aespa is officially returning this May with a new album, SM Entertainment confirmed on March 13.

A representative from the agency told Maeil Business that the four-member group is currently preparing new material with plans for a May comeback. This marks aespa's first release in approximately eight months, following their September 2025 single "Rich Man."

The upcoming album represents a return to form for one of K-pop's most innovative groups. Since their 2020 debut, aespa has consistently pushed boundaries with their metaverse concept and experimental sound, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success with hits like "Black Mamba," "Next Level," and "Savage."

While SM Entertainment has not revealed specific details about the album's concept, tracklist, or exact release date, the May timeframe suggests fans can expect promotional activities to begin ramping up in the coming weeks. The group typically follows a structured rollout with teasers, music videos, and pre-release content leading up to their official comebacks.

This news comes as the K-pop industry enters its busy spring comeback season. aespa joins a growing list of major acts planning May releases, setting up what could be one of the most competitive months of the year.

The eight-month gap between releases is relatively standard for aespa, who tend to focus on quality over quantity with their comebacks. Their last major album release was "MY WORLD" in May 2023, which topped charts both domestically and internationally.

Fans have been eagerly awaiting new music from Karina, Winter, Giselle, and Ningning, particularly after the group's successful 2025 touring activities and individual member projects. With SM Entertainment's confirmation, MYs can now officially start counting down to aespa's highly anticipated return.

More details about the comeback are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as the May release date approaches.