On Monday, January 19, 2026, after a two-and-a-half-year hiatus, second-generation K-pop icons EXO (엑소) made their highly anticipated return with their eighth full-length album, REVERXE.

EXO is a nine-member South Korean boy group consisting of Suho, Xiumin, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun. Since their debut in 2012, the group has been widely credited as pioneers of immersive storytelling and conceptual world-building within K-pop. Their sound extends beyond pop, blending contemporary R&B and electronic influences, while their striking visuals and expansive lore remain defining pillars of their artistry. As well, EXO became the first artist debuting this century to surpass 10 million cumulative album sales in Korea. Known for their exceptional vocal precision and innovative concepts, the group has delivered era-defining hits such as “Growl”, “Monster”, and “Love Shot”.

With REVERXE, EXO opens a new chapter following the completion of military enlistments and their extended hiatus. The album features the participation of Suho, Lay, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun, while Chen, Xiumin, and Baekhyun do not take part in this release. Reframing the idea of “reverse” through their own lens, the group weaves this concept across all nine tracks, presenting a renewed sense of identity and assured confidence in their craft. While sticking to their roots and who they are, EXO continue to experiment, suggesting that within their ever-expanding universe, there is always something more waiting just beyond the silver horizon.