KARD made history nine years ago when they debuted as one of the very few co-ed groups. Now, after a long time together, the group has confirmed that they will be going their separate ways soon after completing some fan activities. The news came as a shock to fans who had been anticipating the group’s return.
KARD disbands after 9 years
The K-pop group announced through their agency that they will be parting ways after completing promotions for their first full-length album and world tour. The group is currently in the middle of a tour, so the news came as a shock to many fans who had been looking forward to the group’s future activities.Their agency shared the news with the world through social media channels. The official statement read: “After careful and thoughtful discussions with the four members, we have agreed that this album and tour will mark the end of KARD’s journey as a group. The members have poured their heart and soul into this album and tour, and we sincerely hope that these final activities can become cherished memories of HIDDEN KARD.” We ask that you continue to give us your care and support until the very end, and KARD will share this final chapter with you in the way only they can. “
KARD to release first full album
The band also announced that they would be promoting and releasing their first and final full-length album. Their final comeback is aptly titled “Where to Now? (Part 2): Nowhere.” According to a teaser they shared on their social media channels, the album will be released on various global streaming platforms around the world on July 28 at 6 pm (KST).KARD debuted in 2017 and has released 8 mini EPs throughout his career. Their debut album was Hola Hola, followed by You & Me (2017), Ride On The Wind (2018), Red Moon (2020), Re: (2022), Icky (2023), Where To Now? (2022), Icky (2023), Where To Now?” (2022), “Icky” (2023), “Where To Now?” (2022) (2024), and finally “124) Driftlight (2024), and finally “2024”.
KARD’S LAST WORLD TOUR: “DRIFT”
The band is currently on a “DRIFT” world tour spanning three continents. They will next kick off the tour in Tokyo, followed by European stops in Germany, Spain, the UK and Bulgaria. Finally, they will perform a final farewell stage performance in Jakarta and other shows across the Asian continent.