interest Idol Ranking.
This ranking was recently updated to reflect fan sentiment from June and renowned idol group, ENHYPEN, were able to achieve an Interest Index of 685, placing them 3rd on the Fan Interest Idol Ranking. Many were captivated by the boy group’s many charms, but a majority focused on their performances (328) and visuals (149). With their commanding stage presence and dashing good looks, it’s no wonder ENHYPEN continues to generate massive buzz among fans and the K-Pop community as a whole.
So, what performances had fans swooning? Let’s find out.
Studio Choom Performance
Studio Choom performances has a reputation for spotlighting K-Pop artists’ performances skills through their dynamic camera work and captivating lighting. It’s no different for ENHYPEN as they perform their newest title track ‘Bad Desire (With Or Without You)’. Just focusing on the performance, the seven-member boy group delivers a impactful showcase of impressive execution and smooth transitions. It’s a simple, yet effective way to highlight ENHYPEN’s powerful stage performance.
Official Performance Version
Unlike their Studio Choom performance, the flashing lights are kept at a minimum and the camera work is different, but ENHYPEN brings the same electrifying energy. The members look effortlessly stunning as they dance with expertise and confidence. It serves as a clear example of how much they’ve improved in terms of stage presence and performance skills. Fans recognize this, praising the group all across the comments and social media feeds.
Music Show Performance
While their performance alone is captivating, when paired with their actual live vocals, ‘Bad Desire (With Or Without You)’ takes on a new shape. Hearing their live, stable vocals, even while giving their all to the choreography makes one appreciate the group’s growth all the more. They know how to work the stage and create something special for themselves and the fans. It becomes a moment to showcase their ever-evolving artistic identity, providing another reason for fans to fall in love with the group.
Relay Dance
Making an appearance on Mnet’s “Relay Dance” is a must for all idols during their promotion period. Each member gets a chance to be spotlighted for their dance skills, sometimes dancing to other groupmates parts, even adding special formations and fun gestures. ENHYPEN show that they can remain cool and professional, while also having fun in the process. From their actual relay dance to the behind scenes, fans remain impressed with ENHYPEN’s talent and poise.
A Special Nod To Their Magical Vocals
While most fan sentiment centered around their performances and visuals, their vocals also stood out and came in third, earning a score of 97. They were able to showcase this across multiple music show stages, but their cover of ‘Demons’ on “The Seasons – Park BoGum’s Cantabile” was a special highlight for ENGENE everywhere. From soaring high notes to heart-pounding melodic delivery, ENHYPEN’s vocals were spell-binding and proved why they should all be considered noteworthy vocalists. It was a stage that resonated with fans across the globe.
Through Kpopmap’s Fan Vibe, we see that ENHYPEN have been recognized for their talent and skill, with special attention towards their performances, visuals, and vocals. But as ENGENE know, there’s more to the group than meets the eye. With their multitude of charms, ENHYPEN can proudly stand at the front as leaders of their generation and of the K-Pop scene as a whole.
What do you like the most about ENHYPEN?