Jisoo to release Valentine's Day surprise

Jisoo of Blackpink announces release of second solo album Blackpink's Jisoo is set for her solo return with a new album, two years after her solo debut. According to her agency, Blissoo Entertainment, Tuesday, Jisoo will release her second solo album on Feb. 14, or Valentine’s Day. This marks her second solo project since her debut single, "Flower," released in March 2023. More information, including the album title, will be announced later. The upcoming album will be Jisoo’s first under her ind

Jan. 14, 2025

Hearts2Hearts, SM's latest girl group, to debut in February

SM's first new girl group in 5 years revealed at SM Town Live 2025 Hearts2Hearts, SM Entertainment’s newest girl group, is set for a highly anticipated debut on Feb. 24. SM surprised the audience by unveiling a teaser video announcing the group’s debut at the SM Town Live 2025 concert held at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome on Sunday. The name Hearts2Hearts signifies the aspiration to connect with global fans through a unique, enchanting musical world, fostering a sense of togetherness and unity. Compr

Jan. 13, 2025

SM Town Live shows past, present, future of K-pop

From legendary 1st generation K-pop singers to today's top stars and trainees, SM presents 30-year legacy SM Entertainment marked its 30th anniversary with the grand "SM Town Live 2025" concert, a dazzling two-day celebration at Gocheok Sky Dome in Guro-gu, Seoul. Held under the theme "The Culture, The Future," the event showcased the legacy and vision of one of K-pop's most iconic agencies, drawing 40,000 fans and reaching a global audience through live broadcasts on Beyond Live and Weverse. Th

Jan. 13, 2025

Taemin expands world tour, announces encore concerts

Taemin's world tour "Ephemeral Gaze" to hit 29 cities in 20 countries Taemin revealed additional stops for his solo world tour. Big Planet Made Entertainment announced on Sunday via its official social media channels that additional stops have been added to Taemin’s ongoing world tour, “Ephemeral Gaze.” The newly confirmed performances will take place in Brussels, Belgium on March 15, Manchester, UK on March 18, and Honolulu, USA on March 22. The tour, which has received an enthusiastic response

Jan. 12, 2025

Kim Wan-sun, Red Velvet's Seulgi to present collaboration

New dance track 'Lucky' sings of courage, hope Legendary singer Kim Wan-sun announced a fresh collaboration with Red Velvet’s Seulgi, delivering courage and energy to listeners. Kim and Seulgi’s duet song “Lucky” will be released on Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. The music video is expected to showcase their chemistry that transcends their 25-year age difference. The dance track with the message that walking away from a relationship can be a blessing in disguise was written, composed, arranged and produced b

Jan. 9, 2025

Seo Eve showcases heart of teenager in 'They Never Know'

12-year-old content creator looks to continue music career Seo Eve, a 12-year-old content creator who rose to fame last year with her hit debut single “Malatanghulu,” is back with a third single. This time, she combines her unique charm with complex teenage emotions. Her new song, “They Never Know,” is a remake of the theme song from the 1988 movie of the same name. The song conveys a child’s longing for genuine care and love from adults, rather than material gifts. While retaining the playful a

Jan. 9, 2025

From balloons to light sticks, fans' cheering evolves

K-pop fans often arrive at concerts carrying bags filled with essentials: banners to support their idols, water and snacks to endure the long performance, and, most importantly, the iconic light sticks. These customized light sticks, crafted to embody each artist's or group's unique identity and style, have become an essential part of the K-pop concert experience and a powerful symbol of fan solidarity. "When you're surrounded by people holding the same light stick, all glowing in the same color

Jan. 8, 2025

New Japanese Breakfast album for the downhearted

Korean-American singer-songwriter delves into deep melancholy Korean-American singer-songwriter Michelle Chongmi Zauner, who leads Japanese Breakfast, is set to return with a new full-length album after four years. Japanese Breakfast will release its fourth studio album, "For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women)," on March 21. The album was recorded at the renowned Sound City studio in Los Angeles and produced by Grammy Award winner Blake Mills, who has collaborated with music legends such as Bob

Jan. 8, 2025

Nmixx's Tiny Desk Korea performance featured on NPR Music YouTube

Six-member group becomes the first K-pop girl group to appear on NPR Music's main YouTube channel Girl group Nmixx has set a milestone, becoming the first K-pop girl group to be featured on NPR Music's main YouTube channel with its "Tiny Desk Korea" performance. "Tiny Desk Korea" is a live performance content series featuring musicians and bands. officially licensed by NPR (National Public Radio), the renowned American public radio network behind the original "Tiny Desk Concerts." The series cap

Jan. 8, 2025

'Private chats' with your idols

K-pop enthusiast Lee’s phone lights up dozens of times a day with notifications — not from friends or family, but from messages sent by her favorite singer, SHINee's Minho. “It really feels like talking to a friend. It’s not like admiring a celebrity from afar; it feels like having a close, personal connection,” Lee said. Private messaging services exemplify how K-pop has evolved into an industry that sells not only music but also fantasy, emotions and excitement. While idols have long used soci

Jan. 8, 2025