K-pop group THE BOYZ in the music video for their single 'Trigger.' Screenshot from video on THE BOYZ's YouTube channelK-pop group THE BOYZ ushered in a new era on Monday with the release of their ninth extended play (EP), titled "Trigger."

"Trigger," which consists of six songs, marks the 11-member group's first comeback since releasing the final installment to their three-part "Phantasy" album in March.

The new EP was unveiled along with the music video for its title track, which features the members in a futuristic, dystopian world, culminating in a dramatic, fiery finale.

"Trigger" also includes "Bite Back," which the group has been performing in its "Zeneration II" tour concerts, which made a stop in Manila last August.

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Notably, "Trigger" comes following reports that the group is preparing to leave label IST Entertainment once their exclusive seven-year contracts expire in December. IST reportedly responded by stating that discussions regarding the members' contracts are still ongoing.

THE BOYZ debuted in December 2017 with the single "Boy" and have since achieved greater recognition after winning the competition program "Road to Kingdom" in 2020. They continued to build on their success by competing in its sequel "Kingdom: Legendary War" in 2021.

In July, the group also dropped its Japanese album "Gibberish."

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