The fourth week of March is in full bloom — and so are the releases. ITZY’s maknae Yuna stepped out as the team’s second soloist after Yeji, while VERIVERY’s Kangmin launched his solo career seven years after debut, both delivering standout presence that’s cranking up fans’ anticipation.
On top of that, virtual group OWIS made their debut, Babt DONT Cry teased a quirky, refreshing comeback, and Stray Kids are tugging heartstrings with a special song for fans.
◆ The maknae goes solo… ITZY’s Yuna drops ‘Ice Cream’
ITZY’s Yuna released her solo album ‘Ice Cream’ on the 23rd, becoming the group’s second soloist after Yeji.
The title track ‘Ice Cream’ is a bubbly, addictive bubblegum-pop song, and the MV instantly turned heads with visuals that flip between warm and cool-girl vibes.
K-netizens reacted, “Her visuals are insanely powerful,” “She’s so pretty I can’t even hear the song,” “Her spring styling is perfection,” and “As expected of Jang-Ka-Seol-Yu (Jang Wonyoung, Karina, Sullyoon, Yuna).”
◆ Lee Hae-in’s virtual group OWIS makes debut with ‘MUSEUM’
The virtual group OWIS from the new entertainment label ama, founded by creative director Lee Hae-in, also debuted on the same day as Yuna.
At 6 p.m. KST, OWIS released their first mini-album ‘MUSEUM’ across major streaming platforms. Title track ‘MUSEUM’ is a mid-tempo song highlighted by gentle guitar riffs. Member Summer took part in the lyrics, poetically tracing a journey of finding one’s own light in a world that unfolds while you sleep. The album packs eight tracks in total, including a variety of b-sides.
Back in 2016, Lee Hae-in appeared on Mnet’s survival program Produce 101, gaining public recognition.
◆ Psy’s girl group Babt DONT Cry returns with their first mini-album
P NATION’s first girl group, Babt DONT Cry, came back on the 24th with their first mini-album ‘AFTER CRY.’
At their release showcase held at Seoul’s Blue Square, the members kicked off promotions with the title track ‘Bittersweet.’ The song is a collaboration between star lyricist Kim Eana and producer Ryan Jhun, pairing bright, upbeat sounds with lyrics that capture honeyed memories.
The mini features five tracks in total, including ‘Shapeshifter’ and ‘Moves Like Ciara.’
◆ Stray Kids mark 8th debut anniversary with a love-filled single for fans
Today (the 25th), on their 8th debut anniversary, Stray Kids are delivering a special gift to fans.
The group is dropping the digital single ‘Star, Light (STAY)’ at 1 p.m. KST (12 a.m. ET) across streaming platforms.
‘Star, Light (STAY)’ layers warm band textures, guitar, and piano melodies, comparing the hope for tomorrow — made possible because we’re together — to the ‘universe’ and ‘stars.’ Han and Seungmin participated in composing and lyric-writing, and all eight members helped design the online cover, each drawing a star that reflects their individuality.
Following the release, Stray Kids will hold their 6th official fanmeeting at Inspire Arena in Incheon on March 28–29 and April 4–5.
◆ VERIVERY’s Kangmin to go solo ‘seven years after debut’
VERIVERY’s Kangmin is launching his solo career seven years after debut. He’s set to release his first solo album ‘Free Falling’ at 6 p.m. on the 26th.
The record candidly unpacks the anxiety and wavering he faces while taking steady steps forward without a clear answer yet. The tracklist includes three songs, headlined by the title track ‘Free Falling,’ which Kangmin co-wrote.