&Audition – The Howling – is a Japanese and South Korean reality competition program that follows the formation and debut of the first boy group under HYBE Labels Japan.

[2] &Audition – The Howling – A 60-minute, uncut version of the show where 15 trainees move forward together towards their dreams; a documentary-style program where various performances and stories unfold as they aim for debut.

[9] On the same day, an official Twitter account under the name "&AUDITION Boys" was launched for the four confirmed group members.

[11] On November 4, Hybe Labels Japan shared that the "&Audition" program would begin airing in 2022.

[12] On January 18, 2022, Hybe Labels Japan announced the opening of YouTube channel "&Audition Boys",[13] and various videos and vlogs were uploaded.

On March 9, the program was revealed to be titled &Audition – The Howling, and broadcast would start in July 2022 as the first phase of the Global Debut Project.

[14] On May 30, the program's official website and social media accounts were opened, as well as the details of its broadcast date.

They are tasked with creating original choreography, interpreting the songs in their own styles, and contributing to the design of their stage outfits.