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STAYC Returns After 11 Months — Single '2:LOVE' STAYC will make a comeback with their sixth single album '2:LOVE' on June 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM (KST). Returning after about 11 months since their last promotion, they are bringing out STAYC's signature bright and cheerful colors once again in time for the summer season. The Essence of '2:LOVE' This album once again expresses the independent and confident love STAYC has portrayed, in their own unique way. Capturing the various emotional layers of love with a cheerful and confident energy is the core of this concept. (The detailed tracklist will be revealed sequentially according to the release schedule.) Points to Watch — STAYC's Signature Performance Since their debut, STAYC has been a team that gained word-of-mouth popularity for their addictive choruses and perfectly synchronized choreography. The points to look out for in this comeback are clear. Point Choreography — Whether a dance move that is easy to follow along with a verse of the chorus will emerge. STAYC's songs have the strength of a structure that easily goes viral as challenges and cover dances.Summer Mood Vocals & Visuals — What kind of sound will be used to express the bright and refreshing concept.Live Synergy — Part distribution among members and stage formations. Post-Comeback Schedule — Fan Concert 'Stay Closer' Following their new song promotions, STAYC will hold the 2026 Fan Concert Tour 'Stay Closer'. Starting with the Seoul concert in August, the schedule tours Asia and Australia, including Manila, Macau, Taipei, and Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney in Australia. If you have caught their comeback stages, following it up with the tour is a great way to enjoy it. Summary '2:LOVE' is a return that fills an 11-month gap and a shot of STAYC's 'cheerful confidence' aimed at the summer season. Checking out the point choreography and chorus hook of their comeback stage first, and if you like them, continuing on to the 'Stay Closer' tour is the perfect course to enjoy this comeback.

When summer arrives, there is a stage that K-pop fans eagerly await. It is none other than WATERBOMB. The live performances unfolding amidst a barrage of water generate so much buzz every year that it is known as a 'fancam holy land'. WATERBOMB 2026 is returning, kicking off in Seoul this July. We have put together a guide on which female artists will be taking the water stage this time, and how best to enjoy their fancams. Why WATERBOMB Fancams Are Special Unlike regular music show fancams, WATERBOMB stages are live performances infused with water, sweat, and summer sunshine, showcasing the raw energy of the performance. From unwavering choreography despite the pouring water to the interaction with the audience and expressive acting — the artist's 'true skills' are condensed into a short stage. This is why, after WATERBOMB ends, fancams of specific performances repeatedly go viral for days. WATERBOMB Seoul 2026: Female Artists to Watch WATERBOMB Seoul 2026 will be held outdoors at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 in Goyang for three days, from July 24 to 26. Among the revealed lineup, the female artists to watch out for regarding their stage performances are as follows: KISS OF LIFE — A group that will bring refreshing energy to the water stage with solid live vocals and dynamic performances. Sunmi — An artist so dominant on this stage that she is called a 'WATERBOMB Legend'. She has been announced for the Sunday (July 26) stage. Lee Young Ji — Announced for the July 24 stage. Her signature stage presence is a key highlight. WATERBOMB Seoul features a different lineup for each date, and the artists are announced sequentially. The lineups for Busan (August 8) and Sokcho (August 22) will be announced separately, so be sure to check the official channels for the performance dates of the artists you want to see. How to Best Enjoy the Fancams Even if you can't make it to the venue, you can still fully enjoy WATERBOMB through fancams. Right after the festival, various media outlets and fancam channels upload full-cam videos for each stage. There are three key highlights to look out for. First, choreography consistency during the water barrages — watching whether their formations waver despite being splashed. Second, facial expressions and eye contact with the camera — this dictates the immersive quality of the fancam. Third, synergy with the audience's singalongs — the moment the stage and the crowd become one always remains an iconic scene. If you are planning to attend in person, transportation details and a checklist of essentials for each venue (KINTEX in Goyang, Busan, and Sokcho) are summarized in our 'WATERBOMB' outing guide. Just make sure to pack your water gun and a waterproof pouch, and you can experience the stages you've only seen through fancams right before your eyes. ※ The schedule and lineup are based on the information released for 2026 and are subject to change according to official announcements.

The four members, who had been scattered, have gathered in one place again. MAMAMOO has returned as a full group, releasing the special single '4WARD' on June 4, 2026, at 6 PM (KST). It has been about 3 years and 8 months since their EP 'MIC ON' in October 2022 that the four members—Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa—have released a new song together. The very fact that the members, who had been dispersed through their respective solo and individual activities, have reunited under the name 'MAMAMOO' is the reason this comeback is positioned at the absolute center of attention among new girl group releases this June. What kind of comeback is '4WARD'? The title track of the special single is '4 Flowers'. The project name '4WARD' is a portmanteau that overlaps the number of members, '4', with the meaning of moving 'forward', conveying the message of advancing together again after their time apart. Given that the four colors (each with a distinctly different vocal tone and character), which have been MAMAMOO's identity since their early debut days, have merged into one again, fans are perceiving it as a 'reunion album' and a 'return to their roots'. Why a full group now? — The 12th anniversary timing MAMAMOO debuted on June 19, 2014. Thus, June 2026 marks the month of their 12th debut anniversary. It is no coincidence that the full-group comeback is scheduled around their debut anniversary following the single release on June 4. The narrative of the four members, who have expanded their individual domains through solo activities, celebrating their 12th anniversary 'together' is the key theme penetrating this entire promotion. In particular, since each member, including Hwasa, has garnered massive attention as a soloist, the sheer sight of the team—which has proven its 'separate but together' capability—standing together as a full group holds significant meaning. 2026 World Tour '4WARD' — Seoul is already sold out In conjunction with the comeback, MAMAMOO is also kicking off their solo world tour, '2026 WORLD TOUR [4WARD]'. The Seoul concerts will be held for three days from June 19 to 21, and all three shows sold out entirely during the pre-sale. After the Seoul performances, a global tour is scheduled, extending to Kaohsiung, Macau, Singapore, and Manila, as well as North American cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, and onto Hong Kong. Since the full-group new song release and the world tour coincide in the same month, June is the perfect opportunity for fans who want to see all four members on stage at once after a long time. How to enjoy this comeback MAMAMOO's greatest strengths are their live vocals and performances. Rather than just casually listening to the audio of '4 Flowers', the core way to enjoy this group is to listen to how the vocal tones of the four members intersect within a single song. There is also great joy in comparing and listening to how their vocals and rapping, which developed different textures during their solo endeavors, are realigned into the 'harmony of MAMAMOO'. Once the comeback stages and world tour fancams are released, you will be able to more clearly witness the full-group synergy that is difficult to feel through the audio alone. If you want to see all the new song releases from other girl groups returning in June at a glance, you can check the comeback lineup for the month in the monthly updated 'Monthly Girl Group Comeback Summary'. ※ The release date, tour schedule, etc., have been compiled based on announcements from the agency and official channels, and detailed schedules are subject to change.

June 2026 was a month flooded with new releases from K-POP girl groups. Chart competition was fierce with multiple teams making their comebacks simultaneously on June 1st alone, and the lineup became even richer with the addition of MAMAMOO, returning as a full group for the first time in 4 years, and the rapidly growing BABYMONSTER. Here is a roundup of the new songs from girl groups that returned in June.

Major Girl Group Comebacks in June

tripleS — EP 'LOVE&POP pt.1' (June 1)

The large group tripleS kicked off the June girl group battle by making a comeback with their EP 'LOVE&POP pt.1' on June 1. Early chart competition was fierce as multiple teams made comebacks simultaneously on the same day.

MEOVV — 2nd Mini Album 'BITE NOW' (June 1)

Rookie group MEOVV also released their 2nd mini album 'BITE NOW' on the same day, going head-to-head with senior groups making their comebacks.

MAMAMOO — Special Single '4WARD' (June 4)

MAMAMOO announced their full-group comeback after about 4 years with the special single '4WARD' on June 4. It drew particular attention among the June comebacks because it marked their first full four-member group activity in a long time.

BABYMONSTER — Digital Single 'CHOOM' (June 8)

BABYMONSTER returned with a digital single on June 8. The title track 'CHOOM' received an explosive response, surpassing 14 million views within just half a day of its music video release.

Other June Comebacks

In addition, FIFTY FIFTY on June 1 and IZNA on June 8 joined the lineup of girl group comebacks in June.

What About Chart and Music Show Results?

The June music chart rankings and music show first-place results will be updated with final figures at the end of June when promotions conclude. 'Popular girl groups' are determined objectively by the chart and music show records of that month, not by subjective opinion.

Stay tuned for next month's comeback news in our regularly updated 'Monthly Girl Group Comebacks' roundup.

The moment K-pop fans all over the world have been waiting for has finally arrived. BLACKPINK, who heated up the global music market by infinitely showcasing their individual charms through solo activities, has returned to us as a full group after a whopping 3 years and 5 months. For those who missed the unrivaled aura that radiates when the four members—Lisa, Jisoo, Jennie, and Rosé—stand on stage together, this comeback must be truly welcome news, like sweet rain. Reunited after reaching the absolute pinnacle in their respective positions, many are already thrilled in anticipation of what kind of music and performance they will surprise the world with next.BLACKPINK announced their spectacular comeback by releasing their 3rd mini-album, DEADLINE, on the 27th. This album features a total of five tracks, including the song "Run," which was pre-released last year and drew a passionate response from fans. Created by the members coming together again as a full group after firmly establishing their perfect standing as solo artists, this album is leaving a strong impression on the public by fully capturing the musical capabilities they have built up along with their deepened maturity.In particular, the music video for their new song "GO," released alongside this comeback, showcases the ultimate crystallization of BLACKPINK's signature confidence and charisma. Looking at the lyrics, you can immediately feel a progressive attitude of proactively moving forward toward a goal. The chorus, "GO Blackpink will make ya GO," which rings out over a highly addictive drum beat, delivers an explosive energy that is impossible to forget once you hear it. Furthermore, the lyrics, which convey the courage to break down walls and move again to those whose hearts are closed and frozen, provide listeners with the driving force to break out of their stifling daily routines and rise up. The melody that exquisitely crosses between pop and hip-hop blends with the four members' personality-filled vocals and rap, creating an immersive experience that makes it impossible to take your eyes and ears off them for even a moment.Because BLACKPINK has been remarkably active in various fields such as fashion, acting, and global collaborations during their solo endeavors, their synergy when coming together as a full group is even more explosive. Each member's unique colors strike a perfect balance within the album DEADLINE, proving through their music why they firmly hold the top position in K-pop.BLACKPINK's 3rd mini-album DEADLINE and their new song "GO" go beyond a simple comeback; they serve as a massive declaration reaffirming their value as the queens of K-pop. Returning with trendy and overwhelming performances that overshadow their long hiatus of 3 years and 5 months, their upcoming moves will undoubtedly continue to make huge waves in the global music market. We can certainly look forward to the new records and legendary stages that BLACKPINK will write through these full-group promotions. We invite you to experience the overwhelming thrill of their unstoppable, passion-filled sprint for yourself through the newly released tracks and music video right now.