9 member idol group ZE:A climbed to the top of music charts for the first time since debuting nearly 3 years ago.

Kwanghee, Kevin, Siwan, Junyoung, Taeheon, Heechul, Minwoo, Hyunsik, and Dongjun released their new single "Phoenix" on August 27th. Within 4 hours, the song quickly climbed to the #1 spot and still maintains a high rank on the major Korean music site, Bugs Music.

The boys debuted in January of 2010 and made themselves further known as the members each took up individual activities and promotions, including variety programs and drama appearances. ZE:A also boasts high popularity in the rest of Asia, but this is the first time their song has ranked #1 on online music charts, and this accomplishment has brought great joy to the group.

Their agency Star Empire had written via ZE:A's official Twitter page, "ZE:A's "Phoenix" has ranked #1 on Bugs' real time chart! The ZE:A members who were really excited wanted to convey their grateful hearts to all of you ZE:A's."

"Phoenix" is a song which members Dongjun, Junyoung, and Minwoo have participated in penning the lyrics for, and it is a French-pop style track that consists of synth sounds, and acoustic guitar.

Dongjun remarked, "I am more attached to this song because the members and I wrote the lyrics for it, and now that we ranked #1, it is much more loveable. We will more thoroughly prepare for our stage, so please look forward to it!"

In related news, ZE:A will be putting on their first "Phoenix" performance on Mnet's 'M! Countdown' on August 30th.

Source & Image : StarNews via Nate