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We make better! Hello, we are VANNER!
(We make better! 안녕하세요, 배너입니다!)

—VANNER

VANNER (배너) is a five-member boy group under KLAP Entertainment. They debuted on February 14, 2019 with the studio album V.

Their name is a combination of "Victory" and "Banner", meaning to put the flag of victory at the top.

History[]

2019: Debut with V, "5cean : V"[]

On February 14, 2019, VANNER debuted with the release of their first studio album, V.[1]

On September 4, the group made their first comeback with the single album "5cean : V".

2020–2021: "Life", first fanmeeting[]

On December 1, 2020, the group released their second single album "Life".

On November 1, 2021, VANNER announced that they would hold their first U.S fanmeeting Form & Fan, which was held from November 12 to 21 across five cities.[2]

2022: First U.S tour, "Take Off"[]

On January 31, 2022, VANNER announced that they would hold their first U.S tour 2022 US Tour: Boost Up Part. 1. The first 14 stops were revealed the same day and began on March 16 in Chicago.[3]

On February 20, the group released the schedule plan for their third single album "Take Off", to be released on February 28.[4]

2023: Peak Time, new agency, Veni Vidi Vici, "Performer -Japanese ver.-"[]

On January 21, 2023, it was confirmed that VANNER would participate in JTBC's Peak Time. Their silhouette was revealed through a performance of "Crown" by TXT.[5] In the last episode aired on April 19, VANNER was revealed to be the winner of the show.[6]

On May 4, KLAP Entertainment announced that they signed a three-year contract with VANNER.[7] On June 15, KLAP announced that VANNER signed a contract with Intertwine CEO Eshy Gazit for their management in the United States.[8]

On August 1, the group announced their first mini album, Veni Vidi Vici, to be released on August 21.[9]

On October 16, it was announced that the group would soon be releasing their first Japanese digital single. The song would be performed at their upcoming fan concert in Japan.[10] On October 26, VANNER released "Performer -Japanese ver.-".[11]

2024: Capture the Flag, "I Don't Think That I Like Her", Burn, First music show win[]

On January 8, the group announced their second mini album, Capture the Flag, to be released on January 30.[12]

On September 10, they announced that they would be releasing their third mini album Burn on September 30.[13]

On September 11, they teased their second English digital single "I Don't Think That I Like Her", set for release on September 13.[14] On September 13, they unveiled the digital album cover for the single.[15]

On October 11, the group received their first music show win on Music Bank with the song "Automatic".[16]

Members[]

Name Position(s) Years active
Taehwan (태환) Leader, Main Vocalist, Center, Face of the Group 2019–present
Gon (곤) Main Rapper, Main Dancer, Vocalist 2019–present
Hyesung (혜성) Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer 2019–present
Yeonggwang (영광) Vocalist, Visual, Maknae 2019–present
Inactive (military service)
Sungkook (성국; formerly Ahxian (아시안)) Lead Rapper 2019–present

Discography[]

Korean[]

Studio albums[]

  • V (2019)

Mini albums[]

Single albums[]

Participation releases[]

Japanese[]

Digital singles[]

English[]

Digital singles[]

Concerts[]

Fancon tours[]

  • 2023 VANNER Fancon Tour [VVS Adventure] (2023)

Asia tours[]

  • 2024 VANNER 1st Concert [The Flag : A To V] (2024)[17]
  • 2024 VANNER 1st Encore Concert [The Flag : A To V] (2024)

U.S tours[]

Concert participation[]

  • PEPSI SUMMER FESTA 2023 (2023)[18]

Fanmeetings[]

  • Form & Fan (2021)

Filmography[]

Reality shows[]

Variety shows[]

Awards and nominations[]

Year Recipient Award Won
K-Stage Awards
2021 VANNER Global Kpop Star Won[20]
Variety Award Won[20]

Trivia[]

  • Due to the financial difficulties of their former company VT Entertainment, all members had to work part-time jobs to support themselves while promoting.[21]
    • Additionally, leader Taehwan also acted as the team's manager and fan cafe moderator.[21]

Gallery[]

Main article: VANNER/Gallery

Notes[]

  1. Only Ahxian is featured in the song.
  2. Only Taehwan is featured in the song.
  3. Sung by Taehwan and Gon.

References[]

  1. (KR) Top Star News: VANNER(배너), 2월 14일 가요계에 전격 데뷔
  2. VANNER 배너 on Twitter (November 1, 2021 tweet)
  3. VANNER 배너 on Twitter (January 31, 2022 tweet)
  4. VANNER 배너 on Twitter (February 20, 2022 tweet)
  5. YouTube: (피크타임 D-39) 《투모로우바이투게더 - 어느날 머리에서 뿔이 자랐다 (CROWN)》♪ | 〈피크타임〉 2/15 (수) 저녁 8시 50분 첫 방송
  6. Soompi: Watch: “Peak Time” Announces Its Final Winner After Thrilling Live Performances
  7. Soompi: VANNER Signs With New Agency After Winning “Peak Time” As Team 11:00
  8. Soompi: “Peak Time” Winning Team VANNER Signs U.S. Management Contract
  9. Soompi: “Peak Time” Winner VANNER Announces Comeback With 1st Mini Album “VENI VIDI VICI”
  10. (JP) VANNER Official Website: 日本初デジタルシングルのリリース決定!!
  11. @JP_Vanner on Twitter (October 26, 2023)
  12. Soompi: VANNER Announces January Comeback Date With 1st Teaser For “CAPTURE THE FLAG”
  13. Soompi: VANNER Announces Comeback Date With 1st Teaser For "BURN"
  14. @VannerOfficial on X (September 11, 2024)
  15. @VannerOfficial on X (September 13, 2024)
  16. Soompi: VANNER Scores Their First-Ever Music Show Win On "Music Bank" With "Automatic"
  17. @VannerOfficial on Twitter (March 25, 2024)
  18. @IVEstarship on Twitter: 썸머 페스타 2023 (May 25, 2023)
  19. Soompi: Watch: “Peak Time” Winning Team VANNER To Launch Their Own Reality Show “Picnic Time”
  20. 20.0 20.1 YouTube: 2021 K-STAGE AWARDS | 2021 케이스테이지 어워즈
  21. 21.0 21.1 Allkpop: VANNER's Taehwan garners attention for the reason why he received exemption from mandatory service

Official links[]

Korean
Japanese

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