SM Entertainment rookie girl group Hearts2Hearts announced the release of their second mini-album, "Lemon Tang," on June 1, 2026 [1].
The comeback marks a pivotal moment for the rookie group as they seek to expand their discography and audience reach. By releasing a second EP shortly after their debut, the group is establishing a rapid production cycle typical of the competitive K-pop industry.
The group first shared the news on June 1, 2026, at 00:00 KST [1]. To build anticipation for the project, the group released a summery music video teaser through SM Entertainment’s official YouTube channel and their social-media accounts [1, 3].
The full release of the "Lemon Tang" EP and the accompanying music video teaser is scheduled for June 22, 2026 [1, 2]. The content is set to go live at 18:00 KST [1].
This project represents the group's second mini-album since their debut [2]. The promotional strategy relies heavily on visual teasers to engage fans before the official drop of the music. The "Lemon Tang" concept appears to lean into a bright, seasonal aesthetic to align with the June release date [1].
SM Entertainment said it has not provided further details regarding the tracklist or the specific number of songs included in the EP. The company continues to use its global digital platforms to coordinate the rollout of the rookie group's content across different time zones.
“Hearts2Hearts announced the release of their second mini-album, "Lemon Tang,"”
The rapid transition from a debut to a second mini-album suggests that SM Entertainment is aggressively positioning Hearts2Hearts to capture market share in the rookie girl group sector. By timing the 'Lemon Tang' release for late June, the agency is leveraging the 'summer comeback' window, which is historically a high-traffic period for K-pop consumption and music festival bookings.
