Zero Base One Teases Comeback with ‘TOP 5’ Music Video: What to Expect from Their New Album 'Ascend-'

Choi Jae-hyuk. | 2026.05.14

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[CBC News] ZeroBaseOne has begun warming up for its comeback, releasing a teaser for the title track from the group's new album.

On May 14, ZeroBaseOne posted a teaser for the music video of "TOP 5," the lead single from its sixth mini-album, Ascend-, on the group's official social channels.

In the short clip, the members—dressed in black—project a restrained, sophisticated aesthetic against a sleek set. Joined by a group of dancers, they display tightened synchronization and offer glimpses of a more dynamic performance.

The group plans to premiere the "TOP 5" music video at midnight on May 18, ahead of the official audio release, to build momentum around the comeback. The new record frames the members' musical journey as a narrative, and fans are watching to see how that growth will translate on stage.

ZeroBaseOne's sixth mini-album, Ascend-, is scheduled to be released at 6 p.m. on May 18 across major online music platforms.

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