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.
30Sep
TS Entertainment Responds to Sumin, Nahyun Lawsuit
When it was announced that Sonamoo’s Sumin and Nahyun filed a lawsuit for contract termination, TS Entertainment initially lacked a response to the announcement. On September 23, 2019, however, TS Entertainment released a statement... Read More
30Sep
Sonamoo’s Sumin Addresses TS Entertainment Lawsuit
On September 24, 2019, Sonamoo’s Sumin shared an Instagram post addressing why she and fellow Sonamoo member Nahyun filed a suit against TS Entertainment for contract termination. View this post on Instagram ... Read More
29Sep
B.A.P’s Daehyun Announces Fan Name, Next Comeback
After signing with STX Lion Heart back in June 2019, B.A.P’s Jung Daehyun will be making his second solo comeback this year, his first with his new agency. “My staff and I have been staying up many nights to prepare for this album. All... Read More
29Sep
Brown Eyed Girls Confirm Comeback
Earlier in 2019, Mystic Entertainment stated that iconic girl group Brown Eyed Girls, famous for there 2009 hit “Abracadabra,” would be making their comeback in the first half of the year. With the year now almost over, hope dwindled, and... Read More
29Sep
Baek A Yeon Departs JYP Entertainment
Another artist has decided to depart JYP Entertainment. On September 16, 2019, Baek A Yeon posted an Instagram story featuring the JYP Entertainment building. In the caption, she said goodbye. In a statement, JYP confirmed her departure from... Read More
28Sep
BTS, Monsta X Join 2019 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour
iHeartRadio recently announced the lineups for this year’s iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour! For the second consecutive year, Monsta X will join the tour. This year, Monsta X will join the following artists at these locations: Monday... Read More
28Sep
Baek Ye-Rin Leaves JYP Entertainment
Like her 15& mate, Baek Ye-Rin opted to depart JYP Entertainment when her exclusive contract with the company expired September 14, 2019. Her duo partner, Park Jimin, left the label in August. In a message posted on her Instagram (which... Read More
28Sep
15&’s Park Jimin to Host Her Own Podcast
Former 15& member Park Jimin didn’t have much down time since her departure from JYP Entertainment! Via Twitter, DIVE Studios announced on September 24, 2019 that Park—who is now using her English name, Jamie Park—will has a Podcast... Read More
24Sep
Sonamoo’s Sumin, Nahyun File for Contract Termination
Earlier in September, a photo featuring five Sonamoo members—Minjae, D.ana, Eujin, High.D, and Newsun—circulated the Internet, leading to speculation that Sumin and Nahyun have departed the group. As it turns out, the pair are on the outs... Read More
24Sep
Sleepy Terminates TS Contract, Opens Own Agency; TS Claims He Embezzled Funds
In a shocking move to absolutely no one, Untouchable’s Sleepy departed TS Entertainment after he filed to have his contract terminated. In turn, TS Entertainment announced they will be seeking to sue Sleepy for embezzlement. Sleepy... Read More
24Sep
Kim Tae-Hee, Rain Welcome Second Daughter
Actress Kim Tae-Hee and her husband, singer-actor Jung Ji-Hoon (Rain), welcomed their second daughter into the world! Story J Company, Kim’s agency, confirmed the couple had their daughter Thursday September 19, 2019. Hello, this is... Read More
24Sep
Kyla Massie Opens YouTube Channel; Discusses Hiatus, Pristin Disbandment
Former Pristin member Kyla Massie recently opened a YouTube channel, and to commemorate the opening, the idol hosted her first #TeaTimeWithKyla session where she answered questions from fans. Prior to video’s posting, Kyla also announced... Read More
23Sep
Ex-BONUSbaby Member Talks About Idol Experience
Back in August 2019, former BONUSbaby leader, Kong Yoo-Jin, spoke with The Korea Times about her experiences as a K-Pop idol. Kong signed with Maroo Entertainment when she was 15 years old, and she trained for six months prior to debut.... Read More
23Sep
Singer Woo Hye-Mi Found Dead
Trigger alert: Death and song lyrics of a potentially triggering nature discussed. On September 21, 2019, singer Woo Hye-Mi, 31, who went by the stage name Miwoo, was found dead in her apartment after she failed to appear to a meeting... Read More
16Sep
Kpop Rookie Boy Group ONEUS Announces First U.S. Tour Presented by MyMusicTaste
Seoul, South Korea (September 16, 2019) – Popular Kpop rookie group ONEUS has announced their first U.S. tour: 2019 ONEUS ‘FLY WITH US’ TOUR IN USA. ONEUS will bring full-fledged live performances to six U.S. cities beginning... Read More
14Sep
Bowen Yang Becomes Saturday Night Live’s First Full Asian Cast Member
As Saturday Night Live (SNL) enters its 45th season, for the first time in the show’s history, a comic of full-Asian descent will join the cast. In the past, SNL has had cast members of Asian descent, but these individuals were only partial... Read More
13Sep
MyMusicTaste is happy to announce 2019 PLANETARIUM RECORDS 1ST TOUR “WE GO HOLIC” IN USA.
After a successful tour in Europe, MyMusicTaste is happy to announce 2019 PLANETARIUM RECORDS 1ST TOUR “WE GO HOLIC” IN USA. This will mark PLT’s second tour with MyMusicTaste, a global online service that allows fans to... Read More
11Sep
CJ’s Heir Arrested for Smuggling Marijuana
Lee Sun-ho (age 29), the only son and heir of CJ Corporation’s CEO Lee Jay-hyun, was caught smuggling marijuana into Korea at Incheon International Airport on September 1, – this incident is obviously forecasted to cause great damage to... Read More
8Sep
B.A.P’s Youngjae Earns First Television Acting Roles
While in B.A.P, Yoo Youngjae expressed an interest in wanting to act, and now he’s earned an opportunity to do so! Youngjae will play the character of Kim Seok, a skilled computer hacker masquerading as a PC café worker in the upcoming... Read More
6Sep
F(x)’s Victoria, Luna Also Leave SM Entertainment; Amber Signs Full Contract with Steel Wool Entertainment
A few days ago, f(x)’s Amber Liu opted to not renew her contract with SM Entertainment. On September 5, 2019, Victoria and Luna also elected to not renew their contracts. Krystal still has some time left on her contract. “Amber and... Read More
5Sep
