May 2025 is shaping up to be a dynamic month for K-pop, with a packed lineup of comebacks, debuts, and major concerts. Here’s a comprehensive English news article summarizing the key K-pop idol comebacks and concert information for May 2025.
K-pop Heats Up May 2025 with Star-Studded Comebacks and Concerts
May 2025 promises to be a thrilling month for K-pop fans worldwide, as a wave of top idols and rising stars return with new music and electrifying performances.
Major Comebacks and Debuts
The month kicks off with TRENDZ releasing their 5th single album, “Chameleon,” on May 1, setting the tone for a month of diverse musical offerings.
TXT (Tomorrow X Together) follows closely with their highly anticipated album, “What’s Your LOVE LANGUAGE?,” dropping on May 2. E’LAST will unveil their 5th mini album, “Versus,” on May 7, while girl group tripleS is set to release “ASSEMBLE25” with the title track “Stranger Things” on May 12. That same day, rookie group MEOVV debuts with their first mini album, “MY EYES OPEN VVIDE”
BOYNEXTDOOR returns on May 13 with their 4th mini album, “No Genre,” and XG is scheduled to release their 6th single, “MILLION PLACES,” on May 14. BTS’s Jin makes a solo comeback with his 2nd mini album, “Echo,” featuring the title track “Don’t Say You Love Me,” on May 16.
SEVENTEEN will celebrate their 10th anniversary with a special full-length album on May 26, marking a decade of chart-topping hits and global influence. The month rounds out with The Rose dropping their 4th mini album, “WRLD,” on May 30.
Other notable acts expected to make a splash in May include RIIZE with their first full album, P1Harmony, (G)I-DLE with their 8th mini album, N.Flying, Red Velvet’s Irene & Seulgi, and more. Several new units and rookies, such as Double 0ne and AtHeart, are also set to debut, adding to the excitement
Concert Highlights and Festival Lineups
May is not just about album releases—it’s also a prime month for live K-pop experiences. The 2025 SBS Mega Concert will take place at Incheon Asiad Stadium on May 31, featuring a star-studded lineup that includes legends like SUPER JUNIOR and next-generation groups such as RIIZE and Hearts2Hearts. This event promises dynamic stages and unforgettable moments for fans.
Throughout the month, fans can also catch weekly music shows like SBS The SHOW (every Tuesday) and SBS Inkigayo (every Sunday), offering opportunities to see comeback stages and live performances from the month’s hottest acts.
Additionally, the Seoul Spring Festa – Wonder Show, held on April 30 at Seoul World Cup Stadium, will set the stage for May’s festivities, featuring performances from NCT WISH, THE BOYZ, NMIXX, STAYC, and more.
Looking Ahead
With so many comebacks, debuts, and concerts packed into a single month, May 2025 is set to be a landmark period for K-pop. Fans are encouraged to check official artist channels and ticketing platforms for the latest updates on album releases and concert schedules.
Key May 2025 K-pop Comebacks
Date | Artist | Release/Album Title |
May 1 | TRENDZ | 5th Single Album “Chameleon” |
May 2 | TXT | “What’s Your LOVE LANGUAGE?” |
May 7 | E’LAST | 5th Mini Album “Versus” |
May 12 | tripleS | “ASSEMBLE25” |
May 12 | MEOVV | 1st Mini Album “MY EYES OPEN VVIDE” |
May 13 | BOYNEXTDOOR | 4th Mini Album “No Genre” |
May 14 | XG | 6th Single “MILLION PLACES” |
May 16 | Jin (BTS) | 2nd Mini Album “Echo” |
May 26 | SEVENTEEN | 10th Anniversary Full Album |
May 30 | The Rose | 4th Mini Album “WRLD” |
RIIZE, P1Harmony, Red Velvet’s Irene & Seulgi, BIBI, and FIFTY FIFTY are all expected to make comebacks or have major activities in May, though exact dates are not confirmed. Other artists are also preparing releases, making May a busy month for K-pop.
Major Concerts
Date | Event/Festival | Venue | Key Lineup Highlights |
May 31 | SBS Mega Concert | Incheon Asiad Stadium | SUPER JUNIOR, RIIZE, Hearts2Hearts |
Weekly | SBS The SHOW | SBS Prism Tower Studio | Various (weekly music show) |
Weekly | SBS Inkigayo | SBS Deungchon-dong Hall | Various (weekly music show) |
April 30 | Seoul Spring Festa | Seoul World Cup Stadium | NCT WISH, THE BOYZ, NMIXX, STAYC, etc. |
May 2025 will be a month to remember for K-pop fans, with a vibrant mix of new music and live events lighting up the scene.
Author : Fanwork