Towards the end of their recent Busan concert, which was held on October 15, Jin was heard saying that fans can look forward to this new music. “I have a new album coming out. It’s not that big of a deal. It’s just a single. I was able to collaborate with someone I really adore. I have a lot of contents to share with you, so I hope you enjoy them.” It might not be a big deal for World Wide Handsome Jin but for Army, this might just be the only deal.
The official poster for ‘The Astronaut’ was unveiled on Wednesday and three different concept photos will arrive next, on October 23, 24 and 25. Jin’s official music video teaser will drop on October 26.
News about ‘The Astronaut’ came just one day after it was confirmed that all seven members of the BTS will face the mandate to serve in South Korea’s military for at least 18 months.
On BTS Weverse page, Big Hit Music announced the news that Jin will debut his new single ‘Astronaut’ live during Coldplay Buenos Aires show. Big Hit also notified that the concert will not be livestreamed but that video of ‘The Astronaut’ live debut featuring Coldplay will be uploaded after the show.
The live performance will be available to watch on BTS’ official YouTube channel after the concert ends. This is to “make sure ARMY all around the world can watch Jin and Coldplay’s performance.” The concert will take place just hours after ‘The Astronaut’ — written by Jin and Coldplay — is released.