Entertainment agencies are working together to find the truth regarding suspicions of digital chart manipulation. On July 18, Park Jin Young wrote a post on Instagram that begins, “Fair competition and evaluation is the cornerstone for any industry.” In Korean, he wrote, “Recently, suspicions of digital chart manipulation are being brought up, and those raising… Continue reading JYP Entertainment And Other Companies Requesting Investigations Of Digital Chart Manipulation
Category: Music
Hyolyn Changes Lyrics For “See Sea” And Cleared For Broadcast
On July 18, Hyolyn’s agency bridʒ stated that after making changes to the problematic lyrics of “See Sea,” it passed the reevaluations for broadcast on KBS. Although Hyolyn’s song was cleared for broadcast by MBC and SBS, KBS found the parts of the lyrics that mentioned a specific commercial brand inappropriate for broadcast. The lyrics in question were “Coca… Continue reading Hyolyn Changes Lyrics For “See Sea” And Cleared For Broadcast
BTS, BLACKPINK, And More Continue In Top 10 On World Albums Chart, TWICE’s New Release Makes Debut + PENTAGON Re-Enters
Billboard has released its charts for the week ending in July 21, and Korean artists continue to have a strong showing on the World Albums chart! BTS maintains its No. 1 position from last week with “Love Yourself: Tear,” for a total of seven weeks at No. 1. The album has been on this chart eight… Continue reading BTS, BLACKPINK, And More Continue In Top 10 On World Albums Chart, TWICE’s New Release Makes Debut + PENTAGON Re-Enters
Update: 100% Unveils Unit Teaser Photos For Comeback With “Grand Bleu”
Updated July 24 KST: Unit teasers have been revealed for 100%’s comeback! Check them out below: Updated July 23 KST: Lyric photos have now been revealed of Chanyong and Hyukjin for 100%’s comeback! The lyrics on Chanyong’s read, “I will tell you honestly. This feeling is missing you,” while the lyrics on Hyukjin’s are, “I want to… Continue reading Update: 100% Unveils Unit Teaser Photos For Comeback With “Grand Bleu”
Watch: Holland Explores The Fear Of Coming Out In “I’m So Afraid” MV
Singer Holland has dropped the next part of his “Holland Twin Single Project”! On July 17, he released “I’m So Afraid” through Korean streaming sites as well as a music video for the track. Whereas “I’m Not Afraid” was Holland expressing how he’s no longer afraid to truly be himself, not afraid to be openly… Continue reading Watch: Holland Explores The Fear Of Coming Out In “I’m So Afraid” MV
Watch: Apink Grabs 5th Win For “I’m So Sick” On “The Show,” Performances By MOMOLAND, gugudan SEMINA, And More
Apink has taken another win home with “I’m So Sick”! On the July 17 episode of SBS MTV’s “The Show,” Apink’s “I’m So Sick,” MOMOLAND’s “BAAM,” and gugudan SEMINA’s “SEMINA” were in the running for first place. Apink came in first with a total score of 8,980, with MOMOLAND in second with 5,572 points and… Continue reading Watch: Apink Grabs 5th Win For “I’m So Sick” On “The Show,” Performances By MOMOLAND, gugudan SEMINA, And More
SM Entertainment Announces 3 New Male Trainees For SM Rookies
New SM Entertainment trainees have been introduced! These three are part of SM Rookies, the pre-debut group of the agency’s trainees. The first is Yang Yang, who was born on October 10, 2000.Xiao Jun was born on August 8, 1999.Hendery is the third trainee, born on September 28, 1999.Stay tuned for more updates!
Watch: Ladies’ Code Member Ashley Makes Solo Debut With “Here We Are” MV
Ladies’ Code member Ashley has made her solo debut! Ashley takes on a sexy concept for summer with her album and title track “Here We Are.” The music video incorporates locations like a swimming pool and tennis court perfect for a summer vibe. “Here We Are” is a tropical dance track with a groovy rhythm.… Continue reading Watch: Ladies’ Code Member Ashley Makes Solo Debut With “Here We Are” MV
Shaun’s Agency Denies Accusations of Digital Chart Manipulation
Singer Shaun has been swept up by accusations of chart manipulation with his track “Way Back Home.” Shaun’s “Way Back Home” rose to first place on the music streaming sites Genie, Oleh Music, and Bugs on July 16 at 7 a.m. KST. On Melon and Mnet, the song ranked high as well, taking 3rd and… Continue reading Shaun’s Agency Denies Accusations of Digital Chart Manipulation
Government Agency Shares Update On Investigation Of Nilo’s Chart Manipulation Accusations
The investigation continues for accusations of chart manipulation for Nilo’s song “Pass.” On July 17, a source from the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism revealed that the government agency is currently investigating. “We have requested the relevant data from the service provider and are in the stage of searching for a big data expert.” In April,… Continue reading Government Agency Shares Update On Investigation Of Nilo’s Chart Manipulation Accusations