“Disbanded” 3rd Gen Group Announces Comeback After 6 Years

Wait, what? WHAT?

Disbandments and indefinite hiatuses are often a death sentence for K-Pop groups, but one is defying the odds and rising from the ashes.

CROSS GENE as a six-member group | Amuse Korea

CROSS GENE debuted in 2012 under Amuse Korea and was active until 2021. The group debuted as a sextet but currently consists of only two members: Shin Wonho and Yongseok.

In February, CROSS GENE made a mysterious announcement: an Instagram post with a question mark and the phrase “What is next?”, sparking speculation about a group comeback. They revealed that Yongseok, who also goes by Wonchan, would return to the group. Shin Wonho and Yongseok would be active as a duo, beginning with an appearance at Shin Wonho’s 15th anniversary concert on March 27.

K-Pop Group Return From Disbandment After Years But Missing Multiple Members

On May 27, CROSS GENE teased a new release with a “coming soon” image featuring two shadowy figures and the release date: June 8, 12:00 PM (KST). They’re officially back! Are you ready for it?