Articles by Hong Yoo
Hong Yoo
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[Herald Interview] ADYA embarks on adventure with debut single 'Per'
ADYA, Starting House Entertainment’s new girl group, set sail on Tuesday with its debut single “Per." The name of the five-member group is a combination of the word “adventure” and the Spanish word “ya,” which means now. ADYA comprises Chaeeun, Sena, Seungchae, Yeonsu and Seowon. The team, whose members are aged 17 to 20, aims to portray the younger generation who love themselves and are honest about their feelings and desires, ADYA said. “We don&rs
K-pop May 9, 2023
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Led by 'Spicy,' aespa returns with 3rd mini album 'My World'
Aespa finally made its long-awaited return on Monday with songs filled with bright young energy, unlike its powerful and intensely conceptual previous tracks. Aespa dropped its third mini album, “My World,” on Monday, 10 months after the release of its last album. "This album shows a new side of aespa. We've mostly done dark and intense music so far because of our Kwangya story line, in which we fought with a villain called Black Mamba. But as we are back in the 'real
K-pop May 8, 2023
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Singer Im Chang-jung's stock fraud allegation fogs up mimiirose prospects
South Korean singer Im Chang-jung is being investigated by the prosecution and financial regulators for his alleged role in a stock price manipulation case. Eight stocks listed in the Korean stock market including Seoul Gas, Daesung Holdings and Sebang have plummeted to the daily limit of 30 percent through SG Securities Korea since April 24. He reportedly invested billions of won through individuals suspected to be responsible for the stocks' volatility. Im sold a part of his stake in his
K-pop May 3, 2023
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K-pop veteran band BTOB hopes to gain global reach with mini album “Wind and Wish”
K-pop veteran boy group BTOB hopes its 12th mini album “Wind and Wish” can be a lucky charm to listeners. “As always, our members Hyunsik and Minhyuk produced all the tracks in this album. The tracks are perfect to tune into at this time of the year. We want to spread love, hope and luck with this album,” said the group’s leader Eunkwang during a press conference on Tuesday in Seoul. The mini album is BTOB's first since its third full-length album “Be Tog
K-pop May 3, 2023
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[Herald Review] 'K-pop Super Live' spotlights major K-pop artists
Some of the biggest K-pop artists gathered Sunday night at the Olympic Stadium in Seoul to perform at "K-pop Super Live," an event hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. Around 40,000 people flocked to the stadium to enjoy the event and show support for their favorite artists. The stadium was glittering in red, yellow, pink and blue – the colors of fans’ light sticks. With fireworks bursting into the sky, Kep1er kicked off the night with its popular single “Wa D
K-pop May 1, 2023
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B.I announces comeback with 2nd full-length album on June 1
K-pop solo artist B.I is set to make a comeback with his second full-length album, “TO DIE FOR,” on June 1. He announced the comeback through the release of a poster on social media on Monday. A message on the announcement poster read, “Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today,” giving fans a sneak peek into what this upcoming album might be about. The comeback comes seven months after B.I released his global EP “L.O.L: Love or Loved
K-pop May 1, 2023
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Health issues holding back young K-pop stars
The K-pop industry has been witnessing a recent relay of health issues among young K-pop artists. The ailments vary from physical to psychological problems. SM Entertainment announced Wednesday that Joy of girl group Red Velvet will take a temporary break from group activities due to her health condition. “Joy recently paid a visit to doctors after feeling unwell. After diagnosis, she was recommended to take a break and focus on recovery,” the statement said. “Joy will be takin
K-pop April 27, 2023
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Brave Girls get back in the ring after signing with Warner Music Korea
Brave Girls are returning to the music scene under a new agency, after the quartet signed with Warner Music Korea. All four members -- Minyoung, Yujeong, Yuna and Eunji -- joined Warner Music Korea, according to the label on Thursday. “We came to a mutual conclusion that we would prioritize the activities as a full unit. We will not hesitate to support their career to the fullest,” Warner Music Korea said. "We are aiming for a comeback this summer. We will be back with a fresh l
K-pop April 27, 2023
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K-pop girl groups to continue dominating music scene in May
The streak of comebacks by girl groups looks likely to continue in the month of May as some of the biggest female K-pop idols are gearing up for new releases. On the front line is Le Sserafim releasing its first full-length album “Unforgiven” on the first day of May. Le Sserafim will make a grandiose entrance hosting its own show that will be aired worldwide simultaneously through Mnet's and M2’s YouTube channels, as well as in CGV theaters, on the day of its album drop. T
K-pop April 26, 2023
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[Album Review] Seventeen's "FML" encourages youth with message of hope
K-pop boy group Seventeen is ready to face the hardships of life as they returned full of energy with their 10th EP, “FML,” on Monday. The 13-member group dived deep into the difficulties the youth face in their life journey and decoded them into healthy and positive music that embraces a message of hope and encouragement. “F*ck My Life,” shouts the group through the first titular track of the new album. But the track is actually the opposite of how pessimistic the title
K-pop April 25, 2023
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[Herald Interview] Veteran producer Lil Moshpit rolls out red carpet for rookie rapper Fleeky Bang
Hwimin, from the renowned music-producing duo GroovyRoom, and rookie rapper Fleeky Bang met for the first time as a judge and participant respectively through Mnet’s rap competition TV show “Show Me the Money 11." Although Fleeky Bang didn't advance to the final round of the competition, his unique rapping style caught the eye of the veteran producer, leading them to collaborate for the project album “Fleeky Season” that came out on April 17. The album, the firs
K-pop April 24, 2023
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BTS’ Suga fills 1st solo album 'D-Day' with honest thoughts
BTS’ Suga finally dropped his first official solo album, “D-Day,” on Friday under his soloist name, Agust D. The full-length album comes seven years after Suga began his solo career with his first self-titled mixtape, “Agust D,” in August 2016. His second mixtape, “D-2” was unveiled in 2020, led by chart-topping single “Daechwita.” “D-Day” comprises 10 tracks, including lead track “Haegeum” alongside the prerelease tra
K-pop April 21, 2023
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[Profile] Moonbin, beloved Astro all-rounder, leaves behind 14-year entertainment career
Singer and actor Moonbin was found dead Wednesday evening at his home in Seoul. Moonbin entered the entertainment industry at just 11 years old, making his debut in the 2009 KBS drama “Boys Over Flowers.” Even before his official debut in the entertainment industry, Moonbin used to model for kid fashion brands. In 2016, Moonbin made his way into the K-pop scene as a member of Astro, a six-member boy band under Fantagio. He was 18 at the time and took on the role of a sub-vocalist and
K-pop April 20, 2023
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[Herald Interview] Ryu Sujeong explores feelings in 1st LP 'Archives of Emotions'
As Ryu Sujeong enters her late 20s, she continues her journey as a solo artist, deeply reflecting on the feelings she felt along the way, transforming them into songs. Ryu's songs, written as if they were her diary, fill her first full-length album “Archives of Emotions,” which was released on Thursday. “The tracks from my previous albums are more hopeful and mellow, filled with pretty words. But these recent ones embrace more realistic concerns that I’ve been having
K-pop April 20, 2023
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[팟캐스트] (504) 최승윤, ‘라이스보이 슬립스’는 어머니의 강인함에 대한 이야기/ 폴 윤, 우주는 아이들에게 꿈을 심어줄 수 있다
진행자: 홍유/ Beth Eunhee Hong 1. For Choi Seung-yoon, ‘Riceboy Sleeps’ is about strength of mothers 기사 요약: 최승윤, ‘라이스보이 슬립스’는 어머니의 강인함에 대한 이야기 [1] There are many stories and films that depict the lives of immigrants, struggling to adapt to family life in a new country with an uncooperative child. *depict: 그리다, 묘사하다 *uncooperative: 비협조적인 [2] Canadian actor and filmmaker Anthony Shim’s “Riceboy Sleeps” (2022) is about So-young, a single mother from Kore
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