Im Young-woong Maintains 253 Consecutive Weeks at No. 1 on Idol Chart
Singer Im Young-woong has set a new record by remaining at No. 1 in the Idol Chart’s rating ranking for 253 consecutive weeks.…
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BTS Returns with New Album “Arirang” After Approximately 3 Years and 9 Months
BTS will hold the “BTS Comeback Live: ARIRANG” concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul at 8 p.m. on March 21 to celebrate the release of their new album “Arirang.” This concert will be streamed live to over 190 countries…
Timeless K-pop Classics: How the Top 10 All-Time Debut Songs Reflect the Evolution of the Genre
Throughout decades of K-pop history, countless groups have emerged and disappeared, yet some have managed to transform the music industry with just one debut song, earning enduring status as “classics.” A debut track is…
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ROSÉ Becomes First K-pop Soloist to Perform at Grammy Awards Opening; ‘APT.’ Nominations Also Mark Significant Achievement
ROSÉ, a member of BLACKPINK, became the first K-pop soloist to perform at the opening ceremony of the Grammy Awards.…
CJ ENM, JYP, and Tencent Form ONECEAD to Expand in Chinese Market and Manage MODYSSEY
CJ ENM and JYP CHINA, the Chinese subsidiary of JYP Entertainment, along with Tencent Music Entertainment (TME), announced on February 2 that they have established a joint venture named ONECEAD to accelerate their expans…
JYP, CJ ENM, and Tencent Music Establish Onecead in China to Strengthen K-pop Presence
Major K-pop agency JYP Entertainment and entertainment conglomerate CJ ENM have joined forces with Chinese music giant Tencent Music (TME) to set up a new music company called Onecead in China.
Singer Kim Won-jung Appointed Minister-Level Chairman of Asia Cultural Hub Development Committee, Marking Unconventional Move for On-the-Ground Artist
Singer Kim Won-jung, who left a significant mark on Korean popular music history through his song “Rock Island,” was appointed chairman of the President’s direct-appointed Asia Cultural Hub City Development Committee on…
From Musicals to Dramas and TTRPGs: K-pop Expanding Beyond Music into Storytelling
K-pop is moving beyond music to expand into various storytelling mediums such as musicals, dramas, and tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs).…
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K-pop’s First Grammy Win Marks a Historic Milestone for “Golden”
“The Golden” soundtrack from Netflix’s animated film *KPOP Demon Hunters* was named the winner of the “Best Song Written for Visual Media” category at the 68th Grammy Awards, establishing a new milestone in K-pop history…
Folk Singer Kim Won-jung Appointed as Chair of Asia Cultural Hub City Development Committee
Singer Kim Won-jung was appointed as chair of the Asia Cultural Hub City Development Committee on the 2nd. The folk singer, who debuted in 1985 with the song “Rock Island” and spent his entire career rooted in Gwangju an…
2PM to Hold “THE RETURN” Concert in Tokyo Dome in May to Mark 15th Anniversary of Japanese Debut
JYP Entertainment announced on February 2 that the group 2PM will hold a solo concert titled “THE RETURN” at Tokyo Dome in Japan from May 9 to 10 to celebrate 15 years since their local debut.…
G-Dragon Unveils 209-Carat Custom Jewelry Necklace Created by Jacob & Co.
G-Dragon has unveiled a custom jewelry necklace created in collaboration with Jacob & Co. Weighing a total of 209.71 carats, this necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece inspired by G-Dragon’s signature band and style.
K-pop’s First Grammy Win for “Golden” – A Historic Victory for KPop Demon Hunters
“The Golden” by the Netflix animated film *KPop Demon Hunters* won the “Best Song Written for Visual Media” award at the 68th Grammy Awards, marking a pivotal moment in K-pop history.…
K-POP’s First Grammy Victory… History Made by ‘Golden’ from ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ OST
‘Golden,’ the original soundtrack for Netflix’s animated film ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ won the ‘Best Song Written for Visual Media’ award at the 68th Grammy Awards, marking a new chapter in K-POP history.…
Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” Exceeds 500 Million Views, Solidifying Its Status as a Global Cultural Phenomenon
“KPop Demon Hunters,” produced through a collaboration between Sony Pictures Animation and Netflix, has become a true global cultural phenomenon.…
Writing a New Chapter in K-POP History with a Grammy Win for “Golden”
A new chapter has been added to K-POP history. The theme song “Golden” from the Netflix animated series “KPop Demon Hunters” won the Best Song for Visual Media award at the 68th Grammy Awards, making it the first K-POP a…
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TWICE Delivers 360-Degree Performance of “THIS IS FOR” at LA Kings Forum
Girl group TWICE performed a 360-degree show as part of their “THIS IS FOR” world tour at the Los Angeles Kings Forum.…
Writing a New Chapter in K-pop History… “Golden” Wins First Grammy Award
K-pop culture has finally broken through the most prestigious barriers in the American music industry. The soundtrack track “Golden” from Netflix’s animated film *K-pop Demon Hunters* was announced as the winner of the “…
K-POP on the Grammy Stage: Questioning the Boundaries of Identity
At the 68th Grammy Awards, K-POP’s influence continues to expand like never before, yet it simultaneously sparks fundamental questions about what exactly constitutes K-POP.…
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KPop Demon Hunters’ “Golden” Wins First Grammy for K-Pop
“Golden,” the OST for Netflix’s animated series *KPop Demon Hunters*, received the “Best Song Written for Visual Media” award at the 68th Grammy Awards, marking the first time Korean pop music has won this category.…
Netflix Animation ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ OST ‘Golden’ Wins First Grammy Award
The soundtrack “Golden” for Netflix’s animated film “K-Pop Demon Hunters” has established a new milestone in K-pop history.…
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Hong Kong Dream Concert Postponed Indefinitely, Exacerbating Challenges for K-Pop’s Entry into China
Korean pop music is facing difficulties in expanding into the Greater China region. The Hong Kong Dream Concert 2026 and another Dream Concert have been postponed indefinitely, along with the MBC “Show! Music Core” conce…
'KPop Demon Hunters' 'Golden' Claims 7 Consecutive Billboard No. 1 Spots…Dominates Oscar, Grammy, and BRIT Award Stages
The original soundtrack for Netflix’s animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" is dominating the global music market. HUNTR/X’s "Golden" has proven its strength by holding the top spot on the Billboard Top Movie Songs chart fo…
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Expand Doors for K-pop Debut: Boosting Regional Auditions and New Sub-units
Opportunities for K-pop idols to make their debut are becoming more diverse. On the 24th of last month, a large-scale “MEGA K-POP Audition” was held at the Yeeno Small Theater at Kyungsung University in Nam-gu, Busan, wi…
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Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” Makes History in Music and Film Industry... 48 Million Views, Grammy and Oscar Nominations
Netflix’s animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” has had a record-breaking impact on the global music and film industries since its release in June.…