[Soompi 2011] Most Noticeable Trends of the Year

With 2011 winding down, Soompi took a look back at the year and compiled a list of some of the major trends we’ve seen in the K-Pop industry. From K-Pop concerts popping up all over the world to celebrities openly dating, we’ve identified 7 trends that had a significant impact on the business. Here’s our list:

2011 MAMA Awards

MAMA is on everyone’s mind! The 2011 MAMA Awards ceremony was held in the Singapore Indoor Stadium on November 29. K-Pop and America’s music royalty walked the red carpet and hit the stage

Black Eyed Peas’ Will.I.Am and Apl.de.Ap to Attend the 2011 MAMA

With just a week more until the 2011 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA), the already star-studded guest list gets even more A-list names. Reports are recently out that internationally renowned hip-hop and R&B group Black Eyed Peas’ Will.I.Am and Apl.de.Ap are set to appear at the show.

K-Pop Groups Debuting in the US: Will K-Pop Lose Its Essence?

American market can be harsh for artists that offer something different. So what if K-Pop groups start debuting in the US? Will anything change? Will they lose what makes them so special to K-Pop fans? Is it really a good idea?…

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