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Who Is 8TURN?
8TURN debuted on January 30, 2023 with the EP 8TURNRISE, becoming MNH Entertainment's first boy group (the agency's other well-known act is CIX). The group's name is meant to signal both "eight members" and the idea of taking their turn to lead a new generation of K-pop — a fairly common rookie framing, but one 8TURN has leaned into with a steady stream of comebacks since debut rather than long gaps between releases.
8TURN — "TIC TAC" Official MV (2023) · MNH Entertainment · via YouTube
Meet the Members
The lineup is Jaeyun, Myungho, Minho, Yoonsung, Haemin, Kyungmin, Yungyu, and Seungheon. A few have pre-debut audition-show history that longtime K-pop watchers will recognize: Kyungmin previously appeared on I-LAND, and Jaeyun competed on both BOYS24 and MIXNINE. The full lineup was selected through MNH's own "WAG" (World Audition for Guys) program, and 8TURN happens to share their exact debut date with another rookie group, BXB.
What Is "[8.X]," and Why the Sudden Tonal Shift?
"[8.X]" released July 21, 2026 at 6 PM KST, and the promotional rollout leaned hard into what the group's agency described as "the aesthetics of black and white" — a noticeably darker, more charisma-driven concept than their earlier "Youth Series" releases like "LEGGO" and "Electric Heart." For a group that's built its identity around upbeat, youthful energy, this is a deliberate pivot, and it's the kind of concept change groups often use heading into their first major international tour, when they want a stronger, more stage-ready visual identity.
8TURN — "Electric Heart" MV Teaser (2025) · MNH Entertainment · via YouTube
A Quick Look at Their Discography So Far
8TURN has released steadily rather than taking long gaps between comebacks, which is part of why they've built a reasonably deep catalog for a group only a few years into their career.
8TURN — "LEGGO" Official MV (2025) · MNH Entertainment · via YouTube
| Release | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 8TURNRISE (EP) | 2023 | Debut EP, includes "TIC TAC" |
| STUNNING (EP) | 2024 | Includes Japanese-language track "RU-PUM PUM" |
| LEGGO (Single) | 2025 | Bright, confidence-themed "Youth Series" opener |
| Electric Heart: Born to Glow (Single) | 2025 | Continuation of the "Youth Series" concept |
| BRUISE (Single) | 2026 | Deeper, more emotional tone; 3rd-anniversary release |
| [8.X] (Single) | 2026 | Sharp turn to a dark, monochrome concept |
The Europe and US Tour
Following "[8.X]," 8TURN heads into their first solo European tour in September 2026, hitting eight cities: Cologne, Berlin, Helsinki, Paris, London, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, and Warsaw. A US tour follows in October. For a group that debuted in 2023, that's a fast jump to Western touring markets, and it lines up with the group's broader push toward international visibility — they've been steadily picking up spots on festival lineups and joint showcases over the past year.
FAQ
Is 8TURN a new group?
Not brand-new — they debuted in January 2023 — but they're still considered a rookie-tier act compared to groups with longer track records, and "[8.X]" marks a notable image shift for them.
What agency is 8TURN under?
MNH Entertainment, the same agency behind CIX. 8TURN is MNH's first boy group.
Where can international fans see them live?
8TURN's first European tour runs across eight cities in September 2026, followed by US tour dates in October 2026.
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