J-pop fans got some exciting news about NCT Wish ahead of the weekend. They will be dropping a new album soon. Plus, more news also arrived about the Japanese-focused boy band that is also very popular with K-pop fans in Korea and around the world. Read on for more details.
The New Album Details
The news about the new album arrived via The Korea Herald after SM Entertainment dropped an official announcement. According to the release, NCT WISH will unveil their third mini-alum, named “Color,” on September 1. The 7-track EP promises high-energy music, featuring a lead single sharing the album’s title.
NCT Wish news – X
More exciting updates arrived: On Tuesday, August 13, fans will get a special preview with the early release of the B-side track, “Surf” ahead of the full album drop. Earlier reports hinted at a summer-themed song, which SM Entertainment later confirmed.
The good news kept on coming, and NCT WISH will launch their first concert tour, “Into the Wish Our Wish,” this November. The tour begins with a two-day show in Incheon, South Korea, followed by 13 additional stops across Asia.
The news comes after their second EP, “poppop,” achieved impressive success. Actually, it sold over 1.3 million copies which was great news for the rookie group’s first million-seller just five months ago.
More Info About The J-Pop Band
If you’re not familiar with NCT WISH, they are the sixth and final sub-unit of the K-pop group NCT. Formed through a collaboration between SM Entertainment and Avex Trax, this Japanese-focused boy band consists of six members: Sion, Jaehee, Riku, Yushi, Ryo, and Sakuya. The group made their debut on February 28, 2024, with their first single, “Wish.”
Guided by SM director BoA, the band released multiple EPs and singles. Their latest track, “Surf,” drops on August 12, 2025. While they are part of the larger NCT universe, NCT WISH primarily targets the J-pop market, blending K-pop’s dynamic energy with Japanese musical influences.
Fans React
With over four million views, the news was very well-received. In the comments on X, one fan wrote, “SUMMMMERRRRRRR HERE I COME.”
Here are a few more of the many enthusiastic responses:
- oh this is THE song of the summer.
- OHHH MYY GOSSSHHHH WWWWWAAAAAAWWWWWW CAN’T WAITTTT GO GO SUMMERRRRR WISHIEEEEEE YUHUUUUUUUU.
- i will be putting this on loop until it comes out.
- I love wish’s summer concept so muchhhh and i am glad kids always visit new location for their mv shooting.
- Instant seratonin boost.
- Yay! Brilliant for summer.
What are your thoughts about the new mini-album “Color”? Are you also excited about the summer song “Surf”? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and remember to check back here often for all your K-pop news and updates.
