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VERNON THE 8 (V8) – 1st Mini Album [V8] (Photobook Ver.) | hello82 Exclusive
CARATs, the unit you didn't know you needed just announced themselves with a V8 engine metaphor and two of the most visually distinct album versions PLEDIS has released in years. VERNON THE 8 (V8) is the SEVENTEEN sub-unit combining Vernon (Hip-Hop Unit) and The 8 (Performance Unit) — two members who represent completely different artistic poles of the group, colliding into something that feels like it was inevitable in hindsight. The "V" from Vernon. The "8" from The 8. Together: V8 — named after the eight-cylinder engine that generates intense acceleration. The metaphor writes itself. 🏎️
The V8 1st Mini Album releases June 29, 2026 through Pledis Entertainment (HYBE, distributed by YG PLUS) and comes in two versions — REV Ver. and RAT'S NEST Ver. — each wrapped in a completely different visual world:
REV VER. 🟠 — Warm amber, orange, and gold. The outsleeve has a distressed, weathered industrial texture — think sun-bleached metal, desert road trips, golden-hour light filtering through factory windows. The "REV" concept is raw, tactile, and warm. Every inclusion (photobook, poster, cards) carries this amber-toned visual thread. This is the version that looks like it smells like gasoline and campfire smoke.
RAT'S NEST VER. ⚪ — Cool white, grey, and muted pink. The outsleeve is embossed with a star-burst impact design and the V8 logo pressed into the surface. The aesthetic is cleaner, more abstract, more deconstructed. The photobook and cards shift into soft pastel-grey tones with an almost ghostly quality. This is the version that looks like it was shot through a frosted window at 5am.
Both versions include the same 8 inclusions:
Outsleeve — version-specific artwork and texture
Photobook — version-exclusive photography featuring Vernon and The 8
CD-R — version-specific disc design (amber tone for REV, white/grey for RAT'S NEST)
Photocard (Unit) — unit photocard featuring Vernon × The 8 together
Photocard — individual member photocards (random pulls from pool)
Folded Poster — version-specific member photography
This is a hello82 exclusive edition — sourced through hello82's allocation for the US market.
Vernon contributed lyrics and composition to the lead track "Orbit," collaborating closely with The 8 on the album's creative direction. Both members are deeply involved in production — Vernon as a songwriter/composer (full member of the Korea Music Copyright Association and Recording Academy voting member) and The 8 as a choreographer/visual artist (creator of "The 8 Contemporary Art" film series combining music and contemporary dance).
Vernon (버논, born Chwe Hansol, July 18, 1998) is a Korean-American rapper and songwriter in SEVENTEEN's Hip-Hop Unit. Previous solo releases include the mixtape Black Eye (2022) and singles "Bands Boy" (2021) and features with Charli XCX. He has co-written and co-composed numerous SEVENTEEN tracks since debut.
The 8 (디에잇, born Xu Minghao, November 7, 1997) is a Chinese dancer, vocalist, and visual artist in SEVENTEEN's Performance Unit. Previous solo releases include the Chinese EP Stardust (2024) and solo tracks "Side by Side" and "13 Months." He is known for his contemporary dance artistry and has released "The 8 Contemporary Art" — an art film series blending music and dance.
SEVENTEEN (세븐틴), the thirteen-member boy group under Pledis Entertainment (HYBE), debuted on May 26, 2015. V8 is SEVENTEEN's sixth unit project, following BSS (DK, Hoshi, Seungkwan), Jeonghan × Wonwoo, Hoshi × Woozi, S.Coups × Mingyu, and DK × Seungkwan. Following the album release, V8 will hold "2026 VERNON THE 8 [V8] LIVE" concerts on July 11–12 at KINTEX (Goyang) and July 18–19 at AsiaWorld-Expo (Hong Kong). The official fandom name is CARAT (캐럿).
Ships from Denver, Colorado, USA 🇺🇸 — hello82 exclusive allocation, shipped with no customs fees.
Photobook — version-exclusive photography (Vernon & The 8)
CD-R — 1EA (version-specific disc artwork)
Photocard (Unit) — Vernon × The 8 unit card
Photocard — individual member photocards (random from pool)
Sticker — 1EA (version-specific design)
Lyric Paper — 1EA
Folded Poster — 1EA (version-specific member photography)
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What is V8?
V8 is a SEVENTEEN sub-unit consisting of Vernon and The 8. The unit name combines the "V" from Vernon and the "8" from The 8, while also referencing a V8 engine — symbolizing the duo's powerful momentum and dynamic creative energy. V8 is SEVENTEEN's sixth unit project, following BSS, Jeonghan × Wonwoo, Hoshi × Woozi, S.Coups × Mingyu, and DK × Seungkwan. Their 1st mini album releases June 29, 2026 through Pledis Entertainment (HYBE).
What is inside the V8 1st Mini Album?
Each copy contains 8 items: (1) Outsleeve (version-specific), (2) Photobook (version-exclusive photography), (3) CD-R, (4) Photocard (Unit) featuring Vernon × The 8, (5) Photocard (individual member cards), (6) Sticker, (7) Lyric Paper, (8) Folded Poster. Exact dimensions and pool sizes will be confirmed by Pledis.
How many versions of the V8 album are there?
Two versions: REV Ver. (warm amber/orange/gold aesthetic) and RAT'S NEST Ver. (cool white/grey/pink aesthetic). Both share the same inclusion structure with version-specific artwork and photography.
What is the difference between REV and RAT'S NEST versions?
The REV Ver. features a warm amber-gold distressed industrial visual concept with sun-bleached, tactile textures. The RAT'S NEST Ver. features a cool white-grey embossed aesthetic with muted pink tones and a star-burst design. The photobook, outsleeve, disc, sticker, poster, and cards all carry version-specific artwork. The tracklist is the same.
What is the lead track of the V8 album?
The confirmed lead track is "Orbit," written and composed by Vernon in collaboration with The 8. Full tracklist details will be announced ahead of the June 29 release.
Is this a hello82 exclusive?
This listing is sourced from hello82's exclusive allocation for the US market. hello82 is an authorized US K-pop retailer. The album content is the same as standard Korean retail — the "exclusive" refers to the distribution channel allocation.
When does the V8 album release?
June 29, 2026 via Pledis Entertainment (HYBE), distributed by YG PLUS.
Will V8 have concerts?
Yes. "2026 VERNON THE 8 [V8] LIVE" concerts are confirmed for July 11–12 at KINTEX Exhibition Center (Goyang, South Korea) and July 18–19 at AsiaWorld-Expo (Hong Kong).
Who is Vernon?
Vernon (버논, Chwe Hansol, born July 18, 1998) is a Korean-American rapper and songwriter in SEVENTEEN's Hip-Hop Unit. He is a full member of the Korea Music Copyright Association and a Recording Academy voting member. Solo releases include the mixtape Black Eye and single "Bands Boy."
Who is The 8?
The 8 (디에잇, Xu Minghao, born November 7, 1997) is a Chinese dancer, vocalist, and visual artist in SEVENTEEN's Performance Unit. Solo releases include the Chinese EP Stardust (2024). He is known for "The 8 Contemporary Art" art film series.
Where can I buy the V8 album in the USA?
At Kpop Exchange (kpop.exchange), Denver, Colorado, USA. Both REV and RAT'S NEST versions available (hello82 exclusive allocation). Ships domestically with no customs fees.
Does the V8 album count toward Hanteo and Billboard?
Yes. 100% chart-eligible on Hanteo, Circle, Billboard, and Music Bank.
Who are the members of SEVENTEEN?
SEVENTEEN (세븐틴) is a 13-member boy group under Pledis Entertainment: S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The 8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. Debuted May 26, 2015. Fandom name: CARAT.
Can I cancel my pre-order?
No. All pre-orders at Kpop Exchange are final sale.
How long does shipping take?
3–7 business days from Denver, CO. Tracking included. No customs fees.
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