HYBE announced on April 22nd that it had commenced an audit of ADOR, the agency behind NewJeans, amidst allegations regarding management control. ADOR, established in 2021 under HYBE with former SM creative director Min Hee-jin…
Author: Mason Turner
Mason Turner is a dedicated music journalist and critic with a singular focus: the vibrant and ever-evolving world of K-Pop. For the past 5 years, he has immersed himself in the scene, building a reputation for insightful album reviews, thoughtful artist profiles, and sharp analysis of the industry's biggest trends.
“Hangout With Yoo” Faces Backlash Over Misleading Caption About HYBE Building and SEVENTEEN
MBC’s popular entertainment program, “Hangout With Yoo,” stirred controversy after airing a teaser featuring SEVENTEEN and a misleading caption regarding HYBE’s new building. The teaser, released at the end of the broadcast on April 20th,…
BLACKPINK’s Jennie Exhibits True Professionalism in Recording Session’s Behind-the-Scenes Video With Zico
Male rapper Zico recently discussed a behind-the-scenes video featuring his recording session with BLACKPINK’s Jennie for their collaboration on the song “SPOT!”. In the studio footage, Zico provides Jennie with a preview of the track…
LE SSERAFIM Faces Backlash Over Exorbitant Merchandise Prices at Melbourne Pop-Up
A recent pop-up shop featuring LE SSERAFIM merchandise, hosted by HYBE in Melbourne, Australia, has ignited controversy due to its staggering price tags. Fans eagerly anticipating official merch were met with shock and dismay at…
Simon Dominic Bids Farewell to AOMG After 10 Years
After a remarkable 10-year journey, Simon Dominic has announced his departure from AOMG. SPOTV News reported on April 22 that Simon Dominic recently decided to end his exclusive contract with the renowned label. Confirming the…
K-netizens Tout BABYMONSTER’s Ahyeon as the Next Jennie
It’s great to hear that the inclusion of Ahyeon in BABYMONSTER has garnered so much attention and that she’s gaining popularity quickly. It seems like she has a lot of potential to make an impact…
K-netizens React to BLACKPINK’s Lisa’s Beverly Hills Home Purchase
On April 17, reports emerged detailing BLACKPINK’s Lisa’s acquisition of a $4 million residence in the prestigious Beverly Hills neighborhood. As disclosed by a real estate media outlet, Lisa finalized the purchase of a property…
ATEEZ’s Coachella Performance Draws Mixed Reactions From Netizens
Netizens recently engaged in a discussion titled “I pity ATEEZ at Coachella” on the Korean forum Pann Nate, garnering over 70,000 views. The topic highlighted how despite ATEEZ’s remarkable performance at Coachella, they seemed to…
Entertaining Insights: BABYMONSTER’s Appearance on Knowing Bros
Recently, BABYMONSTER received an invitation to appear as guest stars on the renowned JTBC program, Knowing Bros. Known for its popularity on YouTube, Knowing Bros showcases a steady ensemble of comedians who warmly welcome notable…