[Exclusive Interview] Artist to Watch: KO1KEYZ on Preparing for KCON and Upcoming Debut

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    After securing their debut, KO1KEYZ made their first appearance at this year's KCON LA 2026. The 12-member group - Daiki, Keito, Siyoung, Shinhaeng, Yoshiki, Ryoga, Issa, Yura, Ryuji, Towa, Kosuke, and Yuki is set to debut under LAPONE Entertainment on October 7th 2026. 

    This marks their first overseas performance, performing on both the Toyota Music Den and M Countdown stages. Both sets carried their lively energy, featuring tracks like “Soda Pop” alongside the premiere of their refreshing debut song “KO1KEYZ.” This had fans creating a buzz on social media about the group, asking “who they are?” and “when is their debut?” 

    KO1KEYZ’s enthusiastic and refreshing stage presence has made them an artist to watch, with international fans now eager for what's to come. As their debut is coming soon, KpopWise had the chance to speak to the group about their upcoming debut and what it means to be able to be a part of this year’s KCON.




    KW: If someone is hearing about Ko1keyz for the very first time today, what do you hope their first impression is? 


    Siyoung:  This is KO1KEYZ's Siyoung. We hope that many of you will have the first impression of us like, ‘Huh? Is that them?’ Let me start again. ‘Huh, this group feels like they should be right next to me, but they aren’t?’ We hope you have that kind of first impression. 


    KW: What is one word to describe your upcoming debut?


     Shinhaeng: Great Fun!

    KW: Are there any messages you’d like to send to Ko1ly?


    Siyoung:  We worked hard preparing for KCON, so we would appreciate it if you could give us lots of love and support, both when we debut and before. Thank you. 


    KO1KEYZ: Thank you!


    The group continues to actively post content to their social media platforms, allowing fans to get to know them before their debut single title, “KO1KEYZ,” drops. They are currently on their 1st Fan Meeting tour having upcoming events in Hyogo, Japan, and Seoul, South Korea. 





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