May kicked off with a fresh rush of spring—and a shocking wave of new tracks that flooded listeners’ playlists.
Boy groups NAZE and YUHZ announced their official debuts, CORTIS signaled a powerhouse comeback with their second mini album, BABYMONSTER proved their status as performance queens, and Billlie stoked anticipation by teasing their first full-length album.
◆ C9 Entertainment launches boy group NAZE on the 4th
Rookie boy group NAZE dropped their first mini album 'NAZE' and title track 'People Talk' on the 4th, officially stepping into the K-pop arena.
The debut release posted meaningful early results on overseas iTunes and domestic real-time charts. Mini 1st album 'NAZE' entered iTunes Top Albums in Denmark, Sweden, and Japan, while all four tracks—title track 'People Talk' plus B-sides 'Pretty Pink Socks,' 'Awesome,' and 'Seoul'—landed on Bugs’ real-time chart as of midnight on the 5th.
Mini 1st album 'NAZE' captures the present story of seven members gathered under the shared roof of Seoul, packing four tracks including the title song 'People Talk.' The title track is a dance-pop number driven by a cool vibe and bold confidence, delivering a message of choosing your own happiness no matter what people say, paired with a rhythmic beat and feel-good vocals.
◆ CORTIS’s 2nd mini album 'GREENGREEN' surges—growth flashing green
Also on the 4th, group CORTIS proved their monster-rookie power as second mini album 'GREENGREEN' delivered clear results.
Pre-release title track 'REDRED,' unveiled on April 20 ahead of the full comeback, climbed to No. 4 on Melon’s 'Top 100' at 11 p.m. on the 5th—the group’s best showing on the chart to date. The song also entered Billboard’s latest charts (dated May 9), debuting at No. 63 on 'Global 200' and No. 31 on 'Global Excl. U.S.,' drawing major attention.
CORTIS’s second mini album 'GREENGREEN' sheds boundaries and states the team’s direction. According to Hanteo Chart, it sold 1,196,961 copies on release day alone. While their first mini album took about three months to surpass one million in cumulative sales, the new record hit the milestone in a single day—proof of explosive growth.
◆ BABYMONSTER’s new 'CHOOM' MV turns heads—performance powerhouse status confirmed
BABYMONSTER made a flashy return on the 4th with third mini album 'CHOOM.' The title track’s music video shot straight to No. 1 on YouTube Worldwide Trending right after release, racking up 15 million views in just half a day to become 'the most-viewed video in 24 hours.'
Riding a fierce global upswing, BABYMONSTER dropped a performance video for title track 'CHOOM' on the 6th. The clip drew major fan buzz, perfectly showcasing the group’s upgraded, powerhouse performance skills.
'CHOOM' is a hip-hop dance track led by an addictive synth riff and heavy bass, now available across major music platforms.
◆ Billlie to release their first full-length album on the 6th—an ironclad sense of self
Billlie are back with their debut full-length album, channeling a more defined sense of self.
At 6 p.m. today (the 6th), the group will release first studio album 'the collective soul and unconscious: chapter two' via major music platforms.
Main title track 'ZAP' is about shutting out the noise and zeroing in on 'me'—a moment of clarity. True to the word’s 'lightning jolt' feel, the song layers a gritty, hard-hitting beat with the members’ daring vocals and distinctive rap, crafting a resilient, self-possessed identity in a captivating dark-fantasy mood. The album includes seven tracks spanning diverse genres, including the title song.
Billlie will also meet fans at a special busking event at 6:30 p.m. on the 7th at the Green Road Square in Mangwon Hangang Park, Mapo-gu, Seoul, where they will perform the new track live.
◆ Rookie YUHZ deliver youthful flutter with debut track 'Rush Rush'
Rookie group YUHZ arrive with debut single 'Rush Rush,' packed with youthful curiosity and butterflies.
YUHZ will drop their first single 'Orange Record' at 6 p.m. on the 7th via major online music platforms.
The title track 'Rush Rush' is a pop song with an energetic, rocking sound that captures the determination to charge ahead without hesitation—even if you’re still rough around the edges. Their refreshing melody and candid, daring charm add a unique pulse to YUHZ’s tone. The single features three tracks in total: the title song, 'Supalove,' and an instrumental version of 'Rush Rush.'
YUHZ are an eight-member boy group formed through SBS’s mega-scale global audition program Be My Boyz (B:MY BOYZ). The lineup includes Hyo, Lee Yeon-tae, Moon Jae-il, Kim Bo-hyun, Kai, Kang Jun-sung, Park Se-chan, and Haruto.