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iKON Signs with 143 Entertainment; New Album Expected in April

January 2, 2023 | 1693 Visits

2Jan iKon Welcome

iKON Signs with 143 Entertainment; New Album Expected in April

Following their departure from YG Entertainment and confirmation they were in talks with 143 Entertainment, on January 1, 2023, it was announced that all six iKON members did sign with the agency. In a statement, iKON said, “The members... Read More
2Jan Super Junior’s Shindong in a Relationship Image

Super Junior’s Shindong in a Relationship

On January 1, 2023, Label SJ shared that Super Junior’s Shindong is currently in a relationship with a non-celebrity. “Shindong is in a relationship with a non-celebrity,” Label SJ said. “The two are supporting each other and silently... Read More
27Dec

Taeyang, Daesung End YG Entertainment Contracts; G-Dragon Re-signs

BIGBANG’s Taeyang and Daesung opted to not renew their exclusive contracts with YG Entertainment. G-Dragon opted to stay with the company. On December 26, 2022, YG Entertainment subsidiary THEBLACKLABEL announced Taeyang signed an exclusive... Read More
26Dec

“Event Master” TEEN TOP CHUNJI, sing-along duet challenge with fans at the Pocha event…Christmas with various cheers

– Prepare various events such as TEEN TOP CHUNJI, Bungeoppang, and Pocha events to meet fans like a gift – CHUNJI, the new song “too late” and the b-track “farewell” live performance for the first time at... Read More
9Dec

Teen Top’s “CHUNJI”, the original handsome guy, draws attention with a spoonful of mature beauty

– Teen Top CHUNJI reveals mood photo that expresses emptiness after breaking up with lover – CHUNJI ‘s first solo album is on the 16th. Off-line simultaneous release… A pre-released present to the fans through the listening... Read More
9Dec

Jinni Departs NMIXX, JYP Entertainment

JYP Entertainment’s rookie girl group NMIXX will now continue as a six-member group after the company announced Jinni’s departure. In addition to leaving NMIXX, Jinni also departed the agency. On December 9, JYP Entertainment released a... Read More
6Dec

Big Hit Confirms Jin’s Upcoming Enlistment Via Statement

Jin (Kim Seok-jin) will become the first BTS member to enlist in the army. While Jin’s enlistment date has been speculated for several weeks, Big Hit Entertainment confirmed his enlistment will be soon via a statement. In a Weverse... Read More
5Dec

TEEN TOP CHUNJI’s first solo album, CHUNJI 1st Single [Too late] Scheduler! He’ll be back as a solo artist!

– TEEN TOP CHUNJI’s first solo debut… start one’s activities in earnest TEEN TOP CHUNJI’s first solo album, CHUNJI 1st Single Scheduler! He’ll be back as a solo artist! – TEEN TOP CHUNJI’s... Read More
14Nov

K-Pop Groups We Lost in 2022

Updated: February 15, 2023 Note: This is a dynamic list and will be updated if more disbandments are announced. CW/TW: Article mentions suicide. Sporting one the strongest debut classes in recent years, it’s no secret that 2022 has been one... Read More
17Oct

BTS Will Enlist; Jin to Enlist First

After years of debate regarding if BTS should enlist in the military or not due to their cultural impact, BIGHIT MUSIC announced via a press release all BTS members will start enlisting beginning at the end of 2022. The news came following... Read More
30Aug

HyunA and Dawn Leave P NATION

K-Pop power couple HyunA and Dawn have decided to leave P NATION following their contract expirations. They are the second and third artists to leave PSY’s label following Jessi’s departure July 6, 2022. P NATION shared the departure news... Read More
20Jul

“Gangnam Style” at 10: A Look Back at the Viral Hit’s Legacy

2012 was one of K-Pop’s stand out years thanks to hits from BIGBANG (“Fantastic Baby”), 2NE1 (“I Love You”), FTIsland (“Severely”), EPIK HIGH (“Don’t Hate Me”), Lee Seung-gi (“Return”), T-ara (“Lovey-Dovey”),... Read More
4Jul mcdn 1

MCND, aimed at the MZ generation, reveals the track list! The title song of the new album is ‘#MOOD’

– Leader Castle J’s title song #MOOD Lyricist and co-composition participation, eye-catching! – Simultaneous release of 4th mini album on/offline on July 7th 4th generation global idol group MCND has released the track list... Read More
27Jun

KCrush Interview with VeriVery

VERIVERY a seven member group debuted on January 9, 2019, with Jellyfish Entertainment. This group’s pre-debut song, titled “Super Special,” became an instant hit and was the OST of their first reality show. The members consist of... Read More
10Jun

MCND Announced Its Comeback In July By Releasing A Teaser For The Track Video “W.A.T.1” From Its Fourth Mini Album

– MCND’s 4th mini album pre-released song, “W.A.T.1” teaser! A powerful performance that catches your eyes and ears + melody – Continuing on with the American tour in August, all seats in Europe are sold out! 9... Read More
8Jun

BoA celebrates 21st anniversary of her Japan debut! Latest album ‘The Greatest’ enters Oricon Daily Album Ranking at No.3!

As the excitement from her incredible, emotional 20th anniversary concert the previous day lingered, BoA released her 20th anniversary album ‘The Greatest’ on May 30 – just as she entered the 21st year since her debut in Japan. The... Read More
11May

AleXa Wins Inaugural American Song Contest

Oklahoma-born K-Pop singer AleXa has a lot to celebrate as she was crowned the champion of the American Song Contest! Thank you so much to every single person working behind the scenes! The songwriters, my fellow contestants, my... Read More
18Apr

‘Young Power’ MCND Sold Out all seats at the European concert tour!

– MCND EUROPE TOUR 2022’ successfully completed in 7 cities in 6 European countries – MCND to hold their first K-Pop European concert after the pandemic! – MCND held the first K-pop concert in Switzerland MCND... Read More
14Apr Kim Himchan Admits to Sexual Assault Charges iMAGE

Kim Himchan Admits to Sexual Assault Charges

Trigger warning: Article discusses sexual assault/harassment* and suicide On April 12, 2022, former B.A.P member, Kim Himchan’s sexual assault appeals case was held at the Seoul Central District Court. During the hearing, Kim admitted to... Read More
11Apr BVNDIT Celebrate Third Anniversary, Announce May Comeback Image

BVNDIT Celebrate Third Anniversary, Announce May Comeback

BVNDITBUL: You can breathe a sigh of relief! BVNDIT, who are under MNH Entertainment—home to singer Chungha– debuted in 2019 with the song “Hocus Pocus” off the single album BVNDIT, Be Ambitious! Since debut, BVNDIT released a... Read More
11Apr Lay Announces SM Entertainment Departure Image

Lay Announces SM Entertainment Departure

EXO member Lay (Zhang Yixing) has announced he is leaving SM Entertainment. The announcement came on EXO’s 10th anniversary since they debuted. On April 8, 2022, Lay released a handwritten letter announcing his departure from the company.... Read More

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