BTS Covers June Issue of US Leading Music Magazine Rolling Stone... First Asian Group to Do So

BTS featured on the cover of the American music magazine Rolling Stone.

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dong-hyun] The group BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) graced the cover of the June issue of the United States' leading music magazine Rolling Stone.

On the 13th (local time), Rolling Stone unveiled photos, a making-of film, and an interview featuring BTS as the cover models for June on its official website. Since Rolling Stone's founding 54 years ago, BTS is the first Asian group to be chosen as cover models.

In the cover photo, all seven members of BTS display expressions of surprise as if they are looking at something astonishing. Their serious gazes and engaging facial expressions leave a strong impression.

Rolling Stone focused on how these seven young men redefined the rules of the music business and became the world's biggest group in an article titled "BTS's Victory."

They also praised BTS, who demonstrate global influence, describing them as "a group that broke down boundaries and overturned hegemony to achieve worldwide success," and added, "Composed of seven exceptionally talented members, BTS seems to show a glimpse of a new and better world."

In the interview with Rolling Stone, BTS shared various stories, including reflections on the monumental achievements of last year's release "Dynamite," their success in the U.S. music market, and an introduction to their upcoming new digital single "Butter."

Meanwhile, starting from the 14th, Rolling Stone plans to sequentially release individual digital covers of the seven members on its official website over seven days.

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