Big Ocean are ready for their next chapter, and it’s set to be their biggest yet. On February 5, the trio – Chanyeon, PJ, and Jiseok – officially announced their comeback through social media, confirming the release of their third mini album, THE GREATEST BATTLE, set for release on March 3 at 6:00 PM (KST). Alongside the news, the group dropped an eye-catching album cover and a detailed promotional schedule.

The newly revealed artwork presents a darker, more powerful concept. Dressed in black casualwear, the members strike firm poses, showing their confidence. Billowing fabric moves dramatically around them, while cryptic markings etched into the ground add an air of mystery. The visual feels purposeful and symbolic. Naturally, speculation is already swirling about the deeper narrative and message Big Ocean are preparing to unveil.

In addition, the group introduced a brand-new team logo and emblem, probably to show a fresh creative direction. Clean yet impactful, the redesigned logo reflects maturity, while the wave-inspired symbol cleverly incorporates their name and debut year – a nod to their journey and steady rise. It’s a subtle but meaningful reset for sure.

The rollout for THE GREATEST BATTLE is carefully mapped out to build momentum. Promotions begin with the tracklist reveal on February 9, followed by group concept photos on February 10, with additional teasers and album content scheduled to drop in stages.

And Big Ocean’s momentum isn’t limited to music alone. After completing two European tours and a U.S. tour last year, the group is already preparing to go even bigger in 2026. This March, they’ll meet fans across 12 cities in the United States, before heading back to Europe for a six-city tour in April, further expanding their growing international presence and proving their global reach is only expanding. As if that weren’t enough, the trio also stepped into the fashion world on February 5, appearing as main models at Seoul Fashion Week’s YUGADANG presentation.

With an interesting new concept, a packed global schedule, and a comeback, THE GREATEST BATTLE will be a great return of the trio.

Feature image courtesy of Parastar Entertainment

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