Sayart.net - K-pop Groups Gear Up for January Releases

B1A4, ITZY, NMIXX, and PENTAGON's Hui Set to Drop New Music

Courtesy of WM Entertainment

Several K-pop groups are slated to release new music in January 2024, marking a return to the music scene after a hiatus. 

▲ K-pop boy group B1A4 / Courtesy of WM Entertainment

B1A4, the boy band, is set to release its eighth mini-album, "Connect," on January 8, marking their first release in over two years. The album details, including the tracklist, remain undisclosed. B1A4, which debuted in 2011 as a quintet, rebranded as a trio in 2018.

▲ A teaser for K-pop girl group ITZY's upcoming album, "Born To Be" / Courtesy of JYP Entertainment

On the same day, K-pop girl group ITZY will launch their album, "Born To Be," featuring the lead single "Untouchable." Notably, all five members of ITZY will include solo tracks on the album, contributing to the composition and lyrics.

▲ K-pop girl group NMIXX / Courtesy of JYP Entertainment

NMIXX, another girl group under JYP Entertainment, is set to make a comeback on January 15 with the second mini-album, "Fe3O4: BREAK." The group unveiled a preview of one of the songs, "Sonar (Breaker)," blending Latin-inspired hip-hop and UK garage.

▲ Hui of K-pop boy band PENTAGON / Courtesy of Cube Entertainment

Hui, a member of boy group PENTAGON, is gearing up for his solo debut with the mini-album "WHU IS ME: Complex" on January 16. The 30-year-old, who debuted with PENTAGON in 2016, has songwriting credits on several of the group's songs.

The upcoming releases reflect a diverse range of styles and contributions from the artists, indicating an exciting start to the musical year for K-pop enthusiasts.

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