New releases, charts, and music show performances
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IVE's 'BANG BANG' achieves the first perfect all-kill of 2026, marking a historic milestone for the girl group.
P1Harmony is set to return on March 12 with a thrilling new concept, as they tease their fans with a cinematic trailer for their upcoming release titled “THE HERO IS MISSING.”
In a significant development, SHINee's Taemin has officially parted ways with Big Planet Made Entertainment, marking the end of his contract with the agency.
K-pop continues to dominate the global music scene, claiming seven of the top ten positions on the IFPI's Global Album Sales Chart for 2025, highlighting the genre's immense popularity and commercial success.
Rosé from BLACKPINK and HUNTR/X have achieved remarkable success, dominating the IFPI’s Global Single Chart for 2025.
Stray Kids continues to break records as their hit song “S-Class” becomes their sixth music video to surpass 300 million views on YouTube.
Stray Kids and SEVENTEEN have both secured spots in the top 15 of the IFPI's Global Artist Chart for 2025, showcasing their immense global influence and commercial success.
The latest Circle Chart reveals that ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, Hwasa, and Car, The Garden have achieved remarkable success by topping both the monthly and weekly charts.
Circle Chart announces the latest official certifications, recognizing K-Pop artists for their remarkable achievements in album sales and streaming.
H1-KEY has officially kicked off their comeback season with the release of concept photos for their upcoming mini album, 'LOVECHAPTER'.
BTS's first interview since 2022 in GQ Magazine has sparked comparisons to fanfiction, highlighting the band's storytelling prowess and connection with fans.
ATEEZ continues to rise in the K-Pop scene, securing their second win for 'Adrenaline' on 'Music Bank'. With strong competition, their victory cements their position as a leading group in the industry.
OH MY GIRL is set to make a highly anticipated full-group comeback, bringing together all six members for a series of activities. This marks a significant reunion for the group amidst recent changes in their management.
MBC’s “Music Core” will not air next week, affecting the show's schedule and upcoming voting events.
TWICE's iconic track 'What Is Love?' has made history as the group's first music video to surpass 900 million views on YouTube. This milestone marks a significant achievement in their career and highlights their enduring popularity.
2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for K-pop fans in Singapore with a jam-packed schedule of concerts and events featuring top idols!
The recent RIAJ certifications highlight the growing influence of K-Pop in Japan’s music landscape, showcasing the impressive streaming numbers of several iconic groups and artists.
ATEEZ has reached a remarkable milestone with their latest album, selling over one million copies in just one week.
IVE has generated excitement among fans by releasing the track list for their upcoming full-length album 'REVIVE+'. With teasers set to roll out soon, fans are eagerly awaiting their next musical chapter.
BTS faces backlash as their upcoming album is linked to a producer with a controversial past. Fans are divided on how this will affect the group's reputation and upcoming release.
i-dle has revealed their latest official light stick design, version 3, featuring a sleek aesthetic and symbolism reflecting the unique identities of its members.
With BTS's highly anticipated comeback performance approaching, the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency is gearing up for a significant security operation to ensure the safety of both the artists and their fans.
Jisoo's solo music video for 'earthquake' has reached a significant milestone, marking a remarkable achievement in her solo career.
IVE is set to captivate fans once again with the pre-release of their new track “BANG BANG.” As they prepare to unveil their second full-length album, anticipation is building among the K-Pop community.
ATEEZ showcases their exceptional choreography in the new dance practice video for their title track “Adrenaline” from the mini album “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4.”
NCT WISH's 'Cham Cham Cham' has become the first K-Pop boy group short to hit 100 million views on YouTube.
TREASURE's mini album 'LOVE PULSE' has achieved platinum certification in Japan, marking a significant milestone in their career.
The news about BTS member Suga filming a solo music video has sparked mixed opinions within the fan community.
BLACKPINK's music video for 'AS IF IT’S YOUR LAST' has surpassed 1.5 billion views, marking it as their fourth official MV to reach this milestone.
SEVENTEEN reaches a significant milestone as their music video for “Don’t Wanna Cry” surpasses 300 million views on YouTube, marking their first MV to achieve this feat.
Stray Kids celebrates another milestone as their music video for “CEREMONY,” featuring a cameo by League of Legends player Faker, reaches 100 million views on YouTube.
BTS's music video for 'Save ME' has surpassed 800 million views, marking the group's 10th MV to achieve this milestone on YouTube.
MAMAMOO’s Hwasa has reached a meaningful milestone! On January 30 at approximately 9:30 a.m. KST, the music video for Hwasa’s 'Good Goodbye' surpassed 100 million views on YouTube, marking it as her 3rd and fastest solo MV to achieve this feat.
BOYNEXTDOOR is set to release their first live album, capturing the essence of their inaugural concert tour.
tripleS is set to thrill fans with two full-group comebacks in 2026, showcasing their expansive lineup in a unique project focused on 'LOVE&POP.'
BTS’s upcoming album is already shaping up to be their biggest release yet! According to album distributor YG PLUS, BTS’s upcoming fifth full-length album “ARIRANG” recorded 4.06 million stock pre-orders as of January 22—just one week after pre-orders opened on January 16.
ENHYPEN's latest mini album has made waves in the K-Pop industry by selling over 2 million copies in its first week.
EXO’s latest comeback is off to a strong start! On January 19 at 6 p.m. KST, EXO made their long-awaited return with their eighth studio album “REVERXE” and its title track “Crown.”
FNC Entertainment has officially confirmed that P1Harmony is preparing for a comeback in March, marking their first Korean release in about 10 months.
Billlie is set to return with their pre-release single 'cloud palace ~ false awakening' on January 19, following a teaser announcement.
K-Pop once again demonstrates its massive appeal in the U.S. music market, taking over more than half of the top 10 best-selling CDs for 2025.
ENHYPEN has achieved the highest first-day sales of 2026 thus far with 'THE SIN : VANISH,' topping global iTunes charts.
Stray Kids and the “KPop Demon Hunters” soundtrack have made significant waves in the U.S. music market, being recognized among the top-selling albums of 2025.
BTS has announced details for their upcoming comeback with their fifth full album titled "ARIRANG," set for release on March 20. Here is the full guide on versions, schedule, and tracklist.
Hearts2Hearts is set to return with a new digital single toward the end of February, as confirmed by an SM Entertainment representative.
The 2025 year-end charts have been revealed for Circle Chart, showcasing the accumulated digital and album data for the year based on streaming and download statistics.
Stray Kids, CORTIS, NCT DREAM, and others receive Circle Million and Platinum certifications for their impressive album sales.
Stray Kids continues to lead the Billboard World Albums chart with their albums 'DO IT' and 'KARMA,' while several other K-Pop groups also secure top positions.
ATEEZ has officially announced their comeback date for February, unveiling a teaser for their upcoming release.
