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Photo Credits: BigHit Entertainment HYBE Entertainment After a nearly three-year hiatus due to mandatory military service, BTS—the world’s most influential K-pop act—is officially gearing up for a dramatic return to the stage in spring 2026. Sources close to BigHit Music and several industry reports suggest the group is set to release a long-awaited new album and embark on what’s anticipated to be their most extensive world tour yet, with plans reportedly including around 65 global concerts. Though dates and venues remain unconfirmed, early leaks point toward a North America-heavy schedule, possibly featuring over 30 cities, including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Toronto, and Vancouver.

2025 was a landmark year for K-pop soloists, with several established group members stepping out as solo artists and making a powerful impact on both domestic and global music scenes. These artists not only broke records but also set new standards for creativity, artistry, and fan engagement. Here are the most influential solo debuts of the year, each with their own unique story and contribution. Jennie (BLACKPINK) “Jennie’s debut solo album became a global phenomenon, topping charts from Korea to the US and Europe.” Billboard Jennie’s debut solo album in 2025 was nothing short of a global phenomenon. Already a

Photo Credits: SM Entertainment Yuta’s Moment of Metamorphosis In PERSONA, Yuta steps out from NCT’s synchronized world into his own cinematic narrative. The first full solo album captures not just a vocalist but a visionary — a performer confronting multiplicity, fame, and the masks we all wear. With teaser visuals from the Limited Edition: Venom Version, Yuta exposes both danger and desire in a concept that merges high fashion, vulnerability, and rebellion. “This isn’t a debut — it’s an unveiling.” The Creative Pulse: Venom as Vision Styled in black chrome and serpentine motifs, the “Venom” edition is a calculated tension between power

Photo Credits: ATRP Chuu’s upcoming 1st Full Album “XO, My Cyberlove” is not merely a musical comeback—it’s a full-fledged artistic statement. The recently unveiled Teaser Image – CYBERLOVE ARCHIVES #3 immerses fans in a futuristic dreamscape where human sentiment meets hyperreal design, positioning Chuu as both muse and storyteller of the digital age. Shot through the lens of cyber-fantasy, the teaser reveals Chuu suspended between reality and simulation—her gaze charged with nostalgia wrapped in neon melancholy. Metallic textures, holographic tones, and pixel-corrupted motifs compose a universe where love, memory, and technology blur into a surreal co-existence. It’s a visual narrative that mirrors the album’s

Photo Credits: MPMG In 2026, Seoul’s indie music scene is gearing up for a fresh surge of new talent as MPMG WEEK launches its latest audition project, “New Wave in BLUE OCEAN.” The annual showcase, run by respected independent label collective MPMG MUSIC, is opening its doors to undiscovered artists who want to break into Korea’s thriving live and recording circuit. With its playful, bedroom-studio artwork and the promise of a “blue ocean” of new sounds, the audition is positioning itself as a gateway for musicians who feel ready to take their songs from small rooms to big stages. This

Photo Credits: Billboard UNCORE Close Your Eyes has made a striking impact on the global K-pop scene, recently being honored by Billboard as the K-Pop Rookie of the Month for December 2025. The seven-member group, formed through the survival show “Project 7,” has rapidly developed a reputation for musical versatility and bold visual concepts, capturing both critical acclaim and a passionate fanbase in just their debut year.​ Billboard’s Recognition Billboard’s Rookie of the Month award highlights emerging acts that demonstrate exceptional promise and originality. Close Your Eyes earned this accolade thanks to their dynamic third EP, “blackout,” which marked a

Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment MONSTA X’s Joohoney Ignites 2026 with His Second Solo Era After months of quiet anticipation, MONSTA X’s Joohoney is officially gearing up for a January 2026 solo comeback—his first since 2023’s [LIGHTS] and a defining next chapter in his artistry. His 2nd mini album, ‘光 (INSANITY),’ promises a fusion of raw energy, lyrical depth, and cinematic sonic design that reflects Joohoney’s creative duality—light and chaos as one. Pull-quote: “‘光 (INSANITY)’ is Joohoney’s artistic evolution in motion—where wildness meets revelation.” Concept Spoiler: The Chaos of Light Teaser visuals released through Starship Entertainment tease a highly conceptual arc: fractured mirrors, urban noir palettes, and motifs of divine illumination

Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Stray Kids is set to take their explosive stage presence to a new level with the global release of their concert movie, offering fans an immersive experience that captures the group’s magnetic energy and undeniable talent. This cinematic event brings the electrifying atmosphere of a Stray Kids live show to audiences around the world, allowing STAYs everywhere to feel as if they’re right there in the front row. The film is a celebration of the group’s journey, showcasing the eight members—Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N—as they command the stage with