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(G)I-DLE has successfully completed their activities for their 8th mini album ‘We are’ and is accelerating their global leap.

2Jun

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(G)I-DLE has successfully completed their activities for their 8th mini album ‘We are’ and is accelerating their global leap.

The group IDLE successfully wrapped up their activities with the mini 8th album 'We are,' marking a new turning point. This comeback after 10 months was highly anticipated due to IDLE's unique energy, musical growth, and the symbolism of being their first album since re-signing with Cube Entertainment. Released on May 19, the mini 8th album 'We are' is the first full-group album presented after re-signing with Cube Entertainment, marking the beginning of the team's second chapter. The album quickly topped the daily and weekly charts on the Chinese KuGou Music Digital Album Chart, gaining momentum in the international market. With over 1.06 million copies sold in the first week, IDLE achieved their fourth consecutive million-seller title, setting a record for the highest first-week sales am...

The moment of Weverse created by Le Célebre as the beginning of a hot summer.

2Jun

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The moment of Weverse created by Le Célebre as the beginning of a hot summer.

On June 1st, at the '2025 WeverseCon Festival' stage held at Incheon Inspire Entertainment Resort, LE SSERAFIM went on stage with a sensuous and intense energy that went beyond a simple performance, kicking off a special summer with the audience. LE SSERAFIM (Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Heo Yoonjin, Kazuha, Hong Eunchae) opened the performance with the songs 'Chasing Lightning' and the title track 'CRAZY' from their mini 4th album on the WeConFe stage. They also didn't forget to introduce their upcoming Japanese single 4th album 'DIFFERENT', scheduled to be released on June 24th. During the performance, LE SSERAFIM announced the start of their summer activities by saying, "When it's summer, it's LE SSERAFIM. We will make this summer hot as well." This stage was a moment that reaffirmed LE SSERAFI...

Key, a stage that captivated Taiwan… Harmony of rookie-like boldness and Gen Z sensibility.

1Jun

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Key, a stage that captivated Taiwan… Harmony of rookie-like boldness and Gen Z sensibility.

Rising girl group Kiki showcased an unexpected presence at '2025 ALL LOUD KT POP,' captivating music fans in Taiwan. At the concert held at the Kaohsiung National Stadium on the 31st, Kiki drew attention with outstanding skills and stylish performances. Their debut song 'I DO ME' highlighted the members' vocal personalities amidst a refreshing atmosphere and grand melody, while their free-spirited performance conveyed a healing sensation as if bringing nature onto the stage. In 'BTG,' they delivered Kiki's unique Zenji sentiment with powerful rap and intense choreography, changing the mood dramatically. Additionally, their cover stage of 2NE1's hit song 'I Don’t Care' was a moment that succinctly showcased Kiki's capabilities, and the 'GROUNDWORK' stage highlighted the group's artistic sen...

Wonho makes a splendid comeback with a pre-release track in June… Also planning a South American tour in July.

31May

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Wonho makes a splendid comeback with a pre-release track in June… Also planning a South American tour in July.

Singer Wonho will make a comeback in June with a new song that marks the beginning of his first full-length album. This pre-release track holds an important position as it gives a glimpse into the direction and emotions of his first studio album. Wonho plans to engage closely with fans through active promotions, including music show appearances. With a musical color that has become even more solid through his previous work, fans are eagerly anticipating the new aspects that this song will reveal. Wonho has captured global fans with a more mature and solid musical world, and starting from July, he will meet fans in Chile, Brazil, Mexico, and other countries through the South American tour "STAY AWAKE" held in a total of four cities.

Boy Next Door, who starred in ‘Career High,’ the 6 youths who caught the attention of Billboard with their sprint.

29May

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Boy Next Door, who starred in ‘Career High,’ the 6 youths who caught the attention of Billboard with their sprint.

Boy Next Door is clearly drawing the trajectory of global growth by making its name on the U.S. Billboard main chart, 'Billboard 200,' as the fourth in just one year since its debut. According to the latest chart released by Billboard on May 31st, local time in the U.S., Boy Next Door's mini 4th album 'No Genre' entered the 'Billboard 200' at 62nd place. This marks their fourth consecutive chart entry following their previous works, a rare achievement for a rookie group. 'No Genre' is an album that encapsulates the complex emotions of youth and their identity, advocating for 'freedom from being confined to a genre.' Their authenticity is further evidenced by their detailed chart performance, ranking 2nd in 'World Albums,' 3rd in 'Top Album Sales,' and taking the 1st spot in 'Emerging Artis...

BLACKPINK adds more dates to their Asia tour… ‘DEADLINE’ world tour officially kicks off.

27May

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BLACKPINK adds more dates to their Asia tour… ‘DEADLINE’ world tour officially kicks off.

BLACKPINK is stepping up their global activities by adding an Asian leg to their large-scale world tour. Their agency, YG Entertainment, announced on the 27th that the girl group BLACKPINK will be holding Asian region concerts for 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR '. This news comes at a time just before the release of their new song after approximately 2 years and 8 months, heightening fans' anticipation even more. The Asian tour will kick off in Kaohsiung, Taiwan on October 18th, and will continue to Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, Hong Kong, totaling 6 cities. BLACKPINK had previously hinted at performances in global cities including Goyang in Korea, Los Angeles, New York, Paris, London, Tokyo, and with this additional schedule, they have completed a large-scale tour of 16 cities and 31 perfor...

(G)I-DLE has surpassed 1 million copies in first week sales with their new album ‘We are,’ achieving the highest record for a K-pop girl group.

27May

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(G)I-DLE has surpassed 1 million copies in first week sales with their new album ‘We are,’ achieving the highest record for a K-pop girl group.

The girl group (G)I-DLE has achieved 4 consecutive million seller records by surpassing 1 million copies in first week sales with their new album 'We are.' This marks the highest first week sales record among K-pop girl groups this year, showcasing the global influence (G)I-DLE has built in numerical terms. This album is their first work since re-signing with Cube Entertainment at the end of last year. 'We are' continues the 'I' series that (G)I-DLE has been pursuing since their debut, while also portraying a new narrative of the team expanding from individuals to 'us.' The success of the new album extends beyond Korea to overseas markets. It topped the daily and weekly digital album charts on China's QQ Music, and also reached 8th place on the global iTunes album chart. The music video fo...

ITZY has released concept photos for ‘Girls Will Be Girls’… Teasing their comeback with a movie-like production.

27May

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ITZY has released concept photos for ‘Girls Will Be Girls’… Teasing their comeback with a movie-like production.

ITZY has unveiled the concept photos for their new mini album 'Girls Will Be Girls,' signaling the start of their first comeback in 2025. Their agency, JYP Entertainment, released 24 teaser images showcasing each member's individuality and concept through their official channel at midnight on the 27th. The album, set to be released on June 9th, will contain a total of 5 songs including the title track of the same name, garnering anticipation from fans and the public alike. In the revealed images, ITZY has presented a mysterious and narrative atmosphere. The concept photos are composed like scenes from a short film, utilizing different spaces and lighting to visually imply the emotions and stories encapsulated in the album. The members have showcased strong concept execution individually, d...

G-Dragon successfully wraps up his concert at Osaka Kyocera Dome in Japan… 80,000 fans in excitement.

27May

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G-Dragon successfully wraps up his concert at Osaka Kyocera Dome in Japan… 80,000 fans in excitement.

Singer G-Dragon successfully wrapped up his world tour concert at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. As part of the '2025 G-DRAGON WORLD TOUR [Übermensch],' he took the stage in Osaka for two days on the 25th and 26th, with all approximately 80,000 seats sold out, proving his prowess as a K-pop solo artist. This tour was inspired by the concept of 'Übermensch' from the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, presenting a stage structured in three parts: 'Birth-Challenge-Transcendence.' G-Dragon led the over two-hour performance solo, showcasing hit songs like 'Today (Feat. Kim Jong Wan)' and 'TOO BAD (feat. Anderson .Paak).' His stage outfits, including custom jackets designed by Japanese fashion designer Yohji Yamamoto, displayed a visually stunning variety at each show, enhancing the over...

Pawoo announces ‘POWERFUL YOUTH’ North American tour… Embarking on a global journey filled with music and youth.

27May

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Pawoo announces ‘POWERFUL YOUTH’ North American tour… Embarking on a global journey filled with music and youth.

POWERFUL YOUTH (파우) has announced their North American tour. Consisting of five members, 파우 is set to embark on a nationwide tour titled 'POWERFUL YOUTH' that is planned around the concept of youth energy and unity with the '파워' fandom. The tour will take place in a total of 27 cities, including major cities in the United States. Starting on July 24th in San Francisco, the tour will travel across the U.S. to cities such as LA, San Diego, Phoenix, Oklahoma City, New York, Washington DC, and Miami. This tour is more than just a concert, as it is designed to deliver the narrative and messages of 파우 through a complex cultural content. The third EP, set to be released on June 27th, was meticulously produced by member 요치, incorporating the theme of 'youth's decision' into the music. Drawing insp...