Music Industry: News

28 Dec 2023

Celebrity

Months after kidnapping allegations, Cher files for son Elijah's conservatorship

American singer-actor Cher has submitted a request for the conservatorship of her 47-year-old son, Elijah Blue Allman, due to his alleged struggles with substance abuse.

27 Dec 2023

Bollywood

Music maestro Ustad Rashid Khan remains critical, on ventilator

Renowned Indian musician Ustad Rashid Khan's health remained critical on Wednesday as he battles prostate cancer, along with other chronic illnesses, at a hospital in Kolkata.

26 Dec 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: Mnet's 'Build Up' sets premiere date, judges' lineup out

Singer-songwriter Kim Jae-hwan is set to participate in Mnet's upcoming idol survival show, Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor.

26 Dec 2023

K-Pop

SHINee's Minho, Hwang Minhyun to perform at MBC Music Festival

Get ready for a thrilling collaboration as K-pop group SHINee's Minho and singer-actor Hwang Minhyun gear up to host the 2023 MBC Music Festival!

26 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Big Bang's Daesung eyes March 2024 comeback: Report

Here's some exciting news for K-pop fans!

26 Dec 2023

BTS

UMI-BTS V collaborate on 'wherever u r'; release date inside

Get ready, BTS fans! V is joining forces with American R&B sensation UMI for a swoon-worthy new song called wherever u r.

25 Dec 2023

K-Pop

ATEEZ teases 4 music videos; release dates inside

Get ready, ATEEZ fans! The K-pop group has officially announced it will release four new music videos in January 2024, sparking excitement among its global fanbase.

24 Dec 2023

BTS

Why The Camp app removed BTS from 'star soldier' list

All seven members of the K-pop group BTS are currently fulfilling their mandatory military service.

22 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTOB's Yook Sungjae signs with new agency: Check out statement

Yook Sungjae, a member of the K-pop group BTOB, has inked an exclusive deal with IWill Media, a renowned media content production company.

21 Dec 2023

Celebrity

Mariah Carey's dating history: Men in her life

Singer Mariah Carey has reportedly called it quits with her longtime boyfriend-dancer, Bryan Tanaka. They dated for seven years, and are now separated for wanting different things in life.

21 Dec 2023

Shah Rukh Khan

'Dunki': Shaan reveals why Rajkumar Hirani dropped his song

Dunki is the current mood of Tinseltown as Shah Rukh Khan is back on celluloid for the third time in 2023.

21 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BigBang's G-Dragon joins Galaxy Corporation; teases 2024 comeback

K-pop singer G-Dragon of BigBang has officially left YG Entertainment and inked an exclusive deal with Galaxy Corporation.

20 Dec 2023

Olivia Rodrigo

Year ender: Breakthrough music artists in 2023

Step into the pulsating heart of the music scene as we unveil a compilation that echoes the vibrancy and innovation of 2023.

20 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Kyuhyun's agency issues statement against impersonators, warns fans

The case of impersonation and phishing scams have been quite prevalent, especially when posing as known celebrities.

20 Dec 2023

OTT releases

OTT: 'BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star' is streaming now

BTS is one of the most followed K-pop groups in the world and they have changed the face of the genre globally. The stars are currently on a hiatus as a group and fans are awaiting their comeback, likely in 2025.

19 Dec 2023

Music Concert

Major cultural events in music in 2023

The year 2023 witnessed an electrifying crescendo of musical experiences- from iconic performances that left indelible marks on the global music landscape to record-breaking turnouts. Overall, the music industry experienced a remarkable year filled with awe-inspiring spectacles.

19 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Big Bang's G-Dragon cleared of drug charges; case closed

K-pop star G-Dragon has been cleared of all charges in his recent drug case, as reported by Naver News.

19 Dec 2023

Celebrity

'Lost control of muscles': Céline Dion's sister shares health update

Iconic Canadian singer Céline Dion, 55, is facing a challenging battle with a rare and incurable neurological disorder called Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS).

19 Dec 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: ATTRAKT sues former FIFTY FIFTY members for 130B KRW

K-pop agency ATTRAKT is suing three former members of girl group FIFTY FIFTY, Saena, Sio, and Aran, for unauthorized contract termination.

18 Dec 2023

K-Pop

SHINee's Jonghyun remembered on sixth death anniversary

On Monday, fans and fellow musicians commemorated the sixth anniversary of K-pop group SHINee member Kim Jong-hyun aka Jonghyun's passing.

18 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTOB's Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, Peniel sign with new agency

Four members of the popular K-pop group BTOB, Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, and Peniel, have recently inked exclusive contracts with a brand-new agency.

17 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Explainer: Why Korean celebrities so secretive about their marriages, children

Ever wondered why South Korean celebrities guard their personal lives—relationships, marriages, and parenthood—like precious treasures?

16 Dec 2023

Arijit Singh

Best of 2023: 'Satranga' to 'Bedardeya,' Arijit Singh's best songs

From Tum Hi Ho to Muskurane and Samjhawan to Channa Mereya, Arijit Singh's voice is the ointment we need while nursing a broken heart.

15 Dec 2023

Bollywood Films

'Jawan' to 'Animal': 2023's best Bollywood music albums

Oh, the sweet, unparalleled symphony of music!

15 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTS's 'No More Dream' enters US iTunes Top-10; creates record

BTS is undoubtedly the poster boy of K-pop around the globe. The boyband has attained global stardom and has been breaking records and surpassing milestones ever since its debut in 2013.

15 Dec 2023

Bollywood

Happy birthday, Anwesshaa Datta: 5 best songs of the singer

Playback singer Anwesshaa Datta turned 30 on Friday.

14 Dec 2023

Grammy Awards

Grammy Awards 2024: Trevor Noah returns as host 

Get ready for a night of music and excitement, as Trevor Noah is set to host the Grammy Awards 2024 for the fourth year in a row!

14 Dec 2023

K-Pop

NewJeans to headline prestigious 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve'

History is in the making as the K-pop group NewJeans is set to perform at this year's Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest.

14 Dec 2023

Women Safety

Hulu drops Diddy's reality show after multiple sexual assault allegations 

American streaming service Hulu has decided to not proceed with a reality show that would have featured the family of disgraced rap artist Sean "Diddy" Combs, reported Deadline.

13 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Is (G)I-DLE's Minnie alright now? Agency issues statement

(G)I-DLE is one of the most followed K-pop artists globally and ever since Minnie exited the recently concluded Jingle Ball Concert in Philadelphia, fans are worried and curious.

12 Dec 2023

BTS

BTS: Jimin, Jungkook enlist, receive heartfelt send-off from J-Hope, Suga

The emotional rollercoaster continued for BTS's ARMY as Jimin and Jungkook became the final two members to enlist for mandatory military service on Tuesday.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Korean rapper-singer G-Dragon breaks silence post drug test

G-Dragon, the beloved K-pop star, who recently faced drug abuse allegations has come out strong with negative results on multiple drug tests.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

PENTAGON's Hui set for solo debut in January 

PENTAGON fans, assemble!

11 Dec 2023

BTS

K-pop: BTS members reunite as V, RM begin military service

All BTS members came together in Nonsan, South Korea as V and RM joined the Nonsan Army Recruit Training Center on Monday to embark on their military journey.

11 Dec 2023

NewsBytes Exclusive

'Response is surreal!': Threeory band behind 'Roja' medley in 'Animal'

Music stirs your soul, transports you to a different world, and warms your heart's cockles in ways you deem impossible.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTS V shares buzz cut photos with Jungkook; pens note

BTS stars RM, V, Jungkook, and Jimin are preparing to enlist in the military on Monday and Tuesday, marking a significant milestone for the group.

08 Dec 2023

Nicki Minaj

'Super Bass' to 'Super Freaky Girl': Nicki Minaj's best songs

Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, the 41-year-old rapper, singer, and songwriter Nicki Minaj has left an indelible mark on the music industry.

08 Dec 2023

Selena Gomez

Meet Selena Gomez's boyfriend, American record label producer Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez might have broken millions of hearts across the world by confirming her relationship with American record label producer Benny Blanco.