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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.
K-Pop R&B Singer JUNNY Set to Enthrall North American Fans This Fall
SEVENTEEN Gears Up for Their 12th Mini Album ‘SPILL THE FEELS’
Global K-Pop sensation SEVENTEEN is set to return with their highly anticipated 12th mini album SPILL THE FEELS on October 14. Filled with anticipation and excitement, the group teased their fanbase, CARATs, with a series of cryptic clues, hinting at a profound and emotional journey to come.
ZEROBASEONE Performs Debut Hit “In Bloom” Live at the Grammy Museum
On July 25, the nine-member South Korean boy group ZEROBASEONE was invited into the prestigious Grammy Museum to be a part of their Global Spin Live series. The series, usually held online, is meant to highlight and hold conversations with global artists, allowing them to have a deep conversation about their careers, inspirations, and more.
P1Harmony Brings the Party to Life with Latest EP ‘SAD SONG’
What do you get when you combine the words “vibrant” and “fierce” in the form of music? You get P1Harmony’s latest project SAD SONG. On September 20, South Korean boy group P1Harmony under FNC Entertainment, released their highly-anticipated seventh mini-album with seven new tracks that accentuate the group's well-established vocal dynamics and rapping skills through a variety of genres. Following the immense success of their first full-length album Killin’ It earlier this year (which earned them their first Korean music show win), the six members KEEHO, THEO, JIUNG, INTAK, SOUL and JONGSEOB bring in themes of overcoming the feeling of loneliness during one's youth, which many can resonate with.
Catch Weeekly Live on the ‘WU (Weeekly University)’ Tour: Part 1 in the U.S.
Rising K-Pop stars Weeekly are set to bring their vibrant energy to the United States as they kick off their highly anticipated WU (Weeekly University) tour starting September 11, 2024.
LE SSERAFIM Goes ‘CRAZY’ in Their 4th Mini Album
LE SSERAFIM has been known for releasing chartbusters ever since their debut. Their first EP, FEARLESS, debuted at no. 1 on iTunes in 13 countries, and their second EP, ANTIFRAGILE, landed them at no. 14 on the Billboard 200 in October 2022. Their studio album, UNFORGIVEN, reached an impressive no. 6 on the Billboard Chart in May 2023. LE SSERAFIM’s first English single, “Perfect Night,” peaked at no. 18 on the Billboard Global 200, and they entered the Billboard Hot 100 with “EASY” from their 3rd Mini Album EASY. They've also made history as the first K-Pop group to perform at BlizzCon® 2023 and have been invited to perform at Coachella in April 2024 — becoming the fastest K-Pop group to achieve this honor.
CRAZY, features five dynamic tracks: “Chasing Lightning,” “CRAZY,” “Pierrot,” “1-800-hot-n-fun,” and “Crazier.” Each track showcases LE SSERAFIM's eclectic style, ranging from EDM-style house beats to rock. Notably, member Huh Yun-jin steps into the role of producer for “Crazier,” marking a significant milestone for her as an artist.
Babylon Embarks on His First US Tour: ‘Beautiful Memories Tour’
Korean R&B singer Babylon recently announced his Beautiful Memories Tour. The tour spans across 21 cities, including multiple stops in Texas, California, and Illinois, and marks the artist’s first time performing in the United States.
aespa Makes History as First Foreign Female Artist to Sell Out Tokyo Dome Twice & Debuts “Hot Mess” on ‘THE FIRST TAKE’
K-Pop powerhouse aespa is on fire, and their recent two-day day concert, 2024 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK : PARALLEL LINE - in TOKYO DOME - SPECIAL EDITION-, was legendary. On August 17 and 18, 2024, the Tokyo Dome pulsed with the energy of 94,000 MYs, aespa’s fanbase, and made history. aespa has become the first foreign female artist to rock Tokyo Dome two years in a row!
HANABIE. Drops Heroic Anthem "Metamorphose!" with New Music Video
The unstoppable Japanese band HANABIE. has dropped their latest track, "Metamorphose!"—a high-energy anthem combining heavy riffs with infectious melodies, delivering arguably their most powerful song to date. Inspired by the epic battles of superheroes and the magic of childhood fantasies, this track is sure to become a fan favorite.
Rising Rock Band KAVE Electrifies the Stage at Incheon Pentaport Festival
Korean rock band and producer collective KAVE, short for Kings Always Have Veiled Egos, made a powerful entrance at the renowned Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival, held from August 2-4, 2024. As the first band to hit the HILLSTATE stage last August 2nd, KAVE delivered an electrifying performance that left the crowd buzzing, setting the tone for an unforgettable day of music alongside acts like DAY6, Creepy Nuts, and JANNABI.
J-Pop’s Kenshi Yonezu Shouts “RED OUT” in His Latest Single
Several Japanese artists have found a global reach due to their transcendental music. One of these artists is Kenshi Yonezu. Kenshi Yonezu has been in this industry for a decade now, becoming familiar to any listener of J-Pop.
‘Hello, World’ Says BAEKHYUN as he Gears Up for a Comeback & a USA Official Store Launch
K-Pop singer BAEKHYUN is set to return with new music next month! BAEKHYUN is one of the most proficient vocalists of his generation, and he continues to deliver his best with each performance. He has charmed his fans with his fantastic vocal capabilities like no other. He recently concluded his solo concert Lonsdaleite and its encore Lonsdaleite[dot].
ENHYPEN Premieres Comedy-Thriller-Inspired Music Video for “Brought The Heat Back”
South Korean K-Pop group ENHYPEN is back for an encore with a fiery music video for their second promotional single “Brough The Heat Back” from their recent studio album ROMANCE : UNTOLD.” Released on August 1, the quirky visuals for the funk and dance-pop track showcase the members Jungwon, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-Ki repeatedly being caught in a game of cat and mouse. This time around, the seven vampires are battling each other for the possession of a cat hidden in a coffin-shaped box. The song's lyrics share the sentiments of the members grappling with feelings of jealousy as they encounter a stranger trying to charm their significant other.
NIKI Drops Summer Love Anthem “Tsunami” Ahead of Her Upcoming Album Release
Are you in your lover girl era this summer? If so, singer-songwriter and producer NIKI has released the perfect song for you with her new single “Tsunami.” This track came out on July 26, 2024, and is the third single off her upcoming album Buzz which is set to release on August 9, 2024 via 88rising.
Gaho Joins KAVE to Take Off on 'Flight of Ideas': Official Debut & New EP
Kings Always Have Veiled Egos, better known as KAVE, is a dynamic Korean rock band that burst onto the scene with their debut EP, Flight of Ideas, released on July 24, 2024. The band, fronted by renowned vocalist Gaho, also features Jisang on guitar, Hyun on keyboard, Ownr on both keyboard and DJ duties, and Kekinu on drums. On July 23, KAVE held a debut showcase at Musinsa Garage in Mapo-gu, Seoul. At the event, lead vocalist Gaho shared the band's origins, explaining how he and his friends from school and college first came together to produce music. Their shared passion for music evolved into a desire to play instruments, which eventually led to the formation of KAVE.
BANG&JUNG&YOO&MOON Sings “Farewell” Ahead of Their ‘Curtain Call’
Fans of the beloved 3rd generation K-Pop group B.A.P can rejoice as the group reunites under BANG&JUNG&YOO&MOON with their upcoming EP Curtain Call, set to release on August 8, 2024. Originally debuting as B.A.P (Best Absolute Perfect) in 2012 with their sensational EP WARRIOR, the group comprised Yongguk, Himchan, Daehyun, Youngjae, Jong-up, and Zelo. Known for their powerful hip-hop concept, B.A.P released five albums in their debut year, garnering prestigious awards.
ZEROBASEONE to Make Historic Appearance at GRAMMY Museum’s Global Spin Live
On July 25, 2024 at 7:30 PM PDT, you can catch K-Pop’s fifth generation icon ZEROBASEONE at the GRAMMY Museum’s Global Spin Live. The GRAMMY team expressed their excitement, stating, “We are glad to have ZEROBASEONE from Korea'' and highlighted that the nine-member boy group will delve into their career journey, new music, and creative process. This insight has generated significant buzz and anticipation among ZEROSE and the music community.
Japanese VTuber Mori Calliope Set to Drop Highly Anticipated Release ‘PHANTOMINE’ in Mid August
Mori Calliope is a Japanese VTuber (Virtual YouTuber) who is part of one of the biggest VTuber productions in Japan, hololive. VTuber is a YouTuber who uses an animated avatar instead of their real appearance. The main activities are basically the same as YouTubers. Each Vtuber has a well-designed character, and they do singing, live streaming, gaming, etc.
ENHYPEN Explores a World of Romance With Second Full-Length Album ‘ROMANCE : UNTOLD’
On July 12, K-Pop boy group ENHYPEN made a momentous return with an enticing array of songs with the release of their much-anticipated second full-length album ROMANCE : UNTOLD. The album itself sets the stage for a different artistic direction from their previous BLOOD and DIMENSION series, unfolding a world of romance as seven vampires who find themselves battling for survival amongst mortals while protecting their one true love. The members JUNGWON, HEESEUNG, JAY, JAKE, SUNGHOON, SUNOO and NI-KI participated throughout the album-making process from producing to songwriting, including their first-ever fan song “Highway 1009.” Before release day, the album had garnered a record-breaking 2.2 million pre-orders, making them the fastest 4th generation K-Pop group to achieve this feat since their debut in 2020.