Seattle fans of South Korean boyband BTS celebrated the release of the band's new album, "Arirang," at a pop-up event at Barnes & Noble in the U District Friday.

BTS’ return to the stage is set to redefine global music, with a free comeback performance, album drop and a massive world tour to come.

"Swim," the lead track of boy group BTS' latest studio album, topped the Top 100 main songs chart on Melon, a leading music streaming platform in South Korea, shortly after its release on Friday.

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The weekend daytime weather will be suitable for outdoor activities. However, due to a significant daily temperature range, health precautions are advised. Saturday, the 21st, will be mostly clear nationwide.

As Seoul gears up for the much-awaited comeback of BTS, security has been tightened in South Korea's capital. The concert will be streaming live globally at 8 p.m. KST (4 a.m. PT / 7 a.m. ET) at Gwanghwamun Square.