KATSEYE Unveils Third EP “WILD” Amid Lineup Changes and Record-Breaking Anticipation

On August 14 2026 KATSEYE released their third EP, *WILD*, via HYBE × Geffen. The English-language project follows 2025’s *Beautiful Chaos* and is led by the single “Animal,” co-written by Ed Sheeran and released July 24 2026. The six-track EP includes “Pinky Up,” “Animal,” “Hootie Frutti,” “Bel Air,” “That Way,” and the Target-exclusive “Unloveu.” Physical formats feature a limited jade-green vinyl with a gatefold jacket and member photocards.

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Formed in 2023 through a HYBE-Geffen joint venture, KATSEYE quickly earned Billboard Hot 100 entries, Grammy nominations, and a Coachella 2026 slot. Their prior EP *Beautiful Chaos* debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200.

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The group now operates as a quartet. Member Sophia Laforteza announced a temporary mental-health hiatus on August 7 2026, saying “health has to come first.” Manon Bannerman is also on an indefinite break, with HYBE citing “open and thoughtful conversations.” Their last full-member performance was on February 4 2026 on *The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon*.

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• Feb 4 2026 – Final six-member TV performance.

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• July 24 2026 – “Animal” single release.

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• July 31 2026 – “Animal” video premiere (directed by Cody Critcheloe, starring Demi Moore).

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• Aug 7 2026 – Sophia’s hiatus announcement.

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• Aug 11 2026 – Live debut of “That Way” at Spotify’s KLUB KATSEYE, Brooklyn.

KATSEYE WILD First Listen: Inside their wildest, weirdest and most confident era yet

• Aug 12 2026 – Quartet appears on *The Tonight Show*.

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• Aug 14 2026 – *WILD* EP release.

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• Sept 1, 3, 6 2026 – Start of the “WILDWORLD TOUR” in Dublin, London, Manchester.

KATSEYE WILD First Listen: Inside their wildest, weirdest and most confident era yet

• 1.27 million Spotify pre-saves, surpassing the previous girl-group record of 1.23 million.

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• “Animal” entered the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 24, KATSEYE’s highest debut.

KATSEYE WILD First Listen: Inside their wildest, weirdest and most confident era yet

• “Unloveu” was co-written by member Lara Raj with Amy Allen and Ross Golan.

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HYBE emphasized the “temporary” nature of Manon’s break and a focus on “health and wellbeing.” Sophia’s Instagram post reiterated support for her recovery, noting “the door is always open.”

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• “I think something that fans can expect from Wild is a lot more authenticity and a lot more raw emotion,” — Switzerland Megan Skiendiel

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• “We warm up, sometimes we sleep, we come together and have a little moment,” — Lara Raj

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The pre-save milestone signals strong fan engagement ahead of KATSEYE’s first full-length album, underscoring commercial momentum despite the reduced lineup. The EP’s focus on “maturity, growing up” reflects an artistic shift, reinforced by the documentary *Wild Hearts* (released August 12 2026) and the upcoming arena tour.

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