All(H)ours ready to ignite music scene with ‘Smoke Point’

Band has eyes on Coachella All(H)ours has made an ambitious return, with an album that covers a spectrum of genres. Debuted in January last year, All(H)ours is the first boy band from Eden Entertainment, the agency founded by former JYP executive Cho Hae-sung. The title of the group’s latest mini-album, “Smoke Point,” refers to the temperature at which oil or other substances begin to emit smoke, symbolizing All(H)ours' readiness to rise and take off. “While our previous albums focused on establ

Feb. 5, 2025

G-dragon to drop 3rd LP on Feb. 25

G-Dragon to make long-awaited comeback with 'Ubermensch' K-pop icon G-Dragon is returning with “Ubermensch,” his first album in 11 years. G-Dragon announced his long-awaited comeback on Feb. 25 in a 15-second teaser posted on his official social media channels on Tuesday. The teaser shows G-Dragon’s silhouette emerging from both sides under ethereal lighting. As the Ubermensch logo appears on the screen, the heartbeat-like sound builds up suspense. G-Dragon's second solo LP, "COUP D’ETAT," was r

Feb. 4, 2025

Guns N’ Roses to come to Korea in May

All three core members to perform in Incheon Legendary American rock band Guns N’ Roses is coming to Korea in a few months. Guns N’ Roses will take to the stage May 1 at Songdo Moonlight Festival Park in Incheon, concert organizer 8PM Entertainment announced. The upcoming performance is part of the band's 2025 world tour and marks the band's first time back to Korea in 16 years, following its first here in 2009. Only vocalist Axl Rose among the band’s core members performed at the band's 2009 sh

Feb. 4, 2025

Ive returns with warm, confident empathy

6-member-group drops 3rd EP 'Ive Empathy' K-pop girl group Ive returned Monday with another message of self-love, full of confidence and positivity. The six-member group held a press conference on Monday for the release of its 3rd mini album, “Ive Empathy.” The group's new album is its first release since the EP "Ive Switch," released in April last year. Known for conveying messages of self-love and confidence, and emphasizing that true love starts with loving oneself, the group has expanded thi

Feb. 3, 2025

Hearts2Hearts unveils debut trailer

SM's 8-member rookie group to debut Feb. 24 SM Entertainment’s new girl group Hearts2Heart is ready to present their music. On Monday, SM Entertainment revealed the group's debut trailer via their official social media channels, including Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok and Facebook. The debut trailer, titled "Chase Your Choice," introduces the group’s eight members: Jiwoo, Carmen, Yuha, Stella, Juun, A-NA, Ian and Ye-on. In the trailer, the members pose the question, “If there is a map that

Feb. 3, 2025

Lucky charms for 2025

The new year is in full swing, many have bought planners, set goals and outlined their ambitions for the months ahead. If you’re already feeling anxious about how quickly January has passed, why not recharge for the remaining 11 months with songs brimming with positivity? Lee Chan-hyuk – '1 Trillion' Lee Chan-hyuk, a unique soloist and the producer of sibling duo AKMU, is known for relatable yet unique lyrics and creative songwriting. His song “1 Trillion” was inspired by a dream he had at 14, i

Feb. 1, 2025

NewJeans' parents open official SNS amid drawn-out dispute against Hybe

Members' parents accuse Hybe of spreading false information, ask for public's understanding Amid the prolonged dispute between NewJeans and Hybe, the members' parents have taken to social media to voice their stance. On Friday, the parents of NewJeans members Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin and Hyein launched a new Instagram account, stating in their first post, “This account has been created out of necessity to represent our position in the dispute with Hybe.” “Until now, we had no official chan

Jan. 31, 2025

Stray Kids expands third world tour to 34 cities

Boy group to offer a total of 55 shows worldwide with 'dominATE' Stray Kids, one of the most in-demand global K-pop acts, is expanding its world tour “dominATE” with additional dates and locations. According to JYP Entertainment, Stray Kids has added additional locations and concert dates for the group's third world tour, “dominATE.” The group will perform in Shizuoka, Japan, May 10-11 and 17-18, and in Rome, Italy, on May 30. They will take the stage at Shizuoka Stadium ECOPA and the Stadio Oli

Jan. 31, 2025

Babymonster kicks off first world tour with powerful performance

Up-and-coming girl group to continue "Hello Monster" tour in 14 cities worldwide The rising girl group, Babymonster, known for its powerful performance and charismatic stage presence, kicked off its first world tour "Hello Monster" with an intense two-day performance. The seven-member group, debuted in April of last year, made their way to the Kspo Dome, known as the mecca of K-pop concerts, less than a year after their debut. Dressed in dazzling black-and-white outfits, the seven members made

Jan. 26, 2025

Jennie to celebrate album release with special show

"The Ruby Experience" to grace LA, New York, Seoul K-pop icon Jennie is set to captivate fans worldwide with her first solo full-length album, “Ruby.” To celebrate this milestone, she is launching an exclusive showcase event, “The Ruby Experience,” spanning the US and Korea. Jennie’s personal agency, Odd Atelier, announced that “The Ruby Experience” will take place in Los Angeles, New York and Seoul. The event will kick off at the Peacock Theater in LA on March 6, followed by performances at Rad

Jan. 26, 2025