Category: K-Pop
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Psy Criticized by Fans for Failing to Manage Himself Ahead of “Summer Swag”
Singer Psy is facing harsh criticism for failing to manage himself ahead of “Summer Swag”
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Red Velvet Accuses SM of Delaying MV Release and Ignoring Artists’ Opinions
Statements from Red Velvet members continue to fuel netizens’ frustration
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Ahyeon of BABYMONSTER Faces Mixed Reactions When Being Compared to BLACKPINK’s Jennie
Despite her highly praised talent, Ahyeon (BABYMONSTER) still sparks controversy
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From EXO-CBX to HYBE: The Music Industry’s Turmoil – Money or Principles?
Is the Noise in the Music Industry About Money or Principles?
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NewJeans and aespa successfully achieve mutual support that even adults couldn’t manage “Participate in each other’s dance challenges”
Girl groups NewJeans and aespa showed their closeness by participating in each other’s dance challenges
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NewJeans to Pre-Release ‘Right Now’ MV on the 17th Ahead of Japanese Debut
NewJeans to Pre-Release Music Video for ‘Right Now’ from Japanese Debut Single ‘Supernatural’ on the 17th
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K-pop Girl Group Disbands After 7 Years: Sudden News Shocks Fans
The girl group Weki Meki is parting ways beautifully
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BABYMONSTER vs ILLIT: Lost Completely Digitally but Triumphs in Physical Sales?
The “successors” of BLACKPINK and NewJeans – BABYMONSTER and ILLIT, are frequently pitted against each other.
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BABYMONSTER’s “Sheesh” Draws Mixed Reactions from K-Netizens
As BABYMONSTER released their latest track “Sheesh”, mixed reactions are pouring in regarding the song.
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K-netizens comment on “BLACKPINK receiving 10 billion won per person in down payment to renew contract with YG”
On March 21st, YG announced their 2023 financial statement
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The Era of K-pop Dragons Ends with Big Bang and BTS: A Stagnant Phase Calls for the Rebellion of the Underdogs
“The beginning of the era for K-pop dragons seems to have ended with Big Bang-BTS.”
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Jungkook, Seventeen, LE SSERAFIM and NewJeans win 11 trophies at Japan Gold Disc Awards
HYBE Labels artists elevated their status at the Japan Gold Disc Awards
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JYP Female Idols’ Worrying Wardrobe Malfunction ft. ITZY’s Yuna
Despite ongoing fans’ complaints about the styling team, wardrobe malfunctions continue to happen with JYP idols
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Should K-pop Idols be Condemned for Clubbing, Smoking, and Swearing?
Various incidents related to K-pop idols clubbing, smoking, and swearing have emerged recently, but is the matter that serious?
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4th Gen K-pop Idols are Dressing Bolder Because of BLACKPINK’s Jennie?
Bold and provocative outfits have taken over the 4th Gen K-pop, and some are saying that Jennie is the cause
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LE SSERAFIM’s Case Mentioned Amid Public Rage Over Foreign Designer Sexually Harassing Ahn Yu-jin
Amid the controversy over Ahn Yu-jin being sexually harassed, fans mentioned a similar issue happening to LE SSERAFIM
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SEVENTEEN, TXT and NewJeans in top 10 of IFPI’s Global Artist Chart 2023 “HYBE’s power”
3 groups under HYBE Labels made it to the Top 10 of the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI)’s “Global Artist Chart”
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LE SSERAFIM Caught in Controversies Following Latest Album “EASY” Release
LE SSERAFIM has stirred up controversies on social media due to the bold scenes filmed in a church from their latest MV
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Industry Insiders Express Feelings about K-pop in the “Post-BTS era”
In the “post-BTS era” due to the group’s military service, there are co-existing crisis and opportunity, said industry insiders.
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YG’s Baby Monster vs. Teddy’s Double Black Girl Group, Who Will Be the True Successor to Blackpink?
While YG’s new girl group Baby Monster just made their debut, Teddy is about to release his own girl group for the first time
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Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa All Established Solo Labels, How’s about Rosé?
Rosé’s future plans have not yet been revealed to the public, but there have been several subtle hints about the direction the singer may be heading.
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K-Pop Concerts in Japan Soar to 3.5 Million Attendees Last Year, Driven by BLACKPINK and SEVENTEEN’s Success
3.5 Million Japanese Attendees Joined K-Pop Concerts in 2023
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K-netizens React To (G)I-DLE’s Comeback Song “Super Lady”
Internet users in the online community Nate Pann showed various responses to (G)I-DLE’s new title song “Super Lady”
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Parents who watched video of female idol walking on street without pants “I’m worried my daughter might imitate them”
There are signs of the trend of “pantless look” or “no-pants look”, wearing shorts with a triangle line as short as underwear or not wearing pants at all
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HYBE New Groups Named Among US Grammy’s ‘Rookie K-pop Acts To Know In 2024’
4 HYBE rookie groups gained recognition for their potential to become global rising stars by US Grammy
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(G)I-DLE & LE SSERAFIM Herald Successful Comebacks Despite Sensationalism Controversies
Popular girl groups draw attention with their unusual comeback promotions in the first half of this year
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K-netizens React To Fans Pointing Out Problems Of SM’s Management Of NCT System
Fans of NCT expressed frustration regarding the way SM has been handling the NCT system with multiple units
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Girl Groups To Heat Up K-pop Scene With Comebacks: From (G)I-DLE To LE SSERAFIM
Female singer and girl groups announced comebacks one after another, raising expectations for a new craze in 2024
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IU Changed Her New Song’s Title, Receives Mixed Reactions
IU’s decision to change her new song’s title from “Love Wins” to “Love Wins All” faced mixed reactions from netizens
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Idols Promoting “Separately But Together” Has Emerged As A New Trend In K-pop Scene
More idol group members have recently established their own labels or agencies to manage individual activities by themselves
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EXO, BLACKPINK & BTOB Protect Their Teams Despite Members In Different Places
Some K-pop groups recently announced plans to carry out individual activities separately but still get together for group schedules
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K-netizens Believed JYP Over-media played NMIXX’s One-Million Album Achievement
Some netizens pointed out NMIXX’s real album sales are not as good as reported.
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New Law Issued for Minor K-pop Idols: Protection from Forced Plastic Surgery and Mental Issues?
Seoul has enacted a new law aimed at protecting minor K-pop idols and trainees from various forms of harm in the industry
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Circle Chart Music Awards: BABYMONSTER Wins Their 1st Award, NCT DREAM’s Grand Prize Once Again Causes Controversy
The 13th Circle Chart Music Awards results that recently took place is making headlines
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“It’s sad for ITZY”
A netizen shared their thoughts about ITZY’s downfall
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YG Stocks Decline After All of BLACKPINK Didn’t Renew Individual Contracts
The stock value of YG is on a decline after the exclusive contracts for individual activities of all BLACKPINK members failed to go through
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NewJeans is Soaring with Successes Despite Minji’s “Attitude Controversy”
Despite various criticisms being directed at NewJeans due to Minji’s “attitude controversy”, the girl group is soaring with successes
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NCT 127 Fans Suffer From “Cultural Differences” between Korean and International Fans
The “cultural differences” between Korean and international fans have led to “hilarious grievances” among the NCT 127 fandom
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BLACKPINK’s Diverse Reasons for Leaving YG: “The Important Thing is One’s Happiness”
As each member has chosen their own path for individual activities, BLACKPINK have diverse reasons for leaving YG
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NewJeans: A Spectacular Debut Year and Record-breaking Triumphs in the Kpop World
NewJeans is now better than better!
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All BLACKPINK Members’ Separate Solo Pursuits: Soaring Success or Risky Move?
There’s a lot of speculation about what’s next for BLACKPINK as a group when the members venture into solo activities under different managements
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Korean Media: No Expectations for BLACKPINK’s Group Activities
After BLACKPINK chose to end individual contracts with YG Entertainment, Korean media showed no expectations for group activities
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No BLACKPINK, No BIGBANG, How Can YG Survive?
Artists are not renewing their contracts with YG Entertainment one by one, so just how will the agency survive?
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YG Hinted at BLACKPINK and BABYMONSTER Ahyeon’s Plans for 2024?
YG’s latest moves related to BLACKPINK and BABYMONSTER on the Eve of the New Year caused a stir
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NewJeans, a Never-seen-before Artist that Breaks the K-pop Industry’s “Success Formula”
Breaking the K-pop industry’s success formula, NewJeans has proven themselves as a “never-seen-before” artist
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In 2023, what’s happening in the world of K-pop?
In 2023, K-pop thrives globally, with record sales, new idols, but controversies spark legal battles and drug issues
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BLACKPINK’s Comeback is Unlikely as Members Embark on Solo Journeys
Despite all members signing with YG for group activities, their packed solo schedules means that BLACKPINK’s comeback is unlikely
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“Following IVE and NewJeans” Who will be “super rookie” in K-pop industry in 2024?
In recent years, the K-pop industry has been marked by the prominent activities of new artists, especially rising girl groups that captivated listeners with unique concepts and music styles
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NewJeans Proves Syndrome-Level Popularity With 2023 Year-End Performances In Korea, US & Japan
Popular girl group NewJeans is wrapping up this year with various year-end stages in Korea, US and Japan
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K-netizens React To NewJeans, aespa, IVE & LE SSERAFIM’s Achievements In 2023
Leading Gen 4 girl groups NewJeans, aespa, IVE and LE SSERAFIM performed well domestically and internationally this year