BTS, Niall Horan, Lizzo & More: New Music Friday Guide

ARMY can rejoice, because the Bangtan Boys are back in a big way. After the members of BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook) stepped away from the group to fulfill government-mandated time in the South Korean military and pursue solo endeavors, the seven members have reunited for the first BTS full-length in six years: Arirang .

The 14-track project features an impressive roster of superstar producers, including Diplo, Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, Mike WiLL Made-It and Ryan Tedder. Led by “ Swim ,” a track that fuses dance-pop production with the group’s signature blend of singing and rapped vocals, it’s clear that BTS have not missed a step; the group not only sounds ready to meet this moment, but eager to dominate the world once more.

After politely picking up the tabs for various dinner guests across Los Angeles and New York restaurants, it’s now clear Niall’s intention may have had some hidden meaning, too. The former One Direction member has shared a new single, which happens to be the title track for his forthcoming new...