Diplo Teases BTS's 'ARIRANG' Album: 'Gonna Shock the World'
Diplo has revealed he's been working with BTS on their upcoming album 'ARIRANG,' promising a groundbreaking release.
Producer Diplo has confirmed his involvement in BTS's highly anticipated new album, ARIRANG.
According to Diplo, the album, slated for release on March 20, is set to make a significant impact.
He shared with TMZ: "I just feel so lucky because I’ve been working for three decades and to link up with a group like that, and have them trust me and do some awesome music… honestly, it’s gonna shock the world. Craziest album ever."
Diplo also commented on the band's professionalism during studio sessions.
"They’re so hands-on. They’re so creative. I can’t believe it," he said, praising Jungkook's vocal talent: "Jungkook no autotune. Perfect voice."
ARIRANG marks BTS's first full album since 2020's Be and their first release since the anthology Proof in 2022.
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The album's title and concept draw inspiration from the Korean folk song Arirang, exploring themes of longing and life's journeys.
A press release stated that the album will "take a dive into the sense of yearning that rises up at different points in life, as well as the ebb and flow journeys we all take," promising a balance between personal and universally relatable experiences.
BTS also recently unveiled details for their massive world tour in 2026 and 2027, spanning 34 regions and 79 shows.
The tour kicks off in April with concerts in Goyang, South Korea, and Tokyo, Japan, followed by dates in North America and Europe, including two shows in London on July 6 and 7, 2026.
The tour will continue across North and South America, Asia, and Australia. Ticket information can be found here and here.
Fan reactions to the ticket sales have been a mix of excitement, frustration, and disappointment.
Additionally, BTS is set to stream their comeback performance live on Netflix in a new film titled BTS The Comeback Live | ARIRANG.
A documentary, BTS: The Return, will premiere on Netflix on March 27, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the new album.
In other news, Louis Tomlinson expressed his feelings about BTS surpassing One Direction's records, calling it "a bit of a shame."
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