[TMA Interview] ALLDAY PROJECT Proves Potential Through Achievements as 'Artist of the Year'

'Artist of the Year' Award Follows 'Next Leader' Last Year"The love of DAY ONE is the driving force for us to move forward"Group ALLDAY PROJECT won the 'Artist of the Year' award at the '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS(2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS, TMA)' held at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium in Yeonje-gu, Busan on September 19. The photo shows them being interviewed after receiving the award. / Reporter Park Sang-min[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Soo-bin] Group ALLDAY PROJECT, which made a strong impression on the music scene immediately after their debut, has written another chapter of growth. After being recognized as 'Next Leader' last year, they have now been named 'Artist of the Year,' marking a step up from being a next-generation contender. Although this achievement comes just over a year after their debut, ALLDAY PROJECT's challenge is just beginning.The '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS(2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS, TMA),' hosted by THE FACT and organized by FANNSTAR and UCW, took place at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium on September 19. On this day, ALLDAY PROJECT was recognized for their activities since their debut by winning the 'Artist of the Year' award.Debuting in June of last year, ALLDAY PROJECT is a five-member co-ed group consisting of ANNIE, TARZZAN, Bailey, WOOCHAN, and YOUNGSEO. They garnered attention for their unique member composition even before their debut, and after their unveiling, they captivated the public with their distinct musical color and powerful performances.In particular, the success of their debut song 'FAMOUS' was exceptional. Released on June 23 last year, the song entered the Melon Top 100 chart at number 10 within five hours of its release and reached the top spot in three days. This unprecedented speed for a rookie group dominating the music charts announced the arrival of ALLDAY PROJECT.Building on this momentum, ALLDAY PROJECT received the 'Next Leader' award at last year's '2025 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS'. Although they could not attend the awards ceremony in person, they achieved remarkable results in their debut year, raising expectations for their future activities.The upward trend continued. 'ONE MORE TIME,' released in November last year, reached a peak of 2nd on the Melon Top 100 and 4th on the daily chart. In December, they released their first EP, 'ALLDAY PROJECT,' expanding their musical spectrum. They didn't just gain attention with their debut song but also maintained their presence through subsequent activities.Group ALLDAY PROJECT made a comeback on the 28th of last month with their second EP album 'CRASH,' breaking a hiatus of about nine months. The photo shows them performing at the '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS'. / Reporter Nam Yong-heeHaving run tirelessly, ALLDAY PROJECT took home the 'Artist of the Year' trophy at this year's TMA, moving beyond 'Next Leader.' They showcased their strengths to the fullest on the awards ceremony stage. After building the atmosphere with the powerful rap and energy of 'WICKED,' they presented another charm with 'ONE MORE TIME,' heating up the venue.After completing all their performances, ALLDAY PROJECT met with reporters from backstage. While they were only recognized as award winners last year, this year was even more special for the members as they performed live and interacted with their fans.The 'Artist of the Year' award received by ALLDAY PROJECT is given to artists who have achieved outstanding results in album sales and digital music performance throughout the year. The winner is determined by a combination of 60% album and digital music performance and 40% judge evaluation. Their inclusion in this category just over a year after their debut highlights their growth.For member Tarzan, there was another special reason on this day: his parents attended the awards ceremony in person. Tarzan said, "I spontaneously forgot to mention my aunt and cousin," and added, "I want to mention them here just in case they feel left out. Thank you so much."Even Tarzan, who is usually not nervous on stage, was different on this day. The sight of his parents watching him from the audience felt particularly significant. He said, "I'm not usually the type to get nervous on stage. I just think, 'I just need to perform.' But seeing my mom and dad's faces, I was so nervous. It felt like a school talent show from when I was young."With the support of his family, ALLDAY PROJECT has lifted another trophy and is now preparing for a new leap forward. Tarzan stated, "I think we've grown a lot internally (over the past year)," and added, "I think the results of that growth are reflected in our second EP album 'CRASH,' which was released on the 28th."He continued, "We've tried various genres and approaches from track 1 to track 5. We would be grateful if you listen to it with that in mind and enjoy it."Group ALLDAY PROJECT expressed their hope, saying, "We hope you look forward to everything we will show you in the future." The photo shows them receiving the 'Artist of the Year' award at the '2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS'. / Reporter Park Heon-wooAs it is their first album in about nine months, they put a lot of effort into the preparation process. WOOCHAN said, "We prepared with all our might because the hiatus was long," and expressed confidence, "You will feel a color of ALLDAY PROJECT that you haven't felt before."The mini-album 'CRASH,' released on September 28, is an album that further expands the musical identity ALLDAY PROJECT has built. Based on the individuality of the five members, it attempts various genres and sounds, embodying a bold attitude that is not confined to a set framework. In particular, the title track 'CRASH' expresses the energy of youth, crashing and rushing without hesitation, through performance.The new album also made its presence felt on the music charts. On the day of its release, September 28, it ranked 4th on the Hanteo Chart's daily album chart, signaling the start of new activities.From their debut song 'FAMOUS' to 'ONE MORE TIME' and now 'CRASH,' ALLDAY PROJECT continues to experiment with various styles, not staying within a single genre or concept. The fact that members with different strengths, from powerful rap to sensual vocals and unique performances, come together as one team is also their unique characteristic.Aini said, "The five members have very different charms," and added, "I think fans and the public like that aspect."Having proven their potential as 'Next Leader' last year, ALLDAY PROJECT has now demonstrated their achievements as 'Artist of the Year.' However, the members' eyes are already set on their next stage. They are determined to expand their territory with new music and performances, not settling for what they have shown so far."We love DAY ONE so much. We are always sincerely grateful for all the support you give us. We feel your love no matter what we do, and that love is the driving force for us to move forward until the very end. We couldn't be more grateful. We hope you look forward to everything we will show you in the future."subin7134@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]