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SHINee, seventh solo concert
K-pop, Music

SHINee, seventh solo concert

SHINee will hold their seventh solo concert at KSPO DOME in Seoul Olympic Park for three days starting from May 23rd. The performance will feature Onew, Key, Minho, and Taemin, and following the encore performance of their 15th debut anniversary in 2023 and their sixth solo concert in 2024, they plan to spend their debut day with the fandom this year as well. SHINee is conducting ticket reservations through Melon Ticket and is receiving passionate love from fans around the world, being hailed as the irreplaceable "Edge of K-pop" in celebration of their 17th debut anniversary.
TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE’ Taeyeon Solo Concert Successfully Concluded
Events, K-pop

TAEYEON CONCERT – The TENSE’ Taeyeon Solo Concert Successfully Concluded

SM Entertainment Former Girls' Generation member and singer Taeyeon successfully held her 'TAEYEON CONCERT - The TENSE' to commemorate her 10th debut anniversary. The concert, themed around reflecting on the past 10 years and envisioning the future, showcased a diverse range of performances from Taeyeon's hit songs to stages filled with unique emotions. Through an Asian tour, she also proved her global popularity by engaging with international fans. Taeyeon concluded the meaningful performance by expressing gratitude to her fans and is planning to communicate with even more fans through future Asian tours. SM Entertainment SM Entertainment
J-Hope’s ‘Sweet Dreams’ Challenge Craze… Video Surpasses 200 Million Views in Just 3 Days
Artists, K-pop

J-Hope’s ‘Sweet Dreams’ Challenge Craze… Video Surpasses 200 Million Views in Just 3 Days

Big Hit Music BTS member J-Hope's new song 'Sweet Dreams' challenge is gaining popularity. Various artists are participating and sharing dance videos, attracting attention, with views surpassing 200 million. The song, blending sophisticated sound with J-Hope's serenading lyrics, is a hit, maintaining top positions on the iTunes song chart. J-Hope is set to appear on the US NBC's 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' for a joint performance with Miguel.
Park Jin-young’s 30th-anniversary concert “Still JYP” in Japan successfully concludes.
Artists, EDITORIAL PICKS, K-pop

Park Jin-young’s 30th-anniversary concert “Still JYP” in Japan successfully concludes.

JYP Entertainment Park Jin-young successfully concluded his concert 'Still JYP' in Japan, commemorating his 30th debut anniversary. During the local performance, Park Jin-young showcased dazzling performances and a parade of hit songs, collaborating with various artists such as Sung Si-kyung, NiziU, and NEXZ to deliver a stage that mesmerized fans with emotions. Park Jin-young promised to convey the best music and emotions to his fans. This concert displayed Park Jin-young's enduring passion and legendary presence. JYP Entertainment JYP Entertainment
Global star Kim Miso and rising rapper Bin Sejin to participate in the Twingple’s “Fan Connect Project.”
Artists, K-pop

Global star Kim Miso and rising rapper Bin Sejin to participate in the Twingple’s “Fan Connect Project.”

Photo provided by Dalla Lana Network. Global star Kim Miso and rapper Bin Sejin are participating in Twingple's 'Fan Connect Project'. This project aims to enhance communication between artists and fans, and to involve fans in contributing to actual music activities. Kim Miso, originally from Morocco, has gained global popularity, while Bin Sejin is a rapper gaining attention in the Korean hip-hop scene. The two collaborated on 'Desert Dance' last year, and this time, they are planning to produce a new digital single with producer Kilkipan. The 'Fan Connect Project' intends to provide a meaningful experience where artists and fans grow together.
Representative indie bands from Korea and Japan gathered in one place… RECIPROCITY 2025 held.
Events, K-pop

Representative indie bands from Korea and Japan gathered in one place… RECIPROCITY 2025 held.

Citrine Production Indie bands representing Korea and Japan will come together for the 'RECIPROCITY 2025' festival. This event aims to create a moment of fusion as Korean and Japanese bands introduce each other's music, offering music fans a unique experience. Among the 5 participating bands, Korean artists include 'Today Old Sneakers' and 'Bulgogi Disco', while Japanese artists include 'Suichu Spica'. The festival is set to take place at Hongdae's MUV Hall on March 22, 2025, with tickets scheduled to go on sale on February 20 through Interpark Ticket. Citrine Production Citrine Production
BTS’s Jimin’s ‘Who’ Rises Again on the Official UK Singles Chart!
Artists, K-pop

BTS’s Jimin’s ‘Who’ Rises Again on the Official UK Singles Chart!

Big Hit Music BTS member Jimin's solo 2nd album 'MUSE' title track 'Who' is experiencing a resurgence on the UK Official Singles Chart. This marks the 7th resurgence since the song entered the chart. Furthermore, BTS members' solo activities are gaining recognition, with high rankings on global music streaming charts. This success not only impacts BTS's group activities but also positively influences the members' solo endeavors, garnering steady love from fans. Big Hit Music Big Hit Music
ENHYPEN’s second full-length album reaches the highest ranking on the K-pop chart of the IFPI 2024 album chart.
K-pop, Music

ENHYPEN’s second full-length album reaches the highest ranking on the K-pop chart of the IFPI 2024 album chart.

According to the Global Music Industry Association (IFPI)'s 2024 Album Chart, ENHYPEN's second full-length album 'ROMANCE : UNTOLD' achieved the highest ranking among K-pop artists. This album secured the 2nd place on the 'Global Album Sales Chart 2024' and the 4th place on the 'Global Album Chart 2024', demonstrating remarkable success. ENHYPEN thus recorded the second highest sales volume following American pop star Taylor Swift, and also rose to the 14th place on the IFPI '2024 Global Artist Chart'. These achievements are based on the combined results of physical album sales, digital music downloads, audio and video streaming figures worldwide, with IFPI having over 8,000 member record companies annually.
ENHYPEN’s second full-length album ranks highest among K-pop albums on the IFPI 2024 Album Chart.
Artists, K-pop

ENHYPEN’s second full-length album ranks highest among K-pop albums on the IFPI 2024 Album Chart.

International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) ENHYPEN has achieved the highest ranking for K-pop on IFPI's 2024 album chart. Their second full-length album, 'ROMANCE: UNTOLD,' secured the 2nd and 4th positions on the Global Album Sales Chart and the Global Album Chart, respectively, marking the highest achievement among K-pop artists. Following closely behind American pop star Taylor Swift in sales figures, ENHYPEN's growth trajectory is evident. IFPI, a leading organization in the global music industry, annually releases rankings of global artists, albums, singles, and more. ENHYPEN has claimed the 14th spot in this latest ranking. International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI)
Fantasy Boys, Japanese Concert Tickets to Go on Sale on the 18th
Artists, K-pop

Fantasy Boys, Japanese Concert Tickets to Go on Sale on the 18th

Pocketdol Studio K-pop group Fantasy Boys has announced their upcoming Japan schedule for March. The Japan tour will take place on March 7 in Osaka and March 9 in Tokyo, with pre-sale tickets for fan club members successfully concluded. Due to high interest in the Japan concerts, general ticket sales will open on the 18th. It is anticipated that the concert will be successfully carried out through communication with Fantasy Boys' Japanese fans.