Two WM Entertainment boy groups, B1A4 and ONF, are uniting to thrill K-pop fans in Taiwan. WM Entertainment announced Wednesday that its representative boy groups B1A4 and ONF will hold the joint concert "B1A4 & ONF Concert Fly With Light" on June 21 at the Taipei International Convention Center. As two teams with distinct musical identities, B1A4 and ONF are set to perform their signature hits and present a brand-new collaborative stage, heightening fans’ anticipation. Celebrating the group's 1

After successfully wrapping up its first world tour, BoyNextDoor returned with new music. True to its name, the group’s latest album, "No Genre," refuses to be confined to a single style, filled instead with infectious hooks, emotional storytelling and stylish homage to past musical legacies. At a group interview held in Mapo-gu, Seoul on Monday, six members shared their excitement and creative process behind the album. “Since the album spans so many different genres, we wanted to show just how

While K-pop idols dominate the Korean music scene, one genre continues to quietly but steadily capture listeners' hearts — emotional, poignant ballads. Jung Seung-hwan, often hailed as a young blood of this classic genre, has returned with his first release since completing his military service. “It feels strange, exciting and nerve-wracking all at once to officially return after my military discharge. Honestly, it still doesn’t feel real, like I’ve gone back to being a rookie,” said Jung. Marki

K-pop group Seventeen is set to mark its 10th anniversary with a grand celebration that spans three days in the heart of Seoul. According to agency Pledis Entertainment on Tuesday, the group's “B-Day Party” event takes place May 23 to 25, and is centered around Banpo Hangang Park, including Some Sevit and Jamsu Bridge. The event coincides with Seventeen’s debut anniversary and the release date of its fifth full-length album, "Happy Burstday," scheduled for May 26. The festivities aim to honor th

May is shaping up to be unforgettable for SHINee fans, as the band plans a series of special events to celebrate its 17th anniversary. Having debuted on May 25, 2008, SHINee has designated May 18 to 25 as "SHINee Week" this year. To kick things off, SHINee will stream recordings of the group's first through fifth concerts via its official YouTube channel at 8 p.m. from May 18 to 22. Following that, the group will hold its seventh concert, "ESSAY: Every Stage Shines Around You," at the KSPO Dome

Rose of Blackpink has returned to the music scene with an original track for the upcoming film "F1: The Movie." Warner Music Korea announced that Rose released the song “Messy” on Friday as part of the film’s soundtrack. The film is scheduled to premiere next month. "F1: The Movie" follows veteran driver Sonny Hayes, played by Brad Pitt, as he teams up with rookie racer Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) to lead a struggling Formula 1 team back to victory. The music video features scenes of Rose walki

The audition program "Veiled Musician," which selects top singers based solely on their voices, is expanding into a global project in partnership with Korean broadcaster SBS. "Veiled Musician" is a blind audition program where participants sing from behind a curtain, concealing their face, age and all other identifying details. The competition focuses purely on vocal talent and musicality. The series launched in 2018 under the title "Blind Musician" through Naver TV and YouTube. In 2023, the sho

In the dispute over the copyright of girl group Fifty Fifty's global hit song "Cupid," a Korean court on Thursday ruled in favor of The Givers, an production outsourcing company led by producer Ahn Sung-il, rather than the group's agency Attrakt. Attrakt had filed a lawsuit to confirm that it holds various rights to "Cupid," including the right to create derivative works, but the court did not accept this claim in the first trial. "Cupid," released by Fifty Fifty in February 2023, gained massive

A view of Gyeongbokgung enjoyed by the Joseon royals can now be seen by everyone as a royal pavilion, the biggest of its kind, opens to the public through October. For an even higher vantage point, hike Gwanaksan for a panoramic view of Seoul, followed by a hearty duck stew. And is your phone looking humdrum? You can personalize your phone case with your favorite photo. Gyeonghoeru, a pavilion at the main Joseon palace Gyeongbokgung in Seoul, will be open to the public through the end of October

Filipino pop powerhouse SB19 is back with a new album, marking another milestone in its evolving musical journey. The five-member group spoke with reporters during an online press conference Wednesday, introducing its latest project and reflecting on the career so far. Formed in 2018 through a collaboration between Korean entertainment company ShowBT and local talent agency in the Philippines, SB19 combines K-pop training methodology with homegrown Filipino artistry. The name SB19 reflects this

Boy group Winner will be returning to the stage for its first concert in over three years, marking a highly anticipated comeback following the members' discharge from military service. YG Entertainment confirmed Wednesday that the group is planning a July concert, its first since April 2022. However, member Song Min-ho will not be participating in the show due to an ongoing investigation into his military service record. Song, who served as a social service agent, is currently under police inves

At 1 p.m. on Friday, TXT released its new single, “Love Language.” Jin of BTS is scheduled to release his second mini album, “Echo,” at 1 p.m. on May 16 -- also a Friday. Meanwhile, rising rookie group BoyNextDoor will drop its fourth mini album, “No Genre,” at 6 p.m. on May 13 and EXO's Baekhyun will release his fifth mini album, “Essence of Reverie,” at 6 p.m. on May 19. A clear pattern has emerged in the album release times of K-pop stars. Why are some albums released at 1 p.m. while others d

SS501, one of the K-pop groups that shaped the music scene in the early 2000s, is ready to return to the stage. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the group's debut, the band will embark on a world tour starting in Seoul in July. The project will feature three of the original members: Kim Hyun-joong, Heo Young-saeng and Kim Kyu-jong. Park Jung-min and Kim Hyung-jun will not be participating. The trio will promote under a new group name, Five O One, for the world tour. Having originally de

While some artists dream of bigger concerts, world tours or exploring new genres, Kim Hyun-sung had a simpler, deeply earnest dream: to sing again. Kim, who debuted in 1997, captivated listeners with his beautiful tone and emotional delivery. Now, after a 15-year hiatus, he returns Sunday with “Trying to Love Again,” which marks his first official release since 2010. Kim was forced to step away from music due to persistent vocal cord issues, and spent years in rehabilitation and training to get

The Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival, one of South Korea’s premier rock festivals, has unveiled the first names on this year's lineup, which features a blend of legendary acts and rising stars from around the globe. Pulp, the iconic Britpop band often referred to as one of the "Big Four" of the genre, is the headliner of the festival, which celebrates its 20th year this year. The upcoming performance marks Pulp’s first-ever concert in Korea. Formed in 1978, the band rose to prominence in the 1990