As the weather heats up, there’s lots of K-pop on the way in July, meaning you may be soon finding a new summer jam. Get ready for what’s ahead by checking out the calendar of releases below! Note: This article was published on June 30 and comebacks announced after that will be included in the next calendar coming up… Continue reading July Comebacks And Releases Coming Your Way
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YG Responds To Reports That BIGBANG’s G-Dragon Has Been Discharged From Military Hospital
YG Entertainment has released statements responding to the report that BIGBANG’s G-Dragon was recently discharged from the military hospital. On June 30, it was reported by Osen that G-Dragon was discharged from Yangju Armed Forces Hospital on June 29 and was moved to the Cheorwon army division, where he was positioned after completing his basic training.… Continue reading YG Responds To Reports That BIGBANG’s G-Dragon Has Been Discharged From Military Hospital
Yang Hyun Suk Teases New YG HQ Building And Hints At BIGBANG’s Next Album
On June 29, Yang Hyun Suk revealed photos of the prototype for the new YG Entertainment headquarters building on his personal Instagram. He posted five photos with the captions, “#Prototype_Of_New_YG_HQ_Building #On_Track_For_Completion_July_2019, #Interior_Area_Of_6000_PY, #Took_3_Years_Of_Hard_Thinking_On_Design, and #Recording_For_New_BIGBANG_Album_Will_Take_Place_Here.” Check out the photos below: The building looks modern and sleek in the photos, adding to YG’s image of being… Continue reading Yang Hyun Suk Teases New YG HQ Building And Hints At BIGBANG’s Next Album
Ministry Of National Defense Responds To Dispatch’s Follow-Up Report On G-Dragon’s Hospital Stay
Dispatch has released a new article arguing against YG Entertainment’s statement on G-Dragon’s hospitalization. The news outlet first reported on June 25 that the BIGBANG member is being hospitalized in a VIP room for colonels at a military hospital and is receiving special treatment. The reports were denied by YG Entertainment. In response to YG Entertainment saying… Continue reading Ministry Of National Defense Responds To Dispatch’s Follow-Up Report On G-Dragon’s Hospital Stay
BTS, TWICE, And More Impress On Oricon’s Charts For First Half Of 2018
Oricon has released overall chart results for the first half of the year! On June 25, the Japanese company revealed the sales rankings for singles and albums between December 25, 2017 and June 18, 2018. TWICE is the only foreign artist in the top 10 of the singles chart. The girl group took No. 8… Continue reading BTS, TWICE, And More Impress On Oricon’s Charts For First Half Of 2018
YG Entertainment Clarifies Reports Of G-Dragon Receiving Special Treatment At Military Hospital
YG Entertainment has released a statement on G-Dragon’s reported special treatment at a military hospital. On June 25, Dispatch published a report saying that the BIGBANG member has been on sick leave from the military since June 19 due to ankle problems and will be discharged from the hospital on June 28. The article reported… Continue reading YG Entertainment Clarifies Reports Of G-Dragon Receiving Special Treatment At Military Hospital
Industry Insiders Rank Most Influential People In Korean Music Industry
Who are the most influential people in Korea’s music industry? In honor of their 33rd anniversary, news outlet Sports Seoul surveyed people 35 individuals from different agencies to figure out who are power people in various fields. The industry insiders were asked to rank the top three in each category. Getting voted as No. 1… Continue reading Industry Insiders Rank Most Influential People In Korean Music Industry
Watch: BIGBANG’s Seungri Joins BLACKPINK For Cover Of “DDU-DU DDU-DU”
BIGBANG’s Seungri joined BLACKPINK as their fifth member for an amusing dance cover! On June 22, Seungri posted a video of himself dancing to BLACKPINK’s latest hit “DDU-DU DDU-DU” alongside the group’s members on Instagram. He also wrote, “Produced by: Seungri. Cast: Seungri, BLACKPINK. Location: BLACKPINK House. Filming: YG A&R.” After the YG Entertainment labelmates… Continue reading Watch: BIGBANG’s Seungri Joins BLACKPINK For Cover Of “DDU-DU DDU-DU”
15 Times Idol Rappers Impressed Us With Their Singing Abilities
Rappers are always praised for writing great lyrics and delivering flawless bars, though some people might not be as familiar with their musical talents beyond the rap game. But as a matter of fact, and albeit being an unpopular opinion, some of them can actually sing just as much as they can rap. Behind these artists’ raw… Continue reading 15 Times Idol Rappers Impressed Us With Their Singing Abilities
BTS Guards Top Spot With “Fake Love”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2018, June Week 3
BTS’s “Fake Love” continues to stay on top as the No. 1 song for the third week in a row! The boy group recently celebrated their fifth debut anniversary and has confirmed plans to hold an exhibition. Congratulations again to BTS. Moving up 10 spots to No. 2 is AOA’s latest upbeat, funky pop dance… Continue reading BTS Guards Top Spot With “Fake Love”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2018, June Week 3