NMIXX debuted on the U.S. Mediabase Top 40 Radio Chart for the first time with “Blue Valentine,” which entered at No. 38 for the week ending January 24, 2026. The song was previously named No. 1 K-Pop Song of 2025 by Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter, and its U.S. radio growth marks a key milestone in NMIXX’s North American expansion.
NMIXX “Blue Valentine” Debuts on the U.S. Mediabase Top 40 Chart
After entering Billboard 200, NMIXX have achieved a major milestone in the United States. NMIXX debuted billboardat No. 38 on the Mediabase Top 40 Radio Chart (week ending January 24, 2026) with their single “Blue Valentine.”
According to Mediabase airplay data, this marks the group’s first-ever entry on U.S. Top 40 mainstream radio, signaling a new level of penetration into the American music market.
What chart did “Blue Valentine” enter, and when?
- Chart: Mediabase Top 40 Radio Chart (U.S.)
- Debut position: No. 38
- Chart week: Ending January 24, 2026
- Confirmation source: Mediabase (radio airplay tracking)
This entry reflects increasing spins across major U.S. Top 40 radio stations, based on monitored airplay and audience impressions.
Why did “Blue Valentine” chart on U.S. radio?
According to Mediabase tracking and industry reporting:
- The song recorded steady growth in Top 40 radio airplay
- Stations cited listener engagement and callout response
- Program directors expanded rotation following sustained performance
The Mediabase debut signals that NMIXX’s global streaming success translated into measurable U.S. radio traction, a key benchmark for mainstream market penetration.
Moreover, the Mediabase debut follows a year of sustained global recognition for NMIXX and “Blue Valentine.” In 2025, the track was named No. 1 K-Pop Song of the Year by both Billboard and The Hollywood Reporter. This rare distinction bridges music industry authority and broader entertainment media. This cross-publication recognition positioned the song among the most critically acclaimed K-pop releases of the year.
Why This Matters for NMIXX U.S. Expansion?
NMIXX are widely recognized for their powerful live vocals, genre-blending production, and high technical performance standards. Despite their global popularity, U.S. Top 40 radio exposure remains a structural barrier for most K-pop groups.
Entering the Mediabase Top 40 signals acceptance by U.S. radio programmers, extends visibility beyond fandom-driven platforms, and provides access to casual and non-K-pop listeners. This milestone places NMIXX among a select group of K-pop acts to achieve mainstream U.S. radio charting, moving beyond digital streaming or sales-based success into tangible radio presence.
NMIXX to Launch North America Tour in 2026
This momentum is set to continue as NMIXX prepare for their upcoming North America tour, with scheduled stops in Toronto, New York, Oakland, and Los Angeles. The timing aligns with the song’s ongoing radio presence, reinforcing promotional efforts as the group expands its on-the-ground footprint in the region.
With a U.S. Top 40 radio debut, year-end critical recognition, and a North American tour on the horizon, the “Blue Valentine” era marks a defining phase in NMIXX’s evolution. The group is no longer only achieving global fandom success but is increasingly converting that momentum into sustained visibility within the Western mainstream music ecosystem.
NMIXX 1ST WORLD TOUR <EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER> TOUR DATES:
- Tue, Mar 17 — Madrid, ES — Palacio Vistalegre
- Fri ,Mar 20 — Amsterdam, NL — AFAS Live
- Sun ,Mar 22 — Paris, FR — Salle Pleyel
- Tue, Mar 24 — Frankfurt, DE — myticket Jahrhunderthalle
- Thu, Mar 26 — London, UK — Eventim Apollo
- Sun, Mar 29 — Toronto, ON — Great Canadian Toronto
- Tue, Mar 31 — Brooklyn, NY — Brooklyn Paramount
- Thu, Apr 2 — National Harbor, MD — The Theater at MGM National Harbor
- Sat, Apr 4 — Irving, TX — The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
- Tue, Apr 7 — Oakland, CA — Paramount Theatre
- Thu, Apr 9 — Los Angeles, CA — YouTube Theater
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