The group TWS left a strong impression on global fans. On the 24th at midnight (Korean time), TWS appeared on the American music-focused digital platform Genius's program "Open Mic" and delivered a live performance of the title track "OVERDRIVE" from their 4th mini-album "play hard." This performance was released on Genius's official YouTube channel.

TWS took the stage against the backdrop of a dark garage, radiating the intense passion of youth. Despite constantly changing positions without a break, they executed precise choreography and danced with their best effort at every moment. This appearance engraved the image of "the next-generation K-pop performance powerhouse" in the minds of global viewers.

During the performance, TWS expressed the emotions of falling in love with high immersion through various facial expressions and gestures. Especially in the "whining challenge" section starting with the lyrics "Umm," they offered visual delight to viewers with bright smiles and coy glances. Genius commented, "TWS perfectly encompasses the theme of this song with their sleek performance. The energetic choreography and smooth vocals make the performance stand out even more."

TWS is gaining popularity with "play hard." The album sold nearly 640,000 copies in its first week, surpassing the initial sales of their previous work. Additionally, it took first place in both the album and retail album categories on the latest Circle Chart weekly chart (tracking period October 12–18), achieving a double crown.

Interest in TWS is also rising in the global music market. "OVERDRIVE" entered 9th place on Billboard Japan's "Hot Shot Song" chart (October 22 issue), reflecting a rapid rise across three indicators: downloads, streaming, and video.

Major U.S. media outlets such as The Hollywood Reporter, Forbes, and tmrw Magazine have praised TWS's latest album, stating that they have achieved new growth based on powerful energy.

On the same day, TWS continued their "OVERDRIVE" stage on KBS2's "Music Bank" and "The Seasons - 10CM's Ssudam Ssudam." They plan to further elevate the status of K-pop through active promotions going forward.