Shocking comeback rush: mid-May is heating up as NMIXX lock in another viral hit with 'Heavy Serenade', ATEEZ's Mingi unveils his self-produced 'FIX OFF Desire Project: ORIGIN', 'Boys Planet' standouts Choi Rip-woo and Kang Woo-jin debut as the duo FLARE U, GOT7's Jinyoung makes a long-awaited return with 'Said & Done', and legendary vocal group SeeYa reunite 15 years after disbandment.
First up, NMIXX continue their momentum from their previous release with another smash in 'Heavy Serenade', while ATEEZ member Mingi drops his original-song project. Adding to the excitement, the duo FLARE U, formed by Choi Rip-woo and Kang Woo-jin, release their first mini album, and GOT7's Jinyoung signals a full return to his main career with a solo comeback. Plus, SeeYa mark their 20th debut anniversary with a headline-making reunion 15 years after disbandment.
◆ NMIXX nail back-to-back hits with 'Blue Valentine' → 'Heavy Serenade'
NMIXX dropped their 5th mini album 'Heavy Serenade' on the 11th, marking a high-profile comeback. The release is generating major buzz, following the success of their previous record 'Blue Valentine'.
The title track 'Heavy Serenade' entered Melon Top 100 at No. 60 on release day and climbed to No. 16 by the 12th. The album also hit No. 1 on the Circle Chart Retail Album Chart and Hanteo's real-time chart, and topped international iTunes charts in Thailand, Vietnam, and more.
The new record features six tracks, including the title song. Penned by singer-songwriter Hanrorro, the title expresses deep, engulfing love through the members' vocals.
◆ ATEEZ's Mingi unveils self-produced 'ORIGIN' project
On the same day, ATEEZ member Mingi released 'FIX OFF Desire Project: ORIGIN'.
This content series compiles songs Mingi worked on himself, showcasing his full range as a singer-songwriter and producer. He kicked it off in 2024 with his self-composed track 'Tunnel'. 'ORIGIN' includes seven tracks total, combining previously released songs with brand-new titles.
Notably, Dynamicduo's Gaeko, rapper ROYAL44, and TOUCHED vocalist Yoon Min lend their talents as featuring artists across genres.
◆ 'Boys Planet' duo Choi Rip-woo and Kang Woo-jin debut — FLARE U arrive on May 13
Choi Rip-woo and Kang Woo-jin, who rose to fame on Mnet's survival audition program Boys Planet, are stepping into the scene as the male duo FLARE U.
FLARE U will release their debut album 'YOUTH ERROR' today (13th) at 6 p.m. KST across major music platforms.
The pair drew attention during Boys Planet for their standout teamwork and chemistry. Their first album is set to showcase FLARE U's youthful energy and performance identity in full.
◆ GOT7's Jinyoung makes solo comeback — full return to music
GOT7 member and actor Park Jinyoung returns to his main stage, releasing his second mini album 'Said & Done'.
This marks his first solo release in about three years since his January 2023 debut solo mini album 'Chapter 0: WITH'. The six-track 'Said & Done' boosts its polish with collaborations from DAY6's Wonpil, singer-songwriter Choi Yuri, and producer GUREUM.
Known for his singular charm since his GOT7 days, Park is also actively acting in tvN's drama Our Unwritten Seoul and JTBC's The Shining.
Park Jinyoung's second mini album 'Said & Done' drops today at 6 p.m. KST on major streaming platforms.
◆ SeeYa release 'First, Again' — 15 years after disbandment
Vocal trio SeeYa are dropping a new album 15 years after disbanding.
They will release their 3rd full-length album 'First, Again' at 6 p.m. KST on the 14th.
The album includes the title track 'Stay', along with 'Seasons Come Full Circle', 'Like Spring, You', 'I Believe', 'Nevertheless, We', 'Don't', 'Afterglow', and 'The Thing That Never Breaks'.
SeeYa debuted in 2006 and swept rookie awards at major Korean music ceremonies, proving their explosive popularity, but disbanded in 2011 after five years. Marking their 20th debut anniversary this year, they announced a reunion that instantly drew massive attention.