BIGHIT MUSIC Announces That BTS J-Hope’s “Jack In The Box” Album Will Not Exactly Be A Physical Release
Previously, BIGHIT MUSIC officially announced that J-Hope would be the first of the BTS members to release a solo album, Jack In The Box, after the announcement that the group would be taking time to focus on individual work.
j-hope 'Jack In The Box'#jhope #제이홉 #JackInTheBox pic.twitter.com/aVVBwH3QbT
— BIGHIT MUSIC (@BIGHIT_MUSIC) June 25, 2022
Again, BIGHIT MUSIC reiterated that BTS is technically not taking a hiatus as a group with Korean, English, and Japanese statements. There originally had been misunderstandings due to mistranslations in a live broadcast.
Hello.
This is BIGHIT MUSIC.
We would like to announce the release of ‘Jack In The Box,’ j-hope’s solo album. BTS has turned the page on their new chapter, throughout which the members will harmoniously carry out their group and individual activities. j-hope will be the first member of BTS to start this new journey and release his solo album.
j-hope’s solo album, as expressed in the title of the album ‘Jack In The Box,’ represents his aspirations to break the mold and grow further.
Starting with his pre-released track to be released on July 1st, diverse content to show j-hope’s creative identity as an artist will be introduced. Please stay tuned and we will continue to provide you with more details on the album.
We hope that you look forward to ‘Jack In The Box’ and send j-hope your love and support as he takes his first step as a solo artist.
Pre-released track release date: 1 PM, Friday, July 1, 2022 (KST)
Full tracks release date: 1 PM, Friday, July 15, 2022 (KST)
Thank you.
— BIGHIT MUSIC
Now, BIGHIT MUSIC has released another update in English regarding J-Hope’s solo album release Jack In The Box. For those who would like “physical copies,” you can purchase Weverse Album. Pre-order begins June 27, but it is officially released July 29.
Hello.
This is BIGHIT MUSIC.
We would like to provide information on the pre-order for j-hope’s solo album ‘Jack In The Box’ scheduled for release on Friday, July 29.
‘Jack In the Box’ will be available on Weverse Album, and you can place your pre-order for the album beginning on Monday, June 27 at online and in-person retailers.
<j-hope “Jack In The Box” Pre-order Information>
Pre-order dates
From 11 AM, Monday, June 27, 2022 (KST)
Album release date
1 PM, Friday, July 29, 2022 (KST)
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Pre-order locations
Online and in-person music stores where albums are sold
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Album contents
[‘Jack In The Box’]
– 1 type
Card holder (1 random out of 2)
Photocard A (1 type) / W54*H86 (mm)
Photocard B (1 random out of 2) / W54*H86 (mm)
QR card (User guide) / W54*H86 (mm)
<How to Use Weverse Album>
- Download Weverse Albums app.
- Log in with your Weverse account, or your social media account.
- Scan the QR code by tapping on the [+] button at the upper right corner, or the [Add Album].
If you’re having trouble scanning the QR code, try entering the digital code at the bottom.
- Download your album and you’re all set!
* Download the app and scan the QR code to check out the full tracks of the album and exclusive photosavailable only on Weverse Albums.
* Start dates and times for the album pre-order may vary by country and pre-order location. Information on the pre-order start date and time of each pre-order location will be further notified.
— BIGHIT MUSIC
Based on the description, it is not technically a physical album. Although, it appears that it will come with photocards!
Pre-order j-hope’s solo album “Jack In The Box” (Weverse Album)!
Enjoy his new songs and special contents!📀Download and install Weverse Albums app > [Add Album] to enjoy!
📆Mon. June 27, 2022, 11:00 AM – Thu. July 28, 2022, 11:59 PM (KST)GLOBAL👉https://t.co/NZFrXfoRoV pic.twitter.com/la84QvWH3U
— Weverse Shop (@weverseshop) June 27, 2022
Initially, some fans were a bit confused as it’s unlike the usual BTS album sales through Weverse.
I have more questions, as doesn't seems there is a true physical album, just a package with a QC code, if that codes only takes you to Weverse Album then non of these preorders will count to our local charts. Meaning no BB charts.
That means just like mixtapes ,+
— BTS Yet To Come 🌌Carmen ⁷⟭⟬⟬⟭💜 (@cidorta) June 27, 2022
I have more questions, as doesn’t seems there is a true physical album, just a package with a QC code, if that codes only takes you to Weverse Album then non of these preorders will count to our local charts. Meaning no BB charts.
That means just like mixtapes ,+
— BTS Yet To Come 🌌Carmen ⁷⟭⟬⟬⟭💜 (@cidorta) June 27, 2022
But it’ll essentially be just a package with QR code and photocards. So, the album will consist of exactly a Card Holder (1 of 2), Photocard A (1 type), Photocard B (1 of 2), and QR card (User guide).
For those confused about if Jack in the Box is a "physical" album
The inclusions are physical
The songs can be redeemed digitally https://t.co/RuF6TbbneV
— BTS ⟭⟬ Merch⁷⟬⟭ (@BTSMerchUpdates) June 27, 2022
A Weverse Album does not contain a CD and therefore, there's not a charting benefit for it to be USA distributed
Potential additional versions may be announced
Weverse Albums: contain digital copies of your albums and inclusions (if offered), and exclusive content
— BTS ⟭⟬ Merch⁷⟬⟭ (@BTSMerchUpdates) June 27, 2022
jack in the box will be available on weverse album so they only physical thing you actually get are the photocards in the little box, everything else is digital. hybe has been doing this with their other groups lately!!
— coco in the box ⇄ (@jkologist) June 27, 2022
J-Hope’s new solo album will be released ahead of his headlining at the Chicago music festival 2022 Lollapalooza. So, ARMYs can expect him to perform new songs in his set.
Read more regarding J-Hope’s Jack In The Box below:
BTS J-Hope’s Solo Album “Jack In The Box” Is Coming – ARMY Can’t Contain Their Excitement
