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For those outside the K-pop fandom, the ongoing dispute between NJZ — formerly NewJeans — and its agency, Ador, under Hybe Labels, may feel like an endless saga.
International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8, provides an opportunity to reflect on the strides made in women's rights in Korea — a transformation that would have been unthinkable during the 500-year reign of the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty, when neo-Confucian ideals dictated rigid gender roles.
Young Posse, a rare girl group in the K-pop scene pursuing authentic hip-hop, has unveiled a different side of itself by venturing into the ballad genre for the first time since debut.
As spring arrives this March, K-pop artists are ready to brighten your playlists with fresh, breezy sounds.
As K-pop juggernaut BTS' most prominent dancer, J-Hope proved he could command the stage alone, delivering a career-defining performance as he launched his first solo world tour in Seoul.
HYBE Label's flagship girl group, Le Sserafim, is set to host its first North American concert as part of its upcoming world tour, "2025 LE SSERAFIM TOUR 'EASY CRAZY HOT,'" its agency, Source Music, announced.
As tensions between NJZ, formerly NewJeans, and its agency Ador continue to drag on, five major organizations from the Korean music industry have doubled down on their stance regarding "tampering" attempts and the importance of exclusive contracts.
Making a bold entrance into the music scene, seven-member force NouerA is determined to lead a new era of K-pop, with each member bringing something unique to the stage.
Few things hit harder than a song packed with confidence and self-affirmation. Add a message of women empowerment and solidarity, it becomes more than music — it's a statement.
BLACKPINK's Rose has withdrawn from the Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA), becoming only the second artist in K-pop history to do so. The move has sparked discussions within the local music industry, particularly because her song copyrights will now be managed by a U.S. distributor.