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There’s renewed excitement rippling through the BLACKPINK fandom as speculation about a new album gains traction. According to a recent report by IBK Investment & Securities, the iconic girl group may be gearing up for a long-awaited comeback in the fourth quarter of 2025. Though YG Entertainment has yet to issue an official confirmation, the mere hint of a full-group release has BLINKs buzzing worldwide. The timing of this rumor is particularly meaningful—coming hot on the heels of their July 11 digital single JUMP, which marked the group’s first music release in nearly three years.
JUMP signaled a bold and experimental return for BLACKPINK. The track debuted live at the opening of their DEADLINE world tour in Goyang and officially dropped days later. Eschewing the pop and trap-laced sounds that previously defined their global hits, the group embraced hardstyle—a genre known for its aggressive beats and high BPMs. The result was a fierce, high-octane track that reasserted their dominance while introducing a daring new sonic identity. It served as a powerful statement: BLACKPINK is back, and they’re willing to push boundaries.
What made JUMP even more notable was its robust creative team. Lyrics came from long-time collaborator TEDDY alongside Zikai, Claudia Valentina, and others. Production featured a global mix of talent, including Diplo, 24, Boaz Van De Beatz, Zecca, and Ape Drums. This international team helped shape a sound that felt both cutting-edge and unmistakably BLACKPINK. The song’s intense visuals, fierce choreography, and viral chorus catapulted it into the spotlight almost instantly. Dance covers, fancams, and stage edits flooded social media within hours of release.
Still, while the reception for JUMP has been overwhelmingly positive, fans are vocal about their desire for something more substantial. Since 2022’s Born Pink, BLACKPINK hasn’t released a full-length album. Even The Girls, their 2023 track, was part of a mobile game and not positioned as an official comeback. This scarcity of group-wide music has only deepened the appetite among their global fanbase.
That’s why IBK’s suggestion of a Q4 album has created such an intense stir. With their world tour rekindling widespread interest, and JUMP laying the groundwork for a fresh sonic chapter, the stage feels perfectly set for a new full album. If confirmed, it would mark a defining moment in BLACKPINK’s career—an opportunity to reintroduce their sound, showcase evolved artistry, and reassert their status as global pop icons after a relatively quiet few years. Fans now wait with bated breath to see if YG Entertainment will officially confirm what could be one of the biggest comebacks of the year.