One cannot simply mention K-pop without addressing its magnificent concepts. Aside from veteran themes that have been in the spotlight since the very first generation, more authentic ideas are added to the list year after year as they beautifully encapsulate the core of our favorite MVs. What makes these concepts even more popular is the fact that many K-pop… Continue reading 8 Popular K-Pop Concepts From 2018 That Are Unforgettable
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Watch: BTS, MAMAMOO, MONSTA X, And Lovelyz React To Their “M Countdown” Debut Performances And Share Stories
As part of the show’s 600th episode, Mnet’s “M Countdown” invited idols to look back on their debut performances! BTS, MAMAMOO, MONSTA X, and Lovelyz took part in the special segment on the January 3 episode. BTS made their debut on “M Countdown” with their performances of “No More Dream” and “We Are Bulletproof Pt.… Continue reading Watch: BTS, MAMAMOO, MONSTA X, And Lovelyz React To Their “M Countdown” Debut Performances And Share Stories
QUIZ: Which Song Best Describes Your 2018? (Female Artists Edition)
We’ve rung in the new year! And while we’re gearing up for what will hopefully be a great 2019, it’s also important to take stock of how our 2018 went, so we can make changes for the better. Or, this is just an excuse to look back at some of the kick-ass songs female solo… Continue reading QUIZ: Which Song Best Describes Your 2018? (Female Artists Edition)
MAMAMOO’s Moonbyul Launches Her Own Instagram Account
MAMAMOO’s Moonbyul has joined Instagram to share her creative projects! On January 2, the group’s fan cafe shared a link to Moonbyul’s new Instagram, which she’s opened to showcase her “Moon PD” videos. In her Instagram bio, she calls herself MOONBYULE. As the caption to her first video, Moonbyul wrote: Hello. This is MAMAMOO’s Moonbyul!… Continue reading MAMAMOO’s Moonbyul Launches Her Own Instagram Account
SBS Shares Stories Behind Performances By MAMAMOO’s Hwasa, EXO’s Kai, And iKON’s B.I At 2018 SBS Gayo Daejeon
On the January 1 broadcast of SBS’s “Night of Real Entertainment,” SBS shared some behind-the-scenes stories about various performances from SBS Gayo Daejeon. SBS first spoke to MAMAMOO’s costume director, Kim Bo Na, who talked about where they got the idea for Hwasa’s lingerie look for the group’s performance at SBS Gayo Daejeon. Kim Bo… Continue reading SBS Shares Stories Behind Performances By MAMAMOO’s Hwasa, EXO’s Kai, And iKON’s B.I At 2018 SBS Gayo Daejeon
Idols Born In The Year Of The Pig Talk About 2018 And Their Dreams + Share New Year’s Messages
2019 is the year of the golden pig! This is special as gold is a symbol of wealth and the pig is a symbol of luck. With these two lucky symbols combined, many people are hoping that their hopes and dreams come true in 2019. The media outlet Sports Chosun spoke to many K-pop stars born in the year… Continue reading Idols Born In The Year Of The Pig Talk About 2018 And Their Dreams + Share New Year’s Messages
Performances From 2018 MBC Gayo Daejejun
Some of K-pop’s hottest artists rang in the New Year together at the 2018 MBC Gayo Daejejun! The event began on the evening of December 31 and featured the hosts, performers, and their fans counting down to the New Year together. It was hosted by SHINee’s Minho, Girls’ Generation’s YoonA, ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo, and Noh Hong Chul. Performers included Apink, BTOB, BTS,… Continue reading Performances From 2018 MBC Gayo Daejejun
K-Pop Idols Born In The Year Of The Pig
2019—the Year of the Golden Pig—is finally here! The Year of the Golden Pig is particularly noteworthy because it only comes around once every 60 years, but it will be especially meaningful for those who were born in the year of the pig themselves. Here are 63 of the many K-pop idols who were born… Continue reading K-Pop Idols Born In The Year Of The Pig
December Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual idols! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 100 idols, using big data collected from November 28 to December 29. BTS’s Jimin topped this month’s list with a brand… Continue reading December Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
Winners Of 2018 MBC Entertainment Awards; Lee Young Ja Becomes 1st Woman To Win 2 Daesangs
The 2018 MBC Entertainment Awards was definitely a night to remember! On December 29, MBC held its annual year-end celebration of the network’s greatest achievements in variety programming and entertainment. Lee Young Ja, who became the first woman ever to win a Daesang (grand prize) at the KBS Entertainment Awards last week, made history once… Continue reading Winners Of 2018 MBC Entertainment Awards; Lee Young Ja Becomes 1st Woman To Win 2 Daesangs