aespa

Tier S

Group debuted 2020 under SM.

aespa group photo

에스파

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC)

Type
Group
Agency
SM
Tier
S — Mega global
Gender
Female
Debut
2020
Fandom
MY
Status
Active
All Tier S6 albums4 members

About aespa

Overview

aespa (에스파) is a girl K-pop group that debuted in 2020 under SM, and is 6 years into their career. The lineup is composed of 4 members: Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning. The official fandom is named MY, a name fans use across social media, fan-meets, and concert venues.

On kpopdropz's tier framework, aespa is rated Tier S — Mega global — a tier that represents the highest level of mainstream visibility, chart performance, and global fan engagement. Across our discography database, aespa is tracked across 6 releases (2 studio albums, 1 single album, and 3 mini albums), spanning the act's release history through to the most recent comeback. Their most recent release indexed here is LEMONADE (Studio Album, released 2026-05-29).

Members4

aespa is composed of 4 members: Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning. Position assignments include Karina (Leader · Main Dancer · Lead Vocalist), Giselle (Main Rapper), Winter (Lead Vocalist · Lead Dancer), and Ningning (Main Vocalist · Maknae). The lineup spans birth years 2000–2002, with Karina as the eldest and Ningning as the maknae.

Discography6

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aespa's release history indexed on kpopdropz spans from MY WORLD (Mini Album, 2023-05-08) through to LEMONADE (Studio Album, 2026-05-29) — a 3-year arc covering 6 projects. Their most prolific year on record is 2024, with 2 releases indexed.

Gallery35

Press shots, album visuals, and video stills

📷 Press & live

Public domain & CC images via Wikimedia Commons

💿 Album visuals

5 releases

🎬 Video stills

12 videos · YouTube thumbnails

Latest videos8

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📅 Upcoming events3

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  • aespa tour
    JUN13–14
    Ended
    🌍 Tour

    SYNK : PARALLEL LINE — Tokyo Dome

    Tokyo, JP

    📍 Tokyo Dome

    aespa stops in Tokyo as part of an ongoing world tour leg.

    aespa
  • aespa tour
    SEP15–11
    In 3 months
    🌍 Tour

    2026-27 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : COMPLæXITY (North America)

    Hamilton, Canada

    aespa stops in Hamilton as part of an ongoing world tour leg.

    aespa
    🎟 Tickets ↗More about aespa →

Latest news4

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  • 2026-06-16

    June Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

    The Korean Business Research Institute has released June's brand reputation rankings for idol groups based on consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness. BTS continues to lead the rankings. Data was collected from May 17 to June 17.

    Soompi

  • 2026-06-14

    ILLIT Takes 3rd Win For "It's Me" On Inkigayo

    ILLIT won their third music show trophy for "It's Me" on the June 14 episode of SBS's Inkigayo, scoring 5,168 points. The song competed against I.O.I's "Suddenly" and aespa's "LEMONADE" for first place. SHINee, BABYMONSTER, and other artists also performed on the show.

    Soompi

  • 2026-06-13

    I.O.I Wins First-Ever Music Core Trophy With 'Suddenly'

    I.O.I claimed their first music show win on MBC's Music Core with their 10th-anniversary track 'Suddenly,' scoring 7,815 points. The episode also featured performances by BABYMONSTER, BOYNEXTDOOR, and other artists.

    Soompi

  • 2026-06-07

    ILLIT Takes 1st Win For 'It's Me' On Music Core

    ILLIT won their first music show trophy for 'It's Me' on the June 6 episode of MBC's Music Core, earning 7,072 points. The song competed against I.O.I's 'Suddenly' and AKMU's 'Paradise of Rumors.' aespa and TREASURE also performed on the episode.

    Soompi

Where to buy aespa photocards & merch

Buying guide

For collectors, aespa photocards and merchandise are distributed across four channels that matter for resale value and authenticity: (a) standard album versions sold worldwide through Ktown4u, Music Plant, and Weverse Shop, (b) pre-order benefit (POB) cards offered by individual retailers — each shop typically ships a different exclusive card, (c) fansign and lucky-draw cards, which are Korea-only and only obtainable by attending an event or buying through a Korean proxy, and (d) secondary market listings on Mercari, Bunjang (번개장터), and X/Twitter trade communities.

Before buying aespa photocards on the secondary market, treat every listing as a potential reprint until proven otherwise. Reprints are the single biggest risk for new collectors: they look indistinguishable in flat photos but show subtle differences in print texture, edge cut, and back-side ink under good light. Always ask for clear photos of the back, the corner cut, and a held-card video at an angle. For lucky-draw and fansign cards, request the original event proof or known seller history. We cover authentication signals on our verification guides — see the internal links above this section.

Direct from-Korea routes (Ktown4u, Music Plant, Weverse Shop) typically ship within 5–10 business days for Asia and 10–20 days for North America and Europe. Customs duties vary by country: the EU and UK generally charge VAT plus a small handling fee on parcels over the de minimis threshold; the US has higher de minimis tolerances; LATAM markets (Brazil, Mexico) often see longer customs holds. Plan release-week budgets accordingly, and prefer pre-orders over launch-day purchases when shop stock is limited.

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Frequently asked questions about aespa

10 Q&A
When did aespa debut?
aespa debuted in 2020 under SM.
Who are the members of aespa?
aespa is composed of 4 members: Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning.
What agency manages aespa?
aespa is managed by SM.
What is the official fandom name of aespa?
aespa's official fandom is named MY.
How many albums has aespa released?
Our database currently tracks 6 aespa releases, including 2 studio albums, 1 single album, and 3 mini albums. The catalog is updated as new comebacks are indexed.
What is aespa's most recent album?
The most recent aespa release indexed here is LEMONADE (Studio Album, released 2026-05-29).
Where can I buy aespa photocards?
aespa photocards are sold through standard album purchases (Ktown4u, Music Plant, Weverse Shop), retailer-exclusive pre-order benefit cards, Korea-only fansign and lucky-draw events, and the secondary market (Mercari, Bunjang). Always verify authenticity before any high-value resale purchase.
Are aespa photocards from Weverse different from Ktown4u versions?
Yes. Each shop typically offers its own exclusive pre-order benefit (POB) photocard or photobook, so the Weverse version, the Ktown4u version, the Music Plant version, and the Korean shop versions are usually different. Collectors who want a complete set buy from multiple shops.
Is aespa currently active?
Yes — aespa is currently active. Track upcoming comebacks and tour dates from this page or our release calendar.
Where can I watch official aespa music videos?
Official aespa music videos are available on the group's verified YouTube channel, with embedded clips and release context curated on this site under the videos section.

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