K-Pop Rookies CLOSE YOUR EYES Team Up With Grammy Winner Imanbek for 'blackout' Album
Rising K-pop group CLOSE YOUR EYES is gearing up for their third comeback with a high-profile international collaboration that's turning heads across the industry.
The seven-member act revealed the complete tracklist for their upcoming mini album 'blackout' on October 25th, confirming a partnership with Grammy-winning DJ Imanbek on their second title track 'SOB.'
Grammy Winner Brings Global Edge
Imanbek made history in 2021 as Kazakhstan's first Grammy recipient, winning Best Remixed Recording for his viral remix of Saint Jhn's "Roses." The track dominated charts worldwide, hitting number one in the UK and becoming a TikTok phenomenon with over a billion Spotify streams.
This marks CLOSE YOUR EYES' first-ever artist collaboration since their April 2025 debut through JTBC's survival show Project 7.
Double Title Strategy
The album features two lead singles. 'X' showcases leader Jeon Min-wook's songwriting abilities, while 'SOB' represents the group's push into the international market. The 'SOB' music video drops October 30th, with 'X' following on the album's November 11th release date.
Four additional tracks round out the six-song EP: 'CHIC,' '2.0,' 'Who's Dat? (Jane Doe),' and an English version of 'X.'
Building on Success
CLOSE YOUR EYES has momentum on their side. Their July release 'Snowy Summer' earned three music show wins, proving the group's commercial appeal just months into their career.
The quick four-month turnaround between comebacks demonstrates their aggressive promotional strategy and confidence in maintaining fan engagement.
Release Details
'blackout' arrives November 11th at 6 PM KST on major streaming platforms. The comeback represents a bold creative shift for the group, who previously showcased literary and winter concepts with their first two releases.
With an internationally recognized producer and increasingly sophisticated production, CLOSE YOUR EYES is positioning itself as more than just another rookie act-they're aiming for global relevance.
