Collage of various album covers, posters, and artwork arranged in a grid, including colorful designs, photographs, and illustrations.

BTS History by Member

Welcome to our comprehensive chronological history of BTS. Over 18 months, ARMY Project 529 meticulously documented the evolution of BTS and it’s seven members, producing weekly deep-dives into each era of their groundbreaking careers. From the raw, introspective debuts to the chart-topping masterpieces of the "Chapter 2" era, our history offers far more than a simple timeline.

Each entry is a curated experience featuring insightful commentary, daily video playlists, and "Fun Facts" that even seasoned fans might have missed. To spark deeper connection, we’ve included our signature Bangtan Bubble discussion prompts—designed to engage your heart and brain as you navigate the music.

Whether you're a Chapter Two ARMY catching up on the members' diverse solo catalogs or a longtime fan revisiting their individual journeys as artists, use the album covers below to explore the fascinating histories of RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook.

Kim Namjoon / RM

A collage with photos of a group of people standing outdoors, a bicycle illustration, a person sitting alone in a room, and a close-up portrait of a young man with short hair, wearing a dark sweater, touching his lips and looking at the camera.

Kim Seokjin / Jin

Collage of various digital images, including a black and white portrait of a young man with dark hair, a graphic of a space-themed simulation, colorful text saying 'HAPPY' and 'The Astronaut', and a poster of a person in a colorful jacket holding an umbrella.

Min Yoongi / SUGA / Agust D

Black and white collage featuring a young man with dark hair wearing a leather jacket, necklaces, and carrying a guitar, with various magazine covers and illustrations in the background.

Jung Hoseok / j-hope

Collage of various images including a black and white portrait of a young man, colorful cartoon and graphic art pieces, a magazine titled 'Hope World,' and framed photographs of a young man on walls, with vibrant and playful themes.

Park Jimin / Jimin

Collage of various images including a person with arms outstretched, a black-and-white portrait of a young man, a colorful neon sign reading 'Closer Than This,' Christmas tree with 'Christmas Love,' and the logo 'UMN MUSE'.

Kim Taehyung / V

A collage of multiple images including a black-and-white pixel art dog face, pink posters with text promoting friendship, a person indoors, cartoon snow scene, and a boy in a gray plaid jacket sitting thoughtfully.

Jeon Jung Kook / Jung Kook / JK

Collage of multiple images featuring Jung Kook of BTS including album covers, promotional photos, and a central black-and-white portrait of him wearing a white shirt.

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BTS History by Album