&TEAM celebrating their first music show win for Mark on Me on Music Bank
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&TEAM Scores Major Milestone With First Ever 'Music Bank' Win For 'Mark On Me'

The global group edged out tough competition to take home their first weekly broadcast trophy.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

&TEAM has officially notched a massive career milestone, locking in their very first weekly Korean music showcase victory. On the September 18 edition of the flagship music series *Music Bank*, the global group took home top honors for their latest release, "Mark on Me," marking a major breakthrough moment for the group's ongoing promotional cycle. The battle for the week's top spot came down to a tense head-to-head showdown on stage. &TEAM was pitted against rival candidate EVAN, who was nominated for the track "Death of Me." When the final scores were tallied across all tracking categories, &TEAM managed to pull ahead, securing the trophy with a final total score of 8,458 points.

How did andteam win music bank

Securing a first-place trophy on a weekly Korean music program remains one of the most coveted rites of passage in the entire K-pop industry. These television competitions measure a mix of digital music streams, physical release sales, television broadcast points, and direct audience voting. Winning the top spot serves as a clear indicator of a group's expanding mainstream visibility and dedicated listener base. The success of "Mark on Me" reflects growing fan engagement as the track continues to gain traction on digital charts and social platforms. The win highlights the group's steady rise since their debut, proving that their latest comeback effort is striking a chord with domestic and international audiences alike.

Who performed on music bank september 18

Beyond the emotional trophy presentation, the September 18 live broadcast delivered a packed lineup of high-energy stages from notable industry talents. Audience members and home viewers were treated to a stacked evening of live music, featuring strong promotional performances across various genres. Among the evening's featured acts were PENTAGON and Soyeon, both of whom delivered memorable stages that elevated the broadcast's energy. Their presence alongside the night's big winners capped off a dynamic showcase filled with stellar choreography and vocal displays. With their historic first trophy officially secured, &TEAM is poised to build even greater momentum in the coming weeks. Fan communities worldwide have taken to social media to celebrate the landmark achievement, ensuring this particular episode will stand out as a key highlight in the group's rising story.

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The backstory

Verified moments, in order.

Music Bank: The Stage, the Stars and the Scoreboard

Since 1998, the weekly South Korean music show has paired live promotion with chart competition. Overseas concerts, star-making presenters and a scoring row shape the story behind its trophy.

  1. 1998-06-16

    The weekly fixture begins

    Music Bank — The weekly fixture begins

    'Music Bank' premieres on South Korean television. The programme becomes a regular stop for artists promoting new releases, putting established acts and newcomers on the same broadcast bill.

  2. 2011-07-13

    The television stage goes overseas

    Music Bank — The television stage goes overseas

    The 'Music Bank' World Tour opens at Tokyo Dome, with performers including TVXQ and Girls' Generation. The overseas concert series takes the programme's name beyond its weekly domestic broadcast and puts multiple K-pop acts before international audiences.

  3. 2015-05-01

    The presenters become part of the draw

    Music Bank — The presenters become part of the draw

    Actor Park Bo-gum and Red Velvet's Irene begin their run as co-hosts. Their on-screen partnership becomes a talking point in its own right; they remain in the roles until June 24, 2016, and later reunite for overseas 'Music Bank' events.

  4. 2022-05-13Flashpoint

    A win puts broadcast points under fire

    Music Bank — A win puts broadcast points under fire

    LE SSERAFIM's 'FEARLESS' beats Lim Young-woong's 'If We Ever Meet Again' to first place. Lim's zero in the broadcast-score category draws fan complaints, and the programme's producers defend the calculation. The dispute puts the chart's broadcast component—not just sales and streaming—under public scrutiny.

  5. 2023-04-08

    Paris gets the touring edition

    Music Bank — Paris gets the touring edition

    'Music Bank' stages an overseas concert at Paris La Défense Arena, with a lineup including Stray Kids, ENHYPEN and IVE. It returns the brand to Paris after its 2012 concert there, underlining the distinction between the weekly chart programme and its international concert events.

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Which song gave &TEAM their first music show win?
&TEAM earned their first music show trophy with the track 'Mark on Me' during the September 18 broadcast of Music Bank.
Who was nominated against &TEAM on Music Bank?
&TEAM competed against candidate EVAN, whose single 'Death of Me' was also nominated for first place during the episode.