LISA and Anyma are moving fast, ოფიციally announcing their surprise collaboration “Bad Angel,” set to release on Wednesday, April 8—less than 48 hours after the first teaser dropped.
The rapid rollout follows LISA’s recent Instagram hints from the studio, which sparked speculation about new music. That tease has now materialized into her first solo release in over a year, landing at a strategic moment just ahead of Coachella 2026.
Coachella Performance Rumors Build
Anyma is expected to debut a new live show titled Aeden during his Coachella set, fueling speculation that LISA could make a surprise on-stage appearance tied to “Bad Angel.” The timing has amplified anticipation across both K-pop and electronic music fanbases.
Momentum After BLACKPINK’s Record-Breaking Return
The release caps an already explosive stretch for LISA. In February, she reunited with BLACKPINK for their EP Deadline, which shattered records with 1.4 million copies sold within hours, according to Hanteo Chart data—marking the highest first-day sales ever for a girl group.
The milestone extended the group’s dominance following 2022’s Born Pink, making BLACKPINK the first girl group to achieve multiple million-selling albums within 24 hours of release.
Solo Era Gains Strength
Since departing YG Entertainment and Interscope Records in 2023, LISA has accelerated her solo career on her own terms.
Her debut solo album, Alter Ego, released in February 2025 via Lloud and RCA Records, debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200 and topped the U.S. Top Album Sales chart. The project also performed strongly internationally, including a No. 6 peak on South Korea’s Circle Retail Album Chart.
Several tracks from the album achieved global success:
Rockstar reached the top five on the Billboard Global 200 and hit No. 1 in multiple markets
Born Again and Dream both topped charts in Thailand
Three songs from the album entered the Billboard Hot 100
A recent livestream further fueled speculation about upcoming releases, with LISA reacting playfully to fan comments about new music.
Las Vegas Milestone Ahead
Adding to the momentum, LISA recently announced her first Las Vegas residency, Viva La Lisa, set for November at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace—making her the first K-pop artist to headline a residency on the Las Vegas Strip.
A New Chapter Begins
With “Bad Angel,” LISA signals the next phase of her solo evolution—blending global pop influence with Anyma’s electronic edge. Combined with Coachella buzz and her expanding global footprint, the release positions her for another major moment in 2026.
All eyes are now on April 8, as fans await what could be one of the year’s most talked-about cross-genre collaborations.
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