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G-Dragon world tour to kick off in Goyang, Korea next month
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G-Dragon unveils track list of 'Ubermensch,' first album in nearly 12 years
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Libertines to hold first-ever Korean concert
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Yeji of Itzy gears up for solo debut
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BoyNextDoor to collaborate with iconic animation 'Tom and Jerry'
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Jennie, aespa honored at Billboard Women in Music
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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
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Jennie hints at solo comeback in 2025
Iconic K-pop star promises deeper musical spectrum Jennie of Blackpink has officially announced the release of her solo album next year. In a video uploaded on Christmas Day, Wednesday, entitled “Happy Holidays,” Jennie confirmed that the new album will drop in 2025, marking a significant milestone in her solo career. Describing the album, Jennie teased a diverse range of genres and revealed that several tracks will feature collaborations with other artists. She called it “an album like a buffet
Dec. 26, 2024
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Hybe to introduce facial recognition entry at concerts
TWS fan meeting to debut ‘Face Pass’ system Starting next year, concertgoers attending performances by Hybe artists will be able to enter venues using facial recognition technology. Hybe announced that the "Face Pass" system will be introduced at "42:Club," a fan meeting event for boy band TWS, which is scheduled for Feb. 14-16, 2025 at the Olympic Park Handball Gymnasium in Songpa-gu, Seoul. Face Pass, provided by ticket platform Interpark Triple, allows attendees to verify their identity and q
Dec. 24, 2024
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Singer Lee Seung-hwan vows legal action against Gumi City concert cancellation
Conservative mayor‘s action sparks allegations of censorship Singer Lee Seung-hwan, whose Christmas Day concert in Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province, was unilaterally canceled by the city citing safety concerns, said he plans to take legal action. Lee, who has been touring the country since November with his concert “Heaven,” marking the 35th anniversary of his debut, was scheduled to perform at the Gumi Arts Center's Grand Performance Hall on Dec. 25. On Monday, the city announced the cancellatio
Dec. 24, 2024
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Day6 ends the year on a triumphant note with Gocheok Sky Dome concert
First K-pop band to perform at Gocheok Sky Dome, Day6 at heart of resurgence of band music This year has been a tremendous year for Day6, a band at the heart of the resurgence of band music in Korea. Released in March after the completion of the member's military service, “Fourever” propelled the band's popularity to new heights. In September, "Band Aid,” the band's ninth mini album, and its title track “Melt Down” reached No. 1 on the Melon Top 100 chart, the first for the band. With a busy yea
Dec. 23, 2024