ZEROBASEONE, also known as ZB1, is a South Korean boy group formed through Mnet’s survival program BOYS PLANET and managed by WAKEONE. The group debuted in 2023 and quickly established itself as one of the prominent groups of the fifth generation of K-pop.
ZEROBASEONE Profile
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Group Name | ZEROBASEONE |
| Short Name | ZB1 |
| Korean Name | 제로베이스원 |
| Agency | WAKEONE |
| Debut | July 10, 2023 |
| Group Type | Boy Group |
| Formation Program | BOYS PLANET |
| Fandom Name | ZEROSE |
| Current Members | 5 |
| Known For | Performance, vocals, choreography, and strong album sales |
How ZEROBASEONE Was Formed
ZEROBASEONE was created through Mnet’s survival program BOYS PLANET.
The program brought together trainees from different backgrounds and countries who competed for positions in the final debut lineup.
The final members formed ZEROBASEONE, giving the group a built-in international fanbase even before its official debut.
ZEROBASEONE Members
WAKEONE’s current official artist profile lists five members:
- Sung Han Bin
- Kim Ji Woong
- Seok Matthew
- Kim Tae Rae
- Park Gun Wook
WAKEONE currently identifies these five as the members on its official ZEROBASEONE profile.
ZEROBASEONE’s Debut
ZEROBASEONE debuted on July 10, 2023, with its first mini album, YOUTH IN THE SHADE.
The album introduced the group’s youthful and emotional musical identity while establishing its position within the fifth generation of K-pop.
ZEROBASEONE’s Music
Notable ZEROBASEONE releases include:
- In Bloom
- CRUSH
- Feel the POP
- Good So Bad
- SWEAT
- You had me at HELLO
- BLUE
- Doctor! Doctor!
- Only One Story
The group has explored pop, dance, electronic, and emotional K-pop styles across its releases.
ZEROBASEONE Albums
YOUTH IN THE SHADE
ZEROBASEONE’s debut mini album introduced the group through songs including “In Bloom.”
MELTING POINT
The second mini album continued the group’s early musical story and expanded its sound.
You had me at HELLO
The release continued ZEROBASEONE’s bright and melodic approach while strengthening the group’s identity.
CINEMA PARADISE
The album presented another conceptual chapter for the group and included “Good So Bad.”
BLUE PARADISE
Released in 2025, the mini album continued the group’s evolving musical direction.
NEVER SAY NEVER
The full album represented another major step in ZEROBASEONE’s discography.
WAKEONE’s official discography currently lists releases including YOUTH IN THE SHADE, MELTING POINT, You had me at HELLO, CINEMA PARADISE, BLUE PARADISE, and NEVER SAY NEVER.
ZEROBASEONE’s Achievements
ZEROBASEONE quickly became known for strong physical album sales.
WAKEONE states that the group became the first K-pop group to achieve six consecutive million-selling albums, while also surpassing 9 million cumulative album sales among fifth-generation K-pop groups.
The group has also achieved recognition on Korean, Japanese, and international music charts.
ZEROBASEONE’s Global Presence
The group entered the industry with an international fanbase created through BOYS PLANET.
Since debut, ZEROBASEONE has expanded its activities through performances, music releases, overseas promotions, and Japanese activities.
Its global fandom has helped the group establish a strong international presence in a relatively short period.
ZEROBASEONE’s Fandom
ZEROBASEONE’s official fandom is called ZEROSE.
The name reflects the close relationship between the group and its fans.
ZEROBASEONE Facts
- ZEROBASEONE is also known as ZB1.
- The group was formed through BOYS PLANET.
- ZEROBASEONE debuted in 2023.
- The group is managed by WAKEONE.
- Its fandom is called ZEROSE.
- The current official WAKEONE profile lists five members.
- The group’s debut album was YOUTH IN THE SHADE.
- “In Bloom” was the group’s debut title track.
- WAKEONE describes ZEROBASEONE as a representative fifth-generation K-pop group.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ZB1 stand for?
ZB1 is the commonly used short name for ZEROBASEONE.
When did ZEROBASEONE debut?
ZEROBASEONE debuted on July 10, 2023.
How was ZEROBASEONE formed?
The group was formed through Mnet’s survival program BOYS PLANET.
Who are the current ZEROBASEONE members?
WAKEONE’s current official profile lists Sung Han Bin, Kim Ji Woong, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae Rae, and Park Gun Wook.
What is ZEROBASEONE’s fandom name?
Their fandom is called ZEROSE.
What is ZEROBASEONE’s debut song?
The group’s debut title track is “In Bloom.”
Related KWaveHub Content
- ZEROBASEONE Members Profile
- Sung Han Bin Profile
- Kim Ji Woong Profile
- Seok Matthew Profile
- Kim Tae Rae Profile
- Park Gun Wook Profile
- ZEROBASEONE Latest News
- ZEROBASEONE Comebacks & Releases
- ZEROBASEONE Tours
- ZEROBASEONE Awards & Events
Final Thoughts
ZEROBASEONE has established itself as one of the notable fifth-generation K-pop boy groups since its 2023 debut.
The group’s survival-show origins gave it a strong international fanbase from the beginning, while its consistent album performance and expanding discography have helped strengthen its position in the K-pop industry.
With WAKEONE continuing to develop the group’s activities, ZEROBASEONE remains a major group to follow within the fifth generation of K-pop.
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