aespa Returns with New Album and World Tour!

aespa announces second studio album “LEMONADE”
and 2026-27 World Tour

Second studio album arrives 29 May – pre-order/save “LEMONADE” here
Global tour to hit London and Manchester – plus major cities across Europe, Asia and the Americas

Photo credit: SM Entertainment

Global K-pop force aespa (SM Entertainment) is set to launch a major new chapter with the release of their second studio album “LEMONADE”, arriving on 29 May at 5.00AM BST. Pre-order/save HERE.

Featuring 10 tracks on the physical album, “LEMONADE” captures aespa at their boldest yet – pairing the group’s signature futuristic identity with sharper storytelling, elevated production, and a more confident, evolved sound. Known for continually pushing boundaries within K-pop, the group is expected to unveil fresh sonic textures while deepening the bold artistic world they have built since debut.

The release marks aespa’s first full-length album in two years, following the success of “Armageddon”, which topped the iTunes Top Albums chart in 25 regions. Since then, the group has continued its global ascent, earning Billboard Women in Music 2025 “Group of the Year,” receiving a nomination for “Best Female K-Pop Artist” at the American Music Awards 2026 (vote here), and winning a Red Dot Design Award 2026 in the Product Design category – further reflecting their growing cultural influence across music and visual creativity.

Following the album release, aespa will embark on their next global trek. Initially revealing only part of the tour name, “2026-27 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : __æ____,” the full title is yet to be revealed, building anticipation among fans worldwide. The tour will bring their acclaimed live production and immersive performance experience to audiences across Asia, North America, Latin America, and Europe – including stops in London and Manchester. Stay tuned for more details to come.

With “LEMONADE” and a new world tour on the horizon, aespa continues to solidify their status as one of the defining global acts of their generation.

2026–27 aespa LIVE TOUR Dates

2026
Aug 7–8 – Seoul
Aug 11 – Taipei
Sep 4 – São Paulo
Sep 6 – Santiago
Sep 9 – San Miguel
Sep 11 – Mexico City
Sep 15 – Hamilton
Sep 18 – Elmont, NY
Sep 22 – Washington, D.C.
Sep 24 – Atlanta, GA
Sep 26 – Miami, FL
Sep 29 – Dallas, TX
Oct 3 – Los Angeles, CA
Oct 6 – Oakland, CA
Oct 9 – Seattle, WA
Oct 11 – Vancouver

2027
Jan 14, 2027 – Manchester
Jan 16, 2027 – London
Jan 19, 2027 – Amsterdam
Jan 22, 2027 – Stockholm
Jan 24, 2027 – Copenhagen
Jan 26, 2027 – Berlin
Jan 29, 2027 – Milan
Jan 31, 2027 – Barcelona
Feb 2, 2027 – Paris

About aespa 

aespa is a K-pop group acclaimed for their distinctive concept and powerful performances. The four members – KARINA, WINTER, GISELLE, and NINGNING – pursue a wide range of activities built on a unique multiverse that transcends the real and digital worlds, and the slogan “Only I can define myself.”

Since their unprecedented mega-hit debut single “Black Mamba” in 2020, aespa has continued to break records. Their 2022 EP “Girls” topped the Billboard Top Album Sales chart and entered the Billboard 200 at No. 3, marking their highest chart performance at the time. Their third EP “MY WORLD” also claimed No. 1 on the Top Album Sales chart.
These achievements were followed by the EP “Drama,” their first full-length album “Armageddon,” their fifth mini album “Whiplash,” the physical single “Dirty Work,” and sixth mini album “Rich Man,” with aespa achieving million-seller status for seven consecutive releases, further solidifying their powerful presence. Most recently, aespa joined forces with Anderson .Paak on “Keychain (FROM THE FILM K-POPS!),” representing K-pop as a leading act on the original soundtrack while highlighting their distinctive global sound.

After winning “Group of the Year” at Billboard Women in Music 2025, aespa was recently nominated for “Best Female K-Pop Artist” at the 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs). The group was even recognised in the design space, receiving a Red Dot Design Award 2026 in the Product Design category for the “Dirty Case Ver.” of their single “Dirty Work”. aespa continues to strengthen its global presence through its second full-length album and upcoming tour, connecting with fans worldwide.

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