BTS made 2017 their year winning awards and making milestones and 2018 is no exception. The popular K-pop group is showing no signs of slowing down to international success. Their song “Mic Drop” was featured on the teaser of “Silicon Valley” Season 5. They’ve also been nominated for an iHeart Award. More good news for BTS because they are breaking more records and it’s still the New Year.
The K-pop group has become widely popular in the US most especially in 2017. BTS has appeared on Ellen, The Late Late Show with James Cordon, and Late Night with Jimmy Kimmel. They’ve also won a Billboard Music Award. Their success is owed to their loyal fanbase that’s growing larger and larger by the minute.
HBO uses BTS song for ‘Silicon Valley’ Season 5 Teaser
HBO’s hit show “Silicon Valley” focuses on five young men who founded a start-up company in Silicon Valley. BTS’ song “Mic Drop (Steve Aoki Remix) featuring Desiigner” being featured on the teaser is a big deal for the band. “Silicon Valley” is an award-winning and critically acclaimed show. Especially if the show is airing in one of America’s well-known TV networks. HBO is known for producing shows like “Game of Thrones,” “The Sopranos,” and “True Blood” to name a few.
Using “Mic Drop” for the show’s teaser opens doors for BTS when it comes to soundtracks. HBO is not only putting the effort into diversifying their cast but also their music choice. With a song being used for a popular TV show, this could mean we might hear more BTS songs featured in TV shows and even movies in the future. Watch “Silicon Valley” Season 5 trailer via HBO YouTube account below.
BTS Nominated for iHeart Radio Music Award
It looks like BTS may have another award in the future. BTS is nominated for two categories “Best Fan Army” and “Best Boyband.” at the iHeart Radio Music Awards. K-pop group, EXO is nominated for “Best Fan Army.” The other nominees for “Best Boyband” are CNCO, The Vamps, and Why Don’t We. The 2018 iHeart Radio Music Awards is on Sunday, March 11 at the Forum in Los Angeles. Fans are taking to Twitter asking everyone to retweet to vote for their favorites with the hashtag #iHeartAwards.
Aside from the nomination, the band is still hot on the Billboard’s Hot 100. Their song “Mic Drop” ranked number 66 on the chart once again. This is their 6th week in a row, and 16 places higher than last week’s 82. This is a new record for the band. Their album “Love Yourself: Her” has also risen on the Billboard 200, from 106 last week to number 72 this week. Just like last year, BTS continues to conquer the international music scene.