The returning summer queens Red Velvet are gearing up for a full group comeback after 2 years and 2 months, raising high expectations for their new album.
Red Velvet will release their mini-album Velvet Summer on August 3. This comeback marks their first full group album since Cosmic released in June 2024, drawing attention as it is their first summer song in two years.
The Returning Summer Queens
Red Velvet has solidified their status as the undisputed K-pop “summer queens” with consecutive hits like Red Flavor, Power Up, Umpah Umpah, and Queendom.
This time, they preview a softer and more mature summer velvet song. The title track “Surfin’ Boy” is a dance song blending languid bossa nova guitar, relaxed reggae rhythms, and sophisticated house grooves.
Red Velvet 레드벨벳 ‘Surfin’ Boy’ MV Teaser
Red Velvet Summer Mini Album
【Velvet Summer】
➫ 2026.08.03 6PM (KST)
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— Red Velvet (@RVsmtown) July 30, 2026
Unlike their previous bright and energetic summer hits, it presents a more matured charm. Added to this is Red Velvet’s signature cool yet dreamy vocal harmony, and lyrics solely written by Joy, which deepen the summer vibe.
Trustworthy Red Velvet, Peak Synergy
The album, themed around “summer,” features a total of five songs spanning various genres and moods, including bossa nova, reggae, dance, classical, and acoustic, showcasing Red Velvet’s expanded musical spectrum.
Additionally, Joy, who has been steadily honing her songwriting skills through solo tracks, wrote the lyrics alone for the title track “Surfin’ Boy” and the track “Hawaii,” adding authenticity to the messages. KENZIE, who produced Red Velvet’s hits like “Red Flavor,” “Peek-A-Boo,” and “Psycho,” participated in writing and composing “Hot Girls Cold Vibe,” enhancing the album’s quality.
Moreover, long-time collaborators producer Hwang Hyun and lyricist Jo Yoon Kyung worked on “Orchestra” and “Hula Hoop,” respectively, promising yet another extraordinary synergy.
Highlight Medley
Red Velvet Summer Mini Album
【Velvet Summer】
➫ 2026.08.03 6PM (KST)
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— Red Velvet (@RVsmtown) July 26, 2026
Full Group Chemistry
In addition, ahead of the album’s release, Red Velvet will meet fans first through the 2026 Red Velvet FAN-CON at Korean University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul over three days starting until August 2.
Since this is their first full group concert in a long time, the originally scheduled two shows sold out quickly, prompting an added show that also sold out completely. The stage for the title track “Surfin’ Boy” is unveiled for the first time.
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— ʲ (@abseuiute) July 31, 2026
Red Velvet will hold a countdown live broadcast from 5 p.m. on August 3 on their YouTube and TikTok accounts to share various stories about the album and celebrate their comeback with fans.
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