On February 23, SWING Entertainment stated, “I.O.I has confirmed their comeback this coming May. They are currently preparing a new album.”.

According to the report, SWING Entertainment will take full charge of I.O.I’s management and oversee their activities throughout this 10th anniversary reunion project.

I.O.I debuted in May 2016 as a project group formed through “Produce 101” with members Jeon Somi, Kim Se Jeong, Choi Yoojung, Chungha, Kim So Hye, Zhou Jie Qiong, Jung Chaeyeon, Kim Doyeon, Kang Mina, Lim Nayoung, and Yeonjung.

After eight months of promotions, the group officially disbanded in January 2017. Kang Mina and Zhou Jie Qiong will be unable to participate due to unavoidable circumstances arising from pre-scheduled commitments, and I.O.I will be making their comeback as a nine-member group.

In addition to releasing a new album, I.O.I plans to meet global fans in person by holding a Seoul concert followed by an Asia tour.