August music charts inundated by K-pop returnings
South Korean girl group IVE is set to release their fourth extended play (EP), "Ive Secret," on August 25, 2025. The announcement has been made, but some product listings suggest a release date of August 26, 2025, possibly due to differences in time zones or retail dates.
The lead track from the EP is titled "XOXZ," hinted at by the phrase "'XOXZ,' Coming soon" in the group's teaser images. As of the latest available information, the full tracklist has not been publicly disclosed.
Meanwhile, soloist Joy from Red Velvet is also making her return to the music scene with her first mini album since her debut in 2014. Titled "From Joy, with Love," the album is scheduled for release on August 18, 2025. The album consists of six songs, including the title track "Love Splash!".
This month also marks the return of Stray Kids and Key of SHINee to the music scene. Stray Kids will release their fourth full album titled "Karma" on August 22, 2025, consisting of 11 tracks fully written and composed by the team's producer trio, 3Racha. The lead song of the album is "Ceremony."
Key will release his third LP, "Stranger," on August 11, 2025. The album includes a title track, an English-language single, a synth-based track, and a song featuring Seulgi of Red Velvet. The album consists of 10 tracks.
Key will also perform three concerts titled "2025 Keyland: Uncanny Valley" from September 26-28 at the Olympic Park Olympic Handall Stadium in Songpa-gu, southern Seoul.
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In the realm of music, IVE's EP "Ive Secret" is set to debut on August 25, 2025, featuring the lead track "XOXZ". Meanwhile, Joy from Red Velvet is making her comeback with her first mini album since her debut in 2014, titled "From Joy, with Love", scheduled for release on August 18, 2025, with the title track "Love Splash!".
