K-Pop Idols Making Solo Comebacks This Month

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With 2024 already here, the K-Pop scene is set ablaze again with the promise of long-awaited debuts from some of your favorite idols. As the calendar days for January unfold, let's check out what comebacks are ready to welcome in a new year for your favorite K-Pop idols.


6 K-Pop Idols Making Soloist Comeback This January 2024

Kim Sung-kyu (Infinite)

Kim Sung-kyu
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As the leader of the 2nd gen K-pop group InfiniteKim Sung-kyu released the single Feeling on January 1 to welcome the new year. 

As part of a project he dubbed Re:Born Project, Sung-kyu aims to present a combination of music that expands beyond genres and generations. That includes reinterpreting classics such as Feeling, originally sung by rock singer-songwriter Kim Sa-rang from his 1999 debut album.

The project aims to breathe new life into beloved classics and take listeners back in time to a world of nostalgia and familiarity.

Min-ho (SHINee)

Min-ho
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As SHINee's main rapper for over 15 years, Min-ho will officially make his sixth solo comeback on January 6.

Categorized as an R&B song accompanied by lo-fi style guitars and a warm sound, Stay for the Night was written by Min-ho. 

Much like Feeling, Min-ho wants to evoke a feeling of longing and wanting to be by someone's side for the rest of their life.  

Along with his anticipated comeback, he returned to the stage for his first-ever solo fan concert, which took place in Jangchung Arena in Seoul last January 6 and 7.  

Junghyeon (TIOT)

Junghyeon
Image from TIOT’s Instagram

You might recognize Junghyeon from his standout performances on Mnet's Boys Planet, particularly his iconic moment from Gang. Now part of TIOT, a 4-member boy group under Redstart ENM, he's delving back into his solo roots. 

With an OST already under his belt for the K-Drama Summer Strike, alongside famous artists like The Boyz and Enhypen, Junghyeon's new single WWW promises a fresh take on music.

While not much is known yet, fans are anxiously awaiting his return on January 9, which will showcase his individual artistry and charisma once again. 

Kyuhyun (Super Junior)

Kyuhyun
Image from NME

Since leaving SM Entertainment to embark on a new journey with Antenna music, Kyuhyun will return to the stage as a solo artist on January 9 with his EP Restart.

Restart will be Kyuhyun's first solo album in two years and will consist of six songs.

As a special surprise to fans and showcasing member support, Super Junior members Ryeowook and Yesung will participate in the sixth track, Because It's You.

Hui (Pentagon)

Hui
Image from The Korean Times

As the leader of Pentagon, a nine-member group signed under Cube Entertainment, Hui will be debuting as a soloist for the first time in eight years. 

Known for writing hit songs like Pentagon's Shine and Wanna One's Energetic, it's no surprise he self-composed and produced all four songs from his mini album WHU IS ME: Complex.   

Set for release on January 16th, the album concept will captivate you with Hui's "boyish rockstar charms."

SEOLA (WJSN)

SEOLA
Image from Dispatch

Seola will be the first member of Starship Entertainment's girl group Cosmic Girls (WJSN) to debut as a soloist. 

While not much is known outside the released track list, a logo (as seen above) was revealed to the public. 

While we wait for January 23rd, you can tune in to daily vlogs and vocal covers from her personal YouTube channel, Seola’s Moments.

Conclusion

The stage is ready for these artists' highly anticipated comebacks, from nostalgic beats to fresh tunes; fans are ready to start the new year right. 


So, have you marked your calendars yet? And which comeback are you eagerly awaiting? Share your excitement with us in the comments below.

From Marry My Husband to the return of  check out all the K-Dramas coming out this month as well as some K-Drama favorites from 2023. 

What are K-Pop comebacks?

K-Pop comebacks occur when talent agencies introduce new artists through live broadcasts to create buzz around an upcoming debut.

Is G-Dragon going to make a comeback?

In a recent press release, Galaxy Corporation announced G-Dragon will return as an artist in 2024. However, a set date has yet to be revealed.

Which K-Pop group members were the first to debut solo?

For popular groups like Twice, BLACKPINK, and EXO, members like Nayeon, Jennie, and Baekhyun were the first from their respective groups to have a solo debut.


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