The new group IDID, born from Starship Entertainment’s mega-project “Debut’s Plan,” is officially entering the countdown to their debut, ready to stir up a storm in the K-pop scene.
On September 4, Starship Entertainment revealed the full promotional timetable leading up to the release of IDID’s first mini-album titled “I DID IT.”, announcing the arrival of a new generation of 5th-generation idols poised to shake up the industry as super rookies.
The album “I DID IT.” marks the beginning of the journey for IDID’s members (Jang Yonghoon, Kim Minjae, Park Wonbin, Chu Yoochan, Park Seonghyeon, Baek Junhyuk, Jeong Semin), who are “complete” idols having proven their skills through various stages of the project. Prior to their official debut, IDID released the track “Step it up” on July 24, which is included in the album, and successfully wrapped up its pre-debut by performing on music shows and international stages. This buildup has naturally heightened global K-pop fans’ anticipation for its official debut.
The revealed schedule also draws attention: it features numerous sky-blue capped bottles of ice water, each adorned with silver round stickers clearly marking their debut date, September 15. Upon closer inspection of each bottle, the detailed steps of their promotional timeline leading to the “debut showcase” at 8 PM on September 15 are listed with impactful dates, times, and content. This original visual cleverly highlights IDID’s distinctively fresh and vibrant identity, fueling fans’ excitement.
Just hours before the schedule reveal, IDID stirred curiosity by launching its first promotional content, “idid.zip,” on its official website, a mysterious file containing various interactive elements. This teaser, full of puzzles aimed at global K-pop fans, promises immersive and original content to come in the following days.
All eyes are also on their first mini-album “I DID IT.”, which serves as a clear statement in the music industry. With its pre-debut track “Step it up,” IDID introduced themselves as a group breaking molds by embracing a “high-teen hip-hop” genre, still a rarity in the current K-pop landscape. Now, audiences are eager to discover the messages and storytelling worlds embedded in this album, which promises to be their unforgettable first step onto the global stage.
By revealing their schedule, IDID confirms they’re ready to debut as “high-end refreshing idols,” a fresh and unprecedented positioning in the industry. The group will release its first mini-album “I DID IT.” on September 15 at 6 PM KST across all major online music platforms. On the same day, IDID will hold their debut showcase at the Yes24 Live Hall in Seoul’s Gwangjin district, capturing the attention of K-pop fans worldwide.
Journalist: Shawn
Translator: Shawn
Source: SNS IDID
