Blackpink released their highly anticipated new mini album, Deadline, today, marking their first official release in over three years. The album features five tracks, including the single "Jump," and is the third mini album in Blackpink's illustrious career.
To coincide with the album's release, Blackpink shared a music video for the anthemic, EDM-infused album cut "Go." The announcement of Deadline, which shares its name with the group's recent world tour, was made in January. This latest release follows 2018's Square Up and 2019's Kill This Love, and comes after their most recent full-length album, Born Pink, which arrived in 2022.
In July, Blackpink shared "Jump," their official comeback single. The track enlisted an army of talented songwriters, including TEDDY, Diplo, 24, Zikai, Claudia Valentina, Jumpa, Malachiii, and Jesse Bluu. It was produced by Diplo, 24, Boaz Van De Beatz, Zecca, and Ape Drums.
Since releasing Born Pink, the members of Blackpink have largely focused on their solo careers. Rosé dropped her solo LP Rosie, which included her hit collaboration with Bruno Mars. Lisa released her own solo album, Alter Ego, last year and also appeared in the most recent season of The White Lotus, which was filmed in Thailand. Last year, Jennie released her debut solo project Ruby, while Jisoo released her EP Amortage.
After taking a break for their solo careers, Blackpink returned last year for their Deadline World Tour. It kicked off at Seoul's Goyang Stadium and wrapped up in Hong Kong in January. In August, Blackpink became the first K-pop girl group to headline Wembley Stadium. During the show, they paid tribute to a fellow girl group sensation who preceded them by performing Spice Girls' 1996 smash debut single "Wannabe."
YG Entertainment, the group's record label, said in a statement around the release of Deadline: "Even amid the intense schedule of a large-scale world tour, the members devoted significant time and effort to perfecting this album. We are confident it is a body of work that encapsulates both the individual musical capabilities of the four members and their synergy as a team. We ask for your continued support as Blackpink once again leaves a meaningful mark on the global music industry."
