'Alternative Service' SEVENTEEN Vernon Announces Surprise Solo Single 'I'll Be Back' [Star Issue]

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SEVENTEEN member Vernon will release a surprise new song on the very day he begins his military service.

According to FNC Entertainment, which manages Vernon, he will release the new single 'I'll Be Back' (I'll Be Back) through major music streaming platforms at 6 p.m. on the 20th.

'I'll Be Back' is an electronic track with a distinct pop sensibility. It was first unveiled as a live performance at the July '2026 VERNON THE 8 [V8] LIVE' concert, where it received positive responses. Vernon participated in writing and composing the song, embedding sincere messages to his fans within its lyrical arrangement.

Vernon has already been recognized for his diverse musical spectrum through solo releases across various genres, including 'Mia,' a track from the V8 mini-album, 'Shining Star (Vernon Solo)' from SEVENTEEN's fifth full-length album, and the mixtape 'Black Eye.' Building on this foundation, he has continued his prolific creative activities by co-producing the V8 album with D-8 and collaborating with renowned artists both domestically and internationally.

As a result of these achievements, Vernon joined the Recording Academy as a voting member for the Grammy Awards selection process last year. In 2024, he was promoted to full membership in the Korean Music Copyright Association.

Meanwhile, Vernon will begin his alternative service on August 20. FNC Entertainment previously announced on July 27 the military service schedules for both Vernon and DK: "DK will enlist as an active-duty soldier in the Army on September 8. He will participate without any disruption in all scheduled official events prior to enlistment. Given that the training camp induction ceremony is a gathering attended by numerous soldiers and their families, we kindly request that you refrain from visiting the site." Regarding Vernon, the agency stated: "Vernon will fulfill his military obligations starting August 20 and will also participate without any disruption in all scheduled official events prior to enlistment. We kindly ask that you refrain from visiting either the training camp induction ceremony or his alternative service workplace."

The agency further added: "Although both members will be unable to participate in SEVENTEEN's activities after beginning their service, they plan to continue connecting with CARAT (SEVENTEEN's official fandom name) through various pre-prepared content. We kindly ask for CARAT's unwavering love and support as DK and Vernon faithfully fulfill their military duties and return in even healthier forms."

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