K-Pop: News
09 May 2024
Kim Jong-unNorth Korea shifts propaganda tactics to engage youth
North Korea is reportedly altering its propaganda approach, moving away from themes of authoritarian grandeur and military might.
08 May 2024
South KoreaK-pop: SHINee's Taemin launches official fan club 'TAEMate'; drops logo
SHINee's youngest member, Taemin, has announced his official fan club name!
08 May 2024
Music IndustryMicrofracture injury to keep NewJeans's Hyein away from comeback activities
Hyein, a popular member of the K-pop group NewJeans, will not participate in the promotional activities for their upcoming double single, How Sweet.
07 May 2024
Music IndustrySM Entertainment unveils new R&B label, KRUCIALIZE
SM Entertainment has announced its latest venture, a contemporary R&B label named KRUCIALIZE.
07 May 2024
Met GalaMet Gala: Stray Kids faces paparazzi insults; fans fight back
Stray Kids, the first K-pop group to attend the Met Gala with their full lineup, was subjected to derogatory comments from some paparazzi during the Monday event.
07 May 2024
Met GalaStray Kids scripts history: First K-pop group at Met Gala
The Met Gala 2024 was marked by a historic moment as K-pop sensation, Stray Kids, attended the event as a complete group.
07 May 2024
BLACKPINKBLACKPINK's Jennie wins 2024 Met Gala with striking blue minidress
Jennie Kim, popularly known as Jennie from the K-pop group BLACKPINK, made a stunning appearance at the 2024 Met Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York on Monday evening (local time).
06 May 2024
Music IndustryATBO: Member Seok Rakwon departs due to health concerns
IST Entertainment, the management company of K-pop sensation ATBO, confirmed on Monday that band member Seok Rakwon has left the team due to health concerns.
06 May 2024
Music IndustryK-pop group VIVIZ announces first global concert: Check tour dates
K-pop girl group, VIVIZ, has announced their first-ever world tour, V.hind: Love and Tears, set to commence on June 1.
05 May 2024
BTSBTS's label HYBE faces investigation over chart-rigging scandal: Report
The South Korean government has initiated an investigation into the allegations of chart manipulation aka sajaegi against HYBE—the agency representing renowned K-pop group BTS.
05 May 2024
HYBEHYBE levels data breach accusations against Ador CEO Min Hee-jin
South Korean entertainment powerhouse, HYBE, has reportedly found evidence of a significant data breach by ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin.
03 May 2024
Trending NewsYe-dam apologizes for actor-friend uploading controversial video from his studio
K-pop star Bang Ye-dam apologized on Friday for actor-friend Lee Seo-han's actions and the agony caused to his fans for the entire ordeal.
02 May 2024
HYBEADOR counters HYBE's allegations with detailed statement
ADOR issued a comprehensive statement on Thursday, refuting allegations made by HYBE.
02 May 2024
BTSBIGHIT MUSIC shares legal update; defends BTS against false allegations
BIGHIT MUSIC, the management agency behind the global K-pop sensation BTS, has publicly refuted recent startling allegations against the band.
01 May 2024
BLACKPINKViral: BLACKPINK's Lisa, rumored beau Frédéric Arnault's romantic stroll captured
BLINKs can't keep calm because their favorite Lisa from BLACKPINK was recently seen with her rumored flame, French business magnate Frédéric Arnault.
01 May 2024
Sony MusicJYP Entertainment announces global launch of new boy band, NEXZ
JYP Entertainment has officially announced the global debut of its latest boy band, NEXZ, set for May 20 (KST).
01 May 2024
Music IndustryTWICE announces fifth album 'DIVE' for Japanese market
The acclaimed Korean girl band TWICE has announced the release of their fifth full-length album, DIVE.
30 Apr 2024
HYBEHYBE's bid to oust ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin hits court
The legal battle between South Korean entertainment giant HYBE and ADOR is escalating, with the former seeking to remove ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin.
30 Apr 2024
SEVENTEENSEVENTEEN's latest album '17 Is Right Here' shatters records
K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN has set a new record with their latest album, 17 Is Right Here, according to data released by Hanteo Chart on April 30.
29 Apr 2024
SEVENTEENSEVENTEEN drops album '17 Is Right Here'; 'Maestro' MV out
It's a red-letter day for CARATs as SEVENTEEN, the reigning kings of K-pop, dropped their newest album 17 Is Right Here.
29 Apr 2024
Mental HealthSik-K identified as unnamed rapper who surrendered regarding drug charges
In January, Tenasia, a South Korean media outlet, reported a rapper's surrender to the police for illegal drug use.
29 Apr 2024
RelationshipsK-pop star Mijoo thanks fans for support after revealing relationship
K-pop sensation Mijoo recently took to Instagram to convey her heartfelt appreciation to her devoted fans following the disclosure of her romantic relationship.
28 Apr 2024
Music IndustryEXO's D.O. discusses new album, tour jitters, love for farming
K-pop group EXO's Doh Kyung-soo, aka D.O., recently sat down with Harper's Bazaar Korea to discuss his upcoming solo album Blossom, set to release on May 7.
28 Apr 2024
BTSHYBE-ADOR feud: BTS's agency enlists legal support against defamation
BIGHIT MUSIC, the company behind the global K-pop sensation BTS, announced on Sunday its plans to intensify legal action against organized campaigns aimed at defaming the group.
28 Apr 2024
Music IndustryLE SSERAFIM's Sakura misses recent events due to health concerns
LE SSERAFIM's member, Sakura, was unable to participate in the K-pop girl group's recent activities due to deteriorating health conditions.
27 Apr 2024
Music IndustryK-pop girl group NATURE disbands after six years, informs agency
The globally recognized K-pop girl group, NATURE, has officially disbanded after nearly six years of entertaining fans worldwide.
26 Apr 2024
BTSBTS's RM announces second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person'
BTS's rapper and leader RM has officially announced his second solo album, Right Place, Wrong Person.
25 Apr 2024
HYBEHYBE v/s ADOR worsens; Min Hee-jin levels allegations, HYBE reacts
HYBE has publicly disputed the accuracy of statements made by ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin during a press conference on Thursday.
24 Apr 2024
BTSHYBE's clash with ADOR results in $619M market cap loss
South Korean entertainment powerhouse HYBE, globally recognized for managing K-pop group BTS, is currently wrestling with a significant 850B KRW ($619M) drop in stock value.
23 Apr 2024
HYBEADOR responds to HYBE's sudden audit; addresses plagiarism allegations
ADOR has publicly responded to an audit initiated by HYBE on Monday, which includes allegations of plagiarism involving their artist, NewJeans, and HYBE's newest girl group, ILLIT.
23 Apr 2024
RelationshipsApink's Yoon Bomi and producer Rado confirm their relationship
Yoon Bomi, a member of the popular K-pop group Apink, and Rado, a renowned producer from Black Eyed Pilseung, have officially confirmed their romantic relationship.
22 Apr 2024
HYBEHYBE launches audit of ADOR Management, CEO Min under scrutiny
South Korean entertainment giant, HYBE, has commenced an investigation into its subsidiary music label, ADOR.
22 Apr 2024
Music IndustryUpdate: BBGIRLS launches new agency; announces member Youjoung's departure
The popular K-pop girl group, BBGIRLS, has announced their split from Warner Music Korea after a year-long contract.
22 Apr 2024
South KoreaK-pop: aespa announces major comeback with first full-length album 'Armageddon'
Renowned K-pop girl group aespa is set to make a significant comeback with their first full-length album, Armageddon. The album is scheduled for a two-part release.
22 Apr 2024
Music IndustryBBGIRLS, Warner Music Korea end exclusive contract following 1-year term
K-pop sensation BBGIRLS, formerly known as Brave Girls, has officially ended its contract with Warner Music Korea after just one year.
21 Apr 2024
Music IndustryK-pop: DRIPPIN's Joo Changuk returns to music after health hiatus
Joo Changuk, a member of the popular K-pop band DRIPPIN, is set to resume his professional commitments following a brief health-related break.
21 Apr 2024
Music IndustryK-pop: CRAVITY's Wonjin diagnosed with laryngitis; to miss upcoming events
CRAVITY band member, Wonjin, has been diagnosed with laryngitis, leading to a halt in his upcoming engagements.
21 Apr 2024
Music IndustryATEEZ announces comeback with 'GOLDEN HOUR: Part 1' in May
The K-pop sensation, ATEEZ, has officially announced their comeback!
18 Apr 2024
Music IndustrySoojin preparing for highly-anticipated solo comeback in May
BRD Entertainment confirmed on Thursday that acclaimed solo artist, Soojin, is preparing for a comeback.
18 Apr 2024
RelationshipsK-pop star Lee Mijoo, goalkeeper Song Bum-keun are officially dating
Antenna, the agency representing K-pop star Lee Mijoo, recently confirmed her romantic relationship with professional soccer player Song Bum-keun.