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BTS announces 79 shows for first large-scale world tour after hiatus

After a three-year hiatus, global superstars BTS are set to embark on their largest world tour yet. The tour will kick off with a three-day concert at Goyang Stadium in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, on April 9, April 11 and 12. The pop icons announced the upcoming tour on the fan platform Weverse on Wednesday midnight, sharing the tour’s poster. The band will meet fans worldwide from April 2026 to March 2027, with stops set for North America, Europe, Oceania, East Asia and Southeast Asia. The band will also visit Latin America, visiting countries like Peru and Colombia for the first time. The band is also set to celebrate its 13th anniversary in the port city of Busan, with tour dates set for June 12 and 13. More dates in Japan and Middle East are set to be announced for 2027. The band’s last full-group activity was the “Yet to Come” concert in Busan on Oct. 15, 2022, before enlisting in the military. Members Jin and j-hope completed their mandatory military service in 2023, while RM, Suga, Jimin, V and Jung Kook were discharged from military service in 2025. This marks BTS’ first lar

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BTS to launch 1st world tour in 4 years in April

SEOUL, Jan. 14 (Yonhap) -- K-pop superstar BTS will embark on a new world tour i...

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Jay Park says K-pop lost its romantic spirit, introduces LNGSHOT as his answer

R&B singer Jay Park says K-pop has lost some of its "romantic spirit" and "authenticity," and his answer is LNGSHOT, a four-member boy band that made its debut Tuesday with the release of its first mini-album, "SHOT CALLERS." Introduced under Park’s label, More Vision, LNGSHOT consists of Ohyul, Ryul, Woojin and Louis. The group’s name refers to a "long shot," a decisive play with slim odds that can flip the game entirely. Just hours before the album’s release, the group held a debut showcase at MyungHwa Live Hall in Seoul’s Yeongdeungpo District, where they performed tracks from the album and spoke about its production process. Woojin admitted that the group name initially felt unfamiliar. “It wasn’t a term commonly used in Korea, so it felt strange at first,” he said. “But as we started promoting, I realized there isn’t another word that could replace LNGSHOT or capture its meaning. Now I’m very attached to it.” The band's debut album, "SHOT CALLERS," is mainly built on hip-hop and R&B foundations, reflecting Park’s long-established musical tastes. The album incl

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Katseye lands 3 songs on Billboard Hot 100, led by 'Gabriela' at No. 21

SEOUL, Jan. 14 (Yonhap) -- Hybe's U.S.-based girl group Katseye has placed three...

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Jay Park launches first boy group Lngshot with debut EP ‘Shot Callers’

Lngshot, the first boy group to debut under Jay Park’s agency More Vision, made its official entrance into the K-pop scene ahead of its debut EP's digital release Tuesday evening. The four-member group — Ohyul, Ryul, Woojin and Louis — is already signaling a bold vision: to be the ones in control of its own sound, identity and future. “‘Shot Callers’ is meant to refer to the ones who call the shots — basically those leading and making their own decisions,” explained member Ohyul during a media s

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BLACKPINK unexpectedly takes over Golden Globes

K-pop idols didn’t just attend Hollywood’s biggest award night this year — the genre became part of the soundtrack. At the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, held Sunday at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, BLACKPINK and other K-pop stars made their presence felt in ways no one expected, as their songs and members were woven directly into the live broadcast. When Jennifer Lopez stepped onstage to present the Best Actor award in the Musical or Comedy category, the arena was filled with "like Jennie,” a popular song from BLACKPINK member Jennie. The moment was a playful wordplay — Lopez and Jennie share the same name — but it instantly sent K-pop fans into a frenzy online, celebrating how a Korean pop star’s solo track was used at one of America’s top four awards shows. Soon after, host Nikki Glaser introduced Judd Apatow, who was presenting the Best Director award, playing “APT.,” the hit collaboration between BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars. The choice was another joke, referencing the similarity between “Apatow” and “apateu,” the Korean word for apa

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Why game publishers are investing in K-pop agencies

Krafton, the publisher of PUBG: Battlegrounds, is set to invest 100 billion won ($67.9 million) in The Black Label, according to a local media report Monday. The Black Label is home to artists such as Taeyang and Rose and has been involved in producing original soundtracks, including “Golden” for “KPop Demon Hunters.” The move is widely viewed as part of Krafton’s diversification strategy, signaling its intent to move beyond games and secure intellectual property with long-term global value. For

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How Epik High is entering a new prime after 23 years

Though it's been 23 years since the trio's debut, Epik High is soaring once again with a track from 2007 reentering the charts. With the help of a new generation of fans and a platform shift in promotions, the hip-hop group is expanding its legacy across social media platforms. Epik High's 2007 hit "Love Love Love" is experiencing a striking resurgence on domestic music charts. As of Sunday, "Love Love Love" ranked No. 3 on Apple Music's Korea chart, No. 9 on Spotify chart for Korea and No. 42 o

EXO opens pop-up store to mark 8th LP release

EXO will open a pop-up store in Seoul in celebration of the release of its eighth studio album “Reverxe the World,” SM Entertainment announced Tuesday. Fans of the veteran idol group will be able to emerge themselves in the narrative inspired by the bandmates imbued with superpowers through a physical rendering of the story at the pop-up, from Jan. 20-27. Props from the music video of focus track “Crown” will be on display as well, and visitors can create customized photo cards and stickers at t

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Allday Project’s Tarzzan unveils solo music video

Tarzzan of Allday Project uploaded a music video for his solo single “Medusa,” via agency The Black Label on Monday. To the melodic thumps of the tune, he fully demonstrates his freewheeling performance skills in the visuals that kept the color palette to a minimum, except for a few seconds showing the Korean national flag with a flash of red and blue. The rapper and dancer of the five-piece co-ed group was featured in a single from Bryan Chase dropped in November last year. Chase is a Korean Am

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BoA closes a historic chapter with SM Entertainment after 25 years

BoA has ended her exclusive contract with SM Entertainment, the agency that has been by her side since her debut. SM announced Monday that, “After extensive discussions with BoA over a long period, we mutually agreed to conclude our 25-year partnership as of Dec. 31.” “BoA has been, in every sense, the pride and symbol of SM for 25 years,” the agency said. “Although her exclusive contract has ended, we will continue to support her future activities and challenges.” The company also posted a five-minute video celebrating her career on YouTube. BoA debuted in August 2000 at age 14 with her first album, “ID; Peace B.” Including her time as a trainee after being scouted in 1998 as a sixth grader, her relationship with SM spans more than 25 years. Since her debut, BoA has released hit songs such as “No.1,” “Atlantis Princess” and “Only One.” She helped lead the K-pop wave in Japan, becoming the first Korean artist to have two albums sell more than a million copies on the Oricon Albums Chart. She appeared on NHK’s “Kohaku Uta Gassen,” Japan’s premier year-end

BoA leaves SM after 25 years — and one emotional video makes fans feel like an era just ended

When BoA walked away from SM Entertainment after a quarter century, many K-pop fans felt it wasn’t just a contract ending — it was the closing of an entire era. One final tribute video has turned that feeling into something deeply emotional. On Jan. 12, BoA’s YouTube channel uploaded a farewell video titled “You still our No.1 BoA,” marking her last official release under SM Entertainment. The description reads, “We sincerely support every moment of BoA, who will forever shine as our No. 1,” a message that immediately set off waves of nostalgia across social media. The video opens with footage from BoA’s teenage debut, when she said, “I waited and worked so hard for three years just to be able to greet you like this. I think it’s finally time to show you everything about me. From now on, I’ll work even harder and start my activities in earnest.” From there, it traces her journey through awards, overseas breakthroughs and historic performances, all set to the song “Clockwise.” A clip from an old interview plays over the montage, with BoA saying, “From debut

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I-dle to take media show to China

Girl group I-dle will host a media exhibition in Shenzhen, China, from Jan. 22 to Feb. 8, its agency Cube Entertainment announced Tuesday. The exhibition will be an expansion of the “City of Sense” show, which it held in Seoul until last week. As the exhibit title suggests, it satisfies all senses of the visitors, starting with the intro zone that showcases the quintet’s music career with a media installation. Vanity tables for each of the members and interactive screens and phone booths offer m

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BTS’ Jungkook tops 1.2b plays on YouTube with ‘Seven’

Jungkook of BTS reached 1.2 billion hits on YouTube Music with his solo single “Seven (feat. Latto),” label Big Hit Music said Tuesday. The 2023 hit song ushered in the solo career of the youngest member of the group, who has since set a series of records on his own. The catchy dance tune topped the iTunes Top Songs Chart in 100 regions in less than four hours of release and notched the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 and No. 3 on the UK’s Official Singles Top 100. On Spotify, it generated ove

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Stray Kids, CORTIS, NCT DREAM, PLAVE, CLOSE YOUR EYES, ITZY, RIIZE, ILLIT, And More Earn Circle Million And Platinum Certifications

Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2018, the Korea Music Content Industry Association implemented a new certification system for album sales, song downloads, and online streaming. Starting with music released on or after January 1, 2018, Circle Chart now certifies albums platinum once they reach… The post appeared first on .

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Hwasa, CORTIS, Doyoung, SAY MY NAME, fromis_9, TWICE, ILLIT, And More Top Circle Monthly And Weekly Charts

Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has revealed its latest monthly and weekly chart rankings! Monthly Album Chart CORTIS topped the physical album chart for December with their debut EP “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES.” SAY MY NAME’s new EP “&Our Vibe” debuted at No. 2, while VERIVERY’s single album “Lost and Found” entered the… The post appeared first on .

Lee Yul Eum Joins Hwang In Youp And Hyeri In New Rom-Com Drama

Lee Yul Eum has joined the cast of ENA’s upcoming drama “To You” (literal translation)! Penned by writer Jung Eun Bi, who previously worked on “Goblin” and “Doom at Your Service,” “To You” is a romantic comedy about the reunion of genius film director Woo Soo Bin, who returns after achieving his dreams, and reporter… The post appeared first on .

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BTS Announces Dates And Cities For 2026-2027 World Tour

Mark your calendars for BTS’s long-awaited world tour! On January 14 at midnight KST, BTS officially announced the schedule for their upcoming 2026-2027 tour. After kicking things off with three nights of concerts in Goyang, Korea on April 9, 11, and 12, BTS will embark on an ambitious world tour that will continue through the… The post appeared first on .

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KATSEYE Achieves Their Highest Billboard Hot 100 Debut Yet With “Internet Girl”

KATSEYE’s latest single is off to a strong start on Billboard’s Hot 100! On January 13 local time, Billboard revealed that KATSEYE’s new single “Internet Girl” had entered the Hot 100 at No. 29, marking their highest debut yet on the U.S. chart. The group also achieved the highest Hot 100 ranking of their entire… The post appeared first on .

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Xdinary Heroes’ Agency Issues Strong Warning Against Privacy Violations

Xdinary Heroes’ agency has issued a strong warning against invasions of the group’s privacy. On January 13, JYP Entertainment released an official statement announcing firm legal action following repeated incidents in which individuals followed and filmed Xdinary Heroes in private spaces, including an unauthorized entry into the group’s residence, which was immediately reported to the… The post appeared first on .

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ALPHA DRIVE ONE Surpasses 1 Million Sales With Debut Album In Just One Day

ALPHA DRIVE ONE is off to a phenomenal start with their highly anticipated debut! On January 12 at 6 p.m. KST, the group—formed through Mnet’s survival show “BOYS II PLANET”—officially entered the K-pop scene with the release of their debut mini album “EUPHORIA.” According to Hanteo Chart, “EUPHORIA” sold an impressive 1,130,405 copies on its… The post appeared first on .

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Kim Jae Yeong Gently Drapes His Shirt Over Sooyoung During A Late-Night Heart-To-Heart In “IDOL I”

“IDOL I” has unveiled late-night date stills of Sooyoung and Kim Jae Yeong! “IDOL I” is a mystery courtroom romance drama starring Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung as Maeng Se Na, a star lawyer and devoted fan who takes on the case of her favorite idol Do Ra Ik (Kim Jae Yeong) after he is accused of… The post appeared first on .

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“The Secret Friends Club” Starring Jennie, Dex, Choo Sung Hoon, And More Confirms Premiere Date With Poster

MBC’s upcoming variety show “The Secret Friends Club” has unveiled its first poster! “The Secret Friends Club” is a reality variety show where cast members secretly prepare a special gift for someone without revealing their identities. The first cast includes BLACKPINK’s Jennie, Dex, Choo Sung Hoon, Noh Hong Chul and Lee Soo Ji. The five… The post appeared first on .

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