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Xlov
South Korean Musical Group
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Xlov (Korean: 엑스러브; RR: ekseureobeu; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean musical group formed by 257 Entertainment and managed by WM Entertainment after the company acquired 257 Entertainment in March 2026.[2] The group consists of four members: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. They debuted on January 7, 2025, with their single album I'mma Be.
Name
The group name is a combination "X", which represents the unknown and negation, and "lov", which represents unfinished love, with different forms and meanings. The group's theme is "genderless concept".[3]
History
Pre-debut and other activities
In 2015, Wumuti participated and won the first season of MBC Music's reality competition series Super Idol, debuting as a member of Swin.[4] He then participated in three reality programs: MBC's Under Nineteen in 2018, Mnet's Boys Planet and Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survival in 2023 and 2024, respectively.[5][6][7] Following Build Up, Wumuti was active as a member of the project group Waterfire.[8] In 2024, Wumuti made his solo debut with the single "You Make Me Better".[9]
Haru and Rui, then going by his full name Chen Kuanjui, participated alongside Wumuti as individual trainees in Mnet's Boys Planet in 2023.[10][11]
2024–present: Introduction, I'mma Be, I One and UXLXVE
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In December 2024, 257 Entertainment announced that Xlov would be debuting on January 7, 2025, and revealed the members' lineup: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru.[12][13][14][15] On January 7, 2025, Xlov made their debut with the single album I'mma Be and its lead single of the same name.[1]
On March 2, 2025, Xlov began their first tour in Japan, "-X:On1y-", with 23 performances in Tokyo and Osaka.[16]
On May 11, 2025, Xlov announced their 6-track second single album I One, which was released on June 13. The album includes "1&Only", "1 of LOV", "Bizness", and 3 instrumental versions of the respective tracks.[17] To mark their first comeback, they released a new logo which depicted their debut logo engulfed in flames.[18] Xlov held their second tour in Japan, "XXXX:-P", on August 29, 2025 with eight stops in Tokyo and three in Yokohama.[19]
The group released their first mini-album, UXLXVE, on November 5, 2025. [20] The Album includes 6 tracks for the streaming version, and 9 for the CD version, of which 3 are instrumental versions of songs on the album.
Public image
Xlov debuted in 2025 with the slogan "K-pop’s first genderless concept".[21] Park Jae-yong, CEO of 257 Entertainment, said: "The members do not identify as genderless in terms of identity—this is simply a concept we chose to differentiate ourselves from other groups. Our goal was to express beauty without gender boundaries."[21] In a 2025 interview, the group stated: "When we say 'genderless,' we think it might be a little difficult for English-speaking fans to fully grasp. By 'genderless,' we aim to break stereotypes that suggest only certain genders can do this or that. The art we express is 'gender-free,' and we hope it empowers more people to embrace their true selves and pursue who they want to be."[22] All members of the group wear androgynous clothing; the music video for "I'mma Be" features members wearing both skirts and pants.[21]
Members
- Wumuti (우무티) – leader[23]
- Rui (루이)
- Hyun (현)
- Haru (하루)
Discography
Extended plays
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOR [24] |
US Curr. [25] | |||
| Uxlxve |
Track listing
|
7 | 44 |
|
Single albums
| Title | Details | Peak chart positions | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOR [24] | |||
| I'mma Be |
Track listing
|
11 |
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| I One |
Track listing
|
11 |
|
Singles
Music videos
Accolades
Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee / Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Champ Awards | 2025 | iMBC Hot Star | XLOV | Won | [33] |
Concert tours
Xlov 1st Premium Tour in Japan "-X:On1y-"
| Date | City | Country | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2025 | Tokyo | Japan | J-Stage O! |
| Mar 4, 2025 | |||
| Mar 5, 2025 | |||
| Mar 7, 2025 | |||
| Mar 8, 2025 | |||
| Mar 9, 2025 | |||
| Mar 11, 2025 | |||
| Mar 12, 2025 | |||
| Mar 13, 2025 | |||
| Mar 15, 2025 | Osaka | Pluswin Hall Osaka | |
| Mar 16, 2025 | Pluswin Hall Villeboa | ||
| Mar 18, 2025 | |||
| Mar 19, 2025 | |||
| Mar 20, 2025 | |||
| Mar 22, 2025 | Tokyo | J-Stage O! | |
| Mar 23, 2025 | |||
| Mar 25, 2025 | |||
| Mar 26, 2025 | |||
| Mar 28, 2025 | |||
| Mar 29, 2025 | |||
| Mar 30, 2025 | K-Stage O! |
Xlov Japan Live 2025 Summer "XXXX:-P"
2026 Xlov Europe Tour "L.O.V.E & u"
| Date | City | Country | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 26, 2026 | Helsinki | Finland | Kulttuuritalo[34] |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Madrid | Spain | The Lenovo Garage[35] |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Warsaw | Poland | Progresja[36] |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Renens | Switzerland | Salle de Spectacles[37] |
| Feb 1, 2026 | Milan | Italy | Magazzini Generali[38] |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Athens | Greece | Universe Multivenue |
| Feb 6, 2026 | Sophia | Bulgaria | Joy Station |
| Feb 7, 2026 | Bucharest | Romania | Sala Palatului |
| Feb 8, 2026 | London | United Kingdom | Troxy |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Wolverhampton | Wolverhampton Civic Hall[39] | |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Manchester | Academy 1[40] | |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Paris | France | Salle Pleyel[41] |
| Feb 16, 2026[a] | Copenhagen | Denmark | Poolen[43] |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Reykjavik | Iceland | Gamla Bíó[44] |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Amsterdam | Netherlands | Panama[45] |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Mainz | Germany | K-Pop Revolution Festival[46] |
| Feb 22, 2026 |