BTS are back. Almost four years ago, the K-pop heavyweights went on hiatus in order to fulfill their mandatory South Korean military service. Last summer, they announced that they were back to work and getting ready to release a new album in the first half of 2026., as Stereogum reports.
NME independently reported that like the folk song of the same name, the new record is expected to carry themes of connection, distance, and reunion.
The new album is said to be 14-tracks deep, “a deeply reflective body of work” that explores the K-pop superstars’ “identity and roots,” reads a statement. (Billboard)
What This Means Locally
Get ready, Los Angeles! K-pop titans BTS are officially back and gearing up for a massive reunion with their dedicated fanbase. The global superstars will be taking over SoFi Stadium in Inglewood for two nights in September 2026, promising an unforgettable experience for ARMY here in the Southland.
Last updated February 22, 2026.
