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KEYVITUP is a five-member boy group under iNKODE, formed through the agency’s INTHE X Project. The lineup—Sena, Hyunmin, Taehwan, Rukia, and Jaein—was introduced step by step through pre-debut content, building anticipation around a team designed with a strong performance focus and a clear concept from the start. As part of a dual-group rollout, KEYVITUP was positioned with a trendy and dynamic identity, contrasting with its counterpart group. This concept highlights a more energetic and performance-driven style, setting the tone for their music and overall image even before debut. They are set to make their debut with the self-titled EP KEYVITUP, marking the official beginning of their activities. With pre-debut exposure, international stage appearances, and a defined concept, the group enters the scene with momentum and a clear direction moving forward.

KEYVITUP

For our latest Digital Cover, we sit down with HYUNMIN, TAEHWAN, SENA, JAEIN, and RUKIA to talk about their debut, finding their sound, writing and shaping their own music, the chemistry that holds them together, and where they want to take KEYVITUP next

KEYVITUP - The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

KickFlip is a seven-member boy group under JYP Entertainment, consisting of Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Juwang, Minje, Keiju, and Donghyeon. The group was formed through the SBS audition program Loud and debuted in 2025. The group&#x27;s identity connects JYP&#x27;s idol training system with a more youthful, agile performance image. Because several members were already known from a survival-show context, KickFlip&#x27;s debut carried built-in curiosity around how the lineup would translate from trainee competition to a working group. The fandom is known as WeFlip. KickFlip is still early in its career, with its public identity centered on formation, lineup, and debut positioning rather than a long-established legacy.

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KickFlip are ready to kick off a new chapter. Ahead of their first world tour in 2027, the JYP Entertainment rookies sit down with KPOPWORLD to discuss their new album KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1

KickFlip Talk KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1 Ahead of First World Tour

CLOSE YOUR EYES (also shortened as CYE) is a seven-member boy group under UNCORE. They were formed through JTBC&#x27;s survival show PROJECT7. They made their debut on April 2, 2025, with the mini album &quot;Enternalt&quot;. PROJECT7 started airing on October 18, 2024, and the finale was broadcast live on December 27, 2024, revealing the group name, CLOSE YOUR EYES, and the seven winners, in order: Ma Jingxiang, Kenshin, Jeon Minwook, Seo Kyoungbae, Song Seungho, Jang Yeojun, and Kim Sungmin. Before joining PROJECT7, Jeon Minwook had already debuted as a member of the boy group BAE173 and the project group A-SIX. Additionally, Ma Jingxiang was a contestant on Boys Planet, while Jang Yeojun also participated in Boys Planet and was a contestant on Wild Idol.

CLOSE YOUR EYES

He talks us through the writing process behind the album's closing track, how he's grown since debut, and what drives him to keep reaching further

Meet The Member An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' SEO KYOUNGBAE – Always Climbing Higher

He talks discovering bossa nova for the first time, what collaborating with a featured artist changed for him, and where he feels most connected to the rest of the group

Meet The Member: An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' KENSHIN – The Playful Connector

From reworking a jazz-funk classic on his own terms to what jazz has taught him about performing alongside the group, JINGXIANG reflects on curiosity, energy, and connection

Meet The Member: An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' MA JINGXIANG – The Curious Colour-Chaser

There’s nothing like a new K-pop release to get us through the week — good thing we have five of the best to highlight for this week

Comeback Corner: YESUNG, ONEW, HWANG MIN HYUN & MORE

If you’re ready to hit the dance floor, then this week’s K-pop releases are for you. Check out our latest picks in this week’s Comeback Corner column

Comeback Corner: JUN, CHANYEOL, CRAVITY & MORE

This week’s K-pop highlights feature fiery solo releases, dreamy synth-pop, and nostalgic second-gen-inspired sounds from both new and established artists&nbsp;

Comeback Corner: D.O., hrtz.wav, MINHO & MORE

This week’s K-pop releases aren’t tied down to one specific genre – instead, there’s much more variety here that’s sure to keep things interesting

Comeback Corner: 82MAJOR, TAEMIN, Girls’ Generation-HRS & MORE

There are two very distinct vibes battling it out in this week’s releases: subdued and stress-free vs. carefree and reckless — both sides impeccably executed across the board

Comeback Corner: NCT 127, TUIDE, XG & MORE

This week brings us two sentimental Japanese comebacks from TXT and ZEROBASEONE and a rock-filled end to ONEWE’s “Dot-Line-Plane” series that’s both uplifting and full of wonder

Comeback Corner: TXT, ONEWE, ZEROBASEONE & More

This week’s K-pop releases bring back two NCT subunits — WayV and 127 — both of which have had members recently exit SM Entertainment

Comeback Corner: WayV, NCT 127, Hearts2Hearts & More

This week’s K-pop brings summer anthems, dreamy releases, hypnotic sounds, and Y2K-inspired pop—from aespa and Dino to Red Velvet, TWS, BABYMONSTER, and HEART OF WOMAN.&nbsp;

Comeback Corner: aespa, Red Velvet, TWS & More

This week’s K-pop releases embrace endings, nostalgia, and fresh starts, from KARD’s farewell to POW, ONEWE, NouerA, and P1Harmony’s distinct takes on summer and the past. Check out our latest roundup in this week’s Comeback Corner

Comeback Corner: KARD, ONEWE, POW & More

There’s no shortage of summertime fun with this week’s K-pop releases — from the upbeat sweetness of fromis_9 to the bold and confident Y2K vibes from Hyolyn, it’s a diverse mix of cutesy versus spicy

Comeback Corner: U-KNOW, WONHO, HYOLYN & More

From BBGIRLS’ sunny visuals to Sunmi’s rainy cityscapes, last week’s K-pop releases ranged across seasons and eras, led by idntt, SEVENTEEN’s Dino (as Picheolin) and SUPER JUNIOR’s veteran duo

Comeback Corner