The group &TEAM successfully dominated the year-end major music stages in both Korea and Japan. On December 30, &TEAM appeared on KBS 2TV's "2025 Music Bank Global Festival IN JAPAN," performing the title track "Back to Life" from their Korean mini-album. The festival was held at the National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, where &TEAM captivated approximately 60,000 spectators with their dazzling group choreography and dance breaks.

On the same day, &TEAM also performed their third Japanese single "Go in Blind" on TBS's "The 67th Japan Record Awards." The song conveys the message that "we can overcome any path as long as we are together," showcasing the nine members' unity and confidence on stage. Their flawless synchronized performance while blindfolded maximized their explosive energy and left a strong impression.

At the event, &TEAM was selected as the recipient of the "Special International Music Award," given to artists who have shown outstanding global achievements throughout the year. They expressed their gratitude in Korean, Japanese, English, and Chinese, saying, "We will continue to do our best and work hard next year as well."

This year, &TEAM achieved remarkable success and expanded their global popularity. Their third Japanese single "Go in Blind" became a million-seller, and their Asia tour, which attracted about 160,000 people across 10 cities, was a great success. Additionally, they released their Korean mini-album "Back to Life," selling 1.13 million copies on the first day alone, becoming the first Japanese artist to achieve million-seller status in both Korea and Japan.

&TEAM also made their first entry on the US Billboard charts. "Back to Life" ranked 5th on the Billboard "World Albums" chart, 12th on "Top Current Album Sales," and 13th on "Top Album Sales." Based on this popularity, &TEAM topped the "Emerging Artists" chart. The US business magazine Forbes described them as "a group that adds new meaning to the expanding definition of K-pop."

In 2025, &TEAM plans to further strengthen their position in the global music market through continuous activities. They communicate with fans in various languages and secure new fan bases through musical diversity. &TEAM's future endeavors are highly anticipated.