Week in Review, 10/5 to 10/11

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

HEADLINES

* JYP Entertainment founder and co-chair of the Presidential Committee on Popular Culture Exchange J.Y. Park testified at a parliamentary audit over the trademark registration and organization of “Fanomenon,” a Coachella-style music festival planned for South Korea next year.

DEBUTS & COMEBACKS

* Yesung sorted through the pieces of a broken relationship in “Pedazos.”
* KickFlip pushed ahead fearlessly in “Kick Off the Wall.”
* Onew and Zico teamed up for “Tic Tac Toe.”
* Young Posse tried throwback hip-hop in “Go.”
* Love lingered for N.Flying in “Still.”
* Evan × Artist bio EVAN Real name: Lee Hee-seungPosition: Soloist, Singer-SongwriterNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2001-10-15 EVAN is a South Korean solo singer-songwriter formerly known as Heeseung of ENHYPEN. EVAN is known publicly for a thoughtful, music-focused personality and a strong interest in vocals and performance. His artistic identity places emphasis on musical growth and developing his own voice as an individual performer. Tap again to view profile → Close shared a performance video for “Twilight.”
* Hwang Minhyun returned with “Our.”

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TEASERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

* Xdinary Heroes will make their first return as five with “Obsessed With Youth,” out on October 12.
* 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 Wish will go 8bit for “I Spy” on October 12.
* Modyssey × About group MODYSSEY MODYSSEY is a seven-member global project boy group under ONECEAD Entertainment. The group consists of Yichen, Hengyu, Rowan, LynnLynn, Li Zihao, Suren, and Fan Zheyi. The group was formed through Mnet's PLANET C: HOME RACE and officially debuted on April 13, 2026, with the single album Got Hooked: An Addictive Symphony. The name MODYSSEY combines the idea of music, movement, and momentum with an odyssey, representing a shared journey of growth through music. Their official fandom name is MODU. Tap again to view profile → Close will ask “Can You Hear That,” also on the 12th.
* Sung Hanbin will push through the fire for his solo debut with “Undead” on the same day.
* Teen Top won’t give up in “Don’t Stop,” set for release on October 15.
* 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 latest unit 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 began sampling tracks off Dreamscape, to be released October 19.
* 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 will transform into super heroes for the pre-release “Girl Hero” on October 19.
* The mini album Looks Can Kill will be out October 26.
* 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 shared an acapella highlight medley of their October 19 mini, Strange Wish.
* 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 announced the single “Come Into My World” will be out on October 20.
* Illit will return with Breakeven October 26.
* Xlov also released the highlight medley for their October 28 mini, i=!.
* Lngshot will be back on November 10 with “S.W.I.S.H.“
* 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 put out the schedule for their November 13 comeback with Golden Hour: Part.6.

OTHER NEWS

* Viviz signed a contract with agency Uncore. Negotiations are still ongoing for the group to retain its name.

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