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J-Hope to release digital single ‘Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)’ on March 7th!
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J-Hope to release digital single ‘Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)’ on March 7th!

Big Hit Music BTS's J-Hope will release the digital single 'Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)' on March 7th. The new song revolves around the theme of love, featuring Miguel to present a sweet melody. J-Hope will showcase the song on stage at the 'j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’ in SEOUL' and will host an offline fan event called 'Sweet Dreamland'. A precious meeting with fans is scheduled, and the event can also be joined online through the global superfan platform Weverse.
Spotify: Half of the Top 10 Most-Streamed Songs in the Second Half of 2024 are BTS Solo Tracks!
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Spotify: Half of the Top 10 Most-Streamed Songs in the Second Half of 2024 are BTS Solo Tracks!

Photo provided by Big Hit Music. BTS solo tracks accounted for half of Spotify's 'Top 10' most streamed songs in the second half of 2024. The members of BTS demonstrated significant influence by dominating the top rankings in the '2024 Global Impact List' with their solo tracks. Particularly, Jimin's solo album 'MUSE' title track 'Who' claimed the top spot as the ultimate hit song, while other members also secured positions in the upper ranks. BTS set a record by becoming the 'Most Streamed K-pop Artist' on Spotify for the 7th consecutive time, having achieved the highest global play count among Korean musicians last year.
BTS’s Jimin’s ‘MUSE’ Makes a Comeback on the Main Billboard Chart in the U.S.!
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BTS’s Jimin’s ‘MUSE’ Makes a Comeback on the Main Billboard Chart in the U.S.!

Photo source: Big Hit Music BTS member Jimin's solo album 'MUSE' is making a comeback by ranking high on the US Billboard charts. 'MUSE' climbed to 109th place on the Billboard 200, while the title track 'Who' secured the 44th spot on the Hot 100 chart. Not only Jimin but also Jungkook's debut solo single 'Seven' and Jin's solo album 'Happy' are maintaining steady popularity. BTS's anthology album 'Proof' continues to show unwavering popularity and success. The active participation of BTS members in the K-pop scene is drawing significant attention, particularly centered around the Billboard charts. Photo source: Big Hit Music Photo source: Big Hit Music
Red Velvet’s Seulgi, Perfect Transformation into a ‘Rascal’! Second Mini Album Trailer Release Gains Attention
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Red Velvet’s Seulgi, Perfect Transformation into a ‘Rascal’! Second Mini Album Trailer Release Gains Attention

SM Entertainment Red Velvet's member Seulgi has released the trailer for her second mini-album 'Accidentally On Purpose'. This album, with a 'rebel' concept, is gaining attention for its rebellious image and styling. The trailer showcases Seulgi's unique charm, raising expectations for the new album's concept. The album, consisting of 6 tracks, will be released on March 10th, and pre-orders are available. Fans are anticipated to enjoy Seulgi's distinctive musical color.
KiiiKiii, ‘I DO ME’ Music Released
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KiiiKiii, ‘I DO ME’ Music Released

Starship Entertainment Starship Entertainment's group 'KiiiKiii' has released their pre-debut song 'I DO ME'. This song is a pop dance track that maximizes KiiiKiii's bold charm, with powerful disco drums and emotional vocal melodies standing out. The music video was filmed in New Zealand, capturing the members' individuality and the beauty of nature. It quickly rose to the top of YouTube's trending videos after its release, garnering attention for showcasing KiiiKiii's unique charm. KiiiKiii is set to release their first mini album on March 24th.
Global star Kim Miso and rising rapper Bin Sejin to participate in the Twingple’s “Fan Connect Project.”
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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.
The success continues! BTS’s Jimin enters the UK Official Singles Chart for the 25th week with ‘Who’, release date.
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The success continues! BTS’s Jimin enters the UK Official Singles Chart for the 25th week with ‘Who’, release date.

Big Hit Music BTS member Jimin's second solo album 'MUSE' title track 'Who' has entered the UK Official Singles Chart for the 25th week, indicating that the song released in July last year continues to be popular. Solo activities of BTS members have also garnered attention, with Jungkook's first solo single 'Seven (feat. Latto)' and the duet 'Winter Ahead' by V and Park Hyo Shin maintaining top positions on global music charts. The active participation of these members is seen as a period of reconfirmation of BTS's popularity and prowess overall. Big Hit Music Big Hit Music
ILLIT’s “Magnetic” music video surpasses 200 million views.
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ILLIT’s “Magnetic” music video surpasses 200 million views.

BE:LIFT The debut song 'Magnetic' by ILLIT has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube. 'Magnetic' is a dance track blending funk and house genres, expressing feelings towards a loved one. This song has gained global popularity, topping the domestic music charts and setting a remarkable record for the fastest debut in K-pop history. AILEE achieved consecutive wins in the rookie category, receiving the 'Rookie of the Year' award at the '32nd Annual Hanteo Music Awards 2024'. Additionally, her theme song 'Almond Chocolate' for the Japanese movie 'I Don't Like Just a Pretty Face' has also received high praise.
‘Music Bank’ Lunéite, Wearing an Oriental Concept, Performs “Navillera”
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‘Music Bank’ Lunéite, Wearing an Oriental Concept, Performs “Navillera”

Capture of KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' broadcast screen. LUNITE appeared on KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' to showcase their new song 'Butterfly.' During this performance, LUNITE captivated fans with a black and white Eastern-inspired styling. 'Butterfly' is a hip-hop style song that enchantingly expresses separation and loss, with LUNITE captivating the audience with a smooth performance and detailed stage presence. Continuing to connect with fans through the new song, LUNITE is planning to hold a solo concert through a European tour in the near future.
ONF has revealed their new song “The Stranger” on ‘M Countdown’.
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ONF has revealed their new song “The Stranger” on ‘M Countdown’.

Mnet ONF made a successful comeback on M Countdown, showcasing their new song 'The Stranger' and the track 'Night Tale'. 'The Stranger' is a funky pop genre with a catchy rhythm, highlighting the members' charming vocals and strong appeal. The song topped the Bugs Chart, receiving a hot response, and its music video has also surpassed 10 million views, foreshadowing its success.