K-pop's BTS releases new album 'Proof'

South Korean boy band BTS have released their new album "Proof" to mark the lead-up to the group's ninth anniversary as a band.

The three-disc set anthology album Proof has tracks personally selected and curated by RM, Jimin, Jin, Jungkook, V, Suga and J-Hope, along with a breathtaking music video for their new single Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment).

The songs "reflect the thoughts and ideas of the members on the past, present and future of BTS", with the anthology album including two other brand-new songs Run BTS, and For Youth. 

The first two discs are available on streaming and digital retailers, while the majority of the third disc is CD-only.

The seven-member group last year became the first Asian band to win artist of the year at the American Music Awards. Last week, they met US President Joe Biden at the White House to discuss hate crimes targeting Asians. 

The band made their debut on June 13, 2013, and have since then spearheaded a global K-pop craze with lyrics and social campaigns aimed at empowering youngsters.

But their fan base extends into older demographics, tying their spending power to an internet-savvy generation that harnesses the power of social media.

Last November, BTS took to the stage for the first since the coronavirus pandemic began, with a concert in Los Angeles. In March, BTS returned to their home country with three concerts in Seoul.