IVE is set to return with a new full-length album for the first time in nearly three years. The group will release its second studio album, ‘REVIVE+,’ on February 23, according to an announcement from Starship Entertainment on January 26.
First Studio Album Since 2023
‘REVIVE+’ marks IVE’s first full-length release since April 2023, when the group dropped its debut studio album ‘I’ve IVE.’ The upcoming record arrives approximately two years and 10 months after that release. Including mini albums, this will also be IVE’s first album length project in about six months, following their fourth mini album ‘IVE SECRET,’ released in August 2025.
Concept Teaser Hints at a New Direction
Alongside the announcement, Starship Entertainment unveiled new teaser images showing the members in a studio setting. Each member presents a distinct mood, interacting freely with various objects placed throughout the space, hinting at a more nuanced and expressive visual concept for the album. The agency described the project as a new phase for IVE, noting that the group is expanding beyond its signature theme of “self confidence” to explore messages of empathy and solidarity.
Pre-Release Track Scheduled for February 9
Ahead of the album’s full release, IVE will drop a pre-release track from ‘REVIVE+’ on February 9. The strategy is expected to build momentum leading into the album launch later in the month.
A Pivotal Moment in IVE’s Career
With ‘REVIVE+,’ IVE enters a significant chapter in its career, returning to the full-length album format at a time when the group continues to maintain strong chart presence and global recognition. Industry watchers are closely observing how the group’s evolving message and sound will resonate with fans both in Korea and abroad.
As February approaches, anticipation is building for what ‘REVIVE+’ will reveal about IVE’s next stage of growth.
Editor’s Insight
What makes the announcement of REVIVE+ so significant is the “Full-Length” factor. In an era of quick-hit digital singles and four-track EPs, IVE’s decision to drop a second studio album—nearly three years after I’ve IVE—is a major power move. It signals that Starship Entertainment is confident enough in the group’s longevity to invest in a heavy, cohesive body of work. By moving from “Self-Love” to “Solidarity,” IVE is effectively maturing with their audience, transitioning from the “It-Girls” of K-pop to a group with a more profound, community-focused message.
The rollout strategy here is also textbook perfection. Dropping a pre-release track on February 9 is the ultimate momentum builder, especially given that it’s their first major project since the success of IVE SECRET last summer. From an industry perspective, the “Studio Setting” concept teasers are particularly interesting—they strip away the high-fantasy glitz of their earlier eras for something that feels more grounded and “expressive.” It suggests that REVIVE+ might be their most personal and vocally driven work to date. For a group that already dominates the charts, this pivot toward “Empathy” isn’t just a creative choice; it’s a strategic play to become the definitive voice of their generation.