, even more popular album It's Real , solidified him to be one of the best-selling artists in South Korea

The track was released via her own music label, OA Entertainment, and highlights her full creative control

From massive world tours to highly anticipated comebacks, K-pop's elite are cranking up the heat and shattering streaming expectations across the globe. Which K-pop anthem are you bumping to this summer? The summer season is just around the corner, and the summer of 2026 is officially about to heat up, all thanks to the K-pop industry! Summer anthems are notorious for having a good beat, a good vibe, and stadium-ready tunes! This year's line-up of summer hits is fiercer than ever! The Dojeon Media team has carefully selected the most anticipated summer K-pop releases! Let's check some of them out! Our Top 5 Anticipated Summer Anthems 1. ATEEZ – "Bad" Coming in at number one on our list is 'Bad' by ATEEZ. This track actually comes in at number one, as it is the main hit on their upcoming GOLDEN HOUR : Part. 5 mini-album, which drops on June 26th, 2026. This track has already gained a lot of traction on social media channels, and it is expected to dominate summer festival playlists this year! The Dojeon Media team loves the high energy that ATEEZ has managed to maintain throughout the entirety of the track, partnered with their impressive vocal ability, which simply makes you want to get up out of your seat and dance! 2. Stray Kids – "RUN IT" Next up on our list is Stray Kids with their track 'RUN IT'. This track is also expected to take over the summer of 2026, thanks to its high-powered beats and fast-paced rhythm used throughout! It's also been rumoured that this track will be performed on their tour setlist, and once it's performed in stadiums, it's hard to miss that all-out feel-good dance rhythm! 3. Hearts2Hearts – "Lemon Tang" Coming in at number three on our list is 'Lemon Tang' by HEARTS2HEARTS! This track has made it onto the list thanks to its high energy and much-needed splash back into the K-pop charts. Following HEARTS2HEARTS' space and citrus concept, which screams summer like nothing else, this viral track has an unbelievably catchy beat that actually gives off a slightly retro and nostalgic feel at the same time. This will for sure be on the team's summer playlist this year! 4. RIIZE – "Do Your Dance" Positioned as one of the fastest-rising forces of the next generation, the group's highly infectious track is set to be one of summer's most-played songs! Thanks to their return to the K-pop stage last month, RIIZE has brought a fresh vibe and polished melody, along with impressive lyrics and what seems to be a flawless comeback performance! Talk about taking the industry by storm! 5. MEOVV – "BURNING UP" Last on our summer K-pop list is MEOVV with 'Burning Up'. These rising K-pop stars are about to cement their place in the K-pop world thanks to this brand-new hit and growing global fanbase. This hip-hop-inspired track is also bass-heavy, making you want to dance and forget about all your problems. This track also showcases the members' stunning visuals and sharp vocals that really make you connect with them. K-POP FAN REACTIONS K-pop fans worldwide have taken to social media channels to predict who will take the summer anthem crown of 2026. Actually, 2026 is going to be the toughest year in a while, as there is expected to be an overlap of music releases before this crucial peak season. Fans are beyond excited about the massive stadium tours and festivals that many K-pop acts will perform at this year. Which artist or track are you most excited about this summer? Final Thoughts For the Dojeon Media team, the summer of 2026 is all about finding a tune with an upbeat backdrop and catchy chorus that we want to play over and over again. This year is expected to become more competitive than ever, and these five summer releases will truly define how the K-pop industry is viewed for the rest of 2026. Poll Time! #KPopSummer2026 #KPopComebacks #WorldTour2026 #KPopTrends #StrayKids #ATEEZ

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international basis for example their single with Norwegian star Peder Elias, who has since found fame in Korea

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