Stray Kids’ Seungmin celebrated his birthday on September 22 by giving back in a deeply meaningful way. The singer donated 100 million KRW (approximately $71,767 USD) to Child Fund Korea, a children’s welfare organization. The…
Author: Oliver Hayes
Oliver Hayes writes about idols, fashion moments, and industry moves. Off‑duty, Oliver spends weekends comparing Melon and Billboard charts.
NMIXX to Make Long-Awaited Return with First Full-Length Album “Blue Valentine” This October
The wait is finally over for fans of NMIXX — one of K-pop’s most promising fourth-generation girl groups. After consistently releasing hit singles and EPs since their debut, the powerhouse act is now preparing to…
Lee Chae Yeon Parts Ways with WM Entertainment After Years of Collaboration
Lee Chae Yeon has officially ended her exclusive contract with WM Entertainment. On September 12, WM Entertainment released a statement confirming the news, saying: “After lengthy discussions with Lee Chae Yeon, we have agreed to…
ITZY to Drop Their 2nd Full Japanese Album “Collector” This October — Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Global K-pop girl group ITZY is officially making a powerful return to the Japanese music scene. On August 22, 2025, JYP Entertainment announced that the five-member group will release their second full Japanese album titled…
BLACKPINK’s “JUMP” Hits New High on Pop Radio Airplay + Spends 5th Week on Billboard Hot 100
BLACKPINK continues to dominate global charts with their latest single “JUMP”, marking a major milestone on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart and extending their streak on the Billboard Hot 100 for a fifth consecutive week. On…
Bomb Threat Forces Delay at THE BOYZ’s Final Seoul Concert: Swift Evacuation and Police Response Ensure Safety
What was meant to be a celebratory closing night for THE BOYZ’s Seoul leg of their world tour turned into a tense and unsettling situation after a bomb threat forced an emergency evacuation and delayed…
SHINee’s Key Announces Sci-Fi Themed Comeback with Third Full Album ‘HUNTER’
SHINee’s multi-talented member Key has officially revealed his much-anticipated return with his third full solo album titled ‘HUNTER’, marking a fresh chapter in his solo career. The announcement has stirred excitement among fans and K-pop…
IVE Impresses in Bold New Papa John’s Pizza Commercial, Showcasing Charm and Style
South Korean girl group IVE continues to captivate audiences, not only through their music but also with their growing presence in commercial endorsements. Recently, the group made a striking impression as the exclusive models for…
NCT DREAM’s ‘Go Back to the Future’ Marks a Monumental Comeback with No.1 Debut and Global Acclaim
NCT DREAM has once again proven why they remain one of the leading forces in K-pop with the release of their 5th full-length album, “Go Back to the Future.” Released on July 14, 2025, the…