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  • Dreamcatcher’s UAU announces 1st mini album ‘Playlist #You Are You’

    Dreamcatcher’s UAU announces 1st mini album ‘Playlist #You Are You’

    UAU, the first official unit of Dreamcatcher, has announced the release of their 1st mini album, ‘Playlist #You Are You,’ scheduled to release on May 28, 2025. Comprised of members JiU, SuA, and Yoohyeon, UAU embarks on a new chapter, uniting the distinct talents of the seasoned Dreamcatcher members into a powerful new trio.

    UAU reveals detailed debut schedule

    According to the revealed schedule, pre-orders for ‘Playlist #You Are You’ will open on May 9. UAU has outlined an active promotional campaign that includes the sequential release of individual member teasers, group concept images, a tracklist, highlight medley, dance previews, and music video teasers leading up to the album’s launch.

    Fans have taken particular notice of the scheduler‘s vintage-inspired imagery, which hints at a nostalgic and emotive concept for the album. Notably, the schedule for May 21 features only question marks. This is sparking excitement and speculation among fans regarding a potential surprise reveal.

    Dreamcatcher’s first official unit

    UAU, short for “You Are You,” represents more than just a name. It encapsulates a philosophy of self-acceptance and authenticity, themes the unit aims to explore in their debut release. This project marks the first official unit within Dreamcatcher. Dreamcatcher debuted in 2017 and has since gained a strong international following for their unique rock meets K-pop sound.

    UAU’s 1st mini album ‘Playlist #You Are You’ out May 28

    UAU, Dreamcatcher’s first official sub-unit, is set to release their 1st mini album, ‘Playlist #You Are You,’ on May 28. Ahead of the release, fans can look forward to a series of teasers, including individual member images, group concept photos, tracklist, and music video previews.

  • NCT’s Chenle achieves chart success with Chinese special album ‘Lucid’

    NCT’s Chenle achieves chart success with Chinese special album ‘Lucid’

    Chenle of NCT has achieved a new milestone in his solo career, with his Chinese special album ‘Lucid’ quickly dominating major music charts upon release. This success highlights Chenle’s growing influence as a solo artist, particularly in the Chinese music scene.

    Chenle achieves solo success with ‘Lucid’

    According to data from QQ Music, one of China’s largest music platforms, ‘Lucid’ by Chenle topped the digital album sales charts as soon as pre-orders began on April 28. The momentum continued after the album’s official release on May 5, with ‘Lucid’ maintaining its No. 1 position. The album’s title track also climbed to the top of QQ Music’s Chinese music video chart.

    A special album reflecting Chenle’s musical growth

    The special album ‘Lucid’ consists of three Chinese-language tracks: the title track “Lucid,” a remake of the drama “Meet and Greet’s” original soundtrack “Tear Bridge,” and “Cosmic Joke (feat. Ju Bi-chang).” The album is a collaborative project with Tencent Entertainment.

    The title track “Lucid” portrays a poignant message about finding a moment of brilliance after enduring loneliness. A dramatic string melody and Chenle’s soaring high notes heighten the song’s emotional depth. Fans can experience the visual storytelling of “Lucid” through the official music video, available on NCT and NCT DREAM’s YouTube channels.

    Upcoming activities

    While Chenle’s solo project continues to gain momentum, his group NCT DREAM is also preparing for major activities. SM Entertainment confirmed that NCT DREAM will release a new album in July 2025. Additionally, the group is set to hold its fourth solo concert at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul from July 10 to 12.

    Fans of both Chenle’s solo music and NCT DREAM’s group activities have much to look forward to in the coming months.

  • i-dle unveils tracklist for 8th mini album ‘We are’ ahead of May 19 release

    i-dle unveils tracklist for 8th mini album ‘We are’ ahead of May 19 release

    i-dle has officially unveiled the tracklist for their highly anticipated 8th mini album, ‘We are’. The announcement was made through a dedicated comeback countdown page on Spotify, building excitement among global fans as the release date approaches.

    i-dle’s ‘We are’ tracklist

    On May 7, i-dle opened the countdown page for We are on Spotify, the world’s largest music streaming platform. The tracklist features six songs:

    1. Good Thing
    2. Girlfriend
    3. Love Tease
    4. Chain
    5. Unstoppable
    6. That’s Okay

    Fans can now pre-save the album and monitor the countdown leading up to its release, scheduled for May 19.

    Symbolic album artwork

    Along with the tracklist, i-dle also revealed the album cover art for ‘We are’. The design features five small stars forming a larger star against a clean white background. This visual metaphorically represents the five members of i-dle—each with distinct personalities—coming together to form a cohesive and powerful unit.

    Building anticipation through teasers

    In the weeks leading up to the tracklist reveal, i-dle steadily built momentum by releasing a series of concept photos, a cinematic trailer, and an album poster. According to CUBE ENTERTAINMENT, additional teaser content is planned in the days before the official release, maintaining a strong connection with their fanbase.

    Album countdown

    With the unveiling of the ‘We are’ tracklist, i-dle has officially started the countdown to their next musical chapter. Fans worldwide eagerly await the group’s return on May 19 via all major music streaming platforms.

    For more updates, fans can follow (G)I-DLE’s official channels and Spotify countdown page.

  • i-dle confirms comeback with special mini album and 8th mini album in May

    i-dle confirms comeback with special mini album and 8th mini album in May

    i-dle has officially confirmed their comeback with two new releases — a special mini album launched on May 2, 2025, and their 8th mini album set for release on May 19, 2025. The announcement came as the group celebrated their seventh anniversary with a symbolic change to their name.

    i-dle celebrates 7th anniversary with new name

    On May 2, i-dle, formerly known as (G)I-DLE, unveiled a major rebranding, removing the “G” and parentheses from their name to embrace a fresh identity. According to Cube Entertainment, this change represents “a new name, a new beginning,” honoring their journey while signaling growth beyond the limitations of their debut concept.

    All members renewed their contracts with Cube Entertainment in December 2024.

    Teaser video ‘for (G)’ sets the stage for comeback

    To accompany the announcement, i-dle released a cinematic teaser video titled ‘for (G)’ on May 2. In the emotional clip, the members are seen dancing and laughing while being drenched in wine among figures in black robes. They hold a symbolic farewell ceremony for “G,” representing their past identity. As the video closes, the burned-out remains of “G’s” coffin are shown, followed by a haunting line from their debut song “LATATA”: “Who’s scared of what?”

    The teaser concludes with references to their upcoming 8th mini album and highlights key dates — May 5, 6, 9, 14, 16, and 19. This has sparked fan curiosity about what new content they will unveil in the lead-up to the official comeback.

    Pre-orders for 8th mini album begin

    Following the teaser release, pre-orders for i-dle’s 8th mini album have opened. The album will be available in three distinct versions. Fans who pre-order the album or CD versions will also receive a bonus poster. Additionally, they have introduced a photocard album option without a CD, offering access to various digital content through QR codes.

    i-dle announces release dates for special mini album and 8th mini album

    i-dle’s special mini album will be released on May 2, marking the beginning of a transformative era, while their 8th mini album arrives on May 19. Fans can look forward to a new chapter filled with bold music, fresh concepts, and heartfelt performances.

  • (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle

    (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle

    On May 1, i-dle, the group formerly known as (G)I-DLE, announced a significant change to their official name, marking a fresh new era in their career. Celebrating their seventh debut anniversary, members Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua confirmed that they will now promote under the name i-dle, leaving behind the parentheses and the letter ‘G’ that had been part of their identity since debuting on May 2, 2018.

    A new name, a new direction for i-dle

    According to an official statement from Cube Entertainment, the group removed the ‘여자’ (meaning ‘female’ in Korean) and the ‘G’ from their name to signify that they are no longer defined by gender or other traditional labels. By eliminating the parentheses, a design element previously used to emphasize distinction, i-dle signals their intent to explore broader musical styles and concepts without limits.

    (G)I-DLE name change and new logo introduction

    In line with the (G)I-DLE name change, the group introduced a new logo and symbol featuring a stylized lowercase “i-dle” expanding into a circle, designed using the structural principles of points, lines, and planes.

    Notably, the new symbol brings together five lowercase “i”s forming a star, symbolizing the unique personalities of each member uniting as one powerful group. The fresh visual identity aims to capture both the individual charm and the collective synergy of i-dle.

    (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle
    (G)I-DLE announces official name change to i-dle
    Courtesy: CUBE ENTERTAINMENT

    A continued journey of global success

    This rebranding comes after a series of major achievements for the group. Last December, all five members renewed their contracts with Cube Entertainment.

    Since their debut with “LATATA,” i-dle has produced a string of hits including “Oh my god,” “DUMDi DUMDi,” “Hwa,” “TOMBOY,” and “Queencard.” In 2023, they topped domestic and international charts with “Super Lady,” from their second full-length album, ‘2’. They also gained renewed attention with the emotional track “I Hate Being Hurt (Fate).” They continued their momentum with “Klaxon,” the title track from their 7th mini album, ‘I SWAY.’

    The group also completed their third world tour, ‘2024 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR [iDOL],’ performing in 14 cities worldwide. Their accolades include winning the Grand Record Award at the 1st Korea Grand Music Awards (2024 KGMA) and the Record of the Year Award at the 2024 Melon Music Awards (2024 MMA).

  • EXO’s Baekhyun announces 2025 world tour ‘Reverie’

    EXO’s Baekhyun announces 2025 world tour ‘Reverie’

    Baekhyun of EXO is set to embark on his first solo world tour, titled ‘Reverie,’ starting June 7, 2025. The highly anticipated tour marks a major milestone in his career, drawing excitement from fans across the globe eager to witness his evolution as a solo performer.

    First solo world tour since debut

    The 2025 BAEKHYUN WORLD TOUR ‘Reverie’ will be Baekhyun’s first solo world tour since debuting as a member of EXO in 2012. The name ‘Reverie,’ which refers to a dreamlike state, reflects the singer’s desire to provide fans with an unforgettable and emotional experience.

    Baekhyun 2025 world tour to visit 29 cities across the globe

    According to INB100, the tour will visit 29 cities around the globe, including stops in South Korea, South America, North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia.

    The announcement comes roughly 11 months after Baekhyun wrapped up his successful ‘Lonsdaleite’ Asia tour in July 2024. That tour, which drew widespread acclaim, underscored his status as a performance craftsman in the K-pop world.

    Upcoming album ‘Essence of Reverie’ drops in May

    In addition to the tour, Baekhyun will release his fifth mini album ‘Essence of Reverie‘ on May 19, 2025. Fans expect the album to share thematic ties with the tour and deepen the narrative of ‘Reverie.

    Baekhyun also recently returned to the music scene with “Do What You Do,” a collaboration with American singer-songwriter UMI, released earlier this year.

    Fans can look forward to further updates regarding ticket sales, tour schedules, and official merchandise in the coming weeks.

  • Maroon 5 and BLACKPINK’s Lisa confirm release date for collaboration single “Priceless”

    Maroon 5 and BLACKPINK’s Lisa confirm release date for collaboration single “Priceless”

    Maroon 5 and Lisa of BLACKPINK are teaming up for a highly anticipated collaboration titled “Priceless,” set to release on May 2, 2025. Both the single and its accompanying music video will be available on the same day. Fans can now pre-save the track ahead of its global launch.

    “Priceless” out May 2

    “Priceless” will be Maroon 5’s first new release since their 2023 single “Middle Ground.” A short snippet of the upbeat track has already been shared, and it will officially be released on May 2, giving fans a glimpse of what to expect from this exciting collaboration.

    Lisa’s contribution adds another dynamic collaboration to Maroon 5’s history of working with influential female artists, including Christina Aguilera, Rihanna, Cardi B, and SZA.

    Speaking recently on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, lead singer Adam Levine confirmed that Maroon 5 expects their next studio album to arrive in summer 2025. He also announced that a new tour would be kicking off in the fall of 2025. The upcoming project will be the band’s first full album since they released ‘Jordi‘ in 2021.

    Lisa’s milestone moments leading up to “Priceless”

    Lisa’s participation in “Priceless” follows a milestone moment in her solo career. Earlier this month, she performed solo at Coachella on April 11 and 18. This marked her third appearance at the iconic music festival. BLACKPINK, the globally renowned K-pop group, first made history at Coachella in 2019 and later headlined the event in 2023.

    In addition to her music career, Lisa has also gained recognition for her role in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus.’

    Meanwhile, the countdown continues for the release of Maroon 5 and Lisa’s collaboration single “Priceless,” set to release on May 2.

  • EXO’s Baekhyun unveils scheduler for 5th mini album ‘Essence of Reverie’

    EXO’s Baekhyun unveils scheduler for 5th mini album ‘Essence of Reverie’

    Baekhyun of EXO has officially revealed the scheduler for his highly anticipated 5th mini album, ‘Essence of Reverie,’ building excitement among fans ahead of its release on May 19. The newly shared roadmap offers a detailed look at the upcoming promotional content.

    ‘Essence of Reverie’ scheduler

    According to the scheduler released via Baekhyun’s official channels, the promotional activities for ‘Essence of Reverie’ will begin with the release of eight concept photos, split between four “Essence” versions and four “Reverie” versions. Each version is expected to showcase different visual themes.

    In addition to the concept photos, Baekhyun plans to drop two concept films, representing both the Essence and Reverie versions. Fans anticipate these short films will deepen the storytelling behind the album‘s dual concepts.

    Fans can also look forward to the unveiling of the pillow-shaped doll “Kkuru Jam,” which first appeared in the coming soon teaser. The promotional rollout will reveal details about the doll, which has already sparked curiosity among Baekhyun’s fans.

    Further content includes a highlight medley, offering a first listen to the tracks from ‘Essence of Reverie,’ as well as a title track poster and a music video teaser. A section of the schedule, marked with question marks, hints at a surprise that he will disclose on May 15.

    Meanwhile, Baekhyun’s 5th mini album ‘Essence of Reverie’ will be available on various online music platforms starting May 19.

  • Stray Kids to release 3rd Japanese mini album ‘Hollow’ on June 18

    Stray Kids to release 3rd Japanese mini album ‘Hollow’ on June 18

    Stray Kids are set to make their return to the Japanese music scene with the release of the third Japanese mini album, ‘Hollow,’ on June 18, 2025. The announcement has stirred excitement among fans worldwide.

    Stray Kids ‘Hollow’ tracklist, self-produced songs, and production details

    On April 25, Stray Kids unveiled the full tracklist for ‘Hollow,’ confirming a total of six tracks. The mini album features the title track “Hollow,” alongside “Parade,” “Never Alone,” “just a little,” and “宿命”, as well as an instrumental version of “Hollow.”

    What makes this album particularly significant is that all the tracks are original Japanese compositions, marking the first time since their Japanese debut that Stray Kids have created a fully self-produced local album. Members Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han, who form the group’s renowned production unit 3RACHA, participated equally in the songwriting and production process.

    New group image amplifies anticipation

    Alongside the tracklist, Stray Kids also released new group jacket images. The photo features members Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N radiating charisma and intensity. The setting—characterized by vines, grass, scattered fragments, and chandeliers contrasted against warm lighting—evokes a sense of mystery.

    Stray Kids to release 3rd Japanese mini album 'Hollow' on June 18
    Stray Kids to release 3rd Japanese mini album 'Hollow' on June 18
    Courtesy: JYP Entertainment

    First Japanese mini album in three years

    ‘Hollow’ marks Stray Kids’ first Japanese mini album in approximately three years since the release of ‘CIRCUS’ in June 2022. It is also their first local release since celebrating the fifth anniversary of their official Japanese debut on March 18. Throughout their career in Japan, Stray Kids have consistently achieved remarkable success, topping charts like Oricon, Billboard Japan, and Tower Records.

    Upcoming stadium concerts in Japan

    Ahead of their comeback, Stray Kids will perform four solo concerts as part of their ongoing ‘Stray Kids World Tour’. The concerts are scheduled to take place at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa on May 10–11 and May 17–18. Following their previous dome concerts at Tokyo Dome and Kyocera Dome Osaka, which attracted approximately 315,000 attendees, these upcoming performances will mark Stray Kids’ first stadium concerts in Japan.

    As for the upcoming release, fans can look forward to Stray Kids’ Japan 3rd mini album ‘Hollow’ on June 18.

  • TWICE’s Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung to release OST for Netflix animated film ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters’

    TWICE’s Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung to release OST for Netflix animated film ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters’

    Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung of TWICE will team up for the OST of Netflix’s new animated film ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters,’ adding to the excitement ahead of its worldwide premiere.

    Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung join forces for ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters’ OST

    According to an official announcement from Netflix on April 24, Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung of TWICE have participated in singing an original song for ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters,’ a highly anticipated action musical animation. The song will be available on all major digital streaming platforms starting June 20, 2025.

    Sony Pictures Animation, known for acclaimed titles like ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,’ produces ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters,’ which Korean-American filmmaker Maggie Kang directs alongside Chris Appelhans, director of ‘Wish Dragon.’”

    Director and artists express excitement over collaboration

    Director Maggie Kang expressed her enthusiasm about working with the TWICE members, stating, “I’m thrilled to work with Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung of TWICE. Collaborating with them has been instrumental in making this film and music feel authentic to K-pop culture, and it truly represents our goal of bringing a real K-pop group to life.”

    Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung also shared their excitement, commenting, “It was exciting to connect with these courageous characters and music in this piece, and it felt especially special that the two creative worlds of K-pop and animation came together as one.”

    TWICE's Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung to release OST for Netflix animated film 'K-Pop: Demon Hunters'
    TWICE's Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung to release OST for Netflix animated film 'K-Pop: Demon Hunters'
    TWICE's Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung to release OST for Netflix animated film 'K-Pop: Demon Hunters'
    Courtesy: Netflix

    Meanwhile, the ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters’ OST, featuring TWICE’s Jeongyeon, Jihyo, and Chaeyoung, will be officially available for streaming starting June 20.