BLACKPINK Album Covers and Solo Releases Spark Fan Excitement

BLACKPINK's recent album releases, including both group and solo projects, are a significant topic among fans and bloggers in Korea. The detailed physical album designs and the visual concepts presented through album covers and promotional materials are central to this buzz. This includes reviews of new mini-albums and discussions around individual member's solo debuts and magazine features.

The 3rd mini-album DEADLINE Pink version, released on February 27, was priced at 22,300 KRW and came in a hardcover. Its contents included a CD, a photobook, and an envelope with photocards, photo stickers, and a poster. Bloggers observed that the photobook contained only photos without lyrics and some felt the poster looked composited. Separately, Jisoo's first solo album, ME, features the title track "꽃 (FLOWER)", with its title poster released on March 20 by YG Entertainment. This poster depicted Jisoo with a black beret and nails against a red flower petal background. Additionally, Jisoo appeared on the cover of "Esquire's" 'The Big Black Book' with Cartier, where she discussed the group's comeback after 3 years and 5 months, characterizing the album as a reflection of "growth" that required careful coordination among members.

Local bloggers frequently share their excitement for BLACKPINK's new music, often purchasing albums despite the number of tracks. They appreciate the visual appeal of the physical albums and promotional images, noting details like hardcover quality and special inclusions. While some minor critiques emerged, such as the absence of lyrics in a photobook or a poster's appearance, the overall sentiment is positive, especially regarding the members' stunning visuals. Bloggers also highlight the emotional connection to themes like "growth" in the group's journey and recommend specific tracks like "Champion" for its uplifting energy.