Week in Review, 10/19 to 10/25

Welcome to another edition of SB Week in Review. Here’s all the news you might have missed over the past week:

DEBUTS & COMEBACKS

* Ive × About group IVE IVE is a six-member girl group recognized for chic visuals, confident concepts, and strong chart performance. Tap again to view profile → Close released the superhero-themed “Looks Can Kill” ahead of the album of the same name, which drops on October 26.
* JxJ (Seventeen × About group SEVENTEEN SEVENTEEN is a self-producing boy group with 13 members, divided into the 3 main sub-units, hip-hop, vocal, and performance, to form 1 team. They are known for intricate choreography, impressive synchronisation and sophisticated song writing. Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Jeonghan × Artist bio Jeonghan Real name: Yoon Jeong-hanPosition: Lead VocalistNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1995-10-04Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea Lead vocalist of SEVENTEEN. Jeonghan is clever, calm, and playful. He teases his fellow SEVENTEEN members often. Tap again to view profile → Close x Joshua × Artist bio Joshua Real name: Hong Ji-sooPosition: Lead VocalistNationality: Korean-AmericanBirthday: 1995-12-30Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, USA Lead vocalist of SEVENTEEN. Joshua is gentle, polite, and considerate. His calm demeanour and soft-spoken charm, lead to many being unaware of his more chaotic side. Tap again to view profile → Close ) debuted as a subunit with the funky “12 O’Clock.”
* Max Changmin also transformed into a hero in “All of My Life.”
* Nmixx × About group NMIXX NMIXX is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. The group consists of Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin and debuted in 2022. Tap again to view profile → Close celebrated a “Birthday Wish” in their new title track.
* NCT × About group NCT NCT is a South Korean boy group formed by SM Entertainment with a unique multi-unit concept. There are 6 units within NCT; NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NCT WISH, WayV, NCT U, NCT DOJAEJUNG. Tap again to view profile → Close Dream dropped the nostalgic ballad “The Sun” in advance of their November 9 EP Dream After Dream.
* Evnne × About group EVNNE EVNNE (이븐), short for Evening's Newest Etoiles, is a five-member South Korean boy group under Jellyfish Entertainment. The current lineup consists of KEITA, PARK HANBIN, LEE JEONGHYEON, MUN JUNGHYUN, and PARK JIHOO. The group originally debuted on September 19, 2023 with the mini album Target: ME after its members competed on BOYS PLANET. In 2026, EVNNE transitioned from its original seven-member project lineup into a permanent five-member group. Tap again to view profile → Close asserted, “Look at Ma” with their latest comeback.
* Onew followed up his collaborations with Yuju and Zico with title track “Illusion.”
* Woodz × Artist bio WOODZ Real name: Cho Seung-younPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, Rapper, ProducerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1996-08-05Birthplace: South Korea WOODZ is a South Korean singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer known for his versatility across pop, R&B, hip-hop, rock, and alternative music. WOODZ has described himself as emotionally sensitive and as someone whose feelings can move back and forth quickly. Over time, he has spoken about learning to accept stress, become more balanced, and avoid defining himself too rigidly. He values emotional exchange and frequently channels changing emotions into his music. Tap again to view profile → Close invited listeners to “Come Into My World!” with country and metal influences.
* Crush and IU × Artist bio IU Real name: Lee Ji-eunPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, ActressNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1993-05-16Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea IU is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actress known for her distinctive vocals, songwriting, and extensive career in music and acting. IU is known for a thoughtful and introspective public persona and for taking an active role in the creative direction of her music. Tap again to view profile → Close partnered up for “Seesaw.”
* Lngshot continued to hone their smooth R&B sound in “Masterpiece.”
* Ateez × About group ATEEZ ATEEZ is an eight-member K-pop boy group known for powerful performances, intense choreography, and a strong global fanbase. Since debuting in 2018, they have built a reputation for cinematic concepts and commanding stage presence. Tap again to view profile → Close boasted about their “Drip” in the pre-release single to their November 13 EP Golden Hour: Part 6.
* Babymonster × About group BABYMONSTER BABYMONSTER is a multinational girl group under YG Entertainment. They debuted as a full ensemble on April 1, 2024. Tap again to view profile → Close showed off their vocals in “Deserve.”

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TEASERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

* Illit previewed “You’re Under Arrest” from their October 26 release Break Even.
* Riize will also come back on October 26 with “Insomnia.”
* And2ble dropped a highlight medley for Sequence 02: Attraction, out on October 27.
* Yves × Artist bio Yves Real name: Ha Soo-youngPosition: Soloist, Singer-SongwriterNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1997-05-24 Yves is a South Korean singer-songwriter and member of LOONA who launched her solo career with PAIX PER MIL in 2024. Yves presents a thoughtful, artistic, and introspective personality. Her solo work has emphasized personal identity, independence, growth, and discovering how she wants to express herself outside the expectations previously placed on her. Tap again to view profile → Close teased an MV for “Hysteric”, coming out on October 27 ahead of the November 20 release of Cute and Anxiety.
* JustB promised a return to 2nd gen sounds with K-pop, out on October 28.
* Xlov teased sumptuous but mysterious visuals for “Hush,” out on October 28 along with their EP i=!.
* Jisoo will drop a digital single called “Addicted” on October 30.
* TWS will return with a single album To Us on November 2.
* Rescene × About group RESCENE RESCENE (리센느) is a five-member girl group under THE MUZE Entertainment consisting of WONI, LIV, MINAMI, MAY, and ZENA. The group debuted on March 26, 2024 with their first single album Re:Scene. Tap again to view profile → Close revealed the tracklist for Pulse, on November 3.
* Zerobaseone × About group ZEROBASEONE ZEROBASEONE (ZB1) is a 5-member K-pop boy group formed through Boys Planet I. Debuted on 2023-07-10 under WAKEONE. Tap again to view profile → Close EMP, a subunit with Seok Matthew × Artist bio Seok Matthew Real name: Seok Woo HyunPosition: Vocalist, Rapper, DancerNationality: CanadianBirthday: 2002-05-28 Member of ZEROBASEONE (ZB1). Tap again to view profile → Close and Park Gunwook × Artist bio Park Gunwook Position: Rapper, Vocalist, Dancer, MaknaeNationality: KoreanBirthday: 2005-01-10 Member of ZEROBASEONE (ZB1). Tap again to view profile → Close , will release a collaboration with Dynamicduo called “Run” on November 4.
* Heart of Woman will follow up their debut with Eternal Fade on November 5.
* Following some delays, Unchild announced a November 5 release for the digital single “Ting Ting.”
* P1Harmony × About group P1Harmony P1Harmony is a six-member South Korean boy group formed by FNC Entertainment. The group consists of Keeho, Theo, Jiung, Intak, Soul, and Jongseob. They officially debuted on October 28, 2020, with the mini album DISHARMONY : STAND OUT. P1Harmony is recognized for its energetic performances, strong rap and vocal line, distinctive musical identity, and themes centered on individuality, confidence, unity, and personal growth. Tap again to view profile → Close donned animal mascot suits in campy concept photos for Blow Up, out on November 6.
* Itzy × About group ITZY ITZY is a South Korean girl group under JYP Entertainment. They debuted on February 12, 2019. Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Chaeryeong × Artist bio Chaeryeong Real name: Lee Chae-ryeongPosition: Main Dancer, Sub-Vocalist, Sub-RapperNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2001-06-05 ITZY member under JYP Entertainment. Quietly funny and a little dreamy (can zone out), with a comfy, minimal vibe. Known for being easily startled but very determined once focused. Tap again to view profile → Close will debut as a soloist on November 9 with Lovesick.
* TXT announced that a Perfect Storm is coming on November 16.
* Nayeon × Artist bio Nayeon Real name: Im Na-yeonPosition: Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer, CenterNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1995-09-22Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea Lead vocalist, center and oldest member of TWICE. Nayeon is bright, confident, and playful, often seen as a mood maker with strong stage presence and natural variety charm. Tap again to view profile → Close promises to get “NA-sty” with her new single, out on November 20.

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OTHER NEWS

* Jihyo × Artist bio Jihyo Real name: Park Ji-hyoPosition: Leader, Main VocalistNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1997-02-01Birthplace: Guri, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea Leader and main vocalist of TWICE. Jihyo is a responsible, hard working leader and main vocalist, balancing a warm, friendly personality with steady leadership. Tap again to view profile → Close departed from JYP Entertainment to launch her own company, Emithaus. Her statement reassured fans that she remains committed to Twice × About group TWICE TWICE is a nine-member girl group famous for bright concepts, addictive choruses, and a huge discography of K-pop hits. Tap again to view profile → Close .
* YH announced the conclusion of Tempest’s group activities. Hanbin, Hyeongseop, Eunchan, and Taerae remain with the agency, while Lew will conclude his contract on November 1. Hyuk will enlist in the military on October 26.
* Loveone also will disband on November 7.
* Latency announced a new member and vocalist, Yujin × Artist bio Yujin Real name: An Yu-jinPosition: Leader, Vocalist, CenterNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2003-09-01Birthplace: Daejeon, South Korea Leader of IVE. She speaks Korean, Basic Japanese, and Basic English. Yujin is a confident, responsible leader and center, balancing a professional idol image with a playful, down-to-earth personality. Tap again to view profile → Close .
* Alpha Drive One × About group ALPHA DRIVE ONE ALPHA DRIVE ONE (알파드라이브원), also known as ALD1, is an eight-member boy group under WAKEONE. The group consists of LEO, JUNSEO, ARNO, GEONWOO, SANGWON, XINLONG, ANXIN, and SANGHYEON. Formed through BOYS II PLANET, ALPHA DRIVE ONE officially debuted on January 12, 2026 with the mini album EUPHORIA. The group name represents the goal of becoming the best (ALPHA), the passion and momentum to move forward (DRIVE), and unity as one team (ONE). Tap again to view profile → Close ’s Geonwoo × Artist bio GEONWOO Real name: Kim Geon-wooPosition: Vocalist, Dancer, PerformerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2003-04-11Birthplace: Jeonju, South Korea GEONWOO is a vocalist and performer of ALPHA DRIVE ONE known for his dance ability and soft vocal tone. Energetic, determined, and performance-focused, with strong interest in both vocals and dance. Tap again to view profile → Close filed a lawsuit against WakeOne, seeking confirmation of his status in the group following six months of hiatus. WakeOne briefly commented to the press that they could not provide specific details on the matter.

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