Summer is finally here! And you don’t want to miss this month’s stacked K-Pop Hotspot! We got a lot of good news to share in June, from BIGBANG’s world tour announcement to our exclusive AND2BLE interview. And we’re still recovering from the shock.
We hope you’ve been following along with our K-Pop coverage: check out all new releases from SHINee, Jay B, STAYC, Stray Kids, ATEEZ, and SEVENTEEN V8. When you’ve had your fill, come back here and catch up on the rest of this month’s K-Pop comebacks and debuts!
MEOVV
MEOVV said they’re walking in “like a threat,” but we’re always pleased to see them! The girls dropped their BITE NOW mini album, and we have loved every second of this era! Members Ella, Gawon, and Narin have credits on the fearsome title track ‘DDI RO RI,’ which is a wordplay on “띠로리 (ddirori),” an expression roughly translating to “oops” or “ta-da!” The girls double down on its onomatopoeic nature with their sample of Bach’s ‘Toccata and Fugue in D Minor,’ one of the most recognizable pieces of music ever. If this is the strength of MEOVV’s pen game, we can’t wait to see more.
TRIPLES
tripleS kicks off our June K-Pop Hotspot with perfect summer vibes! The full group returns for
XIA
After four years since his last solo comeback and 10 years since his last full-length album, XIA has officially released his fifth full album, GRAVITY! Let’s just say this masterpiece was well worth the wait! The title track, ‘GRAVITY,’ instantly makes us feel club-ready with its bangin’ electronic house instrumental. He shows no signs of slowing down, if the choreography is any indication. The album also showcases XIA’s vocal range, from ballads like ‘Forest of Memories’ to R&B jams like ‘Slowly.’
MAMAMOO
June was a great month, especially because we got a special group release from our Queens, MAMAMOO! Or should we say our incredibly talented ‘4 Flowers?’ The song may have gotten us a bit emotional, but for all the right reasons. ‘4 Flowers’ lets the four distinct and powerful vocals of the members shine so beautifully, easily becoming one of our favorite MAMAMOO songs! This is a group that simply doesn’t know the meaning of the word “disappointing,” and we couldn’t be happier with this release!
B.A.P BANG YONGGUK
BANG YONGGUK makes us feel everything he’s feeling through his music. He sings about spending every moment with a special someone in his new song, ‘If tomorrow never comes.’ You don’t want to waste time apart, especially when you don’t know how tomorrow will be. It has a chill instrumental we’d love to play while sitting on the beach. Or even simply admiring nature from our backyard.
IZNA
Next on our K-Pop Hotspot is izna’s third mini-album, SET THE TEMPO! Every comeback they’ve had so far continues to raise the bar. Each song on this EP is top quality, from the EDM title track, ‘METRONOME,’ to the pop perfection of B-sides like ‘LEAN ON ME.’ ‘METRONOME’ proves that the girls have stepped into their sound, and we’re obsessed with the fun music video.
BOYNEXTDOOR
After 1105 days since their debut, BOYNEXTDOOR finally gave us a full-length album! ONEDOOR have been waiting for this moment for a long time, but, as always, BND did not disappoint. Following the disgustingly good pre-release, ‘ddok ddok ddok,’ title track ‘VIRAL’ might seem almost tame in comparison, but only if you’re not paying attention. ‘VIRAL,’ like all of HOME, is full of BOYNEXTDOOR’s relentless ambition and shows just how self-aware they are. HOME balances stories about their families and their desire to broaden their reach. It honors their commitment to self-producing, made only more potent by the fact that every member has credits on this album!
BABYMONSTER
BABYMONSTER may have just released their new EP in May, but they blessed us with another single this month! ‘SUGAR HONEY ICE TEA’ is exactly what you think it means. The girls confidently declare their place among the hottest K-Pop groups. And they have the fan base and numbers to prove it. With an addictive chorus and choreography, this banger suits BABYMONSTER’s bold, unapologetic style perfectly.
EPEX
EPEX came at us with a confident, catchy new title to steal the show. Our eyes (and ears) are on the boys and ‘ECHO.’ The group has caught our attention many times with their music, and they are steadily leaving an impact with their Youth: Epilogue comeback. Also, this release is special because it closes their Youth series, which makes us both sad and excited about what they will bring out in the future! We can’t wait to see what’s coming next.
YERIN
With the end of spring and the start of summer, Yerin’s fourth mini-album, REACH YOU, is the perfect listen. ‘Shooting Star’ has a guitar instrumental that feels like the beginning of a new chapter. It’s the type of song that we can blast during our very own fireworks celebrations this summer. This EP is truly an evergreen masterpiece, and our favorite B-sides include ‘Polaris’ and ‘Orbit.’
BTS
Any time BTS drop a new song, you know it’s gonna stop us in our tracks! Even though we’d heard ‘Come Over’ on our ARIRANG vinyls and watched its live performance in movie theaters, it still hits different following the official digital release! Plus, ‘Come Over’ was already a fan song of sorts, so BTS giving it an official release as part of their debut anniversary celebrations just elevates it to a whole new level! Written and produced by our very own SUGA, the song is beautifully vulnerable in its need for reassurance. Of course, ARMY have taken that in their stride, creating their very own fanchant. If you’re heading to the ARIRANG WORLD TOUR, you better be ready to shout “ANI! (No!)” after SUGA raps “미안 좀 늦었지 (I’m sorry, I’m a little late).”
RIIZE
An explosive addition to our June hotspot, RIIZE brings all the energy with their second mini-album, II! The title track, ‘Do your dance,’ has an infectious instrumental and a killer dance break. We immediately started bobbing our heads along on the first listen. The music video flawlessly matches the song’s hip-hop vibe. Don’t sleep on their B-sides either! ‘Overdrive’ and ‘Like a Bomb’ stood out to us the most.
ONF
ONF is back with their brand new mini-album, ONF:MY SELF! The title track, ‘Open The Door,’ is a rock anthem about taking the next big step. No matter where the door may lead, it feels the most true to yourself. We didn’t skip any of the B-sides on this EP either. ‘Bad Dream’ and ‘Once In A Red Moon’ were our favorites, but you won’t regret listening all the way through.
I-DLE
Every time i-dle comes back, they shake the industry. After ‘Mono’ earlier this year, i-dle are gearing up for the release of their 9th mini-album, We made, and they opened the era with one of their most impactful tracks to date: ‘Crow.’ The hard-hitting song is a statement of each member’s talent and influence in the industry, with lyrics written entirely by Soyeon that exemplify their power and impact. ‘Crow’ hits with every section, every switch, and every word. It’s an experience that goes beyond words. If ‘Crow’ and ‘Mono’ are only the first taste of what’s to come, we may not be ready for the storm that i-dle is preparing for us.
OMEGA X
OMEGA X is back and, wow, we were blown away! ‘UNCAPPED’ got our instant seal of approval with its catchy beats, lyrics, a rhythm to vibe to, and the absolute talent of the members (let’s also not forget the eye candy we get during the music video). Add the unit B-sides we get in the mini-album that feel like a little treat, and you have very happy FOR X right here! Are you able to pick a favorite track? Because we’re struggling to choose only one.
B.A.P YOUNGJAE
Are all the B.A.P members blessing us all in the same month? We think yes! YOUNGJAE’s new single, ‘A Perfect Day,’ lifts our mood the second it starts playing. It’s the type of song that makes us grateful for the little things that make up all our good days. With a positive outlook, everything is possible. And the perfect day does exist when we have the perfect song to soundtrack it.
HEARTS2HEARTS
Hearts2Hearts is here to save the summer with their new mini-album, Lemon Tang! With a colorful music video and outfits that capture the bubbly concept, ‘Lemon Tang’ is a hit title track! The girls deliver a wonderful comeback that reminds us of K-Pop summers of years past. Everyone should listen to the entire EP ASAP. ‘Baby Steps’ and ‘Secret Recipe’ are our favorite B-sides.
EVAN
EVAN‘s new beginning is a fact, and ‘Ride or Die’ is the start of a solo career that we can’t help but be excited for. This digital single is already showing us a new musical color to the idol, and we’ve been obsessed with it since it dropped. If this is just the start, what can we expect in the future? You know we’ll be looking forward to seeing how he continues to grow and expand his talents.
CLASSY
After such uncertain circumstances and a hiatus, CLASSy has officially re-debuted with a stellar new album! With nine tracks, RE:BOOT [AFTER TEARS] is the album the girls deserve. And the fans won’t soon forget it! The title track, ‘Tear drop,’ carries so much emotion in the lyrics and freeing music video. Each member gets their time to shine with a solo song. We can’t believe how long we’ve been missing them on our playlists, and we’re not going to stop replaying this album.
YEOJIN
Early 2026 brought us one of the best surprises with LOONA’s YeoJin releasing her first solo digital single as a solo artist with Lv1, and the second part of her solo project is already here. Still staying true to YeoJin’s unique charisma and addictive aura, Lv2 shifts from her first release, offering a truly summery, carefree, infectious bright energy. The title track ‘Red Hot Chili Summer’ says it all. With three new songs, Yeojin is bringing the sun into our lives in more than one way.
M.O.N.T
We can’t stress enough how happy we are when we get new M.O.N.T music! And ‘RUN’ hits somehow different. This is about to go on all our upbeat playlists, and we’ll be sharing it left and right. Suddenly, M.O.N.T’s ‘RUN’ is our new personality! We think our hype is well deserved, and we just know you’ll fall for this song as much as we did!
KEYVEATZ
KEYVEATZ knows exactly how to make heads turn with their debut! After pre-releasing ‘Key Beats’ and ‘Catch My Breath’ over the last two months, AOMG’s new girl group has made their official debut with OXY_GEN! The title track, ‘OXY,’ is a high-energy hip-hop banger with a killer instrumental. The girls’ rap and vocal skills are clear. Their B-sides are just as worthy of being the title, and we didn’t skip a single one. We might just have to stan.
B.A.P JUNG DAEHYUN
June has been a real treat for us B.A.P fans, and we even ended it with yet another solo release. Jung Daehyun graced us with his beautiful vocals and the masterpiece that is PUZZL(OV)E, an album that captures the different types of love and connections between people. Each song gives us a reason to smile. But wait, we got a little emotional over Daehyun’s release, and here’s why. We noticed that the credits list Bang Yongguk as an active producer for the four songs on PUZZL(OV)E. And as if that wasn’t enough to make us gasp and warm our hearts, the B-side ‘Name’ had us sobbing in joy. Alongside Daehyun’s outstanding vocals, we got to hear the other members join in on the chorus. That’s right, you can hear Yongguk, Youngjae, Jongup, and Junhong all contribute to this track, making it a favorite of ours already!
CHOI YOOJUNG
Wrapping up our June K-Pop Hotspot is Choi Yoojung’s new single album, Perfect Target! ‘Perfect Target’ is a sweet and catchy title track that can’t seem to get out of our heads. She killed her rap in the second verse! And we can’t wait to see the full choreography and dance challenges. Her B-side track ‘Still Cute?’ makes this pair the perfect pop song duo.
We got so many star-studded comebacks this June! What was your favorite comeback or debut? Which new releases are you most looking forward to in July? Let us know in the comments below, or on Twitter @TheHoneyPOP!
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Written by Julie Dam, Marty, Anna M, & Juu
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