4th Generation K-pop Groups
Post-pandemic era — 2018–2022 debuts dominating today's charts. aespa, IVE, ITZY, LE SSERAFIM, (G)I-DLE, NewJeans, ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, TXT, Stray Kids.
Groups (10)
What defines 4th generation K-pop?
K-pop generations are loosely defined by debut year and the era's defining production style. Boundaries between generations aren't strict — the term is used by fans and the industry to cluster groups who share training systems, sound trends, and global breakout patterns.
4th-gen groups (debuting 2018–2022) emerged through the pandemic era when concerts were limited and online presence became central. Strong examples include aespa, IVE, NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, and ENHYPEN — many leaning into early-2000s retro sounds and viral-first marketing.
Click any group card to see their full member roster, agency, debut date, and upcoming concerts. We currently track 10 groups from this generation with active touring schedules.
How we source this data
Concert and tour schedules are sourced from Interpark NOL — Korea's largest official K-pop ticketing partner. Group profiles are translated and adapted from public Wikipedia / Namu Wiki entries. Times auto-convert to your local timezone; always verify the final on-sale time on the ticketing site.
Last verified: May 7, 2026
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