SBS Gayo Daejeon, also known as SBS Gayo Daejun (가요대전), is a prestigious annual music festival organized by Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS). In its rough translation, we can say it…
Read moreNews Summary SBS Gayo Daejeon will take place on Christmas Day at the Inspire Arena in Incheon. The first lineup includes top groups like NCT Dream, Stray Kids, and ITZY.…
Read moreSummary: The 2024 Grammy nominations excluded K-pop artists for the second year in a row. Beyoncé leads with 11 nominations, followed by Billie Eilish and others. Media outlets criticized the…
Read moreSummary: Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk lost several teeth due to stress during the first season’s production. Hwang initially rejected making a second season, but financial needs and an unfinished…
Read moreFeatured Photograph: Lee Seong-bok. Retrieved from theguardian Summary: South Korean poet Lee Seong-bok’s book Indeterminate Inflorescence is gaining international popularity. Penguin’s Allen Lane will publish a major English edition in…
Read moreExcerpt from musicbusinessworldwide.com K-pop giant HYBE is being forced to make an early repayment on KRW 400 billion (USD $293 million) in debt, and the company will be issuing new…
Read moreSummary: Bang Sihyuk, the producer behind BTS, is bringing the K-pop idol-making model to America. He formed a partnership with Scooter Braun and Universal Music Group to launch Katseye, an…
Read moreLe Sserafim is known for blending musical genres and delivering empowering messages. The band challenges unrealistic expectations placed on K-pop idols, particularly women. Leader Chaewon and member Yunjin have openly…
Read moreSummary of article: Gong Yoo reprises his role as the recruiter in the highly anticipated Squid Game Season 2, as revealed in a new teaser. The teaser shows Gong Yoo’s…
Read moreSummary of article: SEVENTEEN announces collaboration with DJ Khaled for a track on their upcoming mini-album SPILL THE FEELS, set to release on October 14. The K-pop group shares a…
Read moreSouth Korean rock band Day6 is set to electrify Manila once again with their upcoming concert in February 2025. Fans are in for a treat as the four-member band returns…
Read moreK-pop labels delight fans with a plethora of content, and who could complain? Beyond concerts, album releases, interviews, and live streams, numerous K-pop groups have their own variety shows. These…
Read moreAugust is a special month in the K-pop world, filled with the birthdays of some of the industry’s brightest stars. These idols have made significant contributions to music and entertainment,…
Read moreSummary: Saudi Arabia will participate in the 2024 K-pop World Festival with the final preliminary round held in the JAX district. 10 teams from across the Kingdom advanced to the…
Read moreK-pop has rapidly evolved from a niche genre into a global sensation, impacting fashion, culture, and the music industry worldwide. This transformation has been driven by its vibrant music, dynamic…
Read moreK-pop has taken the Philippines by storm for over a decade, captivating fans with its catchy music, meaningful lyrics, and mesmerizing visuals. Before the era of BTS, TWICE, BLACKPINK, and…
Read moreSummary: Ji Chang Wook discussed his challenging childhood and affection for his mother on Yoo Quiz on the Block. He shared his anxiety about career failures and the realization that…
Read moreSummary: HYBE Labels plans to debut two new K-Pop boy groups next year under BIGHIT MUSIC and HYBE Japan. The debuts align with the end of BTS members’ military service,…
Read moreSummary of News Iconic second-gen K-pop groups 2NE1, KARA, and Rainbow announce their comeback, exciting longtime fans. 2NE1 plans a concert tour to celebrate their 15th anniversary, starting in Seoul…
Read moreNews Summary: Park Ji-won, CEO of HYBE, resigned after 4 years. He oversaw HYBE’s successful IPO, multi-label transition, and growth of groups like BTS. His tenure also faced challenges like…
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