IVE to Release Second Full Album “REVIVE+” on the 23rd…First Comeback in 6 Months

IVE is returning with a new release after approximately 6 months. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, confirmed that the group will make a comeback on the 23rd with their second full album, “REVIVE+.” by iMBC Entertainment on January 16, IVE was working on a new album with a target release at the end of February. Starship Entertainment stated that detailed schedules would be announced later while urging fans to stay supportive. This comeback marks the first new music release in about 6 months since their fourth mini-album, “IVE SECRET,” which was released in August last year. It is also the first work in approximately 2 years and 10 months since their first full album, “I’ve IVE,” released in April 2023. As IVE has expanded their musical scope from themes of self-confidence to messages of empathy and solidarity, this album signals another transformation for the group. The lead single, “BANG BANG,” was exclusively released on Melon on the 9th and, as of 10 days after its release, reached third place on Melon’s TOP 100 chart and first place on its HOT 100 chart, demonstrating fans’ high level of interest in the second full album. Until the official album release on the 23rd, Melon plans to offer various fan engagement content, including exclusive highlight medleys and real-time chat sessions featuring the members. Meanwhile, member Leeseo concluded her tenure as host of SBS’s “Inkigayo” after the program aired on the 7th, ending a 1 year and 7 month stint in the role. Leeseo expressed her happiness by saying, “Being a music show host was my long-time dream, and I was truly thrilled to realize it on ‘Inkigayo,’” adding that she will show more growth as a member of IVE moving forward. Starting with their world tour “SHOW WHAT I AM” in October, IVE continues to be active globally, including confirming performances at the Kyocera Dome Osaka in Japan.