BRANDNEW MUSIC launches Para Music, a K-POP label to nurture global artists and support their independent activities.

Rhymer, the representative of BRANDNEW MUSIC, bids farewell to AB6IX after their 7-year contract ends. He expresses gratitude and shares memories on Instagram, highlighting the emotional moments from their journey together. AB6IX will take a break after their final concerts on May 23 and 24, following the release of their new album.

On the afternoon of the 20th, a VIP screening of the film 'Guntai' was held at Lotte Cinema World Tower in Seoul. Attendees included Jung Hae-in, ASTRO's Yoon Sanha, and many other stars. The film depicts isolated survivors battling evolving infected individuals in a quarantined building due to an unidentified infection crisis.

YOUNITE has unveiled a new side with their 8th mini-album 'INYUN Part.1', featuring the title track 'POSE!'. The music video, directed by Lee Jun-yup, showcases members meditating and striking unique poses in a traditional setting, visually expressing the album's concept. Released on the 12th, it has garnered attention for its artistic approach.

On the afternoon of May 12, YOUNITE held a showcase at Seoul's NOL Theater for their 8th mini-album 'INYUN Part.1.' The album tells a story about 'INYUN,' or unbreakable bonds, across different situations and times. The group also teased their comeback with a logo trailer and made appearances at a ceremonial event in refreshing uniforms.

Kstyle and IDOLCHAMP introduce 'Kstyle POWER PUSH', allowing fans to vote for their favorite K-POP artists from April 28 to May 10. This initiative supports artists' comebacks, with ORβIT as the featured artist for April. Fans can use 'Ruby CHAMSIM' to vote, which can be earned or purchased in the app.

YOUNITE is set to make a comeback on May 12, as announced by their agency Para Music. This marks their first release in about 9 months since their second single 'BOMBA' last August. The comeback is particularly notable as it is their first under the K-POP label Para Music, a subsidiary of BRANDNEW MUSIC. More details will be revealed soon.

AB6IX will enter a hiatus after their concert on May 24, 2026, as their exclusive contract with BRANDNEW MUSIC ends on May 25. The agency expressed gratitude to fans and emphasized respect for the members' choices regarding future contracts. AB6IX debuted in 2019 and has been a significant part of the agency's identity.

AB6IX is set to appear in 'NORAEBANG LIVE' showcasing their title track 'BOTTOMS UP' from their 3rd album 'SEVEN: CRIMSON HORIZON'. The live video will be released on the official Studio AZeed YouTube channel on the 4th at 8 PM. The content aims to deliver energy and smiles to fans, featuring various artists alongside AB6IX.

At the KBO League game on the 1st, YOUNITE members Eunho and Sion participated in the opening pitch ceremony. Additionally, BRANDNEW MUSIC announced the establishment of a new label, Para Music, with YOUNITE as its first artist. Eunho faced criticism for an alleged incident of harassment at an overseas event involving a female fan.

On the afternoon of the 31st, AB6IX attended an event at Shin-Hyeon High School in Incheon for the web content 'Today Our School Is.' This project features popular artists and aims to deliver healing and happiness through engaging performances and discussions, focusing on students and teachers. Additionally, AB6IX released their 3rd full album 'SEVEN: CRIMSON HORIZON' and announced a comeback in March after five years.