BTS to release limited-edition vinyl in celebration of 13th anniversary of their debut

by Joonha Yoo Posted : June 4, 2026, 14:38Updated : June 4, 2026, 14:38
BTS wins Artist of the Year during the 2026 American Music Awards in Las Vegas Nevada US May 25 2026 REUTERSYonhap
BTS members accept an award at this year's American Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 25, 2026. Reuters-Yonhap
SEOUL, June 4 (AJP) - K-pop juggernaut BTS will release a limited-edition vinyl version of their fifth full-length album "ARIRANG" on June 12, one day before the group marks the 13th anniversary of their debut, BigHit Music said Tuesday.

K-pop juggernaut BTS will release a vinyl version of their fifth full-length album "ARIRANG" next week, their agency BigHit Music said on Thursday.

The limited-edition album, set for release on June 12, a day before the 13th anniversary of their debut, will include all tracks from "ARIRANG" as well as two bonus tracks, "Voice Message: Love Song" and "NORMAL (Korean version)."

The vinyl will feature 16 tracks in total.

"Voice Message: Love Song" features the members speaking in the form of voice messages around the question, "What Is Your Love Song?" The track is designed as an extension of the album's message, adding a more personal element to the release.

The vinyl will also include the South Korean version of "NORMAL," a track from "ARIRANG" that BigHit described as dealing with emptiness, fear and the desire for ordinary life behind the spectacle of the stage.

The release comes as BTS prepares for this year's annual fan celebration event marking their debut anniversary. The group released the timetable for the 2026 edition earlier in the week, with more details scheduled to roll out over about two weeks.

BTS will also hold "BTS World Tour 'Arirang' In Busan" at Busan Asiad Main Stadium on June 12 and 13.