Our latest and most important updates and developments in the K-Pop industry articles. These updates may include new releases and performances by K-Pop artists, announcements of new tours and projects, and updates on the personal lives of K-Pop artists.
[UPDATE] Seungri’s Exclusive Contract with YG Entertainment Terminated
Following Seungri’s retirement announcement, YG Entertainment announced March 13, 2019 that his exclusive contract with the company has been terminated. In a statement, YG Entertainment addressed the situation. Hello, this is YG...
[UPDATE] Jung Joon Young Issues Apology, Leaves Entertainment Industry
Following reports regarding Jung Joon Young’s alleged involvement in the KakaoTalk chats and sharing sex videos, on March 12, 2019, Jung shared his official apology and announced he will depart the entertainment industry. In his letter,...
[UPDATE] Jung Joon Young Identified as One of the Burning Sun Chat Participants
Note: Articles written about this topic are not accusing anyone of guilt. The stories just relay information. All parties are innocent until proven guilty. Singer, actor, and variety show regular, Jung Joon Young (Drug Restaurant, 2 Days...
[UPDATE] Seungri Announces Retirement from Entertainment Industry
Note: Articles written about this topic are not accusing anyone of guilt. The stories just relay information. All parties are innocent until proven guilty. In an unexpected turn of events, Seungri announced on March 11, 2019 that he is...
[UPDATE] Police Name Seungri Suspect; Reportedly Cannot Leave Country
Note: Articles written about this topic are not accusing anyone of guilt. The stories just relay information. All parties are innocent until proven guilty. On March 10, 2019, police officially named BIGBANG’s Seungri a suspect in the Burning Sun...
Three More K-Idols Enlist
Following Hoya and Yoseob (Highlight, formerly known as Beast) military enlistments, three more K-idols enlisted March 4, 2019. VIXX’s N, 2AM’s Jeong Jinwoon, and SHINee’s Key all checked in for their required service. N (Cha Hak Yeon)...
[UPDATE] Burning Sun Investigation Continues; Seungri Questioned
The Burning Sun scandal continues to spin into orbit as new details emerge about the club and the alleged conduct that occurred there. Additionally, Seungri’s role and knowledge about the alleged prostitution, police collusion, and drug-use...
Park Bom’s Music Return Soon
Spring will be the time for Park Bom fans to rejoice: She will be returning to the music scene in March with a new album and single featuring fellow former 2NE1 groupmate, Sandara “Dara” Park. Her upcoming single, “Spring,” will be Park...
All B.A.P Members Depart TS Entertainment
As anticipated and expected, all six members of B.A.P departed TS Entertainment following the ends of their respective contracts. Jongup, Himchan, Daehyun, and Youngjae left the company this month (February 2019); Yongguk and Zelo’s contracts...
[UPDATE] EPIK HIGH Announce March Comeback; European, North American Tours Begin in March
EPIK HIGH will be making their long-awaited comeback March 11, 2019. Leader Tablo announced the comeback on his official Twitter. The new album will be EPIK HIGH’s first album since leaving YG Entertainment in 2018 and their first album since...
BLACKPINK in Your Area Tour Dates, Cities Announced
BLACKPINK’s North American leg of their BLACKPINK 2019 World Tour in Your Area has been announced! On February 12, 2019, Powerhouse and Goldenvoice announced they are bringing BLACKPINK to North America in an email sent to Powerhouse subscribers....
Sunmi Announces World Tour; U.S Dates Announced
Former Wonder Girls member and current solo artist Sunmi will embark on a world tour starting February 2019. The tour includes stops in Asia and North America. View this post on Instagram 2019 선미 THE 1ST WORLD TOUR ‘WARNING’...
9Muses to Disband Following Fan-Meet
While they survived the seven-year curse, Star Empire Entertainment announced that after nine years together, 9Muses (sometimes stylized as Nine Muses) will disband following their fan-meet February 24 at Hansung University Nacsanguan. On February...