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Wed, December 6, 2023 | 10:46

BLACKPINK renews contract for group activities with YG

BLACKPINK renews contract for group activities with YG

K-pop girl group BLACKPINK has extended its contract for group activities with YG Entertainment, the company said Wednesday.

2023-12-06 10:30

Late K-pop star Moonbin's memorial space shut down after fans complain

Late K-pop star Moonbin's memorial space shut down after fans complain

Fantagio, the agency representing the late ASTRO member Moonbin, announced the closure of a memorial space dedicated to the late K-pop star, following a controversy.

2023-12-06 09:24

Young K-pop couple Choi Min-hwan, Yulhee announce divorce

Young K-pop couple Choi Min-hwan, Yulhee announce divorce

Drummer Choi Min-hwan of the K-pop band FTISLAND and former LABOUM member Yulhee have decided to part ways after five years of marriage, as confirmed by Choi's agency, FNC Entertainment.

2023-12-05 14:44

BTS agency asks fans to refrain from visiting scenes of members' military enlistment

BTS agency asks fans to refrain from visiting scenes of members' military enlistment

The agency of K-pop megastar BTS on Tuesday asked fans to refrain from visiting boot camps to see off their favorite stars as the last four members of the group are set to join the Army as active-duty soldiers early next week.

2023-12-05 11:25

JYP to host annual audition in January

JYP to host annual audition in January

JYP Entertainment, a leading K-pop agency, is set to embark on its 18th official annual audition across five cities in Korea next January. The agency, home to global sensations like TWICE, Stray Kids, ITZY and NMIXX, is on the lookout for the next wave of raw talent poised to make their mark in the K-pop industry.

2023-12-03 12:56

NewJeans wins 2 grand prizes at Melon Music Awards 2023

NewJeans wins 2 grand prizes at Melon Music Awards 2023

Rookie K-pop girl group NewJeans won five prizes at this year's Melon Music Awards, including Artist of the Year and Best Song of the Year, on Saturday.

2023-12-02 22:46

Ateez says new studio album serves as indicator of future path

Ateez says new studio album serves as indicator of future path

In celebration of the fifth year since its debut, Ateez has returned to the music scene with its second full-length album, titled 'The World Ep. Fin: Will.'

2023-12-01 16:52

ONE PACT debuts hoping to leave big impact on K-pop scene

ONE PACT debuts hoping to leave big impact on K-pop scene

The contestants of the popular audition programs, 'Boys Planet' (2023) and 'High School Rapper' (2021), have formed a new boy group with the support of singer/TV personality Kangnam. ONE PACT, consisting of Jongwoo, Jay Chang, Seongmin, TAG, and Yedam, debuted ...

2023-12-01 16:27

[INTERVIEW] Hip-hop group Uptown returns after 13 years with new lineup

INTERVIEWHip-hop group Uptown returns after 13 years with new lineup

Ending its staggering 13-year hiatus, the legendary Korean hip-hop group Uptown broke their silence with a new album.

2023-12-01 08:01

Remaining BTS members to begin military service next month

Remaining BTS members to begin military service next month

The remaining four members of K-pop megastar BTS - RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook - will begin their mandatory military service next month, music industry sources said Wednesday.

2023-11-29 17:15

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