As Blackpink will get prepared for the launch of their fourth live performance tour, Lisa is teasing new music from the group.
“Actually, we were in the studio a few days ago,” she informed me Saturday morning whereas selling her new Bose open earbuds collaboration. “We’re all so super excited to get back together and go on tour. We really miss the blinks. We can’t wait to see them.”
The Okay-pop stars kick off the tour July 5 at Goyang Stadium in South Korea and will wrap up Jan. 18, 2026, on the Tokyo Dome in Japan. U.S. stops embody Los Angeles, New York and Chicago.
While hypothesis has been in overdrive in regards to the attainable launch of a new album coinciding with the tour, Lisa confirms the wait could quickly be coming to an finish. “You have to be patient about it,” Lisa stated. “It’s coming soon, I promise. It’s about time.”
How did the Bose collaboration come about?
I’ve been utilizing the earbuds for a very long time, and I actually just like the product, so when this got here to me, I used to be like, “Yes! I would love to do a collab.” I wished one thing tremendous distinctive. But we took our time to decide on the precise coloration, the emblem and every little thing.
Are you in a position to maintain onto your earbuds, or are you want me and lose them on a regular basis?
These earbuds are nice as a result of they actually keep on. I spend a lot time, so many hours on a aircraft. I put them on and I go to sleep, however after I get up, they’re nonetheless there.
Is there one other collaboration you’d like to do?
Speakers and headphones. Bose can be nice for that.
What about a collaboration with Labubu? [Lisa is largely credited for starting the Labubu craze after being seen with a big plush of the collectible toy, as well as the smaller bag chain.]
I can’t cease speaking about Labubus. I’ve been going loopy for them for nearly a yr, however now I can’t actually get new Labubus. They’re actually laborious to seek out. I’m sort of unhappy.
How many do you could have?
For the most recent assortment, I solely received three or 4. I need the entire field, nevertheless it’s actually laborious to get.
How about a Lisa Labubu?
That can be a lot of enjoyable. It would blow up the web.
Let’s discuss “The White Lotus.” Do you assume Mook and Gaitok are nonetheless collectively?
I don’t know as a result of he went to Bangkok. It must be lengthy distance, so we’d must determine it out.
Where do you assume Mook is right now?
She lately went to Coachella [laughs]. I don’t assume she’s going to remain on the island. I feel she is in some way going to make it to Bangkok.
Have you spoken to Mike White about being on the following season?
People wish to see extra of a Mook. I’d like to if I had the possibility, however I don’t wish to strain anybody.
Who would you like to get into the studio with subsequent?
I actually wish to strive EDM, so possibly I may work with some DJs.
This Q&A was edited for size and readability.
