Apink has won their first music show trophy for “Love Me More”! On the January 15 episode of M Countdown, the candidates for first place were Apink’s “Love Me More” and Zico and Lilas (YOASOBI’s ikura)’s “DUET.” Apink ultimately took the prize with a total of 7,567 points. Congratulations to Apink! Watch the winner announcement and encore below!… Continue reading Watch: Apink Takes 1st Win For “Love Me More” On “M Countdown”; Performances By SEVENTEEN’s DxS, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, And More
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Lee Jong Won, Shin Ye Eun, And BOYNEXTDOOR’s Jaehyun Confirmed As MCs For 2026 D Awards
The hosts for the 2026 D Awards have been announced! On January 15, the ceremony confirmed that actors Lee Jong Won and Shin Ye Eun, along with BOYNEXTDOOR’s Jaehyun, will serve as the ceremony’s hosts. Shin Ye Eun will represent the “Muse,” Lee Jong Won the “Guardian,” and Jaehyun the “Frontman.” Lee Jong Won will… Continue reading Lee Jong Won, Shin Ye Eun, And BOYNEXTDOOR’s Jaehyun Confirmed As MCs For 2026 D Awards
Update: BLACKPINK Unveils Tracklist For Upcoming Album “DEADLINE”
Updated February 6 KST: BLACKPINK had dropped the tracklist for their upcoming mini album “DEADLINE”! Updated January 30 KST: Concept teasers have been revealed for BLACKPINK’s upcoming mini album “DEADLINE”! Original Article: The wait is finally over: BLACKPINK is coming back! On January 15 at midnight KST, BLACKPINK officially announced the date and details for… Continue reading Update: BLACKPINK Unveils Tracklist For Upcoming Album “DEADLINE”
Hearts2Hearts Confirmed To Be Gearing Up For February Comeback
Hearts2Hearts will be making a comeback next month! On January 14, Ilgan Sports reported that Hearts2Hearts is set to return with a new digital single toward the end of February. In response to the report, an SM Entertainment representative shared, “Hearts2Hearts is aiming for a late-February comeback and is currently in preparation. We ask for… Continue reading Hearts2Hearts Confirmed To Be Gearing Up For February Comeback
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
KCON 2026 Announces LA And Japan Dates
The dates for KCON 2026 are out! KCON is a major convention and music festival that celebrates Korean pop culture and entertainment in various cities across the globe, and it includes concerts featuring performances by popular K-pop artists. On January 14, KCON confirmed that KCON Japan 2026 will take place from May 8 to 10,… Continue reading KCON 2026 Announces LA And Japan Dates
Stray Kids, CORTIS, NCT DREAM, PLAVE, CLOSE YOUR EYES, ITZY, RIIZE, ILLIT, And More Earn Circle Million And Platinum Certifications
Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2018, the Korea Music Content Industry Association implemented a new certification system for album sales, song downloads, and online streaming. Starting with music released on or after January 1, 2018, Circle Chart now certifies albums platinum once they reach… Continue reading Stray Kids, CORTIS, NCT DREAM, PLAVE, CLOSE YOUR EYES, ITZY, RIIZE, ILLIT, And More Earn Circle Million And Platinum Certifications
Hwasa, CORTIS, Doyoung, SAY MY NAME, fromis_9, TWICE, ILLIT, And More Top Circle Monthly And Weekly Charts
Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has revealed its latest monthly and weekly chart rankings! Monthly Album Chart CORTIS topped the physical album chart for December with their debut EP “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES.” SAY MY NAME’s new EP “&Our Vibe” debuted at No. 2, while VERIVERY’s single album “Lost and Found” entered the… Continue reading Hwasa, CORTIS, Doyoung, SAY MY NAME, fromis_9, TWICE, ILLIT, And More Top Circle Monthly And Weekly Charts
BTS Announces Dates And Cities For 2026-2027 World Tour
Mark your calendars for BTS’s long-awaited world tour! On January 14 at midnight KST, BTS officially announced the schedule for their upcoming 2026-2027 tour. After kicking things off with three nights of concerts in Goyang, Korea on April 9, 11, and 12, BTS will embark on an ambitious world tour that will continue through the… Continue reading BTS Announces Dates And Cities For 2026-2027 World Tour
KATSEYE Achieves Their Highest Billboard Hot 100 Debut Yet With “Internet Girl”
KATSEYE’s latest single is off to a strong start on Billboard’s Hot 100! On January 13 local time, Billboard revealed that KATSEYE’s new single “Internet Girl” had entered the Hot 100 at No. 29, marking their highest debut yet on the U.S. chart. The group also achieved the highest Hot 100 ranking of their entire… Continue reading KATSEYE Achieves Their Highest Billboard Hot 100 Debut Yet With “Internet Girl”