On May 6, a discussion titled “Resale Ticket Price of NewJeans’ Tokyo Dome Fanmeeting” emerged on the Korean forum Instiz, drawing significant attention to the skyrocketing demand for tickets to NewJeans’ highly anticipated fan event.…
Author: Ava Carter
Ava Carter is a U.S.-based editor focused on Korean music and entertainment. Ava loves spotlighting rookie debuts and viral TikTok sounds.
Rising K-pop Stars of May 2024: Meet the Top 10 Rookie Groups Making Waves
The Korean Business Research Institute has released its latest brand reputation list for May 2024, spotlighting the most buzzworthy rookie K-pop groups. Compiled from data collected between April 2 and May 2, these rankings gauge…
Fans Disappointed by Limited Access to BTS-Inspired K-drama “Begins ≠ Youth”
The release of episodes 1 to 4 of the BTS-inspired K-drama “Begins ≠ Youth”, based on BTS’s album series “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life” (Hwa Yang Yeon Hwa or HYYH), on the Xclusive platform…
ILLIT: Challenges Faced by the “Unlucky Girl Group” After Debut
HYBE’s new girl group, ILLIT, burst onto the K-pop scene with their debut title track “Magnetic” on March 25th, swiftly climbing the music charts with remarkable success. The group achieved a Perfect All-Kill and even…
BTS’s Jungkook Among Most Impactful Asians + Bang Si-hyuk Receives Gold Legend Award
Gold House, an organization dedicated to recognizing impactful Asians shaping American culture, has released its prestigious A100 list honoring industry pioneers leading the “new gold age.” Among the notable honorees is BTS’s Jungkook, recognized for…
BABYMONSTER Wows Fans with Mind-Blowing Live Show on “M Countdown”
BABY MONSTER continues to impress with their phenomenal live show on Mnet’s “M Countdown,” showcasing their musical prowess and energetic stage presence. On April 25th, BABYMONSTER delivered a stunning performance of their hit song “SHEESH”…
HYBE Responds Firmly to ADOR CEO’s Claims in Press Conference
HYBE has issued a response to ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin’s recent press conference. Min Hee Jin conducted a press conference on April 25 to present her perspective on the ongoing conflict between ADOR and…
SEVENTEEN’s New Song Banned by KBS, Fans Celebrate Unconventional Approach
SEVENTEEN’s Hip Hop Unit, consisting of members Woozi, Vernon, and S.Coups, is known for its distinct style and lyricism in the group’s diverse music catalogue. The unit’s focus on rap-oriented tracks often has edgier themes…
Min Hee-jin Asked to “Trample on aespa”, Remark about BTS is Fake
During a press conference on April 25, Min Hee-jin, CEO of ADOR, vehemently defended herself against allegations and accused HYBE of attempting to undermine her reputation and career. She emphasized her achievements in the entertainment…