BTS Announces 5th Full Album “ARIRANG” + Reveals Physical Album Details

BTS has announced details for their upcoming comeback! On January 16, it was revealed that their upcoming full album is titled “ARIRANG.” The physical album will be released in the following 16 versions: Pre-orders will open on January 16 at 11 a.m. KST, and the album will be released on March 20 at 1 p.m.… Continue reading BTS Announces 5th Full Album “ARIRANG” + Reveals Physical Album Details

“Show Me The Money 12” Producers Talk International Contestants, Public’s Perception Of Hip Hop, And More At Press Conference

On January 15, a press conference was held for the premiere of “Show Me The Money 12” with producers Zico, Crush, Jay Park, Lil Moshpit, Loco, GRAY, Hukky Shibaseki, and J-Tong along with CP (chief producer) Choi Hyo Jin in attendance. “Show Me The Money” is a hip hop survival program that first premiered in… Continue reading “Show Me The Money 12” Producers Talk International Contestants, Public’s Perception Of Hip Hop, And More At Press Conference

Circle Chart Reveals Year-End Digital And Album Charts For 2025

The 2025 year-end charts have been revealed for Circle Chart! Circle Chart combines streaming and download data from all domestic music sites for the digital chart and records album distribution numbers for the album chart. As the yearly charts are based on accumulated data for the year, music released earlier in the year have points… Continue reading Circle Chart Reveals Year-End Digital And Album Charts For 2025

Exclusive: ALPHA DRIVE ONE Talks Survival Show Debut, Hopes For The Future, And More At “EUPHORIA” Debut Showcase

ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s much-anticipated debut is here! On January 12, Soompi attended ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s press showcase for the release of their first mini album “EUPHORIA.” Formed through the survival program “BOYS II PLANET,” ALPHA DRIVE ONE consists of the eight members Leo, Junseo, Arno, Geonwoo, Sangwon, Xinlong, Anxin, and Sanghyeon. As Arno recently suffered… Continue reading Exclusive: ALPHA DRIVE ONE Talks Survival Show Debut, Hopes For The Future, And More At “EUPHORIA” Debut Showcase

Watch: Performances From 40th Golden Disc Awards

Various artists stunned with impressive performances at this year’s Golden Disc Awards! The 40th Golden Disc Awards held its ceremony on January 10 at Taipei Dome. In celebration of the 40th anniversary, several artists also performed covers of those selected for Golden Disc’s “Powerhouse 40.” Watch all the performances below: ZEROBASEONE’s Sung Han Bin and… Continue reading Watch: Performances From 40th Golden Disc Awards

Winners Of 40th Golden Disc Awards

Golden Disc has opened the year with its 40th ceremony! The 40th Golden Disc Awards was held at Taipei Dome on January 10, awarding the best albums and songs of the past year. 10 Best Albums and 10 Best Digital Songs were awarded with Bonsang (Main Prize), and among them, one album and one song… Continue reading Winners Of 40th Golden Disc Awards

Stars Dazzle On Red Carpet At 40th Golden Disc Awards

Artists have gathered for the annual Golden Disc Awards! On January 10, a red carpet event was held ahead of the ceremony for the 40th Golden Disc Awards at Taipei Dome. Take a look at the red carpet looks: CORTIS ALLDAY PROJECT CLOSE YOUR EYES KiiiKiii ZO ZAZZ izna ARrC NCT WISH TWS ZEROBASEONE BOYNEXTDOOR… Continue reading Stars Dazzle On Red Carpet At 40th Golden Disc Awards

Stars Graduate From Hanlim Arts School

Many more celebrities have now graduated from Hanlim Arts School! An arts high school attended by many idols and actors, Hanlim Arts School held its graduation ceremony on January 8. Stars including ZEROBASEONE’s Han Yu Jin, IVE’s Leeseo, TWS’s Kyungmin, KickFlip’s Donghyeon, izna’s Ryu Sarang, IDID’s Park Seonghyeon, CLASS:y’s Jimin, idntt’s Lee JaeYoung, The Wind’s… Continue reading Stars Graduate From Hanlim Arts School

Melon Announces Top 100 Songs Of 2025 Year-End Chart

Melon’s year-end chart for 2025 has been revealed! On January 8, the Korean music streaming service revealed its chart of the top 100 songs in 2025, determined by streaming and download counts accumulated throughout the year. WOODZ’s “Drowning,” his 2023 track that made a dramatic rise on charts, was the No. 1 song of the… Continue reading Melon Announces Top 100 Songs Of 2025 Year-End Chart