Published 2026.02.17
By Cely Editor
IVE made an appearance on JTBC's Newsroom on the 15th, discussing their comeback with the 2nd full album 'Revive Plus' and sharing stories about the team's growth. Jang Won-young, who dreamed of becoming an announcer in her childhood, expressed her excitement about standing in such a new space for the first time. The group showed their sincere support for Olympic athletes while visiting during the Winter Olympics period. IVE achieved a remarkable milestone at the 40th Golden Disc Awards, winning both Album Award and Digital Album Award with 'IVE EMPATHY' and 'REBEL HEART' for three consecutive years. Following their historic sweep at the 37th Golden Disc Awards, they became the only 4th generation girl group to win Album and Digital Awards consecutively multiple times. An Yu-jin explained that the team name 'IVE' means 'I HAVE' and highlighted their strength in showcasing diverse charms beyond a single color. She playfully mentioned they've only shown 20% of their potential with the 2nd full album. Jang Won-young, who participated in writing the pre-released track 'BANG BANG,' described the song's keywords as confidence and self-assurance, crafted with witty lyrics for broader appeal. The other title track 'BLACKHOLE,' introduced by Gaeul, serves as the album's centerpiece and signals IVE's new leap forward. Members performed the song's signature parts and choreography points for the first time, heightening anticipation for the comeback. Finally, Lee Seo expressed wanting to be known as a 'trustworthy artist,' while Rei chose 'an artist without limits,' vowing to continue showcasing the diverse charm they've demonstrated since debut.