aespa released their first Japanese mini album "KISS N TELL" and aimed straight for global fans' hearts.
According to SM Entertainment, aespa released all tracks from their first Japanese mini album "KISS N TELL" on various music sites at 12 a.m. on the 24th. At the same time, they opened the title track music video on the YouTube SMTOWN channel and other platforms, drawing a strong response from global music fans.
The title track of the same name, "KISS N TELL," is a house-based dance-pop song that blends lively piano sounds with a danceable beat. Smooth and delicate chorus harmonies create a futuristic yet dreamy mood, and the lyrics, which depict growing bonds formed by sharing each other's worries, stand out with a bouncy pop sensibility.
The music video, unveiled along with the audio, captures the members' cute and approachable charms against the backdrop of an amusement park. Catchy signature choreography performed with dancers and refreshing summer visuals immediately grab viewers' attention.
The new release features a variety of tracks in addition to the title song. It includes the opening theme for the TV anime "Kill Blue," "ATTITUDE," and the drama "Gimbap and Onigiri" OST "In Halo," adding richness to the album. Also featured are the intense-message "Orbit Pop," about carving out one's own path in the vast universe; "Fangirl," which provocatively and wittily showcases aespa's unique aura; and "Done with Rules," with a Y2K-style guitar riff and a dreamy R&B sound, creating a full lineup that delights listeners' ears.
Meanwhile, aespa, which has proven a solid global standing with a successful Japanese album release, is scheduled to take the stage at the large-scale music festival 2026 Lollapalooza Chicago at Grant Park in Chicago, U.S., on Aug. 2, where they are expected to thrill audiences worldwide.
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