K-Pop Artists Claim 30 Spots On Billboard Japan’s 2024 Year-End Hot Albums Chart

K-pop enjoyed another impressive year on the Japanese music charts! This week, Billboard Japan published its annual year-end charts for 2024, and K-pop artists made a strong showing on this year’s Hot Albums Chart. SEVENTEEN claimed two of this year’s top five spots—and both with Korean albums. The group’s best-of compilation album “17 IS RIGHT… Continue reading K-Pop Artists Claim 30 Spots On Billboard Japan’s 2024 Year-End Hot Albums Chart

December Girl Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for girl groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community indexes of various girl groups, using big data collected from November 8 to December 8. BLACKPINK continued their reign at the top of the… Continue reading December Girl Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

7 Winter-Themed K-Pop MVs To Cheer You Up During The Chilly Season

Winter is almost here (or already in full force for some), and the dreary weather might be getting you down. Not to worry! These winter-themed K-pop music videos will make the season fun again and get you back into the magic of the snow and the coming holidays. It’s never too early to celebrate! 1.… Continue reading 7 Winter-Themed K-Pop MVs To Cheer You Up During The Chilly Season

Watch: WayV Takes 3rd Win For “FREQUENCY” On “Music Bank”; Performances By TWICE, CRAVITY, And More

WayV has won a third music show trophy for their new title track “FREQUENCY”! On the December 6 episode of KBS 2TV’s “Music Bank,” the candidates for first place were WayV’s “FREQUENCY” and TWS’s “Last Festival.” WayV ultimately took the win with a total of 6,354 points. Congratulations to WayV! Watch their win, encore, and… Continue reading Watch: WayV Takes 3rd Win For “FREQUENCY” On “Music Bank”; Performances By TWICE, CRAVITY, And More

9 Solo Releases From K-Pop Idols This Year That We Still Can’t Stop Listening To

2024 is almost over, and it’s been a great year for K-pop! We’ve had a ton of memorable releases this year from both boy groups and girl groups, but it’s time to highlight an underrated category—solo acts! Whether full-fledged soloists or members of groups that have taken off with their solo careers, here are some… Continue reading 9 Solo Releases From K-Pop Idols This Year That We Still Can’t Stop Listening To

TWICE To Guest On “IU’s Palette”

TWICE is set to appear on IU’s YouTube talk show! On December 2, TenAsia reported that TWICE has recently completed filming for IU’s popular YouTube series “IU’s Palette.” Following the report, representatives confirmed the news, sharing that while the episode has been filmed, its release date is yet to be decided. “IU’s Palette” is a talk show… Continue reading TWICE To Guest On “IU’s Palette”

39th Golden Disc Awards Announces Nominees

Nominees have been announced for the 39th Golden Disc Awards! On December 2 at 12 p.m. KST, the organizing committee for the 39th Golden Disc Awards announced the nominees for the Digital Song Division, Album Division, and Rookie Artist of the Year. Songs and albums that were released between early November 2023 through early November… Continue reading 39th Golden Disc Awards Announces Nominees

Watch: TWICE’s Tzuyu, Dahyun, And Jihyo Dress Up As “Boys Over Flowers” In “Amazing Saturday” Preview

TWICE’s Tzuyu, Dahyun, and Jihyo are coming to tvN’s “Amazing Saturday”! The popular variety show has aired a sneak peek of next week’s episode, which will feature the three TWICE members as guests. In the preview, the idols explain that the theme of their costumes is the famous drama “Boys Over Flowers.” After Jihyo introduces… Continue reading Watch: TWICE’s Tzuyu, Dahyun, And Jihyo Dress Up As “Boys Over Flowers” In “Amazing Saturday” Preview

November Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has published its brand reputation rankings for all stars during the month of November! The rankings were determined through an analysis of various stars’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from September 30 to October 30. BLACKPINK topped this month’s list with a… Continue reading November Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

November Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for all idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various idol groups, using big data collected from October 21 to November 21. BLACKPINK shot to the top of this… Continue reading November Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced