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BIGBANG to Release New Single BiiiG on August 19, 2026, Ahead of 20th-Anniversary World Tour
BIGBANG is set to drop a fresh single on August 19, 2026, a move that signals the trio’s return to the global stage after a four‑year hiatus. The track, titled “BiiiG,” will go live at 6 p.m. KST on all major streaming platforms and digital stores, and will be accompanied by teaser images of G‑Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung posted on the group’s X account.
The single’s release is deliberately timed two days before the launch of the group’s 20th‑anniversary world tour, “XX : COSMOS,” which begins in Goyang, South Korea, on August 21. By aligning the drop with the anniversary, YG Entertainment aims to create a cohesive narrative that links the music, the tour and the group’s two‑decade legacy.
The announcement marks the first group release since “Still Life” in April 2022. In 2024, the trio reunited for “Home Sweet Home,” a G‑Dragon‑led track featuring Taeyang and Daesung that later appeared on G‑Dragon’s 2025 album Ubermensch. “BiiiG” therefore follows a two‑year period dominated by solo projects and a brief reunion.
Since debuting in 2006, BIGBANG has sold more than 140 million records worldwide, cementing its place among the best‑selling boy bands globally. The original quintet was pared down to the current trio after Seungri’s retirement in 2019 and T.O.P’s departure in 2023. Their catalog—featuring hits such as “Haru Haru,” “BANG BANG BANG,” and “Fantastic Baby”—has played a pivotal role in the Korean Wave.
According to YG Entertainment, the teaser images released alongside the announcement emphasize the trio’s renewed collaboration and hint at a musical style that blends their individual strengths. The label also confirmed that “BiiiG” will be available on all major streaming platforms and digital stores.
The “XX : COSMOS” tour will span 33 concerts in 19 cities across North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. The itinerary includes a stop in Manila on February 20, 2027, and the tour will commence in Goyang on August 21, 2026. In addition to the concerts, YG Entertainment announced a media exhibition titled COSMOS that will run from August 24 to September 27, 2026 at Dududu Seoul. The exhibition will feature AI, XR, AR, and next‑generation 3D motion graphics to celebrate the group’s 20‑year journey.
With the release of “BiiiG” and the launch of the world tour, BIGBANG is positioning itself for a comprehensive 20th‑anniversary campaign that spans music, live performance, and immersive media. No further releases or additional projects have been announced beyond the single and the tour.
The single’s release and the tour’s kickoff represent the group’s most significant activity since 2022, and the combined events are expected to generate substantial streaming and ticket sales as the trio reconnects with fans worldwide.
The single’s release is deliberately timed two days before the launch of the group’s 20th‑anniversary world tour, “XX : COSMOS,” which begins in Goyang, South Korea, on August 21. By aligning the drop with the anniversary, YG Entertainment aims to create a cohesive narrative that links the music, the tour and the group’s two‑decade legacy.
The announcement marks the first group release since “Still Life” in April 2022. In 2024, the trio reunited for “Home Sweet Home,” a G‑Dragon‑led track featuring Taeyang and Daesung that later appeared on G‑Dragon’s 2025 album Ubermensch. “BiiiG” therefore follows a two‑year period dominated by solo projects and a brief reunion.
Since debuting in 2006, BIGBANG has sold more than 140 million records worldwide, cementing its place among the best‑selling boy bands globally. The original quintet was pared down to the current trio after Seungri’s retirement in 2019 and T.O.P’s departure in 2023. Their catalog—featuring hits such as “Haru Haru,” “BANG BANG BANG,” and “Fantastic Baby”—has played a pivotal role in the Korean Wave.
According to YG Entertainment, the teaser images released alongside the announcement emphasize the trio’s renewed collaboration and hint at a musical style that blends their individual strengths. The label also confirmed that “BiiiG” will be available on all major streaming platforms and digital stores.
The “XX : COSMOS” tour will span 33 concerts in 19 cities across North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. The itinerary includes a stop in Manila on February 20, 2027, and the tour will commence in Goyang on August 21, 2026. In addition to the concerts, YG Entertainment announced a media exhibition titled COSMOS that will run from August 24 to September 27, 2026 at Dududu Seoul. The exhibition will feature AI, XR, AR, and next‑generation 3D motion graphics to celebrate the group’s 20‑year journey.
With the release of “BiiiG” and the launch of the world tour, BIGBANG is positioning itself for a comprehensive 20th‑anniversary campaign that spans music, live performance, and immersive media. No further releases or additional projects have been announced beyond the single and the tour.
The single’s release and the tour’s kickoff represent the group’s most significant activity since 2022, and the combined events are expected to generate substantial streaming and ticket sales as the trio reconnects with fans worldwide.
