On the 13th, iKON released a photo teaser from the music video of their newest song which is going to be the title track for their upcoming album release. The forthcoming comeback is the first activity of the male Korean idol group after reorganising into a six-member band following the withdrawal of Hanbin or most popularly known as B.I.
The three teaser photos of iKON which were released through their official group's Instagram account were posted with a caption saying, "In the process of filming a new song." iKON then announced that their comeback would undoubtedly come within this year.
In the photos, the group members were wearing red costumes, particularly red suits which perfectly matches the intense and fiery dance choreography which are also seen in the images. This is a sign that the group is ready to show their more powerful and robust style as idols which they haven't done before.
Regarding the reorganisation, an official from their agency, Y.G. Entertainment, stated that "Ikon which regrouped into a six-member system has entered the final stage of the title song's music video production. Their new album is also already on the works."
It is also expected that Kim Ji Hwan, Bobby, Song Yoon Hyung, Gu Junhoe, Kim Dong-hyuk, and Jung Chan Woo will do a great job in the upcoming album.
Upon the release of the news, netizens have divided emotions, especially loyal iKON fans. Some were happy to welcome and support the group's future release after a temporary hiatus, while some fans were being sentimental about this news since Hanbin won't be present anymore.
On the other hand, before this announcement, Hanbin or B.I. recently released a demo song on his SoundCloud account. The fans were able to hear him sing again after several controversies saying that he will be quitting the music industry. Through the demo song, Hanbin ensure fans that he will be finally become active on releasing new songs again, though the schedule has to be announced yet.
The most important thing is that his healthy and alive, and is up to steal his fans' hearts again after being allegedly involved in a drug abuse scandal. However, further investigations weren't conducted, and he was immediately forced out from Y.G. Entertainment followed by his apology letter.
Meanwhile, it is one of the hardest times for Y.G. after facing lots of hardships last year. Although, is it anticipated that 2020, Y.G. will be setting the stage again through the back-to-back comeback and concert of their idols.
Coming from Ikon's new activities, WINNER as well, aside from their expected new album, are currently having their world tour concert, upon opening the New Year in Thailand. After their tour from Seoul, Taipei, Jakarta, and Macau, WINNER is also expected to greet and meet their fans with their prepared performances in Manila on the 25th, Ho Chi Minh, on February 1, and Singapore on February
