YOUNITE
The eight-member group YOUNITE (유나이트), under the label BrandNew Music, has solidified its status as a global artist.
On August 21, YOUNITE (Eunho, Steve, Eunsang, Hyungseok, Woono, Dey, Kyungmun, and Sion) received an official plaque of appreciation from the city hall of Piracicaba, located in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
The municipal government of Piracicaba stated:
“YOUNITE is a symbol of the global young generation and a representative artist who connects cultures through the power of music. The group serves as a bridge between the citizens of Piracicaba and the Korean community, promotes dialogue, and delivers a message of hope,” they said, as they presented the plaque of appreciation.
This gesture carries special significance, as it marks a rare case in which a Kpop artist has been officially recognized as a cultural symbol by a Brazilian local government.
YOUNITE expressed its gratitude:
“We’re already deeply moved to have the opportunity to meet and connect with our Brazilian fans, and to receive such a meaningful honor on top of that is truly overwhelming. We sincerely thank the city of Piracicaba. Going forward, we’ll continue to connect cultures and spread hope through our music.”
Currently, YOUNITE is on tour in Brazil, organized by the Korean Cultural Center in Brazil (CCCB). They kicked off their tour in São Paulo on August 16 and have since performed in Curitiba and Piracicaba, receiving enthusiastic responses from local fans. The group is set to continue its tour with stops in Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Goiânia, and Brasília, with performances scheduled through August 31.
In addition, YOUNITE released its second single “BOMBA (봄바)” on August 4, targeting the South American market, and continues to actively promote its music.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: BrandNew Music
