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Feb 5, 202610:17 AM
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Ateez to return with first EP since contract renewal
Ateez will be presenting new music just seven months after its previous release, marking the group's first return since renewing its contract with KQ Entertainment in July. “Golden Hour: Part 4” releases on Friday, continuing the Golden Hour series that the members describe as central to Ateez’s identity. Unlike earlier installments, the new release places greater emphasis on stage performance and visual presentation. “Through ‘Golden Hour’ Parts 1 to 3, we experimented a lot musically and on st
Feb 5, 20268:37 AM
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ATEEZ injects 'Adrenaline' into 4th 'GOLDEN HOUR' release
Performance-driven K-pop boy group ATEEZ is set to return with a boost of "Adrenaline" this Friday, aiming to sustain its momentum as one of K-pop's most globally visible acts with its 13th mini album, "GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4." ATEEZ debuted in October 2018 under then-relatively unknown agency KQ Entertainment. The eight-member group — Seonghwa, Hongjoong, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung and Jongho — has built its reputation on performance-centric, high-intensity music, gaining attention through tracks such as "Crazy Form," "BOUNCY (K-HOT CHILI PEPPERS)" and "Work." The group's global growth was particularly visible in 2025. Title tracks "Lemon Drop" and "In Your Fantasy," from "GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3" and its follow-up "In Your Fantasy" edition, entered the Billboard Hot 100 at No. 69 and 68, respectively. The group also appeared in five categories on Billboard's 2025 year-end charts. The group also recently completed its 2025 world tour, "IN YOUR FANTASY," which began in Incheon before traveling to 12 cities in North America and three in Japan. The tour will continue in 2026 acro
Feb 5, 20265:50 AM
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Min Hee-jin’s Ooak Records signals official launch, teases boy group ambitions
Ooak Records, the new label founded by former Ador CEO Min Hee-jin, officially began its activities with a series of teasers released on its social media accounts Thursday — including hints at a future boy group project. Though the teasers fueled speculation about an imminent group debut, Ooak Records clarified to The Korea Herald that the teaser materials were designed not just to hint at an upcoming boy group but to reflect the label’s broader vision and creative direction. “We wanted to use t
Feb 5, 202611:52 PM
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Watch: NMIXX’s Sullyoon And Parc Jae Jung Share Sneak Peek Of Upcoming Duet Single “Always”
NMIXX’s Sullyoon and Parc Jae Jung are joining forces for a new song! On February 6, the two singers unveiled a sneak peek of their upcoming duet single “Always,” which will be released on February 25 at 6 p.m. KST. According to Parc Jae Jung’s agency Romantic Factory, “Always” was personally composed by Parc Jae… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20261:17 PM
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Watch: i-dle Takes 1st Win For “Mono” On “M Countdown”; Performances By BABYMONSTER, CORTIS, And More
i-dle has won their first music show trophy for their new title track “Mono (Feat. skaiwater)”! On the February 5 episode of M Countdown, the candidates for first place were i-dle’s “Mono (Feat. skaiwater)” and KiiiKiii’s “404 (New Era).” i-dle ultimately took the prize with a total of 7,693 points. Congratulations to i-dle! Watch the winner announcement… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20269:17 AM
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Exclusive: ATEEZ Talks Contract Renewal, Favorite “Adrenaline” MV Scenes, Enlistment Duties, And More At “GOLDEN HOUR: Part.4” Press Conference
ATEEZ is gearing up for their highly-anticipated comeback with “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4”! On February 5, ahead of their comeback, ATEEZ held a press conference to talk about their upcoming comeback with their 13th mini album “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4.” Hongjoong began, “It’s our first album this year and our first album after renewing our… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20263:15 AM
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NCT’s Jisung Donates To Meaningful Cause For His Birthday
NCT’s Jisung marked his birthday by putting meaningful giving into action! According to Samsung Medical Center on Feburary 5, Jisung donated 250 million won (approximately $170,700) in research funding to commemorate his birthday. The donation will be used to support pancreatic cancer research. Jisung remarked, “It broke my heart to see patients suffering from illnesses… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20268:17 AM
JYP rises in K-band scene with DAY6, Xdinary Heroes success
For the past few years, Korea’s music industry has been swept by a renewed wave of bands. What once felt like a passing trend has instead taken root, with bands now firmly embedded in the country’s mainstream pop landscape. One development that few anticipated, however, is the rise of JYP Entertainment. Long recognized as one of K-pop’s defining hitmakers, the company has emerged as a formidable presence in the band scene. With the sustained success of DAY6 and the debut of Xdinary Heroes — its first new band in roughly six years — JYP has rapidly established itself as a major player in South Korea’s modern band movement. JYP’s DAY6 drives band boom, Xdinary Heroes accelerates growth At the center of Korea’s recent band boom stands DAY6, which marked its 10th anniversary last year. Since debuting in 2015, the band has steadily built a following through meticulously crafted music and relentless touring. But it was in 2024 that DAY6 reached a new peak. Older tracks such as “You Were Beautiful” and “Time of Our Life” experienced a chart resurgence, while “Welcome to
Feb 5, 20267:02 AM
K-pop concert ticket prices hit new highs, testing fan tolerance
How much is too much to pay to see a K-pop artist in person? Across K-pop, the cost of attending a concert has risen steadily, reshaping what it means to participate in the fandom. What was once an expensive but attainable experience is increasingly slipping out of reach for many, as ticket prices climb faster than rising production costs alone can justify. That tension became visible again last year, when ticket sales opened for boy band ENHYPEN’s world tour finale, “WALK THE LINE : FINAL.” At the October concert, seats in the Sound Check tier — premium packages that included access to the artist’s sound check ahead of the actual show — were priced at 220,000 won ($157 at the time). The M&G tier, which offered brief in-person greetings with members before or after the show, was set at 253,000 won, while general admission cost 165,000 won. Compared with the group’s 2024 concerts, M&G prices rose by 27 percent, while Sound Check and general seats increased by around 11 percent, well above average inflation rates, even taking into account the broader surge in consumer prices.
Feb 5, 20261:47 AM
Ateez to drop new EP 'Golden Hour: Part. 4' Friday
K-pop boy group Ateez will drop its 13th EP, "Golden Hour: Part. 4," on Friday. The upcoming release is the fourth installment in the band's "Golden Hour" album series, which captures its most radiant moments of youth, according to the group's agency, KQ Entertainment. The new EP features five tracks, including the main track "Adrenaline" for which members Hongjoong and Mingi participated in penning lyrics, "Ghost," "NASA," "On The Road" and the prereleased "Choose." Through the album, which marks the first release since "Golden Hour: Part. 3" in May last year, the group delivers a heartfelt message about seven years of dedicated collaboration, the agency said. Ateez has launched a marketing campaign ahead of the latest release, drawing huge interest from fans with the "USB Scavenger Hunt," a campaign held in eight cities, including Seoul and New York, hiding USBs containing the members' voices. The eight-member act, known for high-energy performances, debuted in 2018 and gained global fame with songs like "Wonderland" and "Guerrilla."
Feb 5, 202610:21 PM
BLACKPINK’s Lisa To Star In New Netflix Film
BLACKPINK’s Lisa is set to make her feature film debut! On February 5 local time, Netflix officially announced that Lisa would be starring in a new “Notting Hill”-inspired romantic comedy feature film penned by Katie Silberman, the writer of “Booksmart” and “Set It Up.” Although Lisa previously made her small-screen debut in Season 3 of… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 202612:28 PM
Kim Min Ju Is A Warm Guesthouse Manager Who Reunites With First Love Park Jinyoung In Her 30s In “Shining”
JTBC’s new Friday drama “Shining” has unveiled the first stills of Kim Min Ju in character! “Shining” is a drama about young people who once shared a world of their own and gradually become each other’s source of trust and the light that guides their lives. Kim Min Ju plays Mo Eun Ah, a passionate… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 202611:12 AM
TXT Confirmed To Make April Comeback
TXT is officially gearing up for a comeback! On February 5, Sports Seoul reported that TXT has confirmed plans to make a comeback in April and is currently focusing on album preparations. In response to the report, their agency BIGHIT MUSIC confirmed, “TXT is working on their album with the goal of making a comeback… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20267:30 AM
Hyeri’s Agency Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts
Following last year’s announcement of legal action, SUBLIME has shared an update on its ongoing efforts to protect Hyeri from malicious activities. On February 5, the agency confirmed that they filed criminal complaints against individuals behind malicious posts targeting Hyeri. The agency also emphasized its commitment to taking strong legal action with no leniency or… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20262:36 AM
Watch: BTS Drops Teaser For Version 4 Of Official Light Stick
A new BTS light stick is coming out! On February 5, HYBE unveiled the design for Version 4 of BTS’s official light stick, showing a sleek black design and the BTS logo embedded in the center of the globe. The video introducing the new version also features a light stick stand and different attachments at… The post appeared first on .
Feb 5, 20262:20 AM
Watch: Jisoo Gets A Subscription For Virtual “Boyfriend On Demand” Service In Teaser For New Drama With Seo In Guk
Are you ready to subscribe to Jisoo and Seo In Guk’s “Boyfriend on Demand”? Helmed by director Kim Jung Sik of “Work Later, Drink Now” and “Not Others,” “Boyfriend on Demand” is a romantic comedy that follows Seo Mi Rae (BLACKPINK’s Jisoo), an overworked webtoon producer who subscribes to a virtual dating simulation service to… The post appeared first on .
