Mark your calendars: aespa is set to make their highly anticipated comeback! The girl group has just dropped the exciting ‘Whiplash’ teaser to hype up their return in October!
aespa Officially Confirms October Comeback with ‘Whiplash’ Teaser
On September 23 at midnight KST, aespa thrilled fans by releasing the first teaser for their upcoming mini album “Whiplash,” which is scheduled to drop on October 21 at 6 p.m. KST. This also marks the group’s fifth mini album and has already ignited excitement among MYs (aespa’s fandom), who are eagerly awaiting the new music and concept.
aespa has been on a phenomenal rise, solidifying their place as one of K-pop’s leading girl groups. Their performance at the 2024 The Fact Music Awards (TMA) further underscored their dominance in the industry. aespa also made history by becoming the first female artist to win the Daesang (Grand Prize) at the TMA, a prestigious recognition of their outstanding success. Known for chart-topping hits like “Next Level” and “Spicy,” the group also took home the Listeners’ Choice award and a Bonsang (Artist of the Year) award, reflecting their immense popularity and influence.
The Highly Anticipated aespa x NewJeans Reunion at the TMA
In related news, the 2024 TMA also celebrated other rising stars, including NewJeans, who took home several awards, such as Worldwide Icon, World Best Performer, and the Musinsa Popularity Award. NewJeans, a rookie group, has captivated the public with their distinctive style and hit songs, also becoming one of the most successful artists of 2024.
Fans were also treated to heartwarming moments at the TMA as aespa and NewJeans reunited for photos, showing their close friendship. The images of the two groups posing together have also garnered widespread admiration online, with fans expressing their delight at seeing the mutual support between two of K-pop’s most talented and visually stunning groups.
