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DKB (band)

DKB(Korean:다크비,pronounced "Darkbe"[1]) is a South Korean boy band underBrave Entertainment.The group consists of eight members: E-Chan, D1, GK, Heechan, Lune, Junseo, Yuku, and Harry-June. Originally a nine-member group, former member Teo departed from the group on November 6, 2023, after a drunk-driving incident.[2]The group made their debut on February 3, 2020, with the release of theirextended playYouthand its lead single "Sorry Mama".

DKB
DKB in September 2022
DKB in September 2022
Background information
Also known asDark Brown Eyes
OriginSeoul,South Korea
Genres
Years active2020(2020)–present
LabelsBrave
Members
  • E-Chan
  • D1
  • GK
  • Heechan
  • Lune
  • Junseo
  • Yuku
  • Harry-June
Past members
  • Teo
WebsiteDKB at Brave Entertainment

History

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2020–2021: Debut and further releases

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DKB in February 2020

DKB is the first boyband to debut underBrave Entertainmentsince the debut ofBig Starseven years prior.[1][3]Their name, DKB, is short for "Dark Brown Eyes", meaning that "those who have it will reach out to the world."[4]A representative of Brave Entertainment described the group as "a newcomer who will bring a new breeze to the music industry in 2020."[3]Various teasers were released throughout the second half of 2019 revealing the members of the group.[5]

On January 16, 2020, Brave Entertainment released a teaser image showing nine figures standing against a dark background with red lighting. The image also revealed the title of the EP,Youth,along with its release date, February 3.[6]Youthwas released along with its lead single, "Sorry Mama", which was produced by Brave Brothers.[1]The group's debut showcase was held at the Spigen Hall inGangnamthe same day.[7]The EP entered theGaon Album Chartat number 41 the following week.[8]DKB released their second EPLove,and its lead single "Still" on May 25.[9]On August 13, at the 2020 Soribada Awards, DKB won the "Next Artist Award", their first award since debut.[10]DKB released their third EPGrowthand its lead single "Work Hard" on October 26.[11]

2021–present: First studio album and Teo’s departure

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On March 30, 2021, DKB released their first studio albumThe Dice Is Castand its lead single "All In".[12]On October 28, DKB released their first single albumRollercoasterand its lead single of the same name.[13]

On April 28, 2022, DKB released their fourth EPRebeland its lead single "Sober".[14]On August 25, DKB released their fifth EPAutumnand its lead single "24/7".[15]

In February 2023, it was announced that DKB will be included among the 24 contestants in theJTBCidol survival show,Peak Time.[16]DKB was introduced in the show as Team 08:00, as show's contestants were represented with an hour of the day.[17]In the finale, DKB performedMonsta XJoohoney's song titled "Turning Point" and finished at 4th place.[18][19]

On June 14, 2023, DKB released their sixth EPI Need Love.[20]

On August 14, 2023, DKB released their sixth EP repackageWe Love You.

On November 6, 2023, Teo departed from the band due to a drunk-driving incident. The band will continue to promote as an eight-member group.[21]

Members

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List of members and their positions, adapted from Brave Entertainment.[22]

Current

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  • E-Chan (이찬) – rap, dance
  • D1 (디원) – dance, vocal
  • GK (지케이) – rap
  • Heechan (희찬) – dance
  • Lune (룬) – vocals
  • Junseo (준서) – dance
  • Yuku (유쿠) – dance, vocals
  • Harry-June (해리준) – dance

Former

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  • Teo (테오) – vocals

Discography

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Studio albums

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Title Album details Peak chart positions
KOR
[23]
The Dice Is Cast
Track listing
  1. "All In" (줄꺼야)
  2. "Flower Less"
  3. "Real Love"
  4. "Work Hard" (난 일해)
  5. "Sorry Mama" (미안해 엄마)
  6. "Still" (오늘도 여전히)
  7. "Fondue" (퐁듀)
  8. "Tell'em Boys"
  9. "Tell Me Tell Me"
  10. "Samsung"
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Extended plays

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Title EP details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[23] 		JPN
[24]
Youth
  • Released: February 3, 2020(KOR)
  • Re-released: July 29, 2020(JPN)
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Youth"
  2. "Sorry Mama" (미안해 엄마)
  3. "Go Up"
  4. "Elevator"
  5. "Samsung"
 41 —
Love
  • Released: May 25, 2020
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Still" (오늘도 여전히)
  2. "Tell'em Boys"
  3. "Fondue" (퐁듀)
  4. "Curious" (호기심)
  5. "Rose"
 12 —
Growth
  • Released: October 26, 2020
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Work Hard" (난 일해)
  2. "Tell Me Tell Me"
  3. "Take Care" (잘 지내)
  4. "Eraser" (지우개)
  5. "No More" (위로X)
 25 —
Rebel
  • Released: April 28, 2022
  • Re-released: April 11, 2023(JPN)
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Sober" (안취해)
  2. "Get Away"
  3. "Rollercoaster" (왜 만나)
  4. "Sober" (안취해;Remix)
 39 29
Autumn
  • Released: August 25, 2022
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Peep My Show"
  2. "24/7" (넌 매일)
  3. "Autumn"
  4. "Bubble" (비늣방울;D1 solo)
  5. "24/7" (넌 매일}; Inst.)
 29 —
I Need Love
  • Released: June 14, 2023
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "I Need Love"
  2. "More than 100 Reasons"
  3. "Feeling"
  4. "1 on 1"
  5. "I Need Love (Outro)"
 6 23
We Love You
  • Released: August 14, 2023
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Told You" (말했잖아)
  2. "All Yours"
  3. "Paradise"
  4. "I Need Love"
  5. "More than 100 Reasons
  6. "Feeling"
  7. "Told You" (말했잖아;Remix)
 17 —
Hip
  • Released: November 30, 2023
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Ghost Ridah (Wow Wow)"
  2. "What the Hell"
  3. "Me, Me & You" (겁이니)
  4. "Slush"
  5. "Fireworks" (쏘아 올려
 8 —
Urban Ride
  • Released: July 16, 2024
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download, streaming
Track listing
  1. "Star"
  2. "Flirting X"
  3. "Taekwondo"
  4. "Traveler" (나그네
  5. "Let's Dance"
 11 38
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that region.

Single albums

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Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
KOR
[37]
Rollercoaster
  • Released: October 28, 2021
  • Label: Brave Entertainment
  • Formats: CD, digital download
Track listing
  1. "Rollercoaster" (왜 만나)
  2. "Rollercoaster" (왜 만나) (Inst.)
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Singles

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As lead artist

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Title Year Album
"Sorry Mama" (미안해 엄마) 2020 Youth
"Still" (오늘도 여전히) Love
"Work Hard" (난 일해) Growth
"All In" (줄꺼야) 2021 The Dice Is Cast
"Rollercoaster" (왜 만나) Rollercoaster
"Sober" (안취해) 2022 Rebel
"24/7" (넌 매일) Autumn
"I Need Love" 2023 I Need Love
"All Yours" We Love You
"Told You"
"What The Hell" Hip
"Flirting X" 2024 Urban Ride

Compilation appearances

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Title Year Album
"City Escape" (도시탈출) 2021 Immortal Songs: 2021 Hope Application Song Special
"The Real" (Heung ver.) (멋(흥: Hưng ver))(orig. song byAteez) 2023 Peak Time – Survival Round
"Bang!"(orig. song byAfter School) Peak Time – 1 Round <Rival match> Pt.2
"Coco Colada" Peak Time – 3 Round <Originals match>
"Turning Point"(Prod.Joohoney) Peak Time – <Final Round>

Awards and nominations

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Name of the award ceremony, year presented, category, nominee of the award, and the result of the nomination
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee / Work Result Ref.
Asia Artist Awards 2021 Focus Singer Award DKB Won [39]

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