STARSHIP Entertainment is set to debut KiiiKiii, its first rookie girl group since IVE in 2021! On February 10, the company surprised fans by launching KiiiKiii’s official social media accounts, unveiling a bold Gen Z-inspired aesthetic through a unique promotional approach. Their Instagram features visually striking content tied to the group’s name—rings, shoes, and books… Continue reading STARSHIP Entertainment Confirms Debut Of New Girl Group KiiiKiii + Launches Social Media Accounts
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Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2025, February Week 2
IVE’s “REBEL HEART” solidifies its lead on top of our chart and repeats as the No. 1 song for the second consecutive week. Congratulations to IVE! Holding onto the second spot is aespa’s “Whiplash.” Moving back up one spot to No. 3 is Rosé’s “toxic till the end.” There are no new songs in the… Continue reading Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2025, February Week 2
ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Gyu Vin, TWS’s Dohoon, And Hearts2Hearts’ A-Na Confirmed As New “Music Core” MCs
Updated February 10 at 3 p.m. KST The new MCs for “Music Core” have been announced! On February 10, Ilgan Sports reported that ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Gyu Vin and TWS’s Dohoon will be the new MCs for “Music Core” along with a member from SM Entertainment’s upcoming girl group Hearts2Hearts. Sports Chosun further reported that Hearts2Hearts… Continue reading ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Gyu Vin, TWS’s Dohoon, And Hearts2Hearts’ A-Na Confirmed As New “Music Core” MCs
PLAVE Becomes 1st Virtual Idol Group To Surpass 1 Million 1st-Week Sales
PLAVE has officially joined the “million seller” club! On February 3 at 6 p.m. KST, PLAVE made their comeback with their new mini album “Caligo Pt.1” and its title track “Dash.” Hanteo Chart has now revealed that “Caligo Pt.1” sold an impressive total of 1,038,308 copies within the first week of its release (February 3… Continue reading PLAVE Becomes 1st Virtual Idol Group To Surpass 1 Million 1st-Week Sales
IVE Becomes 2nd Girl Group In Hanteo History To Surpass 1 Million 1st-Week Sales With 4 Different Albums
IVE has successfully continued their “million-seller” streak! On February 3 at 6 p.m. KST, IVE made their long-awaited return with their new EP “IVE EMPATHY” and its second title track “ATTITUDE.” Less than five days later, Hanteo Chart announced that “IVE EMPATHY” had already sold over 1 million copies, making it their fourth consecutive album… Continue reading IVE Becomes 2nd Girl Group In Hanteo History To Surpass 1 Million 1st-Week Sales With 4 Different Albums
2025 Korean Music Awards Announces This Year’s Nominees
The 22nd annual Korean Music Awards has announced this year’s nominees! In contrast to many other South Korean music awards, which typically use sales figures as a major criterion in determining each year’s winners, the Korean Music Awards focuses on musical achievement as its primary criterion. The Korean Music Awards also places greater importance on… Continue reading 2025 Korean Music Awards Announces This Year’s Nominees
BTS’s Jimin, Stray Kids, ENHYPEN, LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, ATEEZ, And More Claim Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart
Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on February 8! BTS’s Jimin’s solo album “MUSE” spent its fourth week at No. 1 on the World Albums chart, in addition to becoming the first K-pop solo album ever to chart for 28 weeks on the Billboard 200 (where it ranked No. 115… Continue reading BTS’s Jimin, Stray Kids, ENHYPEN, LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, ATEEZ, And More Claim Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart
Watch: IVE Is All About “ATTITUDE” In Satisfyingly Synchronized Dance Practice Video
IVE is back with another “ATTITUDE”-filled dance video! On February 9, IVE released the official dance practice video for “ATTITUDE,” the catchy title track of their new EP “IVE EMPATHY.” The new video offers a full view of the group’s satisfying choreography for the song, including the various cool formations created by the six members… Continue reading Watch: IVE Is All About “ATTITUDE” In Satisfyingly Synchronized Dance Practice Video
Watch: IVE Takes 9th Win And Triple Crown For “REBEL HEART” On “Inkigayo”; Performances By KickFlip, Song Dahye, And More
IVE has snagged a ninth trophy for their hit pre-release single “REBEL HEART”! On the February 9 episode of SBS’s “Inkigayo,” the candidates for first place were BLACKPINK’s Rosé’s “toxic till the end,” IVE’s “REBEL HEART,” and BABYMONSTER’s “DRIP.” IVE ultimately took the win with a total of 7,588 points. This is the third time… Continue reading Watch: IVE Takes 9th Win And Triple Crown For “REBEL HEART” On “Inkigayo”; Performances By KickFlip, Song Dahye, And More
Watch: INFINITE Gets “Dangerous” With Energetic Comeback MV
Updated March 6 KST: INFINITE is back with new music! On March 6 at 6 p.m. KST, the group dropped their new mini album “LIKE INFINITE” along with the music video for the title track. “Dangerous” is a song with a bright disco funk sound and energetic rhythms. The lyric express honest and passionate emotions… Continue reading Watch: INFINITE Gets “Dangerous” With Energetic Comeback MV