Bang Yong Guk is excelling as he ventures into solo work! He released his new single “Hikikomori” on January 20 and the song was met with a positive response from fans all over the world. He’s enjoying a successful start as a solo artist as “Hikikomori” topped the iTunes K-pop charts in 14 countries, including… Continue reading Bang Yong Guk Has Strong Showing On iTunes K-Pop Charts With Solo Release “Hikikomori”
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Watch: Bang Yong Guk Makes Return As Solo Artist With “Hikikomori” MV
Bang Yong Guk has made his return! On January 20 at 6 p.m. KST, he unveiled his first release since his departure from TS Entertainment in August. Bang Yong Guk wrote the lyrics and co-composed “Hikikomori,” which has a jazzy vibe above a minimal trap sound. The lyrics speak of loneliness, confusion, and depression. Following this… Continue reading Watch: Bang Yong Guk Makes Return As Solo Artist With “Hikikomori” MV
More January Comebacks And Debuts To Mark On Your Calendar
2019 started off right with some great new releases, and there’s a lot more to come in January! Find out what comebacks, debuts, and new releases are in store in the second half of the month below. January 15 BTOB’s Minhyuk (HUTA) releases his new solo album “HUTAZONE” on January 15, featuring the title track “YA.” Girl… Continue reading More January Comebacks And Debuts To Mark On Your Calendar
Update: Bang Yong Guk Retreats Off Stage In MV Teaser For “Hikikomori”
Updated January 17 KST: Bang Yong Guk has revealed an MV teaser for “Hikikomori”! Updated January 16 KST: Bang Yong Guk revealed a third teaser photo for his new single! View this post on Instagram A post shared by BANG YONGGUK 방용국 (@bangstergram) Updated January 15 KST: Bang Yong Guk shared a new teaser photo… Continue reading Update: Bang Yong Guk Retreats Off Stage In MV Teaser For “Hikikomori”
Bang Yong Guk Hints At Future Activities With New Logo
It appears that Bang Yong Guk may be gearing up for something new soon. On January 5, the artist uploaded a black-and-white photo of himself and his phone, which reflected a symbol he described as a “new logo.” In a previous handwritten letter to fans, Bang Yong Guk promised to continue to make music. Fans have… Continue reading Bang Yong Guk Hints At Future Activities With New Logo
K-Pop Idols Required To Enlist In The Military In 2019
In May 2018, the military enlistment law in South Korea changed, reducing the maximum age at which mandatory service can be delayed (from 30 to 28). Because of this, male celebrities who were born in the year 1989 had to enlist this year, such as Highlight’s Yoon Doojoon, CNBLUE’s Jung Yong Hwa, and 2AM’s Jo… Continue reading K-Pop Idols Required To Enlist In The Military In 2019
QUIZ: Write A K-Pop Song And We’ll Tell You Which Idol Songwriter You Are
We all love a K-pop bop that appeals to various musical tastes and dominates the charts. Many of these hit songs are the fruits of labor of very talented idols who write their own music, be it for a solo, a collaborative work, or for their groups. Now, I’m sure that it has crossed your minds, at least… Continue reading QUIZ: Write A K-Pop Song And We’ll Tell You Which Idol Songwriter You Are
Bang Yong Guk Writes Heartfelt Letter To Fans About Departure From B.A.P
Three days after the announcement of his departure from B.A.P, Bang Yong Guk has expressed his feelings in a handwritten letter to his fans. Earlier this week, TS Entertainment announced that Bang Yong Guk had decided not to renew his contract with the agency and would therefore be leaving B.A.P. The agency also stated that… Continue reading Bang Yong Guk Writes Heartfelt Letter To Fans About Departure From B.A.P
TS Entertainment Announces Bang Yong Guk’s Decision To Not Renew Contract + Departure From B.A.P
B.A.P’s Bang Yong Guk has decided to not renew his contract with TS Entertainment. On August 23, the agency released an official statement that read, “B.A.P’s Bang Yong Guk, who has been with TS Entertainment since August 12, 2011, recently saw his exclusive contract with us come to an end on August 19, 2018. “We have… Continue reading TS Entertainment Announces Bang Yong Guk’s Decision To Not Renew Contract + Departure From B.A.P
TS Responds To Reports On Bang Yong Guk’s Contract
TS Entertainment has responded to the latest reports on Bang Yong Guk’s contract. On July 27, a source from TS stated, “It is true that Bang Yong Guk has about two months left on his contract. At the moment, we are in discussion regarding a contract renewal. We are in talks for a contract renewal with not just Bang… Continue reading TS Responds To Reports On Bang Yong Guk’s Contract