The global music landscape shifted dramatically on New Year’s Day with the announcement of the fifth full-length album from BTS. This upcoming 14-track collection arrives on 20 March 2026 at midnight ET and represents the culmination of a dedicated creative period throughout the latter half of 2025. The members focused on weaving individual perspectives and honest introspection into a collective narrative that defines the group on their own terms. This release marks their first proper studio album in six years and their first group project since the anthology record ‘Proof’. Every arrangement on this record vibrates with the raw energy of a long-awaited reunion.
The excitement extends beyond the studio with the confirmation of a massive world tour that signals a return to the global stage. Specific dates and venues for the “2026 World Tour” will be unveiled on 14 January 2026 at midnight KST via the newly launched official website. This upcoming trek represents the first large-scale tour for the septet since the conclusion of “BTS Permission to Dance on Stage” in Las Vegas. Fans worldwide received personal, handwritten letters delivered to their homes as a direct thank you for their unwavering support during the recent hiatus. The complete reset of the official Instagram account and the launch of the 2026bts.com hub solidify the start of a massive new era.