NewJeans, TWICE’s Nayeon, BLACKPINK, And Stray Kids Earn Platinum And Gold Certifications For Streaming In Japan

The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2020, the RIAJ implemented a new certification system for online streaming of songs, as an addition to its pre-existing certification systems for physical album shipments and digital download sales. According to the new system, songs are certified silver once… Continue reading NewJeans, TWICE’s Nayeon, BLACKPINK, And Stray Kids Earn Platinum And Gold Certifications For Streaming In Japan

TWICE’s Nayeon Solo Debut Track “POP!” MV Surpasses 200 Million Views

TWICE Nayeon’s music video for her solo debut track has soared past 200 million views! On August 11 at approximately 6:20 p.m. KST, Nayeon’s music video for her song “POP!” surpassed 200 million views on YouTube. This is about one year, one month, 18 days, and 5 hours since its release on June 24, 2022,… Continue reading TWICE’s Nayeon Solo Debut Track “POP!” MV Surpasses 200 Million Views

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 1,590 idols, using big data collected from May 22 to June 22. BTS’s Jimin held onto his spot at the top… Continue reading Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

10 K-Pop Songs That Use Onomatopoeia In Their Lyrics

Onomatopoeia is a fun linguistic device that uses words or syllables to mimic sounds – think “crackle” for a warm fireplace or “zoom” for a car or plane. There are tons of K-pop songs that use onomatopoeia to create a specific vibe. Here are just a few of them! 1. SEVENTEEN – “Super” From the… Continue reading 10 K-Pop Songs That Use Onomatopoeia In Their Lyrics

June Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 635 girl group members, using big data collected from May 18 to June 18. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo held onto her… Continue reading June Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

May Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 635 girl group members, using big data collected from April 21 to May 21. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo held onto her… Continue reading May Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

Nayeon Dishes On What Changed After TWICE’s Contract Renewal

TWICE’s Nayeon is featured on the May issue of Harper’s Bazaar! On April 17, Harper’s Bazaar released pictorials and interviews featuring three iconic girl group members from different K-pop generations who have special connections with Louis Vuitton. Along with Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon and NewJeans‘s Hyein, TWICE‘s Nayeon graced the cover of Harper’s Bazaar for its… Continue reading Nayeon Dishes On What Changed After TWICE’s Contract Renewal

April Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 635 girl group members, using big data collected from March 16 to April 16. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo topped this month’s… Continue reading April Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

March Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 635 girl group members, using big data collected from February 19 to March 19. NewJeans’ Minji defended her position… Continue reading March Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

GOT7’s BamBam Reveals He Used To Have One-Sided Crush On TWICE’s Nayeon

GOT7’s BamBam got honest about his past crush on TWICE’s Nayeon! On the March 17 episode of his show “BamBam Home,” BamBam hung out with his longtime friend TWICE’s Jihyo, whom he’s known ever since they were 13 years old and trainees at JYP Entertainment together. During the episode, BamBam commented, “A lot of people… Continue reading GOT7’s BamBam Reveals He Used To Have One-Sided Crush On TWICE’s Nayeon

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