BTS

BTS

History & Timeline

2013
album 2013-06-12

First Single Album '2 Cool 4 Skool' Release

BTS released their debut single album '2 Cool 4 Skool' featuring the title track 'No More Dream', introducing their hip-hop concept to the K-pop scene.

debut 2013-06-13

Official Debut on M! Countdown

BTS made their official debut stage on Mnet's M! Countdown, performing 'No More Dream' and 'We Are Bulletproof Pt.2' for the first time on live television.

2014
album 2014-08-19

First Full Album 'Dark & Wild' Release

BTS released their first full-length studio album, 'Dark & Wild', featuring the title track 'Danger'. This album explored more mature themes and sounds.

2015
album 2015-04-29

The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1' Release

Marking a shift in their musical style, BTS released 'The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1' with 'I NEED U' as the lead single, beginning their 'HwaYangYeonHwa' series.

2016
album 2016-10-10

WINGS' Album Release

BTS released their second full studio album, 'WINGS', featuring the hit title track 'Blood Sweat & Tears'. This album achieved significant commercial success and critical acclaim.

2017
award 2017-05-21

Top Social Artist Award at Billboard Music Awards

BTS won the Top Social Artist award at the Billboard Music Awards, becoming the first K-pop group to win a Billboard award and marking their official breakthrough into the US market.

album 2017-09-18

Love Yourself 承 'Her' Release

BTS released 'Love Yourself 承 'Her'', the first installment of their 'Love Yourself' series, with the lead single 'DNA'. This album achieved immense global popularity.

stage 2017-11-19

American Music Awards Performance

BTS made their US television debut performance at the American Music Awards, performing 'DNA' and solidifying their presence in the American music industry.

award 2017-12-02

Album of the Year at MAMA

BTS won 'Album of the Year' at the 2017 Mnet Asian Music Awards for 'Love Yourself 承 'Her'', solidifying their dominance in the K-pop award scene.

2018
album 2018-05-18

Love Yourself 轉 'Tear' Release

BTS released their third full studio album, 'Love Yourself 轉 'Tear'', with the powerful lead single 'Fake Love'. This album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

milestone 2018-09-24

Speech at United Nations General Assembly

BTS delivered a powerful speech at the 73rd United Nations General Assembly as ambassadors for UNICEF's 'Love Myself' campaign, advocating for youth empowerment.

2019
album 2019-04-12

Map of the Soul: Persona' Release

BTS released the EP 'Map of the Soul: Persona', which included the hit collaboration 'Boy With Luv' featuring Halsey. The album was part of a new series.

2020
album 2020-02-21

Map of the Soul: 7' Release

BTS released their critically acclaimed fourth full studio album, 'Map of the Soul: 7', which featured multiple hit tracks like 'ON' and explored the group's seven-year journey.

milestone 2020-08-21

'Dynamite' Release and Billboard Hot 100 #1

BTS released their first all-English single 'Dynamite', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making them the first South Korean act to achieve this feat.

album 2020-11-20

BE' Album Release

BTS released their album 'BE', which was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The album's lead single 'Life Goes On' also reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

award 2020-11-24

Grammy Nomination for 'Dynamite'

'Dynamite' earned BTS their first Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, marking a historic moment for a K-pop act.

2021
milestone 2021-05-21

'Butter' Release and Consecutive Hot 100 #1s

BTS released their second English single 'Butter', which also debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for multiple weeks, becoming one of the longest-reigning #1s.

2022
album 2022-06-10

PROOF' Anthology Album Release

BTS released 'PROOF', an anthology album commemorating their nine-year career, featuring past hits, unreleased demos, and new tracks like 'Yet To Come (The Most Beautiful Moment)'.

solo 2022-07-15

J-Hope's 'Jack In The Box' Release

J-Hope released 'Jack In The Box', his first official solo album, marking the beginning of BTS members' individual solo activities.

solo 2022-10-28

Jin's Solo Single 'The Astronaut' Release

Jin released his solo single 'The Astronaut', co-written with Coldplay, ahead of his military enlistment.

2023
solo 2023-03-24

Jimin's Solo Album 'FACE' Release

Jimin released his first official solo album 'FACE', featuring the lead single 'Like Crazy', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

solo 2023-09-08

V's Solo Album 'Layover' Release

V released his debut solo album 'Layover', showcasing his unique vocal style and R&B influences with tracks like 'Slow Dancing'.

solo 2023-11-03

Jungkook's Solo Album 'GOLDEN' Release

Jungkook released his debut solo album 'GOLDEN', featuring global hit singles like 'Standing Next to You' and collaborations with international artists.

2025
milestone 2025-06-13

Group Reunion on 12th Anniversary

With all members having completed their mandatory military service, BTS reunited as a full group on their 12th debut anniversary, marking the end of their hiatus.

2026
album 2026-03-20

New Group Album Release

BTS releases their first group album since their military hiatus, opening a new chapter in their career and reuniting with ARMY worldwide.