[List of New Korean Songs] Latest & Trending K-POP Roundup [April 2026]
We’re featuring a packed selection of brand-new songs from Korea and K-pop!
Even if you usually keep up with the news, isn’t it tough to check every new release?
In this article, we mainly cover the latest tracks while also picking up Japan-related songs by idols and selections across genres.
It’s a list you can use when you want to get a broad view of new K-pop and Korean music.
When you listen to a variety of songs, you often discover, “Oh, this one’s great too!”
I hope readers have those kinds of fun encounters.
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K-POP New Song Releases (71–80)
HertzMoon Byul

Moonbyul’s “Hertz,” performed as a member of the powerhouse girl group MAMAMOO.
It’s the title track of her third single “REV,” released in March 2026.
The concept centers on “racing down the track powered by one’s own frequency,” featuring a commanding beat and richly layered vocals.
Set at a BPM of 114—mirroring a heartbeat—the tempo radiates a full-body, pulse-quickening energy.
Moonbyul participated in both writing and composing, showcasing her keen musical sensibilities.
Its exhilarating, high-velocity sound is perfect for boosting your mood or soundtracking a drive.
BANG BANGive

IVE from Starship Entertainment is set to release in February 2026.
The track “BANG BANG” serves as the opening number for the album “REVIVE+,” which drops the same month.
Blending the breeziness of Western swing with hard-hitting EDM, it instantly amps you up the moment you hear it! The song embodies a strong determination to shake off stares and rumors and charge down the path you’ve chosen, and it’s extra exciting that member Jang Wonyoung took part in the lyrics.
Hitting No.
1 on Melon’s Top 100 right after its release, it’s a track that sends anticipation for the album soaring.
Perfect for when you want to boost your confidence or reset your mood and move forward—the courage will come rushing in!
KarmaYounha

Singer-songwriter Younha, who has carved out a unique place with piano-centered rock and an emotional vocal style.
This is the title track from her first remake EP, “SUB CHARACTER,” released on March 9, 2026.
The work reconstructs a song by Dareharu, depicting dark, dramatic themes such as the anger and questioning that linger after loss.
The result is an alternative rock piece that brilliantly fuses the original’s dark-fantasy worldview with Younha’s powerful high notes and a vibrant band sound.
It’s a perfect track for when you want to immerse yourself in her overwhelming expressiveness or have your emotions profoundly stirred.
TIC TIC (feat. Pabllo Vittar)NMIXX

NMIXX, a girl group under JYP Entertainment that continues its remarkable run with their unique “mix pop” genre.
This is a digital single released in February 2026, featuring Brazil’s representative pop star Pabllo Vittar as a guest artist.
Although the release doesn’t have a specific tie-in, it was premiered at the São Paulo Carnival in the same month, and the festive atmosphere brimming with heat served as a major promotion in itself.
With a fast-paced sound blending drift funk and Latin elements, it carries a positive message about savoring each and every moment even amid busy days.
It’s a dance track packed with precision into a brief two minutes—perfect for when you want to lift your spirits to the max!
I DON’T BARGAINALLDAY PROJECT

ALLDAY PROJECT is a five-member co-ed project group.
Riding the momentum since their debut in June 2025, they released this track in March 2026 as a collaboration song celebrating the ninth anniversary of a popular game.
It’s a heavy, rap-centric hip-hop track infused with a fierce resolve not to let others put a price on them.
Their personas mesh perfectly with the game’s survival-themed world—seriously cool.
When you want to stoke your fighting spirit or confidence, or when you’re determined to follow your own path without being swayed by outside voices, this song will give you a powerful push forward.
STAYStray Kids

Released in March 2026 to mark the 8th anniversary of their debut, this is a warm ballad dedicated to the fandom.
While Stray Kids are often associated with hard-hitting beats, this track layers a band sound with piano melodies, resulting in an emotionally rich number full of warmth and embrace.
Seungmin and Han were involved in its production, infusing it with hope for the future—like being each other’s guiding lights in the darkness.
It’s packed with touches that will make longtime fans who have supported them feel deeply moved.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want something that gently warms the heart, or when you want to savor it while thinking of someone special.
Their sincere gratitude shines through, making you want to support them even more!
One Man ArmyBIG OCEAN

Big Ocean is a boy group under Palastar Entertainment.
Some of you may have noticed them for their performances that incorporate sign language.
This is a dance track included on their album “THE GREATEST BATTLE,” released in March 2026.
It depicts the fighting spirit to keep advancing without backing down, even in overwhelmingly unfavorable circumstances.
Perhaps it carries a message of resisting adversity, inspired by historical battles.
In any case, it conveys a powerful will to resist the current and break through one’s own limits.
The choreography that links with the lyrics in sign language and the performance that sharpens the senses are really cool.
Please enjoy it together with their splendid dance.



