The finale, aired live on December 23 at 10 p.m., saw the 15 finalists face their ultimate challenge: a self-composed song mission. Performing three original tracks—’Fine’, ‘Satellite’, and ‘At Season’s End’—the participants showcased not just their musical skills but their creative identities in a high-stakes showdown for debut.
Ahead of the broadcast, previews hinted at the intense pressure, showing moments where contestants were overwhelmed with emotion. Their resolve was clear in statements such as, “This is my last chance,” and “I will definitely debut,” setting the stage for a dramatic conclusion.
The Winning Members of hrtz.wav
Through a comprehensive evaluation of creativity, teamwork, performance, and live stage presence, the following members were selected as the headline musicians for each position, completing the five-piece lineup:
Guitar: Keiten – Selected as the first member by the band maker, Keiten expressed, “This was the happiest time of my life. Through hrtz.wav, I want to change the world.”Keyboard: Yoon Young-jun – The second member chosen, Yoon Young-jun of WAYBETTER thanked his colleagues and family, stating, “I feel proud to have become a son they can be proud of.”Vocal: Riaan – Securing his spot with an impressive 405,643 points, Riaan gave a moving speech: “When I first started music, I used to fall asleep imagining a day like this… I want to ask my father if I did well today.”Drums: Hagiwa – The mysterious and eccentric drummer, known for his signature masked persona, brings a unique visual and rhythmic intensity to the group’s foundation.Bass: Dane – A bassist who adds depth and groove. His prior songwriting collaboration with fellow member Riaan, even before the show, promises a powerful and synergistic creative partnership within the band.
The program, planned by CJ ENM with music distribution and band management by Kakao Entertainment, aims to launch the “next-generation iconic band” to continue the global K-band boom. The three final mission songs will be released as audio tracks on December 24.
With the debut group hrtz.wav now finalized as a complete five-member unit, all eyes are on their future activities. The band combines top-tier technical skill, proven songwriting chemistry, and captivating stage personas, positioning them to make a dynamic entrance onto the global music stage. They carry forward the dreams and efforts of their intense journey on “STEAL HEART CLUB”.
