K-pop music as a genre has become well known around the world, but the Japanese market has always been lucrative for Korean music groups. With groups and soloists releasing their music not only in Korean but also in Japanese and Chinese versions, there is a sense of inclusiveness for K-pop …
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It’s going to be a very busy month for K-Dramas on Netflix in March as we take a look at two new dramas, one new weekly drama, and four weekly returning dramas. Here are all the exciting new K-Dramas coming to Netflix in March 2022. N=Netflix Original New weekly K-Dramas …
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VICE K-Pop: music, fandom, celebrities and all things K-pop. This month, VICE is going all out on all things K-pop and Korean music, with articles and videos about music, fans and celebrities. Anyone planning to get into K-pop knows all about the huge amount of content they have to consume …
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Boy group Rookie Trendz sat down with Korea JoongAng Daily on January 27 for an interview. [JEON TAE-GYU] A new K-pop boy group has been launched by a major Korean company – but it’s not one of the K-pop powerhouses you might think of. Trendz, pronounced “trend zee,” debuted Jan. …
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MONSTA X is a South Korean boy group formed under Starship Entertainment’s survival program No.Mercy. The group currently consists of six members: Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney and IM The group debuted on May 14, 2015 with their debut EP Trespass. In March 2017, Monsta X released their first studio …
Read More »3 members of K-pop group iKON test positive for COVID-19
This undated photo, provided by YG Entertainment, shows K-pop boy group iKON. (YG Entertainment via The Korea Herald/Asia News Network) SEOUL — Three members of K-pop boy band iKON have tested positive for the coronavirus, their agency announced Sunday. Kim Jin-hwan, Song Yun-heong and Kim Dong-hyuk were confirmed to have …
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Taecyeon READ: Netizens and fans pick the male K-Pop idols who have the best abs in K-Pop! Despite signing with a new agency to better promote his acting activities, Taecyeon remains an active member of JYP Entertainment boy group 2PM. In fact, the group 2PM made their highly anticipated comeback …
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IZ*ONE was one of the biggest fourth-generation girl groups that consistently broke records. In fact, their massive fan base showed their loyalty by raising over $2.6 million to help the girls reunite when their agency shared that the girl group had disbanded. Since the twelve-member project group was formed through …
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ENHYPEN BELIFT LABORATORY Ensuring you’re one of the top-selling bands in one of the biggest music markets in the world within a year would be more than satisfying for most artists, but ENYHPEN is aiming for much bigger. Since their official debut on the music scene in November 2020, ENHYPEN …
Read More »Oh my God! What an amateur! EXO’s Outfit Pics Will Make You Drool, See Here
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The Big Hit Music management agency announced in December that RM, Jin and Suga had been diagnosed with Covid-19. Three members of K-pop group BTS have made “full recoveries” from the coronavirus after testing positive last month, their label said. The Big Hit Music management agency announced in December that …
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Imagine that one fine day you wake up and realize that your city, your building or even your family is the victim of a zombie attack! Sounds like something straight out of a zombie drama, doesn’t it! South Koreans adore the zombie thriller genre and have produced gems like âTrain …
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BTS is a record-breaking boy group. They have collaborated with artists like Sia, Halsey and Megan Thee Stallion. They even got a Grammy nomination for their song “Butter”. BTS has also been the ambassadors of several well-known brands, including Louis Vuitton and FILA. BTS and McDonald’s have teamed up to …
Read More »South Korean boyband FTISLAND announces first comeback mini album in over 2 years
South Korean boy band FTISLAND recently announced their comeback. The K-pop group took to their official Instagram account and unveiled a title poster and teaser schedule for their upcoming eighth mini album titled CLOSE. The title song is called Unthinkable, and the poster shows something chained and locked. FTISLAND announces …
Read More »Choice of Movies & TV Shows: J-pop Arashi’s Cowboy Bebop concert movie and anime, entertainment news and top stories
Cowboy Bebop Available on Netflix Ahead of the live-action remake of this iconic anime next month, check out the 1998 original, now available on Netflix. Long hailed as one of the most influential anime of all time, Cowboy Bebop takes place in a post-apocalyptic universe where Earth is almost entirely …
Read More »Seventeen ready to rock the stage with “Rock with You”
Boy group Seventeen poses at an online press conference Friday. (Pledis Entertainment) The K-pop sensation Seventeen greeted the fall foliage, fall breeze and October romance by releasing their ninth EP, âAttacca,â Friday afternoon, returning almost four months after their previous job. âAttaccaâ follows on from the band’s previous album and …
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K-drama. K-pop songs. Korean skin care. And today, “Squid game.” It is clear that South Korea has it all. The popularity of its entertainment and culture has transcended borders and even language barriers. If you’re an international student who’s jumped on the queens and kings of pop like BTS, Blackpink, …
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Arashi (a name that translates directly to the word “storm”) are a five member Japanese boy group known for their music that mixes pop, R&B and hip hop. The group, made up of members Satoshi Ohno, Kazunari Ninomiya, Jun Matsumoto, Masaki Aiba and Sho Sakuari, held their first conference in …
Read More »Year of unexpected collaborations includes intergalactic encounter between Coldplay and K-pop
On Coldplay’s bilingual single My Universe, Swedish producer Max Martin negotiates a shimmering sentimental ballad that unites the world in a sweet treat. Theo Wargo / Getty Images for SiriusXM Chris Martin said the theme for Coldplay’s upcoming album Music of the Spheres (released October 15) was inspired by watching …
Read More »K-pop group BTS has a message for their army of fans: get vaccinated
Members of Korean K-Pop group BTS attend meeting at UN Image Credit: AP BTS has still been on top since appearing at the 76th United Nations General Assembly, but what they really look forward to is seeing fans again in person, reports Billboard. Over the weekend, the K-pop supergroup sat …
Read More »10 popular K-pop bands outside of BTS and Blackpink to follow
The South Korean entertainment industry, while still popular, has reached new heights over the past two years. Whether it’s Parasite’s historic Oscar win for Best Picture or bands like BTS and Blackpink taking the world by storm, Korean entertainment is at the top of its game. BTS notably broke several …
Read More »K-pop, play and poems for teachers on teachers day
From Chanakya to Korean pop, the students of St François Xavier have left no genre untouched when it comes to pleasing their teachers. They celebrated Teachers’ Day a few days in advance because they wanted teachers to have a day off on September 5, which was a Sunday this year. …
Read More »[Feature] How Fans Turn Their Favorite K-Pop Songs Into Investments
K-pop fans have found a new way to support their favorite idols who could also fatten their wallets at the same time. A growing number of fans are experimenting with new investment methods by investing in copyright stakes in idol songs. This new combination of Korean culture and investment comes …
Read More »5 K-pop stars from the LGBTQ + community
K-pop stars who openly identify with queer labels are hard to find. Due to the conservative nature of South Korean society, coming out can be a big challenge. However, some music artists have openly revealed their true identities and are now serving as role models for other queer people closed …
Read More »ATEEZ Collaboration with Hello82 Leads to Virtual Reinvention of Record Store Experiences
Kim Jong Kook X ATEEZ for the album “Seasons Song” KQ Entertainment In pre-pandemic times, musicians could grab headlines and turn heads with events for their major releases. Whether it’s an album or DVD signing in Virgin Megastores (now mostly closed) and Tower Records, arranging a casual interview surrounded by …
Read More »Bubblegum pop: “commercialized, computerized and easy to sing”
Commercialized, computerized and easy to sing, bubblegum pop is a nostalgic and trendy collection of hits that have been the voice of mainstream teens around the world for nearly six decades. With over-simplified music, artificial lyrics, and fun music videos, bubblegum pop represents all of the best parts of being …
Read More »[Today’s K-pop] TXT gives a taste of the reconditioning to come
(Credit: Big Hit Music) Tomorrow X Together shared a preview of the repackaging of their second studio album on Wednesday. The video clip included samples of three songs from the repackaged album titled “The Chaos Chapter: Fight or Escape” – the title track “LO $ ER = LO â¡ ER”, …
Read More »The Kpop group DRIPPIN plays the TikTok Challenge with Cosmopolitan! – “TikTok Challenge Challenge” Cosmo
K-Pop boy group DRIPPIN, took the Cosmos TikTok challenge challenge, AKA the ultimate rapid fire choreography test. It’s nice that the hitmakers behind the song ‘Nostalgia’ can get by under pressure, because that’s mostly what this game is all about. I mean, whether you don’t have a rhythm or have …
Read More »Top 5 youngest K-Pop idols in 2021
K-Pop groups are known to debut when the idols are only 14 years old. For example, SHINee’s Taemin is one of the most popular idols today, and he made his debut at the age of 14. Her talent, fashion sense, and visionary choreography are things fans love. Other artists who …
Read More »Chinese K-Pop star Kris Wu defrauded in sex scandal, Beijing police say
BEIJING – A man has confessed to defrauding Chinese-Canadian pop singer Kris Wu over a teenager’s accusation of having sex with her while she was drunk, Beijing police say. The announcement added an odd twist to a scandal that cost Wu endorsement deals with brands like Porsche and Bulgari. The …
Read More »[Today’s K-pop] EXO’s Dio wrote two songs for his debut solo album
(Credit: SM Entertainment) DO of EXO has helped write the lyrics for two songs on their upcoming solo album, SM Entertainment label said on Wednesday. The musician released his first solo album “Empathy” on July 26 and co-wrote the lyrics for two of the eight tracks. Six of the songs …
Read More »Best singers in the K-POP industry in 2021
Good singers aren’t hard to come by in the K-POP industry, but due to the talent saturation, finding the best singers is proving to be a difficult task. Many idols could defend themselves in vocal competitions against veterans of the music industry, given the rigorous training and hard work they …
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Hybe continued to grow through acquisitions and restructurings, adding several subsidiaries. The company announced in March that it plans to increase its business portfolio to bring people together through music. The heavyweight of the music industry is also aiming to enter the international market with its range of labels. The …
Read More »EXCLUSIVE | BTS: ARMY are the most important and precious people to us
BTS – these three letters have evolved into a phenomenon sweeping the globe, turning every member of the K-pop boy group sensation into global superstars. Now, 21st century pop icons want to give back love through their music and performances. It was in 2013 that BTS, an acronym for Beyond …
Read More »Musical scene: Boy group returns at 2:00 p.m. and summer tracks from Twice, Loona and Brave Girls
2PM returns with its first new album in five years. SINGAPORE – Over the past month, K-pop has hosted the return of beloved second-generation boy group 2PM as well as two solo debuts from the members of Got7, while girl groups and other artists like the Japanese singer Nissy have …
Read More »BTS, SEVENTEEN, 2PM Hailed As Best K-Pop Boy Groups in July Brand Rankings
Demonstrating their incredible influence and popularity, BTS, SEVENTEEN and 2PM are starting the month off on the right foot by being the leading male idol groups in July! From bagging numerous appearances to making new musical recordings left and right, BTS, SEVENTEEN and 2PM are really in the spotlight as …
Read More »K-pop classes added to schools as music success seen as growth industry in South Korea
SEOUL, South Korea – Dozens of children rehearse after their instructor’s dance moves to K-pop group NCT Dream’s latest song “Hot Sauce,” as sweat trickles down their browbones. These kids, all around 8 years old, intensely follow their instructor’s every move as their parents watch and cheer their sons on …
Read More »Big Hit Music launches auditions for hip hop talent program HIT IT
Big hit music announced auditions for HIT IT BASE 2021, a hip hop training program for teenagers. RAP-STAR BASE CAMP“HIT IT BASE 2021” ë®¤ì§ ë§ ì íí© í¸ë ì´ë ì ìë 기í,ì°¸ì¬ íì¸ì! ë´ì© ì ì¹ ì¬ì´í¸ ìì íì¸ íì¸ì!https://t.co/ujhh4ZJjqc#BIGHITMUSIC # HITITBASE2021 #RAPSTAR_BASECAMP# ë¹ íí¸ ì¤ëì # ë¹ íí¸ ë®¤ì§ https://t.co/k2mIYuBoJs …
Read More »COVID-19: K-pop ads throw lifeline for tuk-tuk drivers in Thailand hit hard by pandemic
Bangkok tuk-tuk driver Samran Thammasa, 39, had never heard of K-pop star Jessica Jung before the COVID-19 pandemic, but now the singer’s Thai fans are helping him to survive the loss of tourist customers. His bright green three-wheeled rickshaw has been largely vacant for over a year. Over the past …
Read More »K-pop star throws misspelled Canucks T-shirt on Korean TV
The Orca logo might not be the most popular design in the eyes of all Vancouver Canucks fans, but it’s pretty trendy for one of K-pop’s hottest bands. A misspelled Canucks T-shirt was shown on South Korean television recently, when a member of popular boy group Tomorrow X Together (TXT) …
Read More »BTS 2021 Muster Sowoozoo: K-pop group to celebrate 8 years with two virtual shows for fans
The world’s largest K-pop group is giving fans more reason to celebrate their meteoric rise to global stardom. On Sunday and Monday, BTS will host two virtual fan events, which will include live performances and interactions, to mark the eighth anniversary of their debut. While the event, called BTS 2021 …
Read More »Tomorrow x Together Interview: K-Pop Group Talks New Music, Lyrics
As the first boy group to debut under Big Hit Music since BTS, the guys from Tomorrow X Together (TXT for short) know they have their work cut out for them. But rather than following in the footsteps of their label mates, Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun and Hueningkai say they …
Read More »K-pop group Red Velvet will make a comeback in August
Red Velvet performs at the K-pop World Music Festival in Manila on June 9, 2019. ABS-CBN News / File Korean girl group Red Velvet is set to release new music in August, K-pop news site Soompi reported on Wednesday. SM Entertainment agency said the 5-member girl group “are preparing for …
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From playing their own instruments to scaring themselves off, these six 7 MEN are changing the face of Japanese idols. The past few years have been quite tumultuous for powerful boy band management firm Johnny & Associates. In 2016, the iconic SMAP idols decided to go their separate ways, and …
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Hi, new to BTS? Welcome ARMY, starting today we would be doing a weekly BTS news recap where we would compile the best BTS news from last week. So, without further ado, let’s see what and why RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook aka BTS made headlines last …
Read More »K-pop band members choose these two numbers as their toughest songs
There is no BTS stop. They just keep delivering one hit after another. But how does a band with too many monstrous success choose a song that they can call absolutely special? The biggest boy group in the world today talks about the blood, sweat and tears that go into …
Read More »3 reasons to look forward to the next return of MONSTA X
To answer, there are countless reasons why every MONBEBE should look forward to MONSTA Xs. One of a kind back, but here’s a list of three! MONSTA X prepares to take over the world with their towering songs on their ninth mini album One of a kind soon. The album …
Read More »The K-pop Playbook: In McDonald’s ‘Famous Order’ Collaboration With BTS
When McDonald’s announced “ The BTS Meal ” in April, the launch of “ Famous Order ” exploded on social media – the number one trend in the United States and number two worldwide. At this point, Jennifer Healan, vice president of marketing, brand content and engagement in the United …
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Boy group The Boyz participates in Mnet’s “Kingdom: Legendary War” audition program. [MNET] BTS’s worldwide success paved the way for other K-pop groups, but also set incredibly high standards. So-called fourth-generation acts, or acts that debuted after BTS in 2013 or have at least three years of industry experience, such …
Read More »K-pop star collaboration kicks off on Wednesday
McDonald’s New Celebrity Collaboration is here for a limited time. Less than a week after BTS released their new English single “Butter”, K-pop superstars’ BTS meal arrives Wednesday at McDonald’s restaurants in the United States, Bahamas, Canada and eight other countries. The meal includes a 10-piece McNuggets Chicken, medium fries, …
Read More »BTS Butter concept clips: Jin poses with balloons, Suga messes up with a camera in new videos
Two new concept clips of Butter, the upcoming single from K-pop boy group BTS, have been shared online. They feature singer Jin and rapper Suga. In the clips, shared on Twitter Tuesday, the duo are seen posing in a dimly-lit room as several colored lights flash. In one of them, …
Read More »Discover the 5 most beautiful K-Pop celebrities
K-Pop is one of the growing music industries in the world with huge numbers of fans. Fans around the world are madly in love with K-pop music and have been crushed by South Korean singers. Today we take a look at the top 5 beautiful K-pop celebrities who have managed …
Read More »[Today’s K-pop] TXT will return with the 2nd LP on May 31
(Credit: Big Hit Music) Tomorrow X Together will release their second full album on May 31, according to an announcement made on Friday. The album is called “The Chaos Chapter: Freeze” and welcomes the start of a new story. The boy group woven their story through the concept of dreaming, …
Read More »Korean internet users pick the most versatile K-pop idols
In a community forum, Korean netizens selected K-pop idols they believed were multi-talented on stage. Want to know who they chose? So read on! 1. G-Dragon from BIGBANG (Photo: 8thGravity (Wikimedia Commons)) G-Dragon is widely known as the “King of K-Pop“. The singer of “Crayon” is known not only as …
Read More »Justin Bieber, BTS to collaborate on new song
A thermonuclear pop bomb is about to explode, it seems. Two luminaries of teenage pop – Justin Bieber and K-pop superstars BTS – are collaborating on a new song, a source exclusively told Page Six. âThey take their time and will make sure it is broadcast correctly,â the source says. …
Read More »When the world of music and beauty collide: the idols of KPop who have collaborated with the biggest brands of KBeauty
KPop stars have long blurred the lines between what is considered feminine and masculine. Their product collaborations take them even further in their realization. Find out which group promoted which brand here. KBeauty products, like any other Korean product, have made their mark in international waters for years. It’s only …
Read More »Did you know that RM has a hidden talent that his band members BTS knew nothing about? | K-pop movie news
BTS band member RM is known for his talents as a singer, rapper and songwriting, but he recently left his band members BTS shocked at his new hidden talent. Those who follow “Run BTS!” knows that like his group mates, sport is not RM’s strong point. The star made fans …
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