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SEVENTEEN Wins First BBMA for "Top K-pop Touring Artist”
Amidst their ongoing tour, 13-member boy group SEVENTEEN—comprised of S.COUPS, JEONGHAN, JOSHUA, JUN, HOSHI, WONWOO, WOOZI, THE 8, MINGYU, DK, SEUNGKWAN, VERNON and DINO—brought home their first BBMA for “Top K-pop Touring Artist.” This award comes almost a decade after their debut, showing both the longevity and success the group has had in their careers. According to Billboard Boxscore, SEVENTEEN drew approximately 552,000 fans over 18 performances between October last year and March this year, making them the highest-ranking K-Pop group on the 2024 Midyear Top Tours chart. In 2024 alone, they have attracted over 1.4 million attendees to their concerts both in-person and online.
Introducing 2025's Newest Boy Group: XLOV
Seven days into the new year, rookie boy group XLOV are already capturing listeners' attention and hearts with their debut song, “I’mma Be.” The first group from their company, 257 Entertainment, XLOV consists of four members: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. 257 Entertainment also shared that XLOV will aim for a “genderless” concept, bringing something new and not fully explored to the K-Pop scene.
SEVENTEEN Makes History as the First K-Pop Act to Perform on Disney’s Magical Christmas Day Parade
Global K-Pop icons SEVENTEEN, celebrated for their electrifying performances and innovative artistry, brought their signature energy to The Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade, making history as the first K-Pop act to grace the annual event.
Experience the Magic of Taemin on His ‘Ephemeral Gaze’ Tour in Europe
Taemin, the iconic K-Pop artist and member of the legendary group SHINee, is set to embark on the European leg of his first solo world tour, ‘Ephemeral Gaze.’ This monumental tour marks a new chapter in Taemin’s career, showcasing his growth as a solo artist and his dedication to pushing artistic boundaries. Fans across Europe eagerly await his arrival, as the tour promises a captivating blend of music, dance, and storytelling that only Taemin can deliver.
Billlie Brings Their Grand America Tour to a Spectacular Close in Los Angeles
Los Angeles was buzzing with energy as fans gathered for the highly anticipated final night of Billlie’s Our FLOWERLD (Belllie've You) Grand America Tour. The packed venue radiated excitement, with fans singing along to their favorite tracks and waving lightsticks even before the show began. It was clear that this wasn’t just any concert—it was the culmination of a journey, one that fans and the group were determined to make unforgettable.
ONEUS Create a Winter Wonderland with 'Rupert’s drop'
After releasing a reprised version of “Now” by Fin.K.L and a stellar run on Mnet’s Road to Kingdom : Ace of Ace, five-member boy group ONEUS is back with a winter-themed single, “Rupert’s drop.” On December 4, ONEUS posted a small schedule for their upcoming events: a digital single released in December, a special album to be released in January, and a Seoul finale of their world tour to be held in February. The digital single released on December 9, and includes two tracks—”Rupert’s drop” and an instrumental version of the same song.
Past to Present: Revisiting MAMA’s Most Iconic Performances
The Mnet Asian Music Awards (now shortened as MAMA) has come a long way since its inception in 1999 as the Mnet Music Video Festival. Initially launched to honor outstanding achievements in Korean music, it has grown into one of the most prominent and anticipated music award shows in Asia. Rebranded as MAMA in 2009. We’ll take a closer look at some of the most iconic and breathtaking performances in MAMA history. While these selections are based on personal opinion and since we can’t cover every year or performances, these performances highlight the creativity, energy, and sheer talent that make MAMA one of the most anticipated nights in music.
EPEX Unveils ‘Youth Chapter 2 : YOUTH DEFICIENCY’ – A Musical Journey Through Growing Pains and Personal Growth
EPEX returns with a new chapter in their emotionally charged Youth Chapter 2: YOUTH DEFICIENCY. This highly anticipated follow-up to Youth Chapter 1: YOUTH DAYS, released in April 2024, continues the exploration of youth’s struggles and triumphs, diving deeper into the complexities of growing up, embracing imperfections, and confronting the inner challenges of adolescence.
CHUNG HA Embodies the Christmas Spirit in New Digital Single
For her first release in four months, soloist CHUNG HA has dropped a special Christmas themed single album, [Christmas Promise]. Containing two songs, this release brings a feeling of warmth, excitement, and fun to this holiday season. Christmas themed songs are not uncommon from K-Pop artists, and CHUNG HA can now be added to any must-play Christmas playlist with this digital single release. The music video for the title song “Sleigh” released with the drop of the album, and teases a second music video for the other track “There Goes Santa Claus!” at the end.
EVNNE Unveils New Digital Single “景色 (KESHIKI)”: An Uplifting Anthem for Dreamers and Doers Everywhere
EVNNE is excited to announce the release of their latest digital single, “景色 (KESHIKI),” which dropped on November 5—a high-energy, rock-infused anthem that was first introduced at EVNNE’s exclusive ‘EVNNEING-PRESSO’ fan meeting in early November. “景色 (KESHIKI)” was created as a heartfelt gift for the band’s loyal fans. The song was crafted during the preparation for this special event, and its meaning runs deep for both the band and their supporters.
Kep1er Achieves Historic Milestones with Sixth Mini Album ‘TIPI-TAP’ on Billboard Charts
K-Pop sensation Kep1er, a South Korean girl group formed by CJ ENM through the Mnet reality competition show Girls Planet 999 in 2021, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with their 6th mini album, TIPI-TAP. The group made their debut on several prestigious Billboard charts, marking a significant moment in their career.
K-Pop Girl Group Billlie Set to Blossom this Winter for Their Grand American Tour
Fourth Generation K-Pop icon Billlie is set to bring their mesmerizing stages to the North and South America leg of their ‘Our FLOWERLD (Belllie've You)’ World Tour which started earlier this year in Europe.
Following the successes of their European leg of the year and recent mini-album, Appendix: Of All We Have Lost, Billlie will be performing for more of their international fans in over 10+ cities like Chicago, Toronto, Bogotá, and Los Angeles. Billlie is ready to continue their international debut, bringing fans an unforgettable tour experience filled with surprises.
VIVIZ Return With Their 5th Mini Album 'VOYAGE'
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SEVENTEEN Returns to the U.S. with ‘SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE]’ Tour in Chicago
On October 22, 2024, SEVENTEEN launched their highly anticipated U.S. tour, SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN U.S., with an electrifying debut in Chicago.
Loossemble Links Up with Fans, Closing Out Their North America Tour
Fans arrived early and full of excitement for the final stop of Loossemble’s Up Link Station tour in LA, filling the streets with lines stretching around the venue before doors even opened. Their dedicated fan base, known as C.Loo, gathered hours in advance, with vibrant lightsticks and voices as they danced along to Loossemble’s songs in anticipation. The crowd’s energy radiated through the venue, building a palpable sense of excitement that would only grow as the group took the stage to deliver a truly unforgettable night.
ENHYPEN and ENGENEs Unite in New Song “Home” for Documentary ‘FANMADE’
ENHYPEN, the trailblazing boyband under BELIFT LAB, has just released their latest single “Home,” a powerful and emotionally charged anthem that highlights the deep connection between the group and ENGENEs, their fans. The track serves as the feature song for the upcoming documentary FANMADE set to debut in AMC theaters nationwide on November 8th. Produced by Hello Sunshine and Good-People, this documentary captures the magic of ENHYPEN’s journey, celebrating the undeniable bond between the band and their global fanbase.
MEOVV Debuts With the Electrifying Single "MEOW" Under THEBLACKLABEL
The K-Pop scene has a new contender, and they are ready to make waves. MEOVV, the highly anticipated five-member group, has officially entered the music world with the release of their debut single, "MEOW." Released through THEBLACKLABEL and Capitol Records, this track is already stirring up excitement with its unique blend of powerful vocals, sharp production, and fierce attitude.
Weeekly Leaves LA in ‘BLISS’ as They Close Out Their North American Tour
Closing out their nine-stop <WU (Weeekly University)> tour, Weeekly made their way to the iconic Teragram Ballroom to meet their LA fans.
Krazy Super Concert Finally Touches Down in Southern California and Doesn’t Disappoint
After a seven-month postponement, the long-awaited Krazy Super Concert finally touched down in Long Beach with a packed lineup featuring artists like aespa, ZEROBASEONE, AKMU, BamBam, SUNMI, and CL spanning over two nights and was hosted by singer and Korean personality, Kim Jong Kook.
Interview: Lee Young Ji Gives Her All on the First Night of Her Debut US Tour
Preceding the release of her debut EP, 16 Fantasy, and the success of her first #1 charting song, “Small Girl,” the world has seen 22-year-old Lee Young Ji become a prominent figure in the K-Hip Hop scene. And when asked about how she keeps herself grounded while navigating the industry, she mentioned it hasn’t been easy. She describes her journey and mind, as she continues to find her place in the industry, to be very “messy” and “unstable,” and she isn’t one to stay humble. She understands and appreciates her successes and makes sure that there are even times to be chaotic and “all over the place” since that is what life is all about. Later, when asked about the inspiration behind her EP, she mentioned how the album is a representation of the brave and reckless 16-year-old Young Ji, and how she continues to inspire herself to be as courageous as her younger self despite learning and growing more as not only a person but an artist. She proceeded to mention how the song “Unknown Guy” is her favorite song off the EP.