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TWICE's Jihyo to drop English version of 'Killin' Me Good'

K-pop girl group TWICE's Jihyo is seen in this promotional image for the English-language version of her solo song "Killin' Me Good," provided by JYP Entertainment. YonhapJihyo, a member of K-pop girl group TWICE, will release the English-language version of "Killin' Me Good," the main track off her first solo album released last month, next week, her agency said Friday.The new version will be unveiled worldwide at 1 p.m. (Korean time) next Friday, JYP Entertainment said.Released on Aug. 18, the album, "Zone," sold more than 53,000 copies in the first week of its release, a record for an EP by a K-pop female soloist, based on data from Hanteo Chart, which tracks sales of physical albums."Zone" has also reached 14th on the Billboard 200 main albums chart. (Yonhap)

Sep 8, 2023
TWICE's Jihyo to drop English version of 'Killin' Me Good'

BTS member Jungkook's 'Seven' music video tops 200 mil. views

This photo, provided by BigHit Music, celebrates the music video for "Seven," BTS vocalist Jungkook's debut solo single, garnering over 200 million YouTube views. YonhapThe music video for "Seven," the debut solo single from BTS' Jungkook, has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube, the group's agency said Friday.The video hit the milestone at about 5 p.m. the previous day, 55 days after it was uploaded on the global video sharing platform, BigHit Music said."Seven" is "a passionate serenade" depicting one's wish to be with his lover all the time.Released July 14, the summery pop song features American female rapper Latto. It blends a catchy melody with the rhythm of the U.K. garage genre."Seven" has been popular worldwide, reaching No. 1 on U.S. Billboard's Hot 100 main singles chart and No. 3 on the British Official Singles Chart Top 100.The single has also stayed atop the Billboard Global 200 chart for seven consecutive weeks and ranked third on Spotify's list of the most streamed songs this summer.Jungkook was nominated in the Song of Summer category with "Seven" at the 2023 MTV

Sep 8, 2023
BTS member Jungkook's 'Seven' music video tops 200 mil. views

Seventeen's Tokyo Dome concerts attract 100,000 fans

K-pop boy group Seventeen is seen in this photo provided by Pledis Entertainment. YonhapK-pop boy group Seventeen kicked off the largest Japanese dome tour since its debut to a strong start, drawing 100,000 fans to its two concerts at Tokyo Dome earlier this week, the group's agency said Friday.The group heated up the shows with various hit songs, including "Super," known for its impressive group dance performances, according to Pledis Entertainment."I missed you so much. I'll do my best today," member Seungkwan was quoted by the agency as saying during one of the shows in Tokyo. Having been on hiatus due to health issues, he resumed activities with the Japan tour.S.Coups, who is halting his activities due to a knee injury, visited the venue to cheer on the members and expressed his gratitude to the fans, saying, "Thank you for following my dreams," according to Pledis.The 13-piece group will continue the dome tour in Saitama, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka until December. (Yonhap)

Sep 8, 2023
Seventeen's Tokyo Dome concerts attract 100,000 fans

BTS' V drops debut solo album 'Layover'

V of K-pop boy group BTS / Courtesy of BigHit MusicV, a member of the K-pop giant BTS, put out his first solo album, "Layover," on Friday.The singer has released various original soundtracks for TV dramas, including "Christmas Tree," and self-composed songs on SoundCloud and YouTube. However, he had never dropped an individual album before "Layover.""Layover" rolled out at 1 p.m. (Korean time), making him the last member of the K-pop septet to officially debut as a soloist.The album's name literally means a period of time when one takes a break from traveling during a journey and, for the artist, recharges for the ultimate destination, according to the agency, BigHit Music.V said he has worked hard to capture his true self in his first solo album."Working on this album was just a process of finding myself, in a word," he said in a video released through the agency to media a few hours ahead of the album's release. "I think you'll be able to find a new side of V and might say, 'I didn't know he had that side.'"I've always been very flashy on stage, but this time I tried hard to show y

Sep 8, 2023
BTS' V drops debut solo album 'Layover'

NCT unveils final sub-unit ahead of Japan tour

NCT NEW TEAM, the last sub-unit of K-pop boy group NCT / Courtesy of SM EntertainmentBy Dong Sun-hwaNCT NEW TEAM, the final sub-unit of multinational K-pop boy group NCT, has unveiled its seven-member lineup ― Sion, Yushi, Riku, Sakuya, Daeyoung, Jungmin and Ryo. Except for Sion and Yushi, the remaining five members were picked on survival program “NCT Universe: LASTART,” which wrapped up Thursday. Sion and Yushi were already confirmed to be part of the new group prior to the start of the show. Riku secured the No. 1 spot on the program, followed by Sakuya and Daeyoung, who ranked second and third, respectively. Jungmin and Ryo rounded out the top five. The panel of judges featured singer BoA and Eunhyuk from Super Junior.“We are well aware of NCT's global clout, so we will strive to live up to its reputation,” the five members said through their agency SM Entertainment.SM added that it has assembled "the best combination of talents" for the new sub-unit.NCT NEW TEAM was formerly known as NCT Tokyo, a sub-unit based in the capital of Japan. However, SM decided

Sep 8, 2023By Dong Sun-hwa
NCT unveils final sub-unit ahead of Japan tour

PHOTOS SM's newest boy group RIIZE debuts with album 'Get A Guitar'

Wonbin of K-pop boy group RIIZE poses during a press event marking its debut at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in central Seoul's Hannam-dong, Monday. Korea Times photo by Jeong Su-jiShotaro, a Japanese member of K-pop boy group RIIZE, poses with his bandmates during a press event at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in central Seoul's Hannam-dong, Monday. RIIZE is the first boy group introduced by K-pop powerhouse SM Entertainment in seven years. Korea Times photo by Jeong Su-jiAnton, a member of K-pop boy group RIIZE and the son of singer-songwriter Yoon Sang, waves during a press event at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in central Seoul's Hannam-dong, Monday. Korea Times photo by Jeong Su-jiSungchan, a member of K-pop boy group RIIZE, poses during a press event at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in central Seoul's Hannam-dong, Monday. RIIZE's debut release has racked up 1 million preorders as of Sunday. Korea Times photo by Jeong Su-jiSohee of K-pop boy group RIIZE performs the band's debut song, “Get A Guitar” during a press event at the Blue Square Mastercard Hall in

Sep 7, 2023
[PHOTOS] SM's newest boy group RIIZE debuts with album 'Get A Guitar'

BTS' Jungkook to headline 2023 Global Citizen Festival

BTS member Jungkook, headliner for 2023 Global Citizen Festival to be held at New York City's Central Park, is seen in this image carried by Global Citizen. YonhapJungkook, a member of K-pop juggernaut BTS, will headline 2023 Global Citizen Festival, a large-scale U.S. charity concert set to be held this month, the group's agency said Thursday, citing the festival's official social media accounts.The Global Citizen Festival is a large-scale charity concert organized by Global Citizen, a New York-based international civic group. The festival has been held annually since 2012 to raise awareness of global issues, such as extreme poverty, hunger and climate change.This year's edition will be held on Sept. 23 at New York City's Central Park.Taking part in the 2021 event through online streaming, BTS performed "Permission to Dance" and "Butter" against the backdrop of Sungnyemun, Korea's National Treasure No. 1, also known as Namdaemun.Jungkook has been named a headliner for the 2023 event, along with rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers and pop star Lauryn Hill. Jungkook is the first K-pop sol

Sep 7, 2023
BTS' Jungkook to headline 2023 Global Citizen Festival

Attrakt plans new group amid Fifty Fifty dispute

Attrakt, the agency of girl group Fifty Fifty, announced its plans to create a new girl group set to debut next year. Courtesy of Attrakt EntertainmentBy Pyo Kyung-minAttrakt, the agency behind the success and dispute of K-pop girl group Fifty Fifty, announced its plans to launch a new girl group project slated to debut next year.The agency revealed its plan for selecting the new group's members through a public audition program in a press release, Monday. Attrakt also plans to incorporate its preferences as key criteria in the audition process, setting it apart from existing talent search programs.While details about the audition and its schedule remain undisclosed, the agency aims to involve the public significantly in shaping the new group.Attrakt, led by CEO Jeon Hong-jun, is known primarily for managing Fifty Fifty. The indie record label shot to fame on the wings of the group's success with its song “Cupid” in the U.S. However, the agency is currently in a legal dispute with the four members of the group.

Sep 6, 2023By Pyo Kyung-min
Attrakt plans new group amid Fifty Fifty dispute

Dancing queen Lee Chae-yeon returns to captivate fans with her moves

Solo artist Lee Chae-yeon / Courtesy of RBW, WM EntertainmentBy Pyo Kyung-minAfter the breakthrough success of her track "KNOCK," solo artist and former IZ*ONE member Lee Chae-yeon is set to once again capture the hearts of fans with her new album, "The Move: Street."As "KNOCK" cemented her status as the foremost dancer of her generation, Lee Chae-yeon is now shifting her focus to engaging her fans in the joy of dance through her title track, "LET'S DANCE." The track comes just five months after her previous hit."I've received a huge amount of love for "KNOCK," and that experience led me to discover the direction I should pursue as a soloist," Lee said during a press interview held in a cafe in Mapo District, Seoul, Aug. 31. "While the new album isn't a radical experimentation, it's a product of my introspection into how I can best cater to my fans' satisfaction.”Solo artist Lee Chae-yeon poses during a press interview held in a cafe in Mapo District, Seoul, Aug. 31. Courtesy of RBW, WM EntertainmentLee's "KNOCK" made a surprise surge on the music charts, securing the 27th spot

Sep 6, 2023By Pyo Kyung-min
Dancing queen Lee Chae-yeon returns to captivate fans with her moves

BOYNEXTDOOR explores complexities of young love in new album "Why.."

K-pop rookie boy group BOYNEXTDOOR / Courtesy of KOZ EntertainmentBy Pyo Kyung-minHYBE's rookie boy group, BOYNEXTDOOR, returned with their latest album, “Why..,” Monday, Focusing on the theme of heartbreak, the group aims to resonate with their generation with being relatable as well as exceptionally talented.Comprising of six members of Sungho, Riwoo, Jaehyun, Taesan, Leehan and Woonhak, BOYNEXTDOOR gained wide popularity since its debut with the single 'Who!' in May. Their new album “Why..” features six tracks, featuring popular hits like “But I Like You,” “One and Only” and” Serenade,” along with new additions, “Crying,” “But Sometimes,” and “ABCDLOVE.”The title track, “But Sometimes,” captures the emotions of the first breakup, with raw and unfiltered lyrics reflecting the pain of lost love. “The title track conveys the complex emotions of your first love that ultimately didn't work out," said Jaehyun, the group's leader, during a press event held at the Yes 24 Live

Sep 5, 2023By Pyo Kyung-min
BOYNEXTDOOR explores complexities of young love in new album "Why.."
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