RIIZE’s First World Tour “RIIZING LOUD” to Conclude in Seoul with Global Live Broadcast
SM Entertainment’s RIIZE will hold the finale of their first world tour, “RIIZING LOUD,” at the KSPO DOME in Olympic Park from March 6 to 8 next week.…
ZEROBASEONE Releases Mini 5th Album “Blue Paradise”
ZEROBASEONE has unveiled a new album approximately six months after the release of their mini 4th album “Cinema Paradise.” Released on February 24, the mini 5th album “Blue Paradise” conveys the message that “even sad mo…
P1Harmony Releases 9th Mini Album ‘UNIQUE’ Alongside Music Video
P1Harmony has released its 9th mini album, ‘UNIQUE’. Through FNC Entertainment, the group made all tracks available for streaming on March 12, simultaneously unveiling the music video for the title track ‘UNIQUE’.
ZEROBASEONE to Hold Additional Shows in Multiple Locations
News has emerged regarding additional performances and live broadcasts for ZEROBASEONE’s ongoing “HERE&NOW” world tour.
NewJeans’ Danielle Sued by ADOR for $44 Million
The Australian-born member has become embroiled in a legal dispute with ADOR and its former CEO, Minhee Jin, following her departure from the group.
SM Entertainment Unveils Unique Onboarding Experience for New Employees Through “CREATE YOUR PLAYLIST”
SM Entertainment has introduced a distinctive brand experience design tailored for its new hire onboarding process.…
JO1 Launches Diverse Campaigns to Celebrate Release of New Song “Breezy Love”
JO1 released its new song “Breezy Love” digitally on the 12th, simultaneously launching a range of promotional activities.…
NiziU Fan Club ‘WithU’ Releases New Song Video and Opens Pre-orders for Limited Editions
New content intended for members of NiziU’s official fan club, ‘WithU’, is being released one after another.
aespa Attends Prada Milan Show + Releases Collaborative Track with Anderson .Paak
Karina of aespa returned to Milan one month later as the brand’s ambassador to attend Prada’s 2026 Fall/Winter Women’s Fashion Show.…
BTS Returns as a Full Group for the First Time in Four Years with New Album Release on March 20…Global Tour Planned
BTS will return as a full group for the first time in four years with the release of a new album on March 20. This was officially announced by their agency, HYBE, marking the first release since the 2022 album “Proof.”
N.Flying to Hold Taipei Fancon on April 11, Featuring Abundant Signing Events
N.Flying will meet with their fans in Taiwan.
TRENDZ Conducts Survey Among Winners of “Kart Racer” Event
TRENDZ is carrying out a survey to confirm the identities of winners for the event held to commemorate the release of their digital single “Kart Racer.”
Netflix’s “KPOP Demon Hunters” Becomes a Global Phenomenon... Reaching 300 Million Views by September
Netflix’s animated film “KPOP Demon Hunters” has emerged as a global cultural phenomenon since its release in June.…
Fantasy Boys Release First Japanese Full Album and Hold Zepp Tours
Fantasy Boys have shown remarkable growth since entering the Japanese market. The group will release their first full album, “SHINE THE WAY,” in Japan on March 12.…
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Ha Hyun-sang Releases Seasonal New Songs Including “Keychain” One After Another
Songwriter Ha Hyun-sang has continued his active musical career by releasing multiple new songs this year in quick succession.…
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NewJeans’ Danielle Sued by ADOR for $44 Million
Danielle (Danielle Marsh), a K-pop idol from Newcastle, Australia, is facing a lawsuit filed by her agency ADOR seeking damages amounting to $44 million (approximately 43.1 billion won).…
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STAYC Expands Their Global Presence Through Festivals, TV Appearances, and Musicals
The group STAYC is demonstrating a versatile presence across various global stages.
LE SSERAFIM and KPop Demon Hunters Voice Cast Perform at Major U.S. New Year’s Event
Korean girl group LE SSERAFIM and the voice actors who provide vocals for Netflix’s animation series KPop Demon Hunters appeared at a prominent U.S. New Year’s event, reaffirming K-POP’s global influence.…
AI Emerges as Essential Technology in K-Pop Industry... From Music Production to Avatars
Virtual idols and voice cloning technologies are being fully commercialized under the leadership of SM and HYBE.
2025’s Best K-POP Songs: YG Artists Gain Global Recognition
In 2025, K-POP shifted toward tracks characterized by a distinct artistic identity, unique atmospheres, and powerful hooks.…
LE SSERAFIM to Perform at 2026 New York Times Square Countdown...DAY6 to Hold Special Concert for 10th Anniversary
As 2026 approaches, a series of impressive performance schedules for K-POP idols have been confirmed. LE SSERAFIM is set to perform at NBC’s “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026.” This event is part of the New York…
K-POP Experiences Unprecedented Global Expansion in 2025 – “Golden” and “APT.” Make Their Way into Mainstream Music
2025 became a historic turning point for K-POP, marking its full transition from merely “entering global markets” to becoming an integral part of mainstream culture.…
BLACKPINK’s “Pink Welcome” Across Japan Gains Momentum as Rosé Shares Honest Reflections on Year-End
To build excitement for their performance at Tokyo Dome in January 2026, BLACKPINK is hosting spectacular welcome events in various locations across Japan.…
K-POP 2025: A Year of Controversy and Global Expansion Amidst Challenges
2025 was a unique year for K-POP, marked by bold attempts, legal controversies, tours by veteran artists, and the emergence of numerous new groups.…
2025 K-POP’s Greatest Cross-Generational Songs Selected by Billboard, Hollywood Reporter, and Pasta Magazines
2025 was a year defined by “clear stances and strong hooks” in the K-POP music scene. The best K-POP songs selected by major music outlets such as Billboard, Hollywood Reporter, and Pasta Magazine span across generations…