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Only 4 Korean Acts Among 116 Entries in Grammys' New Asian Pop Category as Japan's Stars Crowd In

Four Korean acts (IVE, KiiiKiii, FIFTY FIFTY and Park Hyo-shin) are known to have entered the 69th Grammys' new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, while many Japanese artists submitted work. BTS said in July it would not enter, and the major Korean agencies stayed out.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-pop

Piano Man Arranges Yeseul Baek's Remake of Nemo's 2007 Ballad "Harsh Words.. This Cruel Love"

Singer Yeseul Baek remakes Nemo's "Harsh Words.. This Cruel Love" 19 years after the original, with arrangement by singer-producer Piano Man. It is released on the 18th at 6 p.m. on online music sites.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-pop

Nmixx's Comeback Mini Album Strange Muse Includes Group's First Three Unit Songs

Nmixx released a music video teaser for the new title track Birthday Wish a day before the comeback. The sixth mini album, Strange Muse, comes out on the 19th at 6 p.m. with six tracks, including three debut unit songs.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-pop

Lim Young-woong's YouTube Channel Now Just 62 Million Views Shy of 3.3 Billion

Lim Young-woong's official YouTube channel reached 3,237,754,310 total views as of the 17th, adding about 33 million in 24 days. It is roughly 62.25 million short of 3.3 billion.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-pop

Flare U's Choi Lip-woo Shot at Dawn, Kang Woo-jin Joined After Daybreak for the "Bloom" Video

Flare U released their second mini album LOVEHOOD, choosing "Bloom" as the title track from three candidates. The duo spoke about the video shoot, recording, debut nerves and their plans for music shows.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.18

K-pop

LNGSHOT releases music video teaser for pre-release track Masterpiece

The group LNGSHOT has released a music video teaser for "Masterpiece," a pre-release track from their upcoming EP ‘S.W.I.S.H.’

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.17

K-pop

MAX CHANGMIN releases rocker-themed teaser for new title track All Of My Life

TVXQ's MAX CHANGMIN has released a music video teaser for "All Of My Life," the title track of his third mini album. The upcoming pop rock song, which explores affirming life and moving forward, is set for release on the 19th at 6 p.m.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.17

K-pop

TBS Channel 1 to air exclusive footage of BTS Tokyo Dome concert next month

TBS announced that the live performance of BTS's "ARIRANG" world tour at the Tokyo Dome will be broadcast exclusively on TBS Channel 1 on the 28th of next month.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.17

K-pop

ATEEZ HONGJOONG graces the double cover of WWD Korea's November issue

ATEEZ's HONGJOONG features on the double cover of the November issue of WWD Korea, showcasing a relaxed and natural side compared to his powerful stage persona. In an interview, he discusses his solo music, DJ activities, fashion tastes, and his mindset ahead of ATEEZ's comeback.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.17

K-pop

BTS V releases vlog capturing LA performance period... studying Spanish late at night

BTS V released a vlog on the official YouTube channel 'BANGTANTV' documenting his three-day daily life during performances in LA. The video shows him studying Spanish late at night and spending time with members j-hope, Jung Kook, and Jin.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.17

K-pop

COII releases official single ‘1979 Blue’... adding completeness to the emotions of the demo

COII has released the official version of the single ‘1979 Blue’ on the 16th, expanding upon the raw emotions of the demo version released in February. The track explores the modern loneliness and ambivalent feelings of Gen Z amidst social media algorithms and digital connectivity.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

TWS reveals three types of November cover for GQ Korea... participating in CELINE pictorial

Fashion magazine GQ Korea has released three versions of its November cover featuring TWS, who showcased a chic atmosphere in a pictorial with the French luxury brand CELINE. TWS, who are CELINE ambassadors, also recently attended the CELINE Summer Show 2027 in Paris.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

KickFlip paints two faces of youth with ‘Unfinished’ and ‘KICK OFF THE WALL’

KickFlip is presenting two different sides of youth through double title tracks 'Unfinished' and 'KICK OFF THE WALL' from their new mini-album 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1'. The group explores both internal struggles and the determination to move forward through distinct performances.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

SM Receives Permission for Identity Verification of Anonymous X Accounts Demanding SEUNGHAN's Return

SM Entertainment has received permission from a U.S. court to proceed with discovery against X to identify the operators of two anonymous accounts that engaged in organized activities demanding the return of former RIIZE member SEUNGHAN.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

And2ble Teases First Comeback with Five Different Concepts

Group And2ble has announced their first comeback by releasing concept photos showcasing the diverse atmospheres of the five members. The group is set to release their second mini album, 'Sequence 02: Attraction', on the 27th.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

BIGBANG Confirmed to Perform at '2026 MAMA AWARDS' in November

BIGBANG is set to perform at the '2026 MAMA AWARDS' held at Kyocera Dome Osaka on November 20 and 21. This follows G-DRAGON's promise from last year's awards ceremony to return with the members.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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Alarmy to Release MEOVV 'GO HARD' Video Alarm on the 16th... Free for Global Users

Delightroom, the operator of the global wake-up app Alarmy, announced it will release the "MEOVV Video Alarm" on the 16th in collaboration with the global girl group MEOVV from The Black Label. This collaboration celebrates the release of MEOVV's new single "GO HARD" and allows fans to start their day with the artists through a repetitive alarm feature.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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Bada expresses gratitude to Lee Soo-man... "He knew my family's difficult circumstances and paid my university tuition"

Singer Bada, a member of the group S.E.S., shared a heartfelt message on social media expressing her gratitude to former SM Entertainment executive producer and A2O Entertainment key producer Lee Soo-man for his musical guidance and for paying her university tuition due to her family's financial difficulties.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

Military Manpower Administration reviews further service for Song Min-ho over 102-day absence

The Military Manpower Administration is reviewing procedures for Song Min-ho to serve an additional 102 days after his suspended prison sentence became final. The WINNER member apologized for his unauthorized absence during service as a social service worker.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

KiiiKiii sells out Tokyo show for first overseas fan concert

KiiiKiii has sold out its first overseas fan concert, KiiiKiii Festival Japan Edition, scheduled for 6 p.m. on the 25th at Zepp Haneda in Tokyo, Japan. The show follows the group’s Seoul fan concert in May.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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Catch The Young unveils concept photos for new single PARANOIA

Catch The Young has released individual and group teaser images for PARANOIA, due out on the 20th at 6 p.m. The band will also perform in Taiwan and tour Europe.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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LE SSERAFIM begins first European tour as 15,000 London seats sell out

LE SSERAFIM will open its first European tour at The O2 Arena in London on the 16th, with additional seats opened after the initial 15,000 sold out. The tour will feature five concerts in five cities.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

Eric Nam returns with nine-track fourth album after three years

Eric Nam will release Confessions of a Lonely Heart at 1 p.m. on the 16th, marking his first full-length album in three years. Its nine tracks explore love and loneliness, moving from obsession, regret and self-reproach toward acceptance and hope.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

K-pop

NMIXX’s SULLYOON lands double cover of WWD Korea’s November issue

NMIXX’s SULLYOON appears on the double cover of WWD Korea’s November issue. In the accompanying interview, she discusses the group’s sixth mini album, Strange Muse, her first songwriting contribution and her hopes for fans.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16