With popular girl group 2NE1's comeback, fans anticipate a whole different image from before.

YG Entertainment has announced that 2NE1's comeback will be sometime in the middle of July. On YG's official blog, they have posted a picture of 2NE1's new logo as well as a, "2NE1 COMIN SOON' sign, hinting that they will be coming back soon.

On June 25, YG also posted on their official blog the official teaser pictures for 2NE1's leader, CL. In the picture, CL looks very lively and bubbly, which was different from her powerful presence and rap skills. Her outfit complimented her great figure as well. Her concept changed greatly from her usual concert images. With an interview with OSEN, Dara commented, "I personally think that this album's concept is a bit sexy."

2NE1 has also said that their album was supposed to release at the beginning of this month but was pushed back because they wanted to perfect their album jacket and music video. 

As much as 2NE1 is working hard to produce a great album, the fans anticipation for it is soaring as well. Next month, Super Junior will also be releasing their new album, creating more competition for 2NE1's new album, along with Wonder Girls, f(x) and After School.

The Wonder Girls have come back on June 3 with their title song, "Like This" and is gaining popularity with their fun dance step, the "crab leg" dance. f(x) has come back on June 10 with their song, "Electric Shock" which one 1st place as soon as it released. On June 20, After School also came back with their song, "Flashback." With these three girl group's comeback, 2NE1 has some fierce competition waiting for them next month.

"First place killer" 2NE1 will be coming back soon, and fans anticipate a girl group battle on who wins first place. 2NE1 is know for their charisma and unique performances. Their stylish outfits and different style of music has made them a culture icon of this era. They will be showing a whole different side to them with this upcoming new album.

This will be their comeback after almost a year since their 2nd album release. Everyone is on the lookout for 2NE1's new and upgraded album this summer.