K-Pop 101 is an occasional series from Soompi filled with tips and tricks on K-popping in Korea. So we’ve illustrated the emotional stages of ticketing before, but how does ticketing actually work? In this edition of K-Pop 101 we’ll be covering how to score tickets to your favorite’s concerts in Seoul (or Busan… or Daegu… or….… Continue reading K-Pop 101: How to Buy Tickets to a K-Pop Concert or Musical
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16 K-Pop Songs That Will Hit You Right in the Feels After a Breakup
Breaking up is never easy and when words seem to fail, we turn to music. Music has this magical ability not only to empathize with our feelings, but give us the chance to project what’s going inside us for others to see. Whether it’s anger, sadness, frustration, or regret, these 16 songs, in no particular… Continue reading 16 K-Pop Songs That Will Hit You Right in the Feels After a Breakup
5 Reasons Why EXO’s Beagle Line Is Called the Beagle Line
In K-pop lingo, an idol with “beagle ability,” or a “beagle-dol,” is an idol who is loud, boisterous, and can’t sit still for even a moment. “Beagles” are always being noisy, playing around, and causing mischief. While many idols qualify as “beagles,” three members of EXO are so beagle-y that they have been affectionately dubbed “the… Continue reading 5 Reasons Why EXO’s Beagle Line Is Called the Beagle Line
8 K-Pop Acts That Haven’t Made a Comeback in a Long Time
While most K-Pop artists tend to release new music every year, sometimes it can take much longer due to overseas promotions, acting, long vacations, or even military enlistment. Fans can get restless after a few months, so reaching multiple years can be even more worrying. Let’s take a look a which singers have had the longest… Continue reading 8 K-Pop Acts That Haven’t Made a Comeback in a Long Time
10 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups Part 2
Which K-pop stars debuted with another group before joining their current one? The following idols did not make their debut as singers with their current groups. Instead, their first step into the entertainment industry came much earlier. Following up on our first list of idols who debuted before joining their current group, here’s a list of… Continue reading 10 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups Part 2
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – January Week 4
The first collaboration between JYP and SM Entertainment artists becomes our new No. 1 song this week as miss A’s Suzy and EXO’s Baekhyun “Dream” rises to the top. This song is written by veteran hitmaker Park Geun Tae and penned by Kim Ina. “Dream” is a jazz style R&B ballad about a young couple… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – January Week 4
Four Actresses Born in 1991 To Watch Out For This Year
If actors born in 1993 are those that are making the headlines these days, for actresses, the year 1991 seem to shine the brightest. Here are four actresses born in 1991 who are showing that they have the star power to be the future of Korean entertainment. Kim Go Eun Kim Go Eun, born on July… Continue reading Four Actresses Born in 1991 To Watch Out For This Year
K-Pop 101: How to Navigate Fanclubs vs. Fancafes
K-Pop 101 is an occasional series from Soompi filled with tips and tricks on K-popping in Korea. I’ve been seeing a lot of requests for a K-Pop 101 on how to join fanclubs and fancafes, so we’ll be covering both! We’ll start with the basics of what’s the difference between the two, and then move into some… Continue reading K-Pop 101: How to Navigate Fanclubs vs. Fancafes
9 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups
Which K-pop stars debuted with another group before joining their current one? Although some of these may come as a shock, the following idols actually did not make their debut as singers with the group they are currently in. Instead, their first step into the limelight came much earlier than most fans think. 4Minute – Hyuna Hyuna… Continue reading 9 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups
12 K-Pop Idol Workouts You Need in Your Life Right Now
The start of a new year inspires many to embrace positive changes in our lives, with many vowing to get into shape in the new year. Let’s welcome 2016 with some workout inspiration straight from our fit and fab K-pop idols! Ready to start your “New Year, New You” program in full K-pop style? Here we go! 12.… Continue reading 12 K-Pop Idol Workouts You Need in Your Life Right Now