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G-Dragon unveils track list of 'Ubermensch,' first album in nearly 12 years
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Jisoo to embark on solo fan meeting tour
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Yeji of Itzy gears up for solo debut
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Seventeen's 'Spill The Feels" earns Double Platinum in Japan
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Libertines to hold first-ever Korean concert
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Rescene's 'Glow Up' inspired by clean scent of soap
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Jungkook’s 'Golden' dominates K-pop solo album sales in US for 2 years
BTS' Jungkook continues to break records even while in the military, with his solo album "Golden" becoming the bestselling K-pop solo artist album in the US for two consecutive years. Chartdata, an account on social platform X that posts music and chart updates in real time, posted, "JungKook’s ‘GOLDEN’ ends 2024 as the #1 bestselling album by a K-Pop soloist of the year in the US by total units." The About Music, Pop Flop, and Pop Core accounts also celebrated Jungkook's achievement with simila
Jan. 3, 2025
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J-Hope of BTS donates 100M won for plane crash victims
BTS’s J-Hope has donated 100 million won ($68,000) to support the victims of the Jeju Air flight crash at Muan International Airport. The Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association announced that J-Hope contributed 100 million won to aid those affected by the tragic accident at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province. J-Hope reportedly stated, “Upon hearing about the accident, I decided to make this donation to offer even a small measure of support to the bereaved families. I exte
Jan. 3, 2025
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Respite for weary souls
Drinks paired with art, sleepy cafe and vintage stationery offer calm in troubled times Art in drinks Opened in August 2023, Lounge Heeum brands itself as a “drinks omakase” offering a long list of drinks and desserts carefully selected by a barista to embody the spirit of paintings by Kim Ji-hee. The signature reservation-only Art Brew Omakase, a three-course experience, begins with Chinese Da Hong Pao tea and a truffle pumpkin gazpacho. The starter readies the taste buds for the main dish -- v
Jan. 3, 2025
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Global artists set to shine on Korean stages in early 2025
From dream pop to J-pop: upcoming international acts in Korea A diverse lineup of musicians, spanning generations and genres, is set to visit Korea in 2025. From globally acclaimed rock legends to rising indie stars, the upcoming performances promise to captivate audiences across generations and musical tastes. St. Vincent, an iconic guitarist representing 2010s American indie rock, will return to Korea after a decade. The concert is scheduled for Jan. 6 at Yes 24 Live Hall in eastern Seoul, mar
Jan. 2, 2025
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JYP postpones debut promotion for KickFlip amid national mourning period
New boy band's debut promotion to start Jan. 6 K-pop powerhouse JYP Entertainment has postponed the debut promotion schedule for its new boy group, KickFlip, as the country observes a national mourning period following the deadly plane crash in Muan, South Jeolla Province, on Sunday. Originally set to begin Wednesday, promotional activities for KickFlip were rescheduled after the tragedy to start on Jan. 6. “We will provide updates accordingly if any further changes take place. We ask for the un
Jan. 1, 2025
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Rookie band Hi-Fi Un!corn to go global with Sony Music Label
Hi-Fi Un!corn signs with Sony Music Label on New Year's day Hi-Fi Un!corn has taken a significant step toward global success by signing a contract with Sony Music Japan on New Year’s Day. FNC Entertainment announced Wednesday that the group has officially partnered with Japan's largest music label, which wields substantial influence both domestically and across the broader Asian music market. Hi-Fi Un!corn is a five-member band comprising guitarist Kim Hyun-yul, bassist Son Ki-yoon, vocalist and
Jan. 1, 2025
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Jungkook first Asian artist to surpass 2.1 billion streams on Spotify
The singer's single 'Seven' continues to set records Jungkook of BTS has set a record as the first and only Asian artist to surpass 2.1 billion streams on Spotify. With his solo single "Seven," Jungkook achieved over 2.1 billion cumulative streams on the world’s largest music streaming platform. Released on July 14, 2023, the song reached this milestone in 518 days, marking the fourth fastest track in Spotify's history to hit 2.1 billion streams worldwide. Additionally, Jungkook secured two solo
Dec. 30, 2024
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Lee Seung-hwan sues Gumi Mayor over concert cancellation
The singer to proceed with lawsuit for damages, constitutional appeal Singer Lee Seung-hwan is officially proceeding with a lawsuit against Gumi Mayor Kim Jang-ho over the cancellation of his concert venue reservation. The lawsuit will also include concert ticket holders as co-plaintiffs. Attorney Lim Jae-sung from Haemaru Law Firm, representing Lee, announced on Lee's official website on Saturday, “We are recruiting plaintiffs for a damages lawsuit against Gumi Mayor Kim Jang-ho, who unilateral
Dec. 29, 2024
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[What to play] Warm up your winter with tender melodies
As sidewalks freeze over, tree branches grow bare, and delicate snowflakes drift through the air, winter's chill is here. Embrace the season by enjoying winter-themed songs that capture its quiet beauty while offering warmth through heartfelt melodies and lyrics. "The Snowman" by Jung Seung-hwan One of Korea's most beloved young ballad singers, Jung Seung-hwan, evokes images of a snow-covered landscape with the fairytale-like melody of “The Snowman.” Released on Feb. 19, 2018, as a pre-release
Dec. 28, 2024
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Ive to return next year with 'Ive Empathy'
Girl group to drop 3rd EP in February Ive has officially announced the release of its third EP “IVE Empathy,” set for Feb. 3, 2025. The group’s agency, Starship Entertainment, made the announcement via a teaser video shared to the group's official social media channels, which captures heartwarming moments shared between the six members. Linking arms, holding hands, and covering one other with blankets, each Ive member radiates warmth and affection; at the end of the video, the lyrics “May we che
Dec. 26, 2024