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  • K-Pop Hotspot: December 2025 Comebacks & Debuts Roundup

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    We hope our THP hive has been enjoying all the end-of-year content so far, from music rewinds to book rankings! Now, we hope you’re ready for the December K-Pop Hotspot, the final roundup of K-Pop comebacks and debuts of 2025!

    Don’t let the end of the year keep you from updating your holiday playlists! There are plenty of new festive songs and records for you to spread the cheer. Have you been keeping up? Check out our comeback reviews for Stray Kids and JURIN ASAYA from XG. Let’s jump right in to our December K-Pop comebacks!

    TAEYEON

    We could not think of a better person to kick off our December K-Pop Hotspot than Queen Taeyeon. What do you get when you have the single best solo discography in K-Pop? A legendary compilation album filled with all the hits and no skips! Panorama : The Best of TAEYEON absolutely filled our hearts with our favorite Taeyeon tracks and a new song. In the title track ‘Panorama,’ Taeyeon sings a comforting rock ballad that chronicles her acceptance of the past and moving forward. We’re in it for the long haul, so here’s to ten more years of Taeyeon!

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    VERIVERY

    Too long we had been beggin’ for a VERIVERY comeback, and we finally got it! And what a powerful release it is! The group came back swinging and hit our playlists hard. We, in particular, can’t get enough of ‘RED (Beggin’)’ and its strong presence and message. With lyrics like “Even if all’s forsaken we’ll survive,” we can’t help but get all emotional and at the same time feel the need to cheer the group even harder for always working hard and delivering bangers! If this has not been on your December replay list, what have you been doing?

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    FROMIS_9

    A fromis_9 comeback was the best surprise gift we could’ve gotten this year! Hayoung, Jiwon, Nakyung, Chaeyoung, and Jiheon start a new chapter with their new holiday single, ‘White Memories.’ It’s a remake of Kim Min Jong’s 2001 song, ‘White Longing.’ And it sounds like a gentle breeze that swept us away from the first listen. With an aptly themed music video, it’s the perfect addition to your holiday playlists. We’ll be cheering on all the members from here on!

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    BTOB SEO EUNKWANG

    BTOB’s Seo Eunkwang has made his long-awaited solo comeback with his first full-length album, Unfold. There is such a unique quality to his voice that moves us to tears every time we hear his ballads, especially in the title track, ‘Greatest Moment.’ Eunkwang hits high notes like his life depends on it, and we cannot get enough of his angelic vocals. He also blessed us with the prerelease of ‘Last Light,’ a dark and dramatic song that suits his voice beautifully. We’ve truly ascended with this track and the rest of Eunkwang’s album.

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    CHUNG HA

    ‘Tis the season to stan CHUNG HA! Our queen has gifted us Christmas Promises: Again, a special holiday album for the ages! These four festive tracks are absolutely perfect to listen to while decorating the tree, wrapping presents, and baking cookies. The title track, ‘It’s That Time of Year,’ brings the right amount of cheer to our day. ‘Sleigh’ adds a chill R&B vibe that’s so uniquely CHUNG HA, and we love to see it! Her vocals will never stop “sleighing,” and we’ll be bumping this special album all month.

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    THE BOYZ

    Next on our December K-Pop Hotspot is THE BOYZ’s special single album, Still Love You. They know exactly what we needed to hear right now, and we’re already sobbing only seconds into the title track, ‘Still Love You.’ The music video is an ode to friendship, with candid shots of THE BOYZ hanging out and having fun on the beach. No matter what happens, we’ll still love and support them anywhere we are.

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    WAYV

    We have always enjoyed WayV‘s sound, and we feel like it only gets better with each new release. The group got us ready for winter by giving us a season-themed album to stream obsessively. Their Winter Special Album, Eternal White, carries the mood of the coldest season, which is also known for its warmest, coziest moments. We love the different vibes that the songs on this release offer, and we definitely love the sound they present in the title track, ‘Eternal White.’ It’s simply impossible to take a listen and not get pulled into their musical winter world!

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    NCT DOYOUNG

    After an incredible year of solo and group releases, NCT’s Doyoung finishes off 2025 by giving us his new single, ‘Promise.’ Before the start of his military enlistment, Doyoung couldn’t leave without promising to come back. It’s making us so emotional, as if we haven’t already cried enough. We’re going to miss his new music releases, but we’ll hold onto ‘Promise’ and the rest of his solo discography until he returns.

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    GOT7 JINYOUNG

    Continuing the trend of fresh new holiday tracks is GOT7 Jinyoung’s new song, ‘Christmas Fever!’ We can’t think of a better way to sign off from 2025 than with Jinyoung’s groovy track and his insane falsettos. And the music video is giving the ultimate boyfriend energy. It might be making us feel a little delusional, but hey, it’s Christmas, baby!

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    DAESUNG

    Seriously, what can’t Daesung do? His new single album, HANDO-CHOGUA, is an absolute pleasure to listen to. The energetic title track, ‘HANDO-CHOGUA,’ is an addictive trot song about a love that exceeds every limit. Its music video is hilarious and so, so fun. We’ve been missing this kind of energy in K-Pop, and we couldn’t be happier to see Daesung bringing it back. And don’t sleep on his beautiful B-sides, ‘One Rose’ and ‘Better Alone,’ either!

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    KANG DANIEL

    Kang Daniel has been killing all his solo releases this year! His new release, PULSEPHASE, is his first English special album. The title track, ‘Backseat Promises,’ is a groovy, nostalgic song about being unable to forget about a special someone. His songs never miss, and we vibe with the wide range of genres on this special album. Our favorite B-sides include ‘The Chase’ and ‘back to you.’ But trust us when we say you’ll love the entire record.

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    INFINITE LEE SUNGYEOL

    Calling all Inspirits, how are we feeling after 2025? Group comeback, solo releases, and we even got to end December with a surprise solo drop from our talented Lee Sungyeol. The joy we felt when we listened to ‘Asteroid’ is beyond words, but we know the feeling it sparks in us very clearly. The song simply makes us happy every time we listen to it. We absolutely can’t get enough of Sungyeol’s vocals. Thankfully, we have three whole songs to swoon over, and we absolutely plan to keep doing that in the new year as well.

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    DAY6

    We couldn’t let our December K-Pop Hotspot pass by without including DAY6’s new holiday track, ‘Lovin’ the Christmas!’ It’s an upbeat track about spending the season falling in love with the special holiday. The adorable stop-motion music video stars DAY6’s denimalz and a lovely reindeer that stole our hearts. This song is single-handedly renewing our holiday cheer and helping us find the magic again as adults.

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    SHINEE MINHO

    Choi Minho, the man that you are. He has just dropped his new single album, TEMPO, and we’re more than obsessed! ‘TEMPO’ has such an effortlessly smooth quality that only a K-Pop veteran like Minho can pull off. It gives us Minho’s signature sound with fresh choreography. And his B-side, ‘You’re Right,’ complements the title track with a laidback R&B vibe and an incredibly catchy chorus.

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    KIM SEJEONG

    When we’re not screaming about Kim Sejeong’s latest drama, we’re obsessing over her newest song release. That’s our hard-working and multi-talented queen for you! Her new single, ‘Solar System,’ is a beautiful ballad about a longtime love that’s slowly fading into the past. The music video is authentic and captures Sejeong’s need to hide her tears from the world and only show her happy side. We’ve been crying so much this month, and this song is one of the many reasons why.

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    SAYMYNAME

    To round out our incredible December K-Pop Hotspot, we have SAY MY NAME’s third EP, &Our Vibe! If you’re looking for a fun song to motivate you to seize the day, ‘UFO (ATTENT!ON)’ is the title track for you. It also has one of our favorite music videos from SAY MY NAME! But don’t sleep on the B-side tracks! These girls continue to blow us away with the versatility of their vocals. ‘Bad Idea’ and ‘Hard to Love’ are just a few of our favorites!

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    And the 2025 season of THP’s K-Pop Hotspots has come to an end! What was your favorite December K-Pop comeback and debut? Which comebacks are you most looking forward to in January 2026? Let us know in the comments below, or tweet us @TheHoneyPOP!

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  • K-Pop Hotspot: September 2025 Comebacks & Debuts Roundup

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    Welcome back to one of THP’s most-loved monthly columns: the K-Pop Hotspot! September’s comebacks and debuts did not come to play, and neither did we!

    Have you been listening to all our fave K-Pop comebacks this month? Check out full comeback reviews for MONSTA X, ZEROBASEONE, DAY6, and P1Harmony! You can also keep up with K-Pop tours like LE SSERAFIM’s setlist, KAI’s recent Chicago show, and KEY’s upcoming KEYLAND: Uncanny Valley tour!

    But enough chit-chatting for now! We’ve got a hefty September K-Pop hotspot, so let’s get into all the comebacks and debuts you may have missed.

    NCT WISH

    We’re holding on to the last bit of summer with this September hotspot, and NCT WISH are on the same wavelength! Their new mini-album, COLOR, is a breath of fresh air. The title track ‘COLOR’ is bright and fun, with a chorus that has been stuck in our heads all month! We even got music videos for ‘Surf’ and ‘Baby Blue!’ Don’t sleep on the rest of their b-sides like ‘Videohood’ and ‘WICHU.’  

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    TREASURE

    TREASURE brought us to ‘PARADISE’ with their September K-Pop comeback! Who says summer is over? We’ll be back to those fun days with this funky title track—a star for any party. We fell immediately for this song, and how could we not? It’s so fun and makes us feel like we’ve traveled to a special, magical place. It was the perfect start to the month, and a beautiful way to say goodbye to the hot season while still keeping it alive in our hearts through music. Who else is grooving to the sounds of TREASURE’s new music?

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    HYOLYN

    Our K-Pop queen is back to serve and slay! We’re living for HYOLYN’s unapologetic new single, ‘SHOTTY.’ She sings about moving on from a breakup, knowing her ex will grow to regret losing her. The choreography has our jaws on the floor, and we expected nothing less from our fave K-Pop baddie. HYOLYN gave us everything we needed with just one song, and we hope she’ll bless us with more soon!  

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    AESPA

    In the words of the legendary Cher, “I am a rich man.” aespa embodies this self-assured and confident energy in their sixth mini-album, Rich Man. The title track, ‘Rich Man,’ is an explosive track with a cinematic music video masterpiece. aespa inspires us to be the rich man in our lives, beyond having money to sustain our lifestyles. We didn’t skip through any of their b-sides, and our favorites are ‘Angel #48’ and ‘To The Girls.’

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    NCT HAECHAN

    We never thought we’d see the day NCT DREAM’s Haechan would release his first-ever solo album! TASTE fully exceeded our expectations, especially the title track ‘CRZY.’ His vocals and rap skills immediately hooked us, and we stayed for the choreography. Haechan proves his all-rounder talents with this album. We especially love the b-sides ‘ADRENALINE’ and ‘WYN?’ with HAON!

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    CIX

    Next on our September K-Pop hotspot is CIX’s new EP, GO Chapter 1: GO Together! They’re entering a new era, and we’re here for it. Whoever edited the ’WONDER YOU’ music video knew exactly what they were doing with the thumbnail. It definitely worked on us, though! The title track is groovy and too catchy to skip. Speaking of skips, this mini-album doesn’t have any! Each b-side is worthy of being the title track, and we don’t say that lightly.

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    CHAEYOUNG

    TWICE Chaeyoung’s solo debut is finally here! LIL FANTASY vol. 1 is easily one of our favorite September K-Pop releases. ‘SHOOT (Firecracker)’ is a dreamy title track with such a creative concept and music video. The music video for ‘AVOCADO’ (feat. Gliiico) is so kooky yet so Chaeyoung. She knows her strengths, and we’re in love with the indie and R&B sound of the album. Every song fits her vibe, and we especially love ‘BAND AID’ and ‘BF.’

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    JUNHEE

    After getting a taste of JUNHEE‘s solo music with the pre-release of ‘Supernova,’ we’ve been so eager to hear more. And now we’re hooked on the whole The First Day & Night mini-album. Ever felt spoiled by a music release, because this is how we feel. Not only did the album give us double title tracks in ‘Umbrella (10:00)’ and ‘Too Bad (15:00),’ but it also fed our CHOICE hearts. We yelled after seeing the B-side ‘Tattoo (12:30)’ featuring all of the A.C.E members, instantly knowing it would be one of our favorites on the album. We also find it interesting and quite a fun choice to match each song with a time of day, emphasizing the title of the release, The First Day & Night. Now we have a JUNHEE song to listen to throughout the day, yes, even at 2 AM.

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    TAEMIN

    Are we ever ok when TAEMIN releases new music? The answer is a definite no. ‘Veil’ has us in its clutches, and it’s not letting us go any time soon (not like we’re even trying to escape, anyways). The song draws us with its dark atmosphere, creating an alluring charm. TAEMIN’s artistry always leaves us in awe, with jaws dropped and words lost. This special digital single captured our hearts with all three of its tracks, which also include the absolutely enchanting ‘FINALE,’ and the equally captivating Japanese version of ‘Veil.’

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    PLAVE

    PLAVE blessed us with the Korean version of ‘Hide and Seek,’ and we couldn’t be happier! This version feels like the bittersweet feelings that come at the end of summer. We’re sad to see it go, but we’re hopeful of the promise that it will return. ‘Hide and Seek’ is such a beautiful and uplifting song about finally finding the one and announcing it to the whole world.

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    IDID

    New boy group alert! IDID finally dropped their official debut, and we’re too busy dancing to their title piece, ‘CHAN-RAN.’ It gives off a refreshing feel and spreads so much positivity that we can’t help but love this for the boys’ entry into the K-Pop music scene. It matches them extremely well, and honestly, we can never have too many songs with a message of hope. We highly recommend checking out their B-sides as well. We have a feeling you’d like the variety they prepared for this special start of their idol careers.

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    BADVILLAIN

    September is full of new K-Pop singles! BADVILLAIN came back with ‘THRILLER,’ a self-empowerment anthem that’ll get you hyped! If you ever need some morning motivation, this is the song you need. These girls eat up every concept they get, and we need to see them on our playlists more often!

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    YUQI

    YUQI is back with a new solo single album, Motivation! Her title track, ‘M.O.,’ is giving us old school hip-hop vibes. The instrumental is absolutely a banger, and YUQI’s voice and rap pair with it so well. No one’s doing it like her! On the flip side, she also blessed us with Korean and Chinese versions of ‘Gone,’ a pop-rock track we can blast in the car with all the windows down!

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    LUN8

    Is anyone else a fan of the dark and mysterious vibes? LUN8‘s ‘Lost’ gave us exactly that through this latest focus track and its music video. And after listening once, we have to say we are ABSOLUTELY obsessed! The boys did it again with a new concept that slayed and showed a more mature side to them, which took our hearts with its dreamy sound. The boys also made sure to include only bangers in the single album, so you’d better be all over ‘Bad Girl’ and ‘Nauty’ already! LUN8 outdid themselves, making this one of our top releases from them so far.

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    EXO SUHO

    EXO’s solo comebacks this year are healing all of us. Next is SUHO with his fourth EP, Who Are You. The title track is a rock masterpiece about moving on from an ex after a breakup. He also gave us the English version, which we’re hoping is a hint at a future solo tour. We absolutely adore SUHO’s classic sound, and his discography has only been getting better and better. Our favorite b-sides are ‘Birthday’ and ‘Fadeout.’

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    KICKFLIP

    KickFlip has just dropped their third mini-album, My First Flip! These boys are booked and busy this year. We’ve been obsessed with the title track, ‘My First Love Song.’ It carries a freeing energy that comes with being a teenager in love. We really hope to see KickFlip perform this song live one day. Their b-sides deserve all the love, and we recommend listening to them all!

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    THE KINGDOM

    Did you also scream a little (or a lot) after hearing the news of The KingDom‘s special album? And then did the realization that we’re going back to their iconic sound and roots make you lose your minds as well? Yes, we can fully relate! With ‘Last Flower’ first making an appearance a couple of years back, we’re absolutely rejoicing that the song finally got its long-awaited official release. We’ll be playing this track, along with the rest of the B-sides on the album, and crying a little from how happy we are over them.

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    YERIN

    Everyone, wake up! Stop sleeping on Yerin because she has released her first digital single, Awake, and we couldn’t be more obsessed! It’s a pop-rock track that motivates us to chase our dreams. ‘Awake’ is the type of freeing song we’d play running through a field of flowers, slowing down and stopping for no one! Yerin brings out this side of us with every new release.

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    WOODZ

    MOODZ, we’re so back! Our favorite rockstar is finally here and releasing his absolutely captivating music again, and we couldn’t be happier. WOODZ has us locking onto his latest two-piece release, and if you’re not joining us, you’re already missing out on so much. ‘I’ll Never Love Again’ hits so hard; it reminds us why we love everything WOODZ drops our way. From the deep meaning to the calmer yet gradually building verses of the song, to how it explodes during the chorus. We’re absolutely lost in the music!

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    EXO CHEN

    We are living for the rock vibes in so many EXO members’ solo comebacks! Chen has just released his fifth EP, Arcadia, and we find it to be refreshing yet uniquely him. The title track, ‘Arcadia,’ is a breakup anthem for when you finally feel ready to move on from your ex. While Chen opted for a simpler music video setup, we can feel his rocker energy straight from the screen. His talent never ceases to amaze us, and we can’t get enough of his B-side tracks! Trust us when we say you won’t want to skip through any of them.

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    SEVENTEEN CxM

    The latest unit by SEVENTEEN is here! S.COUPS and MINGYU brought us quite the title track.  ‘5, 4, 3 (Pretty woman) (feat. Lay Bankz)’ inserts the instantly recognizable hit ‘Oh, Pretty Woman,’ infusing it into the duo’s song and sound, bringing forth a different yet still funky appeal while also making it their own. The song is already ruling our playlists. But that’s not all we love from CxM (SEVENTEEN). We’ve been excited for this unit, and you can easily tell why through their sound. We’re having a ‘Fiesta’ with the entirety of the HYPE VIBES album, and yes, we’re having trouble picking a fave track. They’re all just THAT good.

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    POW

    POW continue to explore their musical colors, and their new single, ‘Wall Flowers,’ shows us a different side of the boys yet again. The song has a smooth and captivating sound that keeps our attention glued. We love when idols experiment and test out new styles and sounds, and we’re already giving ‘Wall Flowers’ much love. We can’t wait to see what’s next on their release plan.

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    IZNA

    izna brought out their powerful presence with ‘Mamma Mia’ and gave us a confidence-boosting end of September. Not Just Pretty is a comeback we encourage everyone to take a listen to. And if you loved their single ‘SIGN,’ which dropped earlier this year, then you’d be happy to hear that this album comes with its remix version! A new way to enjoy one of our favorite releases from the girls. And because we love giving suggestions, make sure you check out the B-side ‘Racecar.’

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    That’s all for our newest K-Pop hotspot! What was your favorite September K-Pop comeback and debut? Which comebacks are you most looking forward to in October? Let us know in the comments below, or tweet us @TheHoneyPOP!

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  • K-Pop Hotspot: August 2025 Comebacks & Debuts Roundup

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    It feels like this summer really passed us by because what do you mean we’re at the end of August already? In any case, it’s time for our favorite time of every month! We’re here to deliver our August K-Pop Hotspot to new, current, and curious K-Pop fans.

    Have you been following along with THP this past month? Check out our K-Pop comeback reviews of EVNNE, Yves, Key, JUNHEE, Pentagon’s Jinho, ASTRO’s ZOONIZINI, BoA, NMIXX, Stray Kids, AB6IX, DAY6, and Purple Kiss!

    YOUNITE

    YOUNITE caught us by surprise with their single ‘BOMBA,’ and we’re beyond overjoyed by the result in our August K-Pop hotspot. Incorporating Latin elements and blending them with their style, the group dropped a fire track that’s impossible to resist dancing along to. And to add to the already banger new piece, they gave us a remake of a B-side you might recognize from one of their previous releases, ‘Poco Loco (Baile Funk Remix).’ This is a powerful two-song single release that will keep your energy up and completely take you in.

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    KIIIKIII

    We got swept and lost in KiiiKiii‘s ‘DANCING ALONE,’ and still do whenever we listen to the song. The song’s retro vibe feels like we’re taken back in time, to a more carefree and peaceful moment of our lives, where we’re just having fun with our friends. The title may be ‘DANCING ALONE,’ but we get the urge to grab our closest friend and burst into dancing to the nostalgic rhythms. While this is a perfect summer track, we plan to carry it into the rest of the seasons and enjoy it to its fullest. Who says summer is just a season and not a state of mind?

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    IDNTT

    We think we just set the world record for the fastest time to stan a boy group. idntt has completely blown us away with their showstopping debut mini-album, unevermet! They’ve blessed us with not one, not two, but THREE music videos for ‘You Never Met,’ “Storm,’ and “BOYtude.’ We’ve been so obsessed with their sound and concept that this EP has been on repeat all month. idntt has a bright future ahead of them, and we’re sat!

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    YUJU

    Everyone, stay calm! Yuju just released her third mini-album, In Bloom, and it’s everything we wanted. Her discography keeps getting better, and we fall deeper in love with her music. The title track, ‘REPLY,’ has a nostalgic K-Pop and anime-esque sounds that instantly hook listeners. Yuju’s music has a unique magic you won’t find elsewhere. Her collaborations with Jeong Sewoon and GEMINI are *chef’s kiss*, just like the rest of her EP.

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    YOUNG POSSE

    Guess who’s back? YOUNG freakin’ POSSE! We can’t believe we only needed to wait five months for their new EP, Growing Pain pt.1 : FREE. These girls dropped banger after banger, from the title track ‘FREESTYLE’ to B-sides ‘MON3Y 8ANK,’ ‘soju,’ and more! We can honestly say we didn’t skip a single song on this mini-album. YOUNG POSSE brings fun, carefree energy back into K-Pop—and they do it effortlessly!

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUNG POSSE:
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    RED VELVET JOY

    August was for K-Pop soloists! Red Velvet’s JOY released her first solo mini-album, From JOY, with Love! The title fits perfectly for an album that’s a love letter to life, love, Paris, and summer. The title track ‘Love Splash!’ is our new summer anthem and will soundtrack the rest of the season. JOY‘s EP has no skips, but our favorite B-sides are ‘La Vie En Bleu’ and ‘Scent Of Green.’

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT JOY:
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    SECRET NUMBER

    SECRET NUMBER is back! After a lineup change, these girls return with a brand new single, and we didn’t realize how much we missed their sound. ‘Don’t Touch’ is empowering, self-assured, and highly danceable. If we heard it in the club, we’d immediately sprint to the dance floor! They must’ve put something in the chorus to make it this addictive because we can’t stop listening.

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SECRET NUMBER:
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    MOONBYUL

    Moonbyul’s solo comeback has officially made our August hotspot ten times better! Her fourth solo EP, laundri, is a THP-certified no-skips mini-album, as shown by her pre-release song, ‘ICY BBY.’ The title track, ‘Goodbyes and Sad Eyes,’ is the ultimate pop-rock anthem. We always love this sound on Moonbyul and are thrilled to stan such a talented, versatile artist. Moonbyul’s B-sides always hit different. If we had to pick our top three, they’d be ‘Chocolate Tea,’ ‘Over You,’ and ‘Take Off.’

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MOONBYUL:
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    8TURN

    8TURN absolutely got our hearts with this release! We love how ‘Electric Heart’ builds up and explodes with its chorus. The boys draw us into an emotional experience that only grows stronger with each chorus. We are filled with positivity and hope, and those don’t fade, no matter how many times we replay the song.

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT 8TURN:
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    TEEN TOP

    TEEN TOP being back is like having one of the best dreams, so we make sure to enjoy it to the fullest. And it’s so easy when they continue to bring some of the best releases in K-Pop. Addictive, new, yet completely their own, you can tell Just 15, Just Teen Top is proving once again that the group is true to its musical style. 15 years after their debut, and they still make grand comebacks to remember. We’re absolutely in love and addicted to the title track ‘Cherry Pie,’ having its chorus stuck in our heads. But that’s not all! We’re totally not normal over the whole album, and especially ‘Home Alone (But U),’ to the point that it has become our B-side anthem.

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TEEN TOP:
    FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | TWITTER | YOUTUBE

    BTOB LIM HYUNSIK

    Did someone order a heartbreaking ballad with stunning vocals? BTOB Lim Hyunsik’s new solo single is here! ‘The Answer’ further cements his place in our hearts. He sings of missing a former love and reminiscing about all the moments he’s held onto since the breakup. The music video’s flashbacks of happier times bring us to tears.

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LIM HYUNSIK:
    INSTAGRAM | TWITTER

    EXO CHANYEOL

    Did someone say pop-punk but K-Pop? Yes, it was EXO CHANYEOL with his ‘Upside Down’ title that has our little hearts bursting with joy. And it’s not the only song on his latest solo album of the same name that has our full attention. One of our absolute new faves on the album has to be ‘Ocean Drive’ with its rock elements and how fun it feels, we can almost imagine ourselves on a drive to the ocean. But for the full experience, we definitely recommend listening to the album in order for your first time listening!

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CHANYEOL:
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    IVE

    IVE’s comebacks never miss! They did it again with their fourth EP, IVE SECRET. We can’t get enough of this new IVE era, especially with a killer title track like ‘XOXZ’ and the music video. As soon as we heard the highlight medley, we knew this mini-album would be one of their best yet! (Which is saying something, considering their discography is packed with hits.) Our favorite B-sides are, hands down, ‘Dear, My Feelings’ and ‘삐빅 (♥beats).’ If you need us, we’ll be having a dance party in our room blasting this EP.

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT IVE:
    FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | TWITTER | YOUTUBE

    SUNMI

    We’re glad our August K-Pop roundup didn’t end without a Sunmi comeback! Her new single puts us in our feelings while lifting our hearts. How does she do it? Ask the multi-talented queen singing the song. Sunmi answers the age-old question, “What would you do if your boyfriend turned into a cockroach?” in her ‘BLUE!’ video. We live for the weirdness. She gives us a lovely song for those who help on sad days. And bassist Sunmi returns in 2025, which is our dream come true.

    TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SUNMI:
    FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | PERSONAL INSTAGRAM | TIKTOK | TWITTER | PERSONAL TWITTER | YOUTUBE

    That’s all for our newest K-Pop hotspot! What was your favorite August K-Pop comeback and debut? Which comebacks are you most looking forward to in September? Let us know in the comments below, or tweet us @TheHoneyPOP!

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    Authors: Julie Dam, Marty.

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