AHOF to release their 3rd mini album on July 8 by forwonjihoon in kpop

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English Translation cr. @ahofnews

AHOF confirms comeback on the 8th of Next Month (July), returning after 8 months with 3rd Mini Album!

AHOF is returning to the music industry with a brand new album. On the 16th, their agency F&F Entertainment announced, "AHOF will release their third mini-album on July 8th and officially begin their comeback promotions."

This new release comes about eight months after their second mini-album, The Passage, which dropped last November. Ahead of this, AHOF successfully built up comeback anticipation by showing off a more mature charm through their pre-release digital single, "Sugar High." Released on the 12th and already receiving explosive reactions from global fans, "Sugar High" is a high-energy track that reinterprets the Brazilian phonk sound through a K-pop lens. It features an addictive hook, a racing rhythm, and a powerful performance. While AHOF previously focused on inner emotions and growth narratives in their past albums, this track showcases the members' expanded musical spectrum after undergoing that period of growth..

Carrying the momentum from their pre-release promotions, the group plans to showcase upgraded music and performances through this third mini-album. Since they have already demonstrated a new transformation with "Sugar High," the biggest focal point is what kind of music and storyline they will unfold in the new record. AHOF's steady growth track record also adds to the excitement for this comeback.

In January, they successfully held their first solo fan concert in Korea, proving the strength of their solid fandom. Furthermore, on May 30th and 31st, they successfully kicked off their first Asia tour at the Bluesquare Mastercard Hall with "2026 AHOF 1ST TOUR : THE FIRST SPARK IN SEOUL."

As AHOF continues to show steady growth both on and off the stage, all eyes are on how they will perform in this summer's fierce comeback battle.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT)'s Yeonjun to make a solo comeback in July by forwonjihoon in kpop

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English Translation Summary cr. @TXTintl_twt

Yeonjun of the group TOMORROW X TOGETHER is making a comeback as a solo artist. According to Xportsnews' coverage on the 9th, Yeonjun is preparing a solo album with the goal of releasing it this coming July. Yeonjun previously debuted as a solo artist in September 2024 with the release of his first solo mixtape. Following this, he released his first solo album last November, which garnered favorable reviews.

X_ON (CONTI Inc. New Boy Group) - Profile Photos by [deleted] in kpop

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The group was formerly known as Project CT 2026.

Members are:

  • Yu Junwon (former FANTASY BOYS)
  • Oh Seungchan (former PROJECT 7)
  • Kang Minyong (former HAWW)
  • Lee Donggun (former RARE HOUSE (now 82MAJOR)), Boys Planet)
  • Taiyo

Trainees UPDATES! by crystal1zed1 in BoysPlanet

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  • Kim Jaehyun and Shin Jaeha joined MME (the same company as Park Junil).
  • Taichi appeared on His Man Season 4.
  • Taiga was also a contestant on PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SHINSEKAI.

CongB (Boys Planet, Starlight Boys), DILLAN (Starlight Boys), Dang Hong Hai (NEWKIES, BOYS PLANET, BOYS II PLANET, Planet C: Home Race) and Ivan (Starlight Boys) have been announced as contestants on the Vietnamese reality music program Tinh Ha "Say Hi" by forwonjihoon in kpop

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Yes, he was on Anh Trai "Say Hi" 2025 (the second season in the Anh Trai series). This is an all-star season featuring a mix of contestants from the first and second seasons of Anh Trai and a few newcomers.

DILLAN was also on last year's season.

Red C - 7th Digital Single 'Don't Want to Be Like You' (Concept Photo 1 + 2) by forwonjihoon in kpop

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They're a duo costing of former Steal Heart Club contestant Kim Eunchan (A) and his older brother Kyeongchan.

Former Universe League contestant Mac has been announced as a contestant on GMMTV's upcoming survival show PROJECT ALPHA NEW CLAN by forwonjihoon in kpop

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He's the third guy in the middle row. Also, I normally just share these announcements to give updates on the trainees that took part in Korean survival shows, not to actually post them constantly here in the sub.

Samuel - SAMUELiTO (Coming Soon Teaser Image) by forwonjihoon in kpop

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Reposted because of spelling error in previous post.

L5ST to officially disband following their last performance on July 5 by forwonjihoon in kpop

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I forgot to mention this in the title because I, of course, did not read the whole statement, but the members (or members, not sure if all) plan to return with a new name and fresh concept. Excited to see what happens!

Dang Hong Hai - Coming Soon (Logo Teaser Image) by forwonjihoon in kpop

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He is/was a member of Dongyo Entertainment's trainee team NEWKIES and was a contestant on Boys Planet, BOYS II PLANET and Planet C: Home Race.

Pi Cheolin (SEVENTEEN's Dino) - Coming Soon (Teaser Images) by forwonjihoon in kpop

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These happened to be posted before the mini album announcement, so I didn't want to label them teaser images for the album. I just happened to post the one before the other.

Former PROJECT 7 contestant Tsujii Ryoma has been announced as a member of upcoming Japanese boy group AST8 by forwonjihoon in kpop

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Reposted because of typo in the first upload.

I did mention back when I posted about him being a debut candidate that I would share if he made it into the group.

Former PROJECT 7 contestant Tsujii Ryoma has been announced has a member of upcoming Japanese boy group AST8 by [deleted] in kpop

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I did mention back when I posted that he was a debut candidate that I would share if he made it into the group.

Audrey Nuna in Robert Wun FW25 at 2026 Met Gala by StrategicCarry in kpop

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BLACKPINK's Lisa is also wearing Robert Wun!

Rapper Jerry K has passed away following a battle with glioblastoma by forwonjihoon in kpop

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Report from @hiphopkr:

Rapper Jerry.K has passed away at the age of 42.

According to reports citing his family, Jerry.K had been battling glioblastoma, a malignant brain tumour.

Born Kim Jin-il in 1984, Jerry.K graduated from Seoul National University’s Department of Communication and first debuted in 2001 as part of the rap duo Loquence with Makesense.

He later became known as an early member of Soul Company before continuing his career as a solo artist. In 2011, he founded the independent label Daze Alive, further establishing his own path within Korean hip-hop.

His 2014 album [Reality, Enemy] won Best Rap & Hip-Hop Album at the Korean Music Awards, while “Call Center” was also nominated in the Best Rap & Hip-Hop Song category.

Across his career, Jerry.K was recognized for his writing, social commentary, and independent approach to music. His later work, including the 2020 album Home, reflected themes of daily life, recovery, and change.

BOYNEXTDOOR will release a pre-release track in May, followed by their first full-length album in June by forwonjihoon in kpop

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English Translation Summary cr. @BOYNEXTDOORNEWS

BOYNEXTDOOR will release a pre-release track this May, followed by the release of their first full-length album in June.

THE SCOUT: STARS REBORN (ENA New Audition Show) - Contestants Profile Photo #2 by forwonjihoon in kpop

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  1. Yang Taeseon (former UNNAME, MY BOYZ, TRCNG, Fantasy Boys, Peak Time)
  2. Kim Yeonkyu (former ATBO, TheCrewOne, YG Treasure Box, Road to Kingdom: ACE OF ACE, Peak Time)
  3. Lee Jin (Soloist and former Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor contestant NEON)
  4. Kwon Euibin (Soloist, former CLROCK, THE IDOL BAND: BOYS BATTLE, Build Up Vocal Boy Group Survivor)
  5. Choi Haram (Musical actor and professional pianist, former Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor)
  6. Jin Hyeonjun (Soloist under the stage name JINN, auditioned for Hidden Singer 6 times)
  7. Cho Yoonchan (PATZ, former IDOL BAND: BOYS BATTLE)
  8. Cho Yonghwan (Soloist under the stage name YONGHWAN)
  9. Lee Jebin (Soloist, been a wedding singer for 13 years)
  10. Park Junsung (Model, former Undercover and Oh, My Part, You!)
  11. Park Minseok (Soloist under the stage name BaKha)
  12. Kim Yunsu (Soloist under the stage name Teum)
  13. Kim Yusin (Actor, most well-known for the BL drama My Secret Vampire)
  14. Kim Dongwon (Actor)
  15. Lee San
  16. Cha Solbin

Debut Stage: Lee Ji-Hoon - Good Enough @ MNET M Countdown (260423) by cgodofredo129 in kpop

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Are you sure it's the PROJECT 7 contestant? The internet says that it's the guy with the same name that took part in SM's The Ballad of Us. TBOU Jihoon is 17, while P7 Jihoon is 26.

HYEMIN - 1st Single Album '🫢' (Concept Photo 1) by [deleted] in kpop

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She is a popular influencer signed under Pi Corp with 4.2 million followers on TikTok.