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TREASURE, a hot first meeting with American fans!! Tour detailed schedule revealed!

The K-POP group TREASURE has announced their U.S. tour schedule. They will hold one concert each in New York, Washington DC, Oakland, and LA, and have hinted at their full-scale activities in 2025 through the release of a new mini album and a fan concert. Through this tour, TREASURE will have their first meeting with American fans, raising expectations for their future global activities. Ticket sales for the tour will begin on the 7th, and TREASURE plans to hold a total of 17 concerts in 9 cities including Seoul, the U.S., and Japan starting this year.
BTS’s Jin enters the UK Official Chart with the OST “Close to You” from “Ask the Stars”!
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BTS’s Jin enters the UK Official Chart with the OST “Close to You” from “Ask the Stars”!

BTS's Jin has entered the UK Official Chart with his OST 'Close to You' for the tvN drama 'Ask the Stars'. In addition, the members' solo works have also achieved high rankings on global music charts, further proving BTS's popularity. Jin's song stood out even more with his sweet voice and atmospheric instrumentals, showcasing the global growth of Hallyu music as an important indicator of success.
TWS has been selected as the ‘K-Pop Rookie of the Month’ by Billboard in the U.S.! “The group that garnered the highest popularity last year”
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TWS has been selected as the ‘K-Pop Rookie of the Month’ by Billboard in the U.S.! “The group that garnered the highest popularity last year”

The U.S. music publication Billboard has selected the rising Korean group TWS (Tours) as the 'K-Pop Rookie of the Month' for January 2025. TWS achieved high success last year by topping the Melon annual chart, and Billboard named them as the 'K-Pop group with the highest popularity last year.' Their music emphasizes emotional resonance and is based on the future bass genre, garnering expectations for their future music. TWS is gearing up for a fan meeting and is also receiving high attention domestically.
Jungkook’s song ‘Seven’ ranks on the U.S. Billboard ‘Global (excluding U.S.)’ chart for 80 weeks… Setting the longest record for a K-pop solo artist!
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Jungkook’s song ‘Seven’ ranks on the U.S. Billboard ‘Global (excluding U.S.)’ chart for 80 weeks… Setting the longest record for a K-pop solo artist!

BTS member Jungkook set a record among K-pop solo artists by ranking on the U.S. Billboard 'Global (excluding U.S.)' chart for 80 weeks with his solo single 'Seven'. In addition, his fellow members Jimin, Jin, and V also received praise on the Billboard charts for their respective solo activities. Furthermore, BTS's anthology album 'Proof' also reached 6th place on the 'World Albums' chart, continuing their active promotions.
Seventeen’s Jeonghan tops music charts with new song ‘Better Half (feat. Omoinotake)’
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Seventeen’s Jeonghan tops music charts with new song ‘Better Half (feat. Omoinotake)’

Seventeen member Jeonghan's solo song 'Better Half (feat. Omoinotake)' has topped the music charts. This song has received high praise by ranking high on both domestic and international music charts. Through this song, Jeonghan delivered a sweet and melodious song filled with sincerity to fans, gaining attention in the global music market. Additionally, this new song featured the Japanese piano trio band Omoinotake, providing even richer musical enjoyment. Seventeen is currently carrying out the 'SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN ASIA' and continues to engage in active promotions, with Jeonghan's solo activities also receiving great attention.
Kyuhyun receives explosive response at ‘COLORS’ Taipei concert.
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Kyuhyun receives explosive response at ‘COLORS’ Taipei concert.

Singer Kyuhyun has proven his formidable global influence by announcing an additional show for his Taipei concert, showcasing his solo debut 10th-anniversary Asia tour 'KYUHYUN 10th Anniversary Asia Tour 'COLORS' in TAIPEI' through his agency Antenna's official SNS on the 16th. Originally scheduled for just one day on February 22nd in Taipei, 'COLORS' has decided to add an extra show due to the explosive support from local fans. As a result, Kyuhyun will now hold a total of two shows in Taipei on the 22nd and 23rd of next month. 'COLORS' is an Asia tour named after his regular album released in November last year, and Kyuhyun is interacting with global fans through a diverse setlist that encapsulates the footprints of his 10-year solo debut. Having successfully concluded shows in Seoul and...
“CJ ENM’s K-POP localization strategy pays off” Following JO1 and INI, even a girl group successfully debuts.
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“CJ ENM’s K-POP localization strategy pays off” Following JO1 and INI, even a girl group successfully debuts.

CJ ENM's Japanese label 'LaPhone Entertainment' has succeeded with idol groups, leading to the success of K-POP's localization strategy. The boy group 'INI' achieved million-seller status with a single album in 2024, becoming one of only two boy groups in Japan to do so. Also, 'JO1' shined by receiving the Excellence Award at the end-of-year Japan Record Awards, given to only 10 popular songs, with their song 'Love seeker.' CJ ENM's girl groups also made significant achievements, with the 11-member girl group 'ME:I' winning the Rookie Award at the 'Japan Record Awards,' and the 4-member girl group 'IS:SUE' topping the Oricon weekly singles chart with their debut song. CJ ENM evaluates this success as the result of the Music Creative eco-System (MCS) and has expressed its commitment to furt...
GOT7 to make a full group comeback with Kakao Entertainment on January 20th.
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GOT7 to make a full group comeback with Kakao Entertainment on January 20th.

GOT7 will make a full group comeback on January 20th. Teaming up with Kakao Entertainment, they are returning to full group activities after about 3 years. To commemorate their 11th debut anniversary, they will unveil a systematic and high-quality content in their new mini album 'WINTER HEPTAGON,' in which all members participated. GOT7 has received global acclaim for showcasing various music genres from hip-hop to R&B, and with this album, they aim to delve deeper into their musical colors and team identity. Fans are eagerly anticipating GOT7's activities as a full group after a long wait.
Group Billlie to release 2025 season’s greetings.
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Group Billlie to release 2025 season’s greetings.

The Hallyu group Billlie has released their 2025 season's greetings. This season's greetings is composed of special items that reflect the concept of office workers, and it also includes news of the successful progress of their global world tour, showcasing the diverse appearances of the members. Billlie is currently conducting a successful world tour, visiting 14 cities in North and South America, and they are planning to hold additional performances in Asia and Oceania in February next year.
Baek Jiyoung X Musiq, today (22nd) released ‘I Wanted to Become a Star’.
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Baek Jiyoung X Musiq, today (22nd) released ‘I Wanted to Become a Star’.

Singers Baek Ji-young and Mujiga released a blockbuster duet song titled 'Wanted to Be a Star'. Baek Ji-young and Mujiga officially announced the duet song by revealing concept photos on the 14th, raising the expectations of music fans. They captured attention by showcasing emotional harmonies in the music video teaser released yesterday (21st). Moreover, this single, featuring the arrangement by Melomance member Jung Dong-hwan and a 14-member orchestra, creates a dramatic mood, enhanced by the addition of Baek Ji-young and Mujiga's vocals, resulting in a high-quality ballad. 'Wanted to Be a Star' is gathering attention as a collaboration between Baek Ji-young and Mujiga, known for their diverse musical styles.