Red Velvet has released a new album with all five members participating, about two years and two months after the June 2024 EP ‘Cosmic’. The summer mini-album ‘Velvet Summer’ was released at 6 p.m. Korea Standard Time on August 3, 2026, with ‘Surfin’ Boy’ serving as its title track.
When and how was ‘Velvet Summer’ released?
‘Velvet Summer’ consists of five tracks in total. The album was released on August 3, 2026, and the same 6 p.m. release schedule was announced during Red Velvet’s official Weverse countdown live on that day.
The key point is that this is Red Velvet’s first full-group release in about two years and two months since ‘Cosmic’.
Yonhap News reported, citing an announcement from SM Entertainment, that this promotion marked Red Velvet’s comeback with all five members. As a result, the new release is notable not only for its album lineup but also for the resumption of the group’s full-member activities.
Musical characteristics of the title track ‘Surfin’ Boy’
‘Surfin’ Boy’ is the title track of ‘Velvet Summer’. According to the published album introduction, it is described as a dance song combining bossa nova guitar, reggae rhythms, and a house groove. Rather than belonging to a single clearly defined genre, the song is characterized by its blend of different rhythms and sonic elements.
Red Velvet’s official Weverse media includes the official music video for ‘Surfin’ Boy’ and a YouTube embed link. The music video is available on the [official Red Velvet Weverse media page](https://weverse.io/redvelvet/media/4-237910845?hl=ko).
Points to keep in mind
The digital and standard album release date for ‘Velvet Summer’ was August 3, 2026. Meanwhile, SMTOWN&STORE listed the sales period for the LP version as August 28 through September 3, 2026. The music and standard album release date should therefore be distinguished from the LP sales schedule.
The confirmed details are as follows:
- Album: ‘Velvet Summer’
- Number of tracks: Five in total
- Title track: ‘Surfin’ Boy’
- Previous full-group release: The June 2024 EP ‘Cosmic’
- Where to find the official music video: Red Velvet’s official Weverse media
Sources include SMTOWN&STORE, Red Velvet’s official Weverse, Genie, Bugs, and Yonhap News; checked on August 30, 2026.