K-POP New Releases [April 2025]

YumKep1er

Kep1er 케플러 | ‘Yum’ M/V

The title track of girl group Kep1er’s first Japanese EP, “AGAINST THE WORLD.” It’s an uptempo house song that carries a positive message about overcoming challenges with a sense of fun.

Its invigorating, addictive melody combined with energetic vocals will lift your spirits.

The EP, released on April 30, 2025, includes five tracks in total, featuring a Japanese version.

First unveiled at their fan concert at Pacifico Yokohama in March 2025, the song showcases the group’s new charm as a seven-member lineup.

Perfect for kicking off a new challenge or when you want to boost your mood.

BTGKiiiKiii

KiiiKiii 키키 ‘BTG’ MV

KiiiKiii is a five-piece rookie girls’ group you can’t take your eyes off.

Having debuted in Korea under STARSHIP Entertainment in March 2025, they’ve released an ambitious track from their EP “UNCUT GEM” that boldly champions self-affirmation.

Blending hip-hop and EDM into a mysterious sound, the track weaves chic rap with dreamy melodies to create a distinctive world of its own.

With a groovy 808 bassline and an immersive arrangement, it’s a number that captivates listeners.

Chosen as brand ambassadors for KakaoBank, this skilled group delivers a song that’s perfect for moments when you want to cherish your true self or boost your motivation.

Love & HateKwon Jin Ah

권진아 Kwon Jin Ah ‘Love & Hate’ Official MV

A gem of a love song, beautifully weaving the vertical and horizontal threads of emotion.

It’s a track from singer-songwriter Kwon Jinah’s album “The Dreamest,” released in April 2025.

The melody intertwines the opposing emotions of love and hate, and the sound impressively fuses elements of ballad and R&B.

Her vocals—both powerful and delicate—capture the complexities of love without leaving anything out.

The music video features former Weki Meki member Kim Doyeon and model Hong Taejun.

Through striking visuals and performances, it allows you to immerse yourself even deeper in the song’s world.

When your heart is wavering, this piece is sure to be there for you.

Come OverLE SSERAFIM

LE SSERAFIM (르세라핌) ‘Come Over’ OFFICIAL MV with Android

A single packed with the charm of LE SSERAFIM, breaking new ground with a retro, dreamlike sound infused with nu-jazz elements.

Included on the album “HOT,” released in March 2025, the group has been continuing their vigorous activities.

The music video—where the members, in collaboration with an AI assistant, weave a refreshing supermarket-set drama—has also become a hot topic.

Highlights include Kazuha, a former ballet dancer, showcasing her elegant moves, along with catchy performances from all the members.

Born from a collaboration with the British band Jungle, the breezy track is perfect for those moments when you want to dance and feel a sense of liberation.

Wakey WakeyLucy

[MV] LUCY – 잠깨 / ENG sub

A new release from Korean indie band LUCY in March 2025, marked by a catchy pop melody intertwined with violin lines.

Led by violinist Shin Ye-chan, the four-piece delivers a dazzling sound that culminates in an exhilarating track.

Light, nimble piano phrases and clear, translucent vocals create a pleasant atmosphere that evokes the arrival of spring.

From their 2020 debut “Dear.” to albums like “PANORAMA,” this song showcases the musical maturity they’ve steadily built while growing their fanbase.

Centered on the theme of waking up in the morning and expressing a positive mindset, it’s perfect for a morning drive or your commute to school or work.

Heavenly Ever After (천국보다 아름다운)Lim Young Woong

[MV] 임영웅 – 천국보다 아름다운 | 천국보다 아름다운 OST | Heavenly Ever After OST

A gem of a ballad crafted by Lim Young-woong, a trot singer who enjoys immense popularity in South Korea.

Released in April 2024 as part of the OST for the JTBC drama “You’re Beautiful Even in Heaven,” the song exquisitely blends trot and ballad styles, harmonizing warm, rich vocals with delicate expression.

It gently wraps feelings of parting from a loved one—and the hope of meeting again—in a soft, resonant embrace.

This track fully showcases the prowess of the artist who won overwhelming support on the 2020 program “Mr.

Trot.” In step with the drama’s storyline, it’s a heartwarming piece you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone dear.

1999MARK

MARK 마크 ‘1999’ MV

A refreshing pop tune colored by funky guitar riffs and brassy sounds.

Showcasing the skills he honed through NCT’s unit activities to the fullest, Canada-born Mark makes his long-awaited solo debut with his first solo album, “The Firstfruit.” With an impact reminiscent of a movie title, this work is packed with sound design that exquisitely blends a variety of instruments and orchestration, set against the world on the eve of the millennium in 1999.

Behind-the-scenes stories about the album are also available on Apple Music’s radio show “on your MARK.” With its grand sense of scale and vibrant musicality, this is a track that moves you as he breaks through boundaries.