STAYC are back. After roughly 11 months away from the Korean market, the six-member group returns this summer with a new single album and a confident new concept.
What Is '2:LOVE' and When Does It Drop?
'2:LOVE' is STAYC's sixth single album, releasing on June 16, 2026 (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. KST under High Up Entertainment. For U.S. fans, that slot lands at 5 a.m. EDT / 2 a.m. PDT on June 16. The project is led by the title track and arrives with an official music video at launch.
The comeback was first teased on STAYC's Weverse on May 31, 2026, where the project was identified as "STAYC The 6th Single Album 〖2:LOVE〗." High Up Entertainment followed with an official announcement dated June 2, confirming that all six members — Sumin, Sieun, ISA, Seeun, Yoon, and J — had revealed the news via social media, alongside teaser photos showing the group under a clear summer sky in what the agency called a "teenfresh" summer mood.
The release marks STAYC's return after an approximately 11-month gap. Their previous Korean release was the special single "I WANT IT" in July 2025, and the new album also arrives roughly four months after the group's Japanese full-length, according to Soompi.
High Up frames '2:LOVE' as a "fresh new transformation" reflecting the maturity the members developed during the hiatus, per the agency's announcement reported by The Korea Herald. The label positions the record as a self-directed, confident love story — a continuation of the upbeat sound established through earlier hits such as "ASAP," "STEREOTYPE," and "RUN2U."
Full Tracklist and Title Track Concept
"2:LOVE" is a four-track set led by the title track "2 L0VE" — stylized with a zero in place of the letter "O" — alongside "WHERE YOU AT?," "SORRY," and "BEAT MY LOVE" . High Up Entertainment describes the title track as a synth-driven pop-dance song about enjoying love itself, regardless of winning or losing, carrying the confident, upbeat energy STAYC is known for . Note that the album title appears as "2:LOVE" while the title track is rendered "2 L0VE" in official tracklist materials — two distinct stylizations fans will see used in parallel.
| # | Track | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | WHERE YOU AT? | B-side |
| 2 | 2 L0VE | Title track |
| 3 | SORRY | B-side |
| 4 | BEAT MY LOVE | B-side |
Track order reflects the official tracklist reveal; final sequencing is confirmed at release. Source: STAYC Weverse.
The tracklist was unveiled through a crossword-puzzle themed poster on STAYC's official channels, part of a staged promotional rollout building toward release day . The reveal arrived faster on official social channels and in press reports than on some storefronts, where title and tracklist fields still read "to be announced" even after the songs had been publicly confirmed — a gap worth noting for fans cross-checking store listings.
An official music video for "2 L0VE" launches simultaneously with the album on June 16, 2026 . Conceptually, the project continues the "teenfresh" signature STAYC established through earlier releases such as "ASAP," "STEREOTYPE," and "RUN2U" . Press coverage using High Up–provided materials frames the record as a self-directed take on love, expressing its many emotional layers with cheerful, bold energy rather than a sharp stylistic break from the group's established sound .
Album Versions, Pre-Orders, and Physical Contents
"2:LOVE" is sold in three physical versions — COURT ZINE ver., PLAYER PROFILE ver., and PLVE ver. — with pre-orders open from June 1 to June 15, 2026 (KST) ahead of the June 16 release . The pre-order window ran from 12:00 KST on June 1 through 23:59 KST on June 15, per the official Weverse notice, giving fans a roughly two-week ordering window before launch .source
The album is distributed across multiple retailers: Weverse Shop, yes24, Kyobo, Aladin, Apple Music, Makestar, Soundwave, HelloLive, and Ktown4u. One caveat for collectors — the PLVE ver. is not listed at HelloLive in the notice text, so fans seeking that edition should check the remaining channels .
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Versions | COURT ZINE ver., PLAYER PROFILE ver., PLVE ver. |
| Pre-order window | June 1 (12:00) – June 15 (23:59), 2026 KST source |
| Channels | Weverse Shop, yes24, Kyobo, Aladin, Apple Music, Makestar, Soundwave, HelloLive, Ktown4u (PLVE ver. excludes HelloLive) |
According to Weverse Shop, the standard physical package includes a 180×250 mm 56-page photobook, an official fragrance card, a CD-R, one random photocard out of 12, a six-postcard set, and one random letter out of six . The product page also lists High Up Entertainment as the label and notes a 190×260×12 mm out box .
For chart-tracking fans, the channel choice matters: Weverse Shop states that its sales count toward both Hanteo Chart and Circle Chart totals, a detail relevant to anyone participating in pre-order benefits or first-week tallies . Beyond the album itself, Allkpop reports that a "2:LOVE" pop-up café/store is planned for June 17, the day after release, extending the rollout into an in-person fan event .
STAY CLOSER Fan-Concert Tour: Cities and Timeline
STAYC will support the "2:LOVE" comeback with a 2026 fan-concert tour titled "STAY CLOSER," set to open in Seoul in August 2026 with two confirmed Seoul shows before expanding internationally . The tour was announced through a separate Weverse notice tied to the album rollout rather than the "2:LOVE" teaser itself, positioning it as the live extension of the group's summer return .
The international leg covers seven cities in total. Beyond the two Seoul openers, announced stops include Manila, Macau, Taipei, Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney — a routing that leans heavily toward Southeast Asia and Australia . The full list of confirmed cities:
- Seoul (two shows, August 2026 — tour opener)
- Manila
- Macau
- Taipei
- Perth
- Melbourne
- Sydney
Specifics that fans typically plan around — exact venue names, individual show dates per city, and ticket on-sale schedules for the international stops — were not yet confirmed as of June 6, 2026, and are expected to follow in subsequent Weverse notices . The Seoul-first, then international sequencing means overseas fans should watch their regional ticketing partners once the Seoul dates lock in.source
In comeback coverage surrounding the tour, member Yoon also addressed disbandment rumors directly, saying she "cannot imagine living without her bandmates" — framing "STAY CLOSER" as a continuation rather than a farewell . The practical takeaway: "2:LOVE" arrives June 16, and the live payoff begins in Seoul in August, with six more cities to follow once dates and venues are announced.
Frequently asked questions
When does STAYC's '2:LOVE' album release?
STAYC's sixth single album "2:LOVE" releases on June 16, 2026 at 6 p.m. KST . For fans in North America, that converts to 5 a.m. EDT and 2 a.m. PDT on the same day . The release comes under High Up Entertainment, roughly 11 months after the group's July 2025 single "I WANT IT."
How many tracks are on STAYC '2:LOVE'?
"2:LOVE" has four tracks : the title track "2 L0VE" (stylized distinctly from the album title), "WHERE YOU AT?," "SORRY," and "BEAT MY LOVE." High Up describes the synth-driven, pop-dance title track as a song about enjoying love itself regardless of winning or losing .
Where can I pre-order or buy STAYC '2:LOVE' physically?
The album is sold through Weverse Shop, yes24, Kyobo, Aladin, Makestar, Soundwave, HelloLive, and Ktown4u, in COURT ZINE, PLAYER PROFILE, and PLVE versions . HelloLive is noted as absent from the PLVE list in the official notice. Pre-orders ran from June 1, 2026 at 12:00 KST through June 15, 2026 at 23:59 KST and have since closed .
What cities are on the STAY CLOSER fan-concert tour?
STAYC's 2026 "STAY CLOSER" fan-concert tour opens with two Seoul shows in August 2026, then expands internationally to seven cities total, with stops in Manila, Macau, Taipei, Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney . Exact dates and venues for the international legs have not yet been announced as of June 6, 2026.
Will there be a music video for the title track?
Yes. An official music video for the title track "2 L0VE" releases simultaneously with the album on June 16, 2026 at 6 p.m. KST . The MV launch caps a crossword-themed promotional rollout that included a tracklist poster, concept photos, and a highlight medley ahead of release day.
