BTS has shared more details about their upcoming new album, and we can barely contain our excitement! On May 4, the K-pop group dropped a logo teaser for their eagerly-awaited June release, alongside the official title for the project: “Proof.” The album was first teased on April 16, during the closing night of BTS’s Las Vegas Residency, which included a short clip of group members with the tagline “We Are Bulletproof” and the date “2022.06.10.” BTS ARMY are in their feels following the announcement as the new album will serve as the group’s token of appreciation for their avid fan base’s “unwavering love and support,” arriving just in time for their 9-year-anniversary come June.
So, if you’re counting down the days until we can hit play on “Proof” like us, continue reading to find out everything we know about the much-anticipated project, including its release date, cover art, and trailer.
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When Does BTS’s “Proof” Come Out?
BTS’ “Proof” is slated to hit streaming services globally on June 10 at midnight EST. The physical album, consisting of three CDs, will ship on the same day. However, it hasn’t been disclosed if BTS will release any lead single prior to the album release. Considering that the group scored seven nominations at the upcoming Billboard Music Awards, set to take place on May 15, fans are speculating that BTS might surprise drop a single off their new album with a performance during the awards show. We’re crossing our fingers, manifesting a brand-new track from the global superstars sooner rather than later.
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BTS’s “Proof” Tracklist
BTS has yet to reveal the tracklist for “Proof,” but based on their initial album announcement, the tracklist will include music from throughout the entirety of their discography starting in 2013 until the present, as well as three new songs.
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BTS's "Proof": What is an Anthology Album?
The textbook definition of “Anthology” is a published collection of songs or musical compositions issued in one album. “Proof” is an anthology album because, as Big Hit revealed in their announcement, the album “embodies the history of BTS… as they begin a new chapter as an artist that has been active for nine years to look back on their past endeavors.”
The anthology album consists of three CDs including tracks from “Skool Luv Affair” and “Wings,” to “Map of the Soul,” “BE,” and three all-new tracks the anthology will “reflect the thoughts and ideas of the members on the past, present, and future of BTS.”
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Are There Any Collaborations On BTS’s “Proof”?
Snoop Dogg confirmed earlier this year that he joined forces with BTS for a collaborative track, though we don’t yet know whose album it’ll appear on. Since we do already know that a track with Snoop Dog’s contribution is in the works, we can’t help but wonder if this anticipated single will land on “Proof”‘s official tracklist, but there’s also a possibility it’ll end up on one of the member’s solo releases.
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How to Pre-Order BTS’s “Proof” Album
According to Big Hit Music, “Proof” will go live for pre-order starting May 5 at 10 P.M. EST. Fans can pre-order it directly from various online retailers, including Amazon, Target, and Walmart. You can also pre-order the EP on digital streaming platforms such as iTunes Store.
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What Merch Come With BTS's "Proof" Album?
Currently, Big Hit has not revealed what merch will come inside of “Proof,” but based on past releases, fans can definitely expect photo cards at the very least. Check back here for more details as they becomes available.
