The end of the first quarter has rolled around, and we bring you our latest monthly K-Pop Hotspot! March is a time for fresh blooms and fresh tunes. So whether you’re looking for a killer new debut EP or a comeback by a tried and trusted artist, we’ve got just the thing.
How many new K-Pop comebacks have you been keeping up with? Check out our full reviews and coverage for Big Ocean, WOODZ, EVERGLOW, ONEW, YENA, P1HARMONY, BTS, SF9, Stray Kids, and DAY6’s Wonpil. We can’t forget the lovely debuts by YeoJin, LATENCY, ITZY’s YUNA, and OWIS!
We know that’s a lot of new releases to check out, so we’ll give you a few moments. Or jump right in if you’re ready to see what we have in store for our March K-Pop Hotspot. Either way, we have the latest details!
KIM SUNG KYU
Kicking off our March K-Pop Hotspot is Kim Sung Kyu with his sixth mini-album, OFF THE MAP! With it comes a new music video for ‘When I think of you,’ also known as the most emotional, heart-wrenching K-Pop song we’ve heard all year. Kim Sung Kyu’s top-tier vocals are so immersive, and we could swim in the sound forever. Don’t sleep on his B-sides either! Our favorites are the rock tracks: ‘Portrait’ and ‘Answer!’
TUNEXX
TUNEXX has made a show-stopping debut with their mini-album, SET BY US ONLY! (Fans of Boys II Planet will see a few familiar faces in this new boy group!) The focus song, ‘I’m Alive,’ is an electronic hip-hop track that is as catchy as it is danceable. These boys are declaring their place in the world, the industry, and our playlists. With three high-quality and wide-ranging B-sides, TUNEXX blew us away with their debut.
H1-KEY
Just knowing H1-KEY would drop new music is a sign that we’ll be in for a vocal delight. The girls captured our hearts with their voices, and now we scream just at the confirmation of their comeback. ‘To. My First Love’ got us to fall in love with the song instantly. Its rock sound and explosive vibe grabbed our attention on the spot. And did you know their comeback with LOVECHAPTER had B-sides too? We absolutely want to recommend you check out ‘Stuck with You’ just because we know you’ll be stuck with H1-KEY after this release, if you aren’t already.
GIRLSET
Next on our March K-Pop Hotspot is GIRLSET’s killer new single, ‘Tweak!’ A smooth R&B track is exactly what we needed to defrost from the winter. Not only that, but GIRLSET also released the instrumental of ‘Tweak,’ along with four other versions and remixes. (The Spanish version, hello?!) These girls continue to impress us with their sound, and we fully believe they’re making 2026 their year!
KICKFLIP
KickFlip is kicking off a new era with their latest pre-release single, ‘Twenty,’ and we’re really feeling this one. It leans into that in-between stage of growing up—where things are changing, but you’re still figuring out how to process it all. The vocals are soft but expressive, and the chorus especially sticks with you. There’s a quiet mix of nostalgia and hope running through the track that makes it an easy replay. ‘Twenty’ is simple, honest, and definitely one we’ll keep coming back to.
YOUNHA
YOUNHA has just released her first remake album, SUB CHARACTER! She absolutely spoils us with four remade songs and accompanying music videos for each. The pre-release song, ‘Seasonal Crime,’ originally by Miiro, reminds us that all our memories (good and bad) are truly priceless. ‘Sub Character,’ originally by wizu, feels like a refreshing OST for a slice-of-life anime. ‘Karma,’ originally by Dareharu, is an upbeat track with an addictive piano melody and YOUNHA’s effortless high notes. Finally, ‘Skybound,’ originally by KARDI, takes on a rock sound and tells us not to care what others think. It truly is a stunning remake album from start to finish!
SKINZ
On the heels of their pre-release single ‘WHY YOU MAD’ last month, virtual group SKINZ has dropped their debut mini-album! SKINZ IS SKINZ features five tracks that mark the start of their journey. We haven’t been able to stop listening to the main track, ‘Poison Ivy.’ We don’t know what they put in this song, but we’re obsessed! SKINZ has proved that they’re more than capable of making anthems with this mini-album. Don’t believe us? We recommend you take a listen immediately.
M.O.N.T
M.O.N.T is back with a brand new single, and we’re addicted to their sound. ‘Keep It Slow’ is a refreshing, groovy track about a new relationship and not wanting to rush things. M.O.N.T wants to take their time with love, and we want to take our time vibing and enjoying every second of this song. The vocals and visuals match this stellar concept perfectly.
AB6IX
Full album and solo songs in it? AB6IX really knows how to spoil us. We love that each solo song carries individuality and allows us to appreciate each member in a different light. Meanwhile, the title song, ‘BOTTOMS UP,’ is an absolute AB6IX piece. We really love seeing their brightness and positivity, and we can never get enough of how fun and addictive their music is. But this is a full album, so we can’t neglect the rest of the tracks! SEVEN : CRIMSON HORIZON is a non-skippable musical heaven that not only made our March, but will continue to diversify our playlists and make our days even more fun.
ALL(H)OURS
ALL(H)OURS absolutely slayed in their NO DOUBT release. From the title track, ‘DEAD MAN WALKING,’ that blew us away, to all the B-sides, we are simply in awe. Addiction is a good word for how we feel about this album. We also once again got to experience what ALL(H)OURS’ unit tracks bring to the table, and we have to say, we are so in love with both ‘7 o’clock’ and ‘Cause I’m Insane,’ and how different they are from each other, yet still very much ALL(H)OURS. NO DOUBT is, without a doubt, one of our fave albums from the guys so far.
OMEGA X XEN
OMEGA X‘s XEN had us eyeing that solo release, and after hearing his single, ‘F KILLER,’ we are ready to recommend it left and right. We got to hear his voice in a new light and have a deeper taste of his solo vibes. It’s also intriguing to hear what idols want to present to us outside of their groups. We can’t wait to hear what else he has prepared for us next!
BTOB
Our faves, AKA BTOB, just released a new single: ‘We Together!’ In celebration of their 14th anniversary, BTOB gifted us with a song about dreaming together and walking toward the future together, over and over again. And yes, all six members reunited for this comeback. We’re forever grateful for the role that BTOB has had in our K-Pop journey. This song means everything!
HYO
Next on our March K-Pop Hotspot is a staple artist on our playlists. HYO has dropped her new single, ‘MOVERURBODY!’ If there’s one thing HYO knows how to do, it’s how to make a rave-worthy club banger that’ll get us on our feet. She blends Brazilian funk with hard techno for a hit that we’ll be blasting anywhere we can. HYO is an icon through and through.
BABY DONT CRY
What a great month for a first mini-album! Baby DONT Cry released AFTER CRY, a five-track EP complementing all the bops they’ve released thus far. ‘Bittersweet’ is a fantastic title song about how it feels to remember things that are no longer here. These girls are showing us how to move on from that loss in healthy ways, music being one of them. You won’t want to skip through the rest of their mini-album! Our favorite B-sides are ‘Mama I’m Alright’ and ‘Tears On My Pillow.’
MOONBYUL
We’ve gone too long without a Moonbyul comeback, and we’re proud to announce that the wait is over! Her new single album, REV, just dropped, and we’ve already broken the replay button on these three songs. The title track, ‘Hertz,’ is a high-energy song with killer verses and choreography. It’s safe to say we’re absolutely operating on the same frequency as Moonbyul. ‘DREAMER’ is a slow rock jam that perfectly shows off Moonbyul’s versatility. Finally, ‘MOMENTUM’ wraps up the single with a bang(er)!
RED VELVET IRENE
We’re the ‘Biggest Fan’ of Red Velvet’s IRENE, and no one can take that title away from us! Almost a year and a half since her debut mini-album, Like A Flower, the original visual IRENE is back with her first-ever full-length solo album! With one iconic song after another, Biggest Fan is an album you won’t want to miss this March! The title track, ‘Biggest Fan,’ is our new anthem for self-confidence and empowerment. IRENE absolutely shines in the music video, along with her crew of powerful women. We’ve been listening to this album over and over. Our favorite B-sides include ‘Face To Face,’ ‘SPIT IT OUT,’ and ‘Black Halo.’
JEONG SEWOON
Who else missed Jeong Sewoon‘s honey vocals? It can’t be just us. That voice grabs hearts and doesn’t let them go. Not that we’d want it any other way. We are happy to be adding more of Sewoon’s work to our playlists, and we have a variety to pick from with his EP, Love in the Margins. From slower songs to more upbeat ones, we are enjoying it all.
KEP1ER
Finally, Kep1er knew our March K-Pop Hotspot had to go out with a bang! Their eighth mini-album, CRACK CODE, is a masterpiece from top to bottom. ‘KILLA (Face the other me)’ is such a heavy-hitting title track. The chorus is catchy, the visuals are insane, and the girls blessed us with a dance break. You don’t want to miss their B-sides either! ‘MIC CHECK’ and ‘Lowkey’ are among some of our favorites.
We welcome a new season with our March K-Pop Hotspot! What was your favorite comeback or debut? Which new releases are you most looking forward to in April? Let us know in the comments below, or on Twitter @TheHoneyPOP!
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