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NCT 127 Unveils "Piñata" Track Video from 7th Album "BLINGY" — "Streetwise Fixers of Seoul"

NCT 127 presented a preview of turning the stage into a passionate festival. Unveiling the track video for "Piñata," a song from their seventh studio album, they raised the excitement toward their comeback. A Track Video with the "Streetwise Fixers of Seoul" Concept On the afternoon of the 11th, agency SM Entertainment released the track video for "Piñata," a song from the seventh studio album "BLINGY," on NCT 127's official YouTube channel. Against music brimming with intense energy, the track video captures the spectacular scenes of the members living as "fixers" in the heart of Seoul. Through a narrative in which NCT 127 wanders and clashes amid unexpected misunderstandings and rifts, but finally comes to understand one another and is reborn as a firmer whole, they dramatically portrayed the fiery energy of rough yet pure youth. "Piñata," Crossing Freely Between Rock and Hip-Hop "Piñata" is a track that freely crosses between the rock and hip-hop genres, blending intense electronic guitar sounds, a funky bass, and breakbeat drums. The combination of an unrestrained guitar solo bursting forth and a rap chant creates an intense synergy. NCT 127 also completed an old-school-based, energetic performance, infused with the confidence to turn the stage into an explosive festival, as if bursting open a piñata. Adding a powerful sing-along point in the chorus to choreography where you can feel each member's charm, they're expected to deliver a special moment to enjoy while breathing together with the audience. First Stage Reveal at KCON LA 2026 NCT 127 will reveal the "Piñata" stage for the first time at "KCON LA 2026," held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, USA, on the 14th (local time). After that, they will release their seventh studio album "BLINGY" at 6 p.m. on the 24th through music sites. This album, holding nine tracks in total including the title track "Blingy," is a new release two years after their sixth studio album "WALK" and an album commemorating their 10th debut anniversary. This "BLINGY" promotion will proceed as a five-member lineup of Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Jaehyun, and Haechan. Anticipation is gathering for how NCT 127's confidence—to turn the stage into a festival—will unfold on the new album.

SHINee's Minho Prepares a September Solo Comeback — Returning with a Second Mini Album

SHINee's Minho is returning to the music scene in September. He's reported to be preparing a solo comeback with a second mini album, drawing attention once again to his active path spanning both team and solo work. A Second Mini Album Expected in Early September According to a report by MyDaily on the 12th, Minho is set to release a second mini album and make a comeback in early September. He's reported to have recently finished filming the new song's music video and to be in the thick of final preparations. However, the specific release date and album details have not yet been confirmed through an official announcement from his agency. This album is a new release coming about nine months after the single "TEMPO," released this past December. "TEMPO" is a dance track blending a groovy 808 bass with various rhythm instruments, a song that showcased Minho's signature solo mood. The Color He's Built as a Solo Artist Minho officially debuted as a solo artist through his first mini album "CHASE" in 2022. He then released his first full-length album "CALL BACK" in November 2024, capturing a broader range of genres and musical colors, steadily building his own solo color. He's been active in many fields, not just music. Last year, he not only held a solo fan meeting but also took the stage in the plays "Rendezvous" and "Waiting for 'Waiting for Godot,'" and consistently showed his presence in variety programs. This June, he also carried on team activity by releasing SHINee's sixth mini album "Atmos." A Path Spanning Team and Solo Amid an active path spanning both team and solo work, Minho meets fans once again with a solo album. Attention is turning to what new sides he'll show through his second mini album, having demonstrated a distinct color as a solo artist. The specific comeback schedule is expected to be revealed in sequence through an official announcement from his agency.