k-pop artists

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TWICE’s ‘Talk That Talk’ Music Video Does Not Disappoint

The nine members of the K-pop girl group don't need record charts anymore to validate their talent — their discography speaks for itself.…

September 10, 2022

BLACKPINK Announces Release Date for New Album ‘Born Pink’

Morgan Thomas, Wayne State University

The K-pop group’s influence reaches far beyond the borders of South Korea, encouraging individuality and bringing happiness to many around the world.…

August 13, 2022

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BLACKPINK Is ‘Ready for Love’ in Their New Music Video

Megan Garcia, Arizona State University

The record-breaking K-pop girl group released a virtual gaming music video in collaboration with PUBG Mobile that has risen to the top once again.…

August 12, 2022

How K-pop Idols Are Affected by South Korea’s Mandatory Military Service

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

As if the country's music industry wasn't competitive enough, members of popular music groups must eventually face the additional challenge of serving in the military.…

January 11, 2022

SHINee: The Group That Probably Started All of Your Favorite K-Pop Trends

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

While the South Korean boy band has made a name for themselves within the genre, they also paved the way for other bands to do the same.…

November 8, 2021

K-Pop Wouldn’t Be K-Pop Without the Choreography

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

Korean pop groups are everywhere, but they wouldn't dominate as much as they do without the hard work of the people who design their dance moves.…

October 4, 2021

How K-Pop Redefined Masculinity (But There’s Still a Long Way To Go)

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

Korean bands like H.O.T. and BTS have done a lot to normalize 'soft masculinity,' but South Korean culture as a whole remains patriarchal and heteronormative.…

September 16, 2021

K-Indie Artists That Will Enrich and Bring Fresh Air to Your Playlists

Karen Lu, Yale University

The Korean indie music genre truly has something for all music enthusiasts, from R&B and hip-hop to rock and alternative.…

September 4, 2021

An illustration of the BTS x McDonald's meal.

BTS Continues To Prove Their Global Influence With Their McDonald’s Collaboration

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

While this collab was by no means expected, ARMY fans everywhere were pleasantly surprised and couldn't be more proud of their idols.…

June 14, 2021

Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez for an article on SHINee's Atlantis

SHINee’s Repackaged Album ‘Atlantis’ Makes Waves

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

You can always count on the iconic boy group to produce hit after hit, and they don't appear to be stopping anytime soon with the release of their newest album.…

May 1, 2021

Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez for an article on BTS's Film Out

BTS’s Japanese Single ‘Film Out’ Reflects On the Bitterness of Nostalgia

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

In the second Japanese single from the renowned boy band, they tell the story of how hard it can be to let go of the past and look toward the future.…

April 18, 2021

On Her Solo Debut, ‘R,’ Rosé Forges Her Own Path

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The Blackpink singer has conquered the world alongside her fellow girl-group members. Now she is ready to shine on her own and pay homage to her past.…

April 6, 2021

Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez for an article on Rosé

Rosé’s Solo Debut Gives Fans a Glimpse Into Her Heart

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

Taking a step back from the high energy, girl crush music of Blackpink, the group's main vocalist reflects on life and love with her debut single album, 'R.'…

March 24, 2021

An illustration of famous K-pop group, BTS

BTS Blurs the Lines Between ‘Femininity’ and ‘Masculinity’

Karen Lu, Yale University

The K-pop group presents an image that breaks away from traditional gender norms and propels us into a new era of self-love and acceptance.…

March 18, 2021

Illustration by Lexey Gonzalez for an article on Querencia

No Genre Is Off-Limits in Chungha’s Debut Album, ‘Querencia’

Mai Khou Vang, Michigan State University

From Latin pop to house to rock ballads, the singer and her first full-length album refuse to be put in a box.…

March 3, 2021

In article about One in a Million, a picture of Mark Tuan and Sanjoy

On ‘One In a Million,’ Mark Tuan and Sanjoy Link Up for a Song About Love

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

GOT7’s Mark Tuan and Sanjoy team up for the song 'One In a Million,' a smooth R&B love song perfect for Valentine’s Day weekend.…

February 13, 2021

GOT7 Has Departed From JYP Entertainment — What Comes Next?

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

Overlooked and neglected by their record label, the seven members of the K-pop boy group are now striking out on their own — as a team.…

January 31, 2021

Refund Sisters Unites Female K-Pop Idols From Different Generations

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

What makes this Korean pop supergroup such a success? It may be the multi-generational cast of experienced singers.…

December 1, 2020

Lee Su-hyun’s Debut Solo Track “Alien” Highlights the Beauty of Being Different

On ‘ALIEN,’ Lee Su-hyun Highlights the Beauty of Being Different

Sammi Looi, Baruch College

One half of the brother-sister duo AKMU, the musician is spreading a message of positivity with her debut single.…

November 10, 2020

Hyukoh Might Be Redefining How Global Audiences See Korean Music

Megan Stager, University of Pittsburgh

While K-pop remains Korea's most popular musical export, this indie rock band is forging the way for a few other styles of music to emerge from the country.…

October 8, 2020