Amidst the internal conflict at HYBE, several artists are gearing up for highly anticipated comebacks and debuts, showcasing their resilience and commitment to their music careers.
Zico, under HYBE’s label KOZ Entertainment, is making his return as a singer with the digital single “SPOT!” featuring BLACKPINK’s Jennie. This collaboration promises a unique blend of Zico’s rhythmic rap style and Jennie’s mesmerising vocals. The teaser for “SPOT!” already gained traction on YouTube, topping the Korean Trending Chart.
SEVENTEEN is set to release their best album “17 IS RIGHT HERE” on April 29th, compiling 20 title tracks from Korean and Japanese albums. Their title track “MAESTRO” will be accompanied by unit songs like “LALALI”, “Spell”, and “Cheers to Youth”, each with its music video. SEVENTEEN will kick off their comeback with a concert, “SEVENTEEN TOUR ‘FOLLOW’ AGAIN TO SEOUL”, on April 27th and 28th.
Meanwhile, NewJeans is making a splash with a double single comeback titled “How Sweet” on May 24th, featuring tracks like “Bubble Gum” and instrumental versions. This marks their return to the Korean music scene after 9 months.
Additionally, NewJeans will debut in Japan on June 21st with a double single and hold a fan meeting at Tokyo Dome on June 26th and 27th.
Despite the ongoing dispute between HYBE and Min Hee-jin, these artists are pushing forward with their music activities, demonstrating their dedication and passion for their craft. Fans can anticipate exciting performances and new music releases from Zico, SEVENTEEN, and NewJeans in the coming months.
