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‘1st Debut Anniversary’ from AILEE, first fan concert ‘GLITTER DAY’ to be held simultaneously in Korea and Japan.
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‘1st Debut Anniversary’ from AILEE, first fan concert ‘GLITTER DAY’ to be held simultaneously in Korea and Japan.

To celebrate their 1st debut anniversary, ILLIT is holding their first fan concert '2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY' in Korea and Japan. According to their agency, B-LIFELAB, ILLIT will hold '2025 ILLIT GLITTER DAY IN SEOUL' (hereinafter 'GLITTER DAY') at the Olympic Hall in Olympic Park, Songpa-gu, Seoul on June 7-8 for two days, creating special memories with fans. Additionally, they will meet local fans in two cities in Japan four times. The performances will take place at the PIA Arena MM in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture on August 10-11, and at Osaka Castle Hall in Osaka on September 3-4. ILLIT is preparing a lot to repay the love of their fans, and the 'GLITTER DAY' poster released on the global superfan platform Weverse catches attention as ILLIT transforms into a cute poly-pocket doll. ...
BTS’s ‘Black Swan’ surpasses 500 million streams on Spotify!
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BTS’s ‘Black Swan’ surpasses 500 million streams on Spotify!

BTS has added another significant record on the world's largest music streaming platform, Spotify. According to Big Hit Music on the 26th, BTS's fourth full-length album 'MAP OF THE SOUL: 7' track 'Black Swan' has surpassed 500 million cumulative streams on Spotify (as of March 25th). 'Black Swan' is a dreamy track that combines trap drum beats, poignant lo-fi guitar melodies, and a catchy hook, with BTS's introspective message about the meaning of music reflected in the lyrics. Prior to the release of their fourth full-length album, 'Black Swan' was pre-released in January 2020 and gained significant popularity by entering the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart (57th place) and the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100 (46th place). Additionally, it has consistently received love, even receiving a ...
Rookie girl group ifeye has revealed the tracklist for their debut album ‘ERLU BLUE’.
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Rookie girl group ifeye has revealed the tracklist for their debut album ‘ERLU BLUE’.

Rookie girl group ifeye has kicked off their official debut countdown by unveiling the tracklist of their debut album 'ERLU BLUE.' Their agency, High Hat Entertainment, revealed the tracklist image of the first EP 'ERLU BLUE' on ifeye's official SNS channel on the 28th. The tracklist, designed to resemble an invitation sent to fans, signifies their intention to be with fans from their debut moment. The debut title track has been confirmed as 'NERDY.' 'NERDY' is an easy-listening pop genre song that depicts the feelings of a girl who is inexperienced and eager to convey her sincerity, expressing shy emotions honestly. In addition to this, the album includes a total of four songs, including the alternative pop track 'IRL,' which conveys the earnest desire for dreams to come true, the hip-hop...
Kim Taeyeon to release her first full-length album ‘Spark’ on April 9th.
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Kim Taeyeon to release her first full-length album ‘Spark’ on April 9th.

Kim Taeyeon announced that she will release her first full-length album 'Feel' through TAEYON Entertainment on April 9th at noon. Taeyeon, who honed her skills in pansori since childhood, returns with even deeper expression and energy. She devoted herself to the album production process, from design to concept, and will showcase a total of 11 songs including double title tracks 'Encore' and 'Time Spent Walking Through Memories'. Taeyeon identified 'Start', 'Fighting', and 'Addiction' as the representative keywords for this album. In addition, she will present not only her existing pure and lovely image but also a bold and mature look in the concept photos this time. Taeyeon, who left a strong impression through TV Chosun's 'Miss Trot 2' in 2021, captivated the hearts of the public with her...
Urban Zakapa’s Jo Hyun Ah to release new single ‘Softly’
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Urban Zakapa’s Jo Hyun Ah to release new single ‘Softly’

Urban Zakapa's member Jo Hyun Ah will release a single album titled 'Softly' at 6 p.m. on the 26th. This new release by Jo Hyun Ah showcases a different musical world from Urban Zakapa's music, evoking memories of love and happy times. Jo Hyun Ah has been showcasing her wit and chemistry with guests through her new show 'Jo Hyun Ah's Ordinary Thursday Night,' and 'Softly' is a piece created with those she loves, expressing a hope to bring spring. This album will be available on various music streaming sites.
Teen Top’s Niel to make solo comeback after 1 year and 3 months… New album to be released on April 22nd.
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Teen Top’s Niel to make solo comeback after 1 year and 3 months… New album to be released on April 22nd.

Teen Top's member Niel has confirmed his solo comeback after 1 year and 3 months. Their agency, EL&D Entertainment, announced that Niel's new album will be released on April 22nd. This comeback comes 1 year and 3 months after the release of his third solo single album 'PARTING EMOTION' in January 2024, making it the first album to be released since the establishment of EL&D Entertainment. Niel recently established EL&D Entertainment and embarked on a solo career. Starting with this new release, he plans to engage in active activities both domestically and internationally, including musicals. Additionally, Niel has confirmed his appearance in the musical '6 PM Off Work,' a live band musical that depicts the realistic concerns and hopes of office workers. Niel will play the role ...
NCT’s Mark reveals special lineup for his first solo album ‘The Firstfruit’.
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NCT’s Mark reveals special lineup for his first solo album ‘The Firstfruit’.

NCT member Mark, under SM Entertainment, is set to release his first solo album. His debut solo album, 'The Firstfruit,' is scheduled to be released on April 7th, and this album features a diverse lineup of contributors ranging from Mark's mother to NCT's Haechan, Code Kunst, Crush, and Lee Youngji, enhancing the completeness of the album. With the participation of Code Kunst, Crush, NCT's Haechan, and Lee Youngji in the album's tracks, a solid lineup that adds strength to Mark's sincere story is expected to create a well-made album. Furthermore, today (27th) at midnight, a highlight medley titled 'The Firstfruit Air: 13 Travel Guidelines' was released on YouTube NCT channel and other platforms, allowing fans to get a preview of all 13 songs, including the title track '1999,' from the albu...
AESPA has released an English version of “Wishlist”… Their first stage will be at the Billboard ‘Women in Music’ event.
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AESPA has released an English version of “Wishlist”… Their first stage will be at the Billboard ‘Women in Music’ event.

AESPA has released the English version of the title track "Wishlist" from their 5th mini album. The English version will be unveiled for the first time at the 'Billboard Women in Music 2025' event in Los Angeles, USA. AESPA is expecting a hot response from global music fans with this English version. The single also includes a remix version of "Wishlist" by the world-renowned DJ and producer Steve Aoki, allowing fans to enjoy the members' unique vocals in a different style. "Wishlist" is a dance track characterized by powerful and high-speed bass and house beats, encapsulating AESPA's charm. Upon its release, "Wishlist" debuted at 53rd on the world's largest music platform Spotify, marking the highest entry rank among K-pop girl group songs released in 2024. The English version is also exp...
BTS’s J-Hope to release ‘MONA LISA’ remix album on March 25th!
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BTS’s J-Hope to release ‘MONA LISA’ remix album on March 25th!

BTS member J-Hope will release a remix album titled 'MONA LISA' on March 25th. The new remix album consists of three tracks, including the original song, a Band Remix, and an Afropop Remix. The Band Remix adds powerful drums and electric guitar playing to the original song, creating a vibrant feel, while J-Hope's unique charm and sophistication shine in the Afropop Remix. 'MONA LISA' has already topped music charts both domestically and internationally, and J-Hope is showcasing his skills as a performer through dance videos.
TXT’s Beomgyu to release his first solo mixtape ‘Panic’ on the 27th.
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TXT’s Beomgyu to release his first solo mixtape ‘Panic’ on the 27th.

Member Beomgyu of TOMORROW X TOGETHER (hereinafter TXT) will release his first solo mixtape 'Panic' on the 27th at 6 p.m. 'Panic' is a self-composed song that captures Beomgyu's musical color and story, based on a rock band sound. On the 24th at midnight, Beomgyu unveiled a digital cover image on the global superfan platform Weverse, hinting at the sentimental atmosphere of 'Panic.' The illustration of a dandelion freely fluttering evokes warm emotions. Beomgyu shared his feelings about releasing a solo song by posting a handwritten message on Weverse on the 23rd. He expressed, "I feel like many people have lost their way, living day by day with a sense of suffocation as if walking through a long tunnel. There were days when such darkness clouded over me, and I endured those times by liste...