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Wed, April 25, 2018 | 23:15

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Hwang Chi-yeul's comeback thrills Chinese fans

Hwang Chi-yeul unveiled his second mini-album titled “Be Myself” on Tuesday to cement his return to music and thank fans for their unwavering support.

Music | 2018-04-25 18:09

Spring gagok concert dedicated to composer battling disease

Composer Lee An-sam, who mostly composed gagok based on poems, may not see his pieces played on stage for long.

Music | 2018-04-23 17:15

5 female singers to return with new albums

Amid few star solo female singers on the K-pop scene, four have made their comeback this week with one set to hit the stage next week. Their en masse comeback has raised the hope that they may “diversify” the K-pop world crowded with “manufactured bands” with almost identical dance routines and songs, and set a new path for Korean music.

Music | 2018-04-22 09:14

BTS's new album tops Amazon's pre-order list

K-pop boy band BTS topped Amazon's album pre-order list, its agency said Thursday. Big Hit Entertainment said "Love Yourself: Tear," the K-pop sensation's upcoming full-length album, shot to No. 1 on Amazon's CDs & Vinyl Best Sellers list in the U.S., a day after the pre-order became available on Tuesday local time.

Music | 2018-04-19 11:43

Musical scores stud Korea Times spring concert

Musical scores from popular Broadway musicals highlighted The Korea Times’ annual spring concert, Tuesday, held at the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts.

Music | 2018-04-17 21:56

Father of Korean folk music to perform on Ulleung Island

Legendary folk singer Lee Jang-hee will hold concerts on Ulleung Island.The 70-year-old singer, best known for his 1970s hits “That is you” “A Shot of Memories” and “I Will Give You Everything,” who retired to the island in the East Sea, will perform concerts for visitors at Ulleung Paradise Art Center near his home, between May 8 and Sept. 15.

Music | 2018-04-17 19:40

EXO's Chen under racism controversy [VIDEO]

EXO's member Chen, 25, has been caught up in a racism controversy. During Saturday's live broadcast on Naver's V-Live, Chen's bandmate Baekhyun put dark lipstick on him, which exaggerated the size of his lips.

Music | 2018-04-17 17:36

Singer Eric Nam sets eye on global fame

For long, K-pop has been a phenomenon for bands, not solo artists. Korean-American singer Eric Nam said he wants to break through the success formula for K-pop and become the next solo singer to rule the K-pop world. His third mini album “Honestly” reflects his yearning for global recognition for his music. It's trendy pop that overflows with addictive beats and synthesizers....

Music | 2018-04-17 16:38

K-pop act BTS to drop 3rd studio album next month: agency

K-pop sensation BTS will make a comeback next month by releasing its third full-length album, its agency said Tuesday. "Love Yourself: Tear," the follow-up to the band's smash hit "Love Yourself: Her" from last year, will drop on May 18, according to Big Hit Entertainment.

Music | 2018-04-17 09:46

Son Yeol-eum dedicates new album to Marriner

Pianist Son Yeol-eum, appointed last month as artistic director of the PyeongChang Music Festival as the youngest director of record, has released an album in commemoration of her deceased collaborator and mentor Sir Neville Marriner.

Music | 2018-04-16 20:40

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