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New K-pop Drops: BLACKPINK’s Lisa, MONSTA X, TXT, and More

It’s been an exciting past week in K-pop, thanks to the hot new music drops after Labor Day. We got the solo debut of BLACKPINK’s Lisa, and the first comeback from promising girl group PURPLE KISS. MONSTA X has returned with another English single, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER dropped a hot remix featuring MOD SUN. On top of all that, it couple HyunA & DAWN finally made their debut as a musical duo.

SEPTEMBER 6

DAY6’s Young K: Guard You

The DAY6 bassist and rapper has released his first solo album Eternal with the gorgeous title track Guard You. The mini-album features seven songs that were written and produced by Kang Younghyun himself. The EP is a gift for MYDAYs ahead of Young K’s military enlistment in October 2021.

OMEGA X: WHAT’S GOIN’ ON

It’s only been three months since the 11-member rookie group debuted but now they’re back with a darkly sexy single album. Hangyeom, Jaehan, Hwichan, Sebin, Taedong, Xen, Jehyun, Kevin, Junghoon, Hyuk, and Yechan are proving their drive for excellence. OMEGA X has also revealed their official fandom name, FOR X.

SEPTEMBER 7

MAMAMOO’s Solar: Always, be with you (Lovers of the Red Sky OST)

Kim Yongsun turns in a breathtaking ballad for the Lovers of the Red Sky OST. The MV features Hong Cheon Gi (Kim Yoo Jung) as she slowly falls for Ha Ram (Ahn Hyo Seop). Solar also joined MAMAMOO on their “best of” album,  released on September 15.

SEPTEMBER 8

PURPLE KISS: Zombie

The promising rookie girl group is back just six months after their debut with a new mini-album Hide & Seek. The title track Zombie is a refreshing take on zombies that shows off the girls’ unique vibe.

FUN FACT: The boy in the MV is played by ONEWE bassist Cya, who co-wrote the song with members Dosie and Yuki.

SEPTEMBER 9

HyunA & DAWN: PING PONG

The power couple has officially debuted as a musical duo with the mini-album 1+1=1. The bright and energetic MV for PING PONG showcases the unique, individual styles of HyunA & DAWN that always complement each other.

Lee Hi: Red Lipstick (Feat. 윤미래)

Lee Hayi is back with her fourth studio album 4 Only and the LP proves the soloist’s distinct versatility. For instance, the funky title track Red Lipstick featuring rapper Yoon Mirae doesn’t sound anything like the pre-release song Savior (feat B.I.), yet, the songs still feel like they should be in the same album.

SEPTEMBER 10

BLACKPINK’s Lisa: LALISA

Lalisa Manoban in your area! The Blackpink rapper and main dancer is here with her first solo single album which proudly chants her real name. While the track is clearly all about Lisa, it vibes the same sound and energy that Blinks love.

MONSTA X: One Day

MONSTA X is back with another English track and yes, it’s another emotional breakup song from the idol group. One Day was released early on audio streaming services, several hours before the official MV was dropped. The music video features leader Shownu who had enlisted for military service in July.

TXT: 0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. MOD SUN

The new remix for TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s hit single is finally here and it is just as energetic as the original track. MOD SUN and TXT have both been hyping up the remix’s release and with its awesome MV, it was all worth the (brief) wait.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa Manoban finally releases her solo debut, LALISA. Photo: BLACKPINK/YouTube

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