[Herald Interview] Understanding contemporary South Korea through K-pop
Jul 14, 2014
Characterized by a Western sound, synchronized dance moves and a repetitive and addictive melody, and sung by well-crafted performers with a dedicated following, K-pop, or contemporary South Korean music, has become a defining aspect of modern Korean culture, gaining international recognition over the past decade. The government, media and entrepreneurs have taken a keen interest in K-pop, which...