BIGHIT MUSIC has provided details regarding BTS's upcoming fifth studio album and a subsequent world tour.
Album Release and Pre-Orders
BTS is scheduled to release their fifth studio album on March 20 at 1 p.m. KST. This will be the group's first full-group album release in nearly four years.
The album will feature 14 tracks. BIGHIT MUSIC stated that the album contains "honest stories that BTS wants to share with ARMY" and is intended as "a heartfelt way of saying thank you" to their fans.
Pre-orders for the album will commence on January 16 at 11 a.m. KST.
World Tour Announcement
The schedule for BTS's upcoming world tour is expected to be announced separately on January 14 at 12 a.m. KST.
BIGHIT MUSIC Statement Summary
BIGHIT MUSIC emphasized the album's significance as the group's first release in three years and nine months, and its role in indicating their future direction. The agency noted that members contributed significantly to the song creation process, incorporating their experiences and perspectives.
Key Dates:
- Pre-Order Opening: Friday, January 16, 2026, 11 a.m. KST
- Album Release: Friday, March 20, 2026, 1 p.m. KST
- World Tour Schedule Announcement: Tuesday, January 14, 2026, 12 a.m. KST