WJ-WON Sees Inventory Value Rise by 400 Billion Won Driven by Tungsten Surge
With the price of tungsten, a key raw material for cutting tools, soaring by more than six times, WJ-WON is expected to experience accelerated performance growth.…
NEXZ Announces 2025–2026 Japanese Live Tour Dates…Tokyo and Osaka Venues Confirmed
The global boy band NEXZ, under JYP Entertainment, is officially holding a live tour in Japan during 2025 and 2026. Large-scale performances are scheduled to take place primarily at the National Stadium Gymnasium No.…
NEXZ’s 2025 “One Bite” Tour Proceeds Successfully…Massive 2026 Tour Confirmed
NEXZ’s “LIVE TOUR 2025 “One Bite”” has achieved remarkable success, prompting the launch of a large-scale tour for 2026 that is already in the booking phase.…
NEXZ’s “One Bite” Tour Concludes Successfully with Intense Performances with Fans
NEXZ’s “NEXZ LIVE TOUR 2025 ‘One Bite’” is being held successfully. This tour, which covers all of Japan, takes place in major cities such as Kanagawa, Saitama, Niigata, Shizuoka, Aichi, Okayama, Miyagi, and Tokyo, with…
NEXZ to Launch 2025–2026 Live Tour “One Bite” and Large-Scale Dome Concerts
NEXZ, an agency under JYP Entertainment, is set to embark on a massive live tour spanning from 2025 to 2026. The “NEXZ LIVE TOUR 2025 ‘One Bite’” will be held in major cities such as Niigata, Shizuoka, Aichi, Okayama, Mi…
NEXZ Releases ‘NEXZ NOW’ Blu-ray with Member Voice Commentaries
Japanese boy band NEXZ is releasing a Blu-ray titled ‘NEXZ NOW’ that features variety and video content. This Blu-ray is scheduled for release on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at a regular price of 6,500 yen (including t…
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NEXZ Strengthens Global Presence with Consecutive Album Releases
The global boy band NEXZ, under JYP Entertainment, is accelerating its musical activities by releasing albums one after another in 2025.…
ITZY’s Yuna Unveils Concept Photos for Solo Album “Ice Cream” – Release Date Set for March 23
ITZY’s Yuna has released the first set of concept photos for her solo album “Ice Cream.” In the images shared through JYP Entertainment’s official channels, Yuna exudes a fresh and vibrant summer vibe, signaling the upco…
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NEXZ Announces 2026 Live Tour Dates in Tokyo and Osaka
NEXZ is officially launching a live tour in 2026, with performances scheduled at the National Stadium Yoyogi Hall 1 in Tokyo and the Osaka Castle Hall in Osaka.
NEXZ to Launch Massive 2025-2026 Live Tour... Tokyo and Osaka Tickets priced at ¥12,000
The boy group NEXZ, under JYP Entertainment, is set to embark on a live tour during 2025-2026. The group plans to hold large-scale performances in major cities including Tokyo and Osaka.
'K-Pop Demon Hunters' Ranks as Netflix’s Most-Watched Title... TWICE Participates, Expanding Cultural Influence Through Grammy Wins
Netflix’s animated film ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ has become the most-watched title in Netflix history, capturing fans around the world.…
Intensifying Fan Conflicts and Cultural Tensions Amid K-Pop’s Streaming Expansion to 180 Countries
K-Pop is rapidly growing as a global export industry, with streaming available in 180 countries as of 2024. Overseas revenue surged from $230 million in 2020 to over $300 million in 2024, and it is regarded as a key nati…
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Controversy Over Recording Equipment at Malaysian Concert Sparks Deeper Tensions in K-pop’s Global Fanbases
Online conflicts have intensified between fans from South Korea and Southeast Asia following a concert by K-pop group DAY6 in Malaysia.…
BTS Returns as a Full Group for First Time in 3 Years and 9 Months with March Gwanghwamun Live Performance for “Arirang”
BTS, who have completed their military service, is returning as a full group for the first time in 3 years and 9 months with their fifth studio album “Arirang.” The new album will be released on March 20, followed by a “…
OST of K-POP Demon Hunters Wins Golden Globe, Marking First K-POP Grammy Award
Twenty years have passed since K-POP music took over global music markets and exerted cultural influence. During this time, it evolved from a mere musical genre into an industry that reshapes global aesthetic standards a…
K-Pop’s Rapid Growth in 180 Countries Creates $300 Million Market; Structural Issues Such as Fan Group Conflicts and Intern Abuse Emerge
As K-Pop continues to expand rapidly across global markets, it has solidified its position as a key export industry for South Korea.…
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TWICE Participates in KPop Demon Hunters; 8 of Their Songs Make It onto Billboard Hot 100
Netflix’s film “KPop Demon Hunters” has become a global phenomenon. Netflix stated that this film is the most-watched title in its history, with hundreds of millions of hours viewed worldwide.
K-pop New Releases in Early 2026 Spark Divided Opinions on Musical Quality and Artistic Value
K-pop kicked off 2026 with momentum. New music from both debut groups and established artists was released consecutively throughout January and February, each track demonstrating the genre’s musical diversity while also…
Jennie Wins Major K-POP Awards at the 23rd Korean Music Awards
At the 23rd Korean Music Awards held in Seoul on February 26, BLACKPINK’s Jennie claimed all the key awards in the K-POP category.…
Jennie Dominates K-Pop Categories at 23rd Korean Music Awards, Setting New Milestones with “Ruby” and “like JENNIE”
The 23rd Korean Music Awards were held in Seoul on February 26, with BLACKPINK’s Jennie claiming major awards in the K-Pop category.…
The Shadows Behind K-pop’s Growth: Escalating Racism and Conflict
As K-pop achieves success on the global stage, racism and cultural prejudice within the industry are becoming increasingly severe.…
BTS to Release 5th Album “ARIRANG” on March 20, with 82-Concert World Tour Attracting 4.5 to 4.8 Million Attendees
BTS will release their 5th studio album, “ARIRANG,” at 1 p.m. on March 20. This is the first full-length album released by all members after completing their military service, and it marks the first time the entire group…
XG Producer Simon Arrested in Japan for Drug Possession
On the early morning of the 23rd at a hotel in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, Simon Jacobs, 39, the producer for XG, was arrested on the spot for allegedly possessing cocaine.…
BTS’s Full-Group Comeback Concert Tickets Go On Sale March 23 After 3 Years and 9 Months; Event Capacity at 15,000 Seats
The global K-pop group BTS is generating intense anticipation among fans as it prepares for its first full-group comeback concert in 3 years and 9 months. Ticket sales for “BTS Comeback Live: ARIRANG” began at 8 p.m.…
Hearts2Hearts Unveils First Look at Title Track ‘RUDE!’ Through Studio Dance Video
SM Entertainment’s eight-member girl group Hearts2Hearts released a choreography video for their new song “RUDE!” via the YouTube channel “Studio Dance” at 10 p.m. on the 22nd.…