VIXX is finally back after tantalizing fans with mysterious teasers for their latest release, “Chained Up,” the title song for their second studio album of the same name. The second studio album has a total of 12 tracks, with 10 being new songs and two coming from previous singles. Member Ravi participated in writing the lyrics… Continue reading VIXX Is “Chained Up” and a Slave to Your Love, Tops Charts With Latest Release
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[Update: Video Restored] Girls’ Generations’ “Gee” Music Video Has Been Removed from YouTube
Update: The music video has returned! (YouTube Link) — Just as it was about to hit 150 million views, Girls’ Generations‘ music video for “Gee” has been removed by YouTube due to a copyright claim. While the hasn’t been a clear reason for the copyright notice and video removal, many are speculating that it is… Continue reading [Update: Video Restored] Girls’ Generations’ “Gee” Music Video Has Been Removed from YouTube
Looking Back: The Best of Super Junior’s Non-Title Tracks
On November 6th, 2015 legendary boy band Super Junior celebrated their 10th anniversary. Although there are now many K-pop groups popular around the globe, Super Junior has been one of the most influential groups in the industry. From their debut song to their most recent release, the talented group has cranked out one hit after another.… Continue reading Looking Back: The Best of Super Junior’s Non-Title Tracks
April Member Somin Leaves Group
DSP Media announced today that Somin, leader of their new girl group April, will be leaving the group. DSP Media stated “April will regrouped as five-member team. Somin is leaving the group today and having a fresh start.” It explained, “Somin has been wondering about her path these days and we talked about it a lot… Continue reading April Member Somin Leaves Group
Girls’ Generation’s Sunny Will Be Leaving “Sunny’s FM Date”
Sunny of Girls’ Generation will be leaving “Sunny’s FM Date” soon. According to insiders, it was revealed on November 9 that she is discussing how to leave the show with the various production staff at MBC. While Sunny is still attached to the show, and she loves being a radio DJ, there are a lot… Continue reading Girls’ Generation’s Sunny Will Be Leaving “Sunny’s FM Date”
EXO Gets You Hyped for “Star Wars” With “Lightsaber”
Update November 11 KST: The collaboration project video for “Lightsaber” is out! Check it out below. Original: EXO has dropped the first teaser for their exciting collaboration with “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”! As previously announced, EXO is set to drop a single entitled “Lightsaber” and a special film to promote the film ahead of its release in… Continue reading EXO Gets You Hyped for “Star Wars” With “Lightsaber”
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 1
Taeyeon’s “I” repeats again as our No. 1 song this week, rebounding from last week to put up another near perfect score. This song kept piling up music show wins, scoring another double win last week on Music Bank and M!Countdown. It also tops our Soompi Airplay. Taeyeon’s second title song “U R” also reappears… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – November Week 1
Singers and Writers Have Mixed Opinions on IU’s “Zeze” Controversy
Even after IU apologized for the controversy surrounding the lyrics in her song “Zeze,” critics and supporters continue to debate about the interpretation of her lyrics. Writer Soh Jae Won wrote on his personal Twitter, “Even in art we respect taboos. If someone dragged my pure work of art across a boundary line and used… Continue reading Singers and Writers Have Mixed Opinions on IU’s “Zeze” Controversy
IU Wins “Inkigayo” for Second Consecutive Week, Comeback Performances by f(x) and Brown Eyed Girls
Congratulations to IU, who took No. 1 on “Inkigayo” for two weeks running with “Twenty-Three,” despite no physical appearances on the show. This week, IU took the win over formidable SM artists f(x), who took No. 2 on the show, and Taeyeon, who did not perform. Performers for this week’s “Inkigayo” include BTOB, TWICE, December, MONSTA X, N.Flying,… Continue reading IU Wins “Inkigayo” for Second Consecutive Week, Comeback Performances by f(x) and Brown Eyed Girls
EXO Tops Oricon Chart Within 5 Days of Releasing Debut Japanese Single
Idol group EXO has proven once again their continuing popularity, climbing to No. 1 on the Oricon Singles chart within a few days of releasing their debut single in Japan. According to Oricon Style, “Love Me Right ~romantic universe~” reached No. 1 on the Daily Singles Chart on November 8. On the day of its… Continue reading EXO Tops Oricon Chart Within 5 Days of Releasing Debut Japanese Single