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Twenty years, the first K-pop light stick and a stadium return as a trio in 2026. Here is what a new VIP needs to know.

21years on 19 August 2027 · in 303 days

Quick answers

When did BIGBANG debut?

On 19 August 2006, on stage at the YG Family Concert in Seoul. Their first single album followed on 29 August.

How many members does BIGBANG have?

Three: G-Dragon (leader), Taeyang and Daesung. The group debuted as five; Seungri left in 2019 and T.O.P in 2023.

What is the BIGBANG fandom called?

VIP. The yellow crown on top of the group's light stick stands for the fandom.

What is the BIGBANG light stick called?

The Bang Bong. G-Dragon created the first version in 2007, often called the first K-pop light stick.

Is BIGBANG still active?

Yes. They played Coachella in April 2026, released "BiiiG" on their 20th anniversary and are on the XX : Cosmos world tour into 2027.

The story so far

  1. Debut at the YG Family Concert in Seoul, as a five-member group.

  2. "Lies" becomes their first major hit.

  3. Worldwide Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards, the first Asian act to win it.

  4. Alive is the first Korean-language album on the Billboard 200.

  5. The Made world tour draws 1.5 million fans in 32 cities.

  6. Seungri leaves the group.

  7. "Still Life", their first release in about four years, as a four-member group.

  8. T.O.P leaves; BIGBANG continues as a trio.

  9. G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung perform at Coachella.

  10. 20th anniversary single "BiiiG" and three sold-out nights at Goyang Stadium.

Start with these 5 songs

  1. LiesTheir first big hit, from the EP Always.2007
  2. Haru HaruThe ballad-pop single that made them stars across Asia.2008
  3. Fantastic BabyFrom Alive, and still the song that opens their concerts.2012
  4. Bang Bang BangFrom the 2015 Made series, released one single album a month.2015
  5. BiiiGThe 20th anniversary single, their first new song in four years.2026

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In the Fan Chart

The Fan Chart on The Crowd adds up every fan's top 10. Here is where BIGBANG stands.

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    G-Dragon

    권지용
    Name
    Kwon Ji-yong
    Born
    18 August 1988
    Role
    Leader

    Returned as a soloist in 2024 with "Power", after a seven-year break.

    Taeyang

    동영배
    Name
    Dong Young-bae
    Born
    18 May 1988
    Role
    Oldest member

    His solo single "Eyes, Nose, Lips" (2014) was his first No. 1 as a soloist.

    Daesung

    강대성
    Name
    Kang Dae-sung
    Born
    26 April 1989
    Role
    Youngest member

    Sang the 2008 trot song "Look at Me, Gwisun" and released "Universe" in 2025.

    Know your BIGBANG?Six K-pop questions a day in the Daily, and a collectible card for every finished set.

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    Last checked 19 October 2026. Sources include Korea JoongAng Daily, The Korea Times, The Korea Herald and Herald Business. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.