A special panel of “judges” has recently revealed their personal predictions for the 2016 idol music scene. On December 6, MBC Music’s “End-of-Year Special Part 2” examined various idol groups’ fortunes for the new year. The panel consisted of a reporter, a producer, a lyricist, and the two MCs. Reporter Lee Hye Rin chose SEVENTEEN.… Continue reading Special Panel Predicts Which Idols Will Rise to the Top in 2016
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HIGHGRND Releases Mysterious Clip Titled “Lip Reading”
Epik High member Tablo‘s agency, HIGHGRND, released a mysterious clip on its official YouTube page on January 6. The short 40-second clip is titled “Lip Reading.” As the title suggests, the actors in the video make no sound although their lips are moving. Sound only appears near the end of the video in the form of melancholy piano chords… Continue reading HIGHGRND Releases Mysterious Clip Titled “Lip Reading”
iKON’s First Full-Length Album Debuts at No. 2 on Billboard’s World Albums Chart
Rookie group iKON is steadily making headway in the international market, as their first full-length album “Welcome Back” debuted at No. 2 on Billboard‘s World Albums Chart! Billboard is one of the most popular music charts in the United States, so the ranking is no small feat for a Korean group, let alone a rookie… Continue reading iKON’s First Full-Length Album Debuts at No. 2 on Billboard’s World Albums Chart
Suzy and Baekhyun’s Collaboration Duet Track Slays Music Charts
The fantastic dream team, miss A’s Suzy and EXO’s Baekhyun, has grabbed everyone’s attention as their collaboration duet track “Dream” dominated the music charts as soon as it was released on various online music sites on January 7 midnight. Being two of the most popular idol stars, their collaboration effort alone has gained much interest and anticipation by… Continue reading Suzy and Baekhyun’s Collaboration Duet Track Slays Music Charts
Look Out Toronto — GOT7 Is Coming!
Hey Toronto K-pop fans! We have some stellar news — GOT7 will be attending Toronto’s K-pop Con the weekend of May 20th! Yes, that means that you’ll be able to see them snap their way through “If You Do” in real life. They are joining VIXX as headlining performers — with the K-pop Con boasting 3… Continue reading Look Out Toronto — GOT7 Is Coming!
EXO’s Baekhyun and miss A’s Suzy Drop Duet Track “Dream”
EXO‘s Baekhyun and miss A‘s Suzy‘s anticipated duet track is finally out! The single was released on January 7 midnight KST along with the music video. “Dream” is a romantic R&B pop track inspired by jazz and neo-soul with sweet lyrics describing the early stages of falling in love. Similar themes are reflected in the charming music video, which shows Baekhyun… Continue reading EXO’s Baekhyun and miss A’s Suzy Drop Duet Track “Dream”
Must Watch Performances From the Year-End Music Festivals
Many of K-pop’s biggest acts came together to close out 2015 with a bang through the year end music festivals. Starting with the SBS Gayo Daejun on December 27, the KBS Gayo Daechukje was three days later on December 30, and finally the MBC’s Gayo Daejejun on December 31 to ring in the new year. In case you… Continue reading Must Watch Performances From the Year-End Music Festivals
iKON’s Solo Concert Sells Out in 10 Minutes
The tickets to rookie group iKON‘s upcoming solo concert have been completely sold out within minutes after going on sale. The first round of ticket sales opened on January 6 at 8 p.m. KST, allowing fans to purchase tickets to the first concert held on January 30. Before the sales opened, “iKON’s concert” was the most searched topic… Continue reading iKON’s Solo Concert Sells Out in 10 Minutes
Korean Police Officers Cover BIGBANG’s “Bang Bang Bang”
What does your stereotypical police officer look like? A scary by-the-books person that you don’t even want to make eye contact with? Someone who stays in the police cruiser and munches on donuts all the time? Well, think again, because after watching this video, you might not look at police officers the same way as you… Continue reading Korean Police Officers Cover BIGBANG’s “Bang Bang Bang”
4Minute Reveals More Comeback Details
It seems that 4Minute will be making a comeback very soon, as it has been reported by insiders that the girl group has done a photo shoot for their new album on January 5. The concept and general outline for their comeback has all been decided as well. The rumor has it that the fierce… Continue reading 4Minute Reveals More Comeback Details