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Big Bang member Taeyang is all set to release a documentary on YouTube on Monday. Taeyang’s eight-episode docu-series titled ‘White Night’ will be available on Big Bang’s and his agency’s official YouTube account starting this Monday, in the lead up to the group’s new music …
Winner’s Mino has been criticised for breaking the country’s social distancing rules after reportedly performing at a club in Yangyang County, Gangwon, on May 3. Korean media outlet ‘Dispatch’ reported that the K-Pop artist surprised clubgoers, whom have allegedly lowered their masks after entering the …
K-Pop stars Taeyeon and IU both showed their local popularity last week by topping the UAE iTunes Top Songs chart with new music, proving their star power and existing loyal fan base.
On May 4, the Girls’ Generation member continued her winning streak on the chart when she released digital single ‘Happy’ that was accompanied by a music video.
Apart from taking over the spot on the UAE iTunes songs chart, the old-school R’n’B song reportedly topped globally in 14 other countries, including Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.
While in her homeland, Taeyeon’s cheerful, heart-warming single soared to the top of the major real time music streaming charts such as Melon, Soribada, Genie, and Bugs within two hours of its release. The songs also managed to take over the QQ Music’s Korean music video charts in China.
Taeyeon’s new single comes two months after its postponement following the unfortunate passing of her father as well as the release of her second repackaged album ‘Purpose’ in January.
Yet, another K-Pop queen who reigned over the local songs chart is none other than chart-topping soloist IU.
Last Wednesday, the singer garnered massive support when she released her much-anticipated collaboration track, ‘eight’ featuring BTS’s Suga, who is also credited as the producer. As expected, it was a certified hit — and a trending topic on Twitter.
Showcasing IU’s soaring vocals as she sings of being 28 alongside Suga’s distinct rapping skills, the pop rock number conquered the iTunes Top Songs chart in the UAE and in 58 other countries as of early Thursday, IU’s agency Edam Entertainment reportedly confirmed.
In South Korea, the success of the nostalgic, self-reflective single has so far resulted in it achieving a certified all-kill on the domestic daily and real time charts. It also hit a whole new record on the country’s largest music site Melon for recording the most unique listeners — a reported 199,327 users — in the first hour of being available.
Considered one of the most sought-after K-Pop soloists, IU was involved in the overall production of ‘eight’, her first release since 2019’s EP ‘Love Poem’. It is part of her coming-of-age-themed songs: ‘Twenty-Three’ (2015) and ‘Palette’ (2017).
The high-profile collaboration track by the powerhouse duo was bound to be a chart sensation, given that they are among the industry’s most-acclaimed artists.
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EXO’s Suho, BTOB’s Hyunsik and Sungjae, Block B’s U-Kwon and Pentagon’s Jinho will bid a temporary farewell to fans as they will all be carrying out their mandatory military service this month. Last week, the K-Pop idols — and their labels — shared the news, …
Yubin may be facing a stiff competition with a star-studded comeback line-up this month. The former Wonder Girls rapper is confirmed to be preparing new music since establishing her own label, rrr Entertainment. Although there are no details on the release date, the concept and …
EXO’s Chen welcomed his first child with his wife at a hospital in Seoul’s Gangnam district on April 29.
His label SM Entertainment confirmed media reports, stating that the 27-year-old is now a father to a healthy daughter.
Chen — whose real name is Kim Jong-dae — is the first EXO member to wed and become a father.
Back in January, the K-Pop idol surprised fans when he announced his engagement to his non-celebrity girlfriend in a handwritten letter. Chen married in a closed-door ceremony with friends and family.
After the news broke of his upcoming marriage, EXO-Ls worldwide have voiced their support and congratulated the pair while some angry fans protested and demanded Chen’s withdrawal from the group.
Despite those who strongly opposed his return, SM Entertainment has clarified that there will be no changes in members to the K-Pop band.
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Wonho will now officially continue his K-Pop career under Starship Entertainment’s subsidiary label. On April 10, it was confirmed that former Monsta X member signed an exclusive contract with Highline Entertainment — home to artists like DJ Soda, Dress, and PLUMA — and will debut …
At unprecedented times like these, it’s necessary to keep active and moving while indoors. K-Pop artists have been keeping busy: From working on new music to initiating dance challenges of their songs on TikTok and social media. So far, these names have put up dance …
Woo Ji-yoon has decided to part ways from indie duo BOL4 after four years.
Last week, the duo’s agency Shofar Music confirmed the departure of the guitarist and backup vocalist in a statement, citing Woo’s personal concerns about the direction of her future career as the reason.
After lengthy discussions and persuasions with the agency and co-member, they ultimately decided to respect her wishes.
In a handwritten letter shared by her agency, Woo thanked fans for their support and love and openly admitted she’s been thinking of leaving for some time after much consideration.
Bandmate and lead vocalist Ahn Ji Young will continue performing as a soloist under BOL4 moving forward without recruiting new members. She is working on new music to be released in May.
The high-school classmates originally competed in singing competition Superstar K6 in 2014 before formally debuting with EP ‘Red Ickle’ in 2016. They’ve released songs such as ‘Workaholic’, ‘To My Youth’, ‘Galaxy’ and ‘Fight Day’.
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Exo’s Suho painted a personal self-portrait with his new sentimental music and managed to make a chart-topping solo debut with flying colours in the UAE last week. The leader of the prominent K-Pop boy band released his first ever solo mini-album ‘Self-Portrait’, showcasing his own …