Singer Son Ho-young is releasing a digital single at the end of this month, according to his agency Stone Music Entertainment and Swing Entertainment on Thursday.

It will mark his return to the music scene after a hiatus of about five years.

In time with the new release, the former member of g.o.d is changing his stage name to Shy, to show his will to make a fresh start.

While the exact date for his comeback has not yet been announced, the singer will have a fan meet titled “HOI at Home” on March 28 to celebrate his birthday with his fans through his official YouTube channel.

BY LEE SUN-MIN [summerlee@joongang.co.kr]