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🗓️ May 24, 2026, 8:00 PM UTC⏱️ 2 min read👀 10 views💬 0

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1Here’s all the news you might have missed over the past week:DEBUTS & COMEBACKS * Itzy switched up their sound and concept with “Motto.” * Taeyang made a comeb…
2Welcome to another edition of SB Week in Review.

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

DEBUTS & COMEBACKS

* Itzy × 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 switched up their sound and concept with “Motto.”
* Taeyang made a comeback with the synthpop track “Live Fast Die Slow.”
* NCT × 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 ’s Taeyong × Artist bio Taeyong Real name: Lee Tae-yongPosition: NCT 127 - Leader, Main Rapper, Main Dancer, Center, VisualNationality: South KoreaBirthday: 1995-07-01Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea Taeyong is a member of NCT. Tap again to view profile → Close returned with his first post-military comeback, “Wyld.”
* Xikers × xikers About group xikers xikers is a ten-member South Korean boy group under KQ Entertainment. Originally introduced as KQ Fellaz 2, the group officially debuted on March 30, 2023, with the mini album HOUSE OF TRICKY : Doorbell Ringing. The group consists of Minjae, Junmin, Sumin, Jinsik, Hyunwoo, Junghoon, Seeun, Yujun, Hunter, and Yechan. Known for their powerful performances, energetic choreography, and hip-hop influenced sound, xikers continues to establish itself as one of the leading fourth-generation K-pop boy groups. Tap again to view profile → Close alluded to iconic horror movies in “Okay.”
* I.O.I reunited after nine years with “Suddenly.”
* Bibi × Artist bio BIBI Real name: Kim Hyung-seoPosition: Soloist, Singer-Songwriter, Rapper, ActressNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 1998-09-27Birthplace: Ulsan, South Korea BIBI is a South Korean singer-songwriter, rapper, and actress known for her distinctive sound, candid songwriting, visual storytelling, and acting career. BIBI is known for a candid, expressive, unconventional, and creatively fearless public personality. She frequently uses humor and direct communication while exploring darker, more vulnerable, or provocative emotions through her music and visual storytelling. Tap again to view profile → Close dropped an MV for “Bumba,” a song she frequently performed live prior to this official release.
* Sanha made a solo comeback with “IDK Me.”
* Shownu x Hyungwon wondered “Do You Love Me?” In their latest comeback.
* Jay Park and Lngshot released multiple MVs, “Yeah! Yeah!” and “Moya.”
* Le Sserafim × About group LE SSERAFIM LE SSERAFIM is a five-member multinational girl group under SOURCE MUSIC, consisting of SAKURA, KIM CHAEWON, HUH YUNJIN, KAZUHA and HONG EUNCHAE. The group debuted on May 2, 2022. Their name is an anagram of "I'M FEARLESS" and represents moving forward fearlessly without being swayed by the expectations of the world. Tap again to view profile → Close sampled “Macarena” in their latest single “Boompala.”
* Chaewon × Artist bio Chaewon Real name: Kim Chae-wonPosition: Leader, Singer, PerformerNationality: South KoreanBirthday: 2000-08-01Birthplace: Seoul, South Korea KIM CHAEWON is a South Korean singer, performer, and leader of LE SSERAFIM. She previously promoted as a member of IZ*ONE. CHAEWON is known for combining a calm and responsible leadership style with a playful and energetic side. Tap again to view profile → Close will miss comeback promotions to recover from neck injury.

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TEASERS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

* And2ble will debut with Sequence 01: Curiosity on May 26.
* Alpha Drive One teased the MV for “OMG!”, also out on May 26.
* Xlov lived up to the name “Serve,” the title track from their May 27 comeback I, God.
* Idid will also drop the single album Fly on the same day.
* Aespa × aespa About group aespa aespa is a South Korean girl group formed by SM Entertainment, consisting of Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning. Since their debut in 2020, aespa has gained international recognition for their innovative concept that combines music, storytelling, and virtual avatars, creating a unique identity within the K-pop industry. Known for their powerful vocals, dynamic performances, and futuristic sound, the group has consistently topped charts and attracted a growing global fanbase. With hit songs such as “Black Mamba,” “Next Level,” “Savage,” “Spicy,” and “Supernova,” aespa has established itself as one of the leading fourth-generation K-pop groups. Their distinctive blend of pop, electronic, and experimental music, combined with strong visual concepts and world tours, continues to expand their influence and popularity among fans around the world. Tap again to view profile → Close will make it Lemonade with their second full album, out on May 29.
* Treasure will return with New Wav on June 1.
* Fifty Fifty will also come back with Imperfect-I’mperfect on June 1.
* Meovv teased a mysterious feline concept with Bite Now, also out on June 1.
* Shinee dropped concept photos for their June 1 comeback Atmos.
* Mamamoo × MAMAMOO About group MAMAMOO MAMAMOO is a South Korean girl group known for powerful vocals, stage presence, and genre-blending hits. Tap again to view profile → Close will make their long-awaited return on June 4 with 4Ward.
* Izna will Set the Tempo with their latest release, out on June 8.
* BoyNextDoor × About group BOYNEXTDOOR BOYNEXTDOOR is a six-member South Korean boy group under KOZ Entertainment. The group consists of SUNGHO, RIWOO, JAEHYUN, TAESAN, LEEHAN, and WOONHAK. They officially debuted on May 30, 2023. The group's name reflects the idea of approachable "boys next door," with music centered on relatable stories, everyday experiences, and the emotions of youth. Their official fandom name is ONEDOOR. Tap again to view profile → Close will also drop their first full album Home that day.
* Epex will make a comeback with Youth: Epilogue on June 9.
* Riize’s second EP II will come out on June 15.
* ONF will drop their second full album ONF: My Self on June 17.
* Ateez × 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 announced that another installment of their latest album series, Golden Hour Part 5, is scheduled for a June 26 release.

OTHER NEWS

* Allday Project’s Annie graduated from Columbia University.
* CLC’s Kwon Eunbin departed from Cube Entertainment and will reportedly retire from the entertainment industry.
* Hyunjin has left Latency due to health issues.

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⭐xikers

xikers is a ten-member South Korean boy group under KQ Entertainment. Originally introduced as KQ Fellaz 2, the group officially debuted on March 30, 2023, with the mini album HOUSE OF TRICKY : Doorbell Ringing. The group consists of Minjae, Junmin, Sumin, Jinsik, Hyunwoo, Junghoon, Seeun, Yujun, Hunter, and Yechan. Known for their powerful performances, energetic choreography, and hip-hop influenced sound, xikers continues to establish itself as one of the leading fourth-generation K-pop boy groups.

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