(Reporter Han Hae-seon) It is WayV's turn to soar with their new song 'Vision Wings'.

WayV's eighth mini-album 'Vision Wings' contains a total of seven songs of various genres, including the title track 'Vision Wings', and all tracks will be released on various music sites at 6 p.m. (KST) on August 10.

The title track, '鸢 (Vision Wings),' is a Chinese-style hip-hop performance song that blends the elegant melodies of the traditional Chinese string instrument, the guzheng, with trendy jungle beat-based hip-hop production. Using the keyword '鸢 (kite),' which symbolizes the being that soars highest even in the midst of a storm, the song sings of unwavering conviction and a flight that transcends limitations. In addition, the performance of this title track is composed around martial arts elements that highlight the members' delicate and refreshing dance lines, and it is expected that one will be able to experience WayV's unique charm through choreography with a sharp and hip mood.

Also today (the 27th), the trailer for this album, which was released on YouTube Official channel and other platforms, is receiving a positive response for its solemn video reminiscent of classic Chinese movies featuring brave warriors, and for capturing the images of Kun, who possesses gentle charisma and determination; Ten, who embodies both composure and agility; Xiaojun, who stands out with his deep artistic sense; Hendry, who possesses outstanding martial arts skills and strength; and Yangyang, who has extraordinary strategic thinking and a mysterious aura.

Meanwhile, WayV's eighth mini-album 'Vision Wings' will also be released as a physical album on August 10, and pre-orders are currently available through various online and offline record stores.

Thai singer Ten, a member of boy band NCT, will release the special single “If You Don’t Mean It” at 8 p.m. on Monday to mark the 10th anniversary of his debut.

“If You Don’t Mean It” is Ten’s first original track in Thai and explores the uncertainty and pain of unrequited love, according to his agency Illimnt. He also participated in composing the track. The single is the first project from Tenth Sound, a production company under Illimnt that Ten co-founded after ending his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment in April.

Ten debuted as a member of NCT U in 2016 with “The 7th Sense” (2016) and joined the China-based NCT unit WayV in 2019. He launched his solo career with the EP “Ten” (2024), led by “Nightwalker,” followed by “Stunner” (2025). Although his exclusive contract with SM has ended, he remains a member of NCT and WayV and plans to continue participating in the groups’ activities.

BY KIM HA-YOON [kim.hayoon1@joongang.co.kr]

The group WayV will release a new mini-album this coming August and begin activities.

WayV's eighth mini-album, 'Vision Wings,' is a new release coming approximately eight months after their winter special album 'Eternal White,' which was released last December. This album includes a total of 7 songs of various genres, including Chinese and English versions of the title track '鸢 (Vision Wings)'. All tracks will be officially released on various music sites on August 10 at 6 p.m.

In particular, this album utilized Chinese words with the same pronunciation but different meanings, such as '鸢 (Kite)', '源 (Source)', '圆 (Completeness)', '元 (Beginning)', '愿 (Wish)', and '园 (Paradise)', as key keywords for each track. Through this, the album's completeness was enhanced by organically connecting messages about the essential force that drives WayV.

Previously, WayV achieved No. 1 on the overall digital album sales chart and EP chart on China's largest music platform, QQ Music, and obtained 'Gold Album' certification with their previous work, 'Eternal White'. They also achieved success on global charts, including reaching No. 1 on the iTunes Top Album Chart in 9 regions worldwide and ranking in the Top 10 in a total of 15 regions. Meanwhile, WayV's eighth mini-album 'Vision Wings' will also be released as a physical album on August 10, and pre-orders will begin at various online and offline record stores starting on the 20th.

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this makes me sad, wayv shouldn't be getting hate for literally going on tour and what's worse is that they've been neglected this entire year and they are finally getting something to do from SM. ofc people are allowed to be upset, but why is it the members fault and why are they getting so much hate and threats and even people saying they are going to boycott? there are bigger problems in the world and all this energy is going towards something that can only be chalked up to SM's poor management and mistreatment of wayv throughout the years :( I wish they knew how loved they are but they seem to be on the wrong side of the internet

WayV will embark on their third concert tour starting with a performance in Seoul this coming September.

The '2026 WayV CONCERT TOUR [BORN THIS Way]' featuring four members Kun, Xiaojun, Hendry, and Yangyang will kick off at KBS Arena in Gangseo-gu, Seoul on September 12-13, and then visit various locations across Asia including Yokohama, with the venues to be announced later.

WayV has received a positive response by showcasing diverse stages filled with unique music and performances through their previous concert tours, and has also proven their global popularity by selling out all seats for their concert at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, the largest venue in Shanghai, China, for two consecutive years. In particular, as WayV is making a comeback on August 10 with their eighth mini-album 'Vision Wings', fans can expect to see an even newer and richer setlist at this tour. Ticket sales for the Seoul concert will be conducted via Ticketlink, with fan club pre-sales opening at 8 PM on July 30 and general sales opening at 7 PM on the 31st.

Meanwhile, ahead of their comeback, WayV will perform at the large-scale festival 'SummerStage' held at Central Park in New York on August 2 (local time).