KPOPWORLD #6 (Yves)

KPOPWORLD #6 (KEYVITUP X VAYONN)

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Choi Yu Ree discusses Stay: Two, the closing chapter of her Stay series, exploring vulnerability, love, fear, and the quiet emotions that shape everyday life through her intimate songwriting.

Choi Yu Ree Is Staying True to Herself

LOONA (이달의 소녀, &quot;Girl of the Month&quot;) is a girl group formed by Blockberry Creative with one of the most ambitious pre-debut projects in K-pop history. From 2016 to 2018, each of the twelve members was individually introduced with her own solo single, music video, and lore before the full group debuted in August 2018. This elaborate rollout created an intricate &quot;LOONAVERSE&quot; mythology that captivated fans who dissected every visual clue and narrative connection. LOONA&#x27;s music spans a remarkable range of styles — from Chuu&#x27;s bubbly &quot;Heart Attack&quot; to the cinematic grandeur of &quot;Butterfly&quot; to the girl-crush energy of &quot;PTT (Paint the Town).&quot; The group gained a uniquely devoted international fandom, Orbits, who turned LOONA into an internet phenomenon long before the group achieved mainstream domestic success. Despite significant company controversies and member departures, LOONA&#x27;s creative ambition and the quality of their discography have ensured their place in K-pop history as one of the most artistically inventive groups of their generation.

LOONA

From LOONA to her evolution as a solo artist, Yves opens up about her journey, creative identity, and the challenges behind her growth in an honest, unfiltered conversation in 2026

The Self-Image of Yves

KEYVITUP is a five-member boy group under iNKODE, formed through the agency’s INTHE X Project. The lineup—Sena, Hyunmin, Taehwan, Rukia, and Jaein—was introduced step by step through pre-debut content, building anticipation around a team designed with a strong performance focus and a clear concept from the start. As part of a dual-group rollout, KEYVITUP was positioned with a trendy and dynamic identity, contrasting with its counterpart group. This concept highlights a more energetic and performance-driven style, setting the tone for their music and overall image even before debut. They are set to make their debut with the self-titled EP KEYVITUP, marking the official beginning of their activities. With pre-debut exposure, international stage appearances, and a defined concept, the group enters the scene with momentum and a clear direction moving forward.

KEYVITUP

For our latest Digital Cover, we sit down with HYUNMIN, TAEHWAN, SENA, JAEIN, and RUKIA to talk about their debut, finding their sound, writing and shaping their own music, the chemistry that holds them together, and where they want to take KEYVITUP next

KEYVITUP - The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

If there’s one aspect of the K-pop promotional cycle that’s considered the most integral, it’s music shows and, consequently, music show wins

What Actually Is a Music Show Win – and How Do Groups Get Them?

KickFlip is a seven-member boy group under JYP Entertainment, consisting of Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Juwang, Minje, Keiju, and Donghyeon. The group was formed through the SBS audition program Loud and debuted in 2025. The group&#x27;s identity connects JYP&#x27;s idol training system with a more youthful, agile performance image. Because several members were already known from a survival-show context, KickFlip&#x27;s debut carried built-in curiosity around how the lineup would translate from trainee competition to a working group. The fandom is known as WeFlip. KickFlip is still early in its career, with its public identity centered on formation, lineup, and debut positioning rather than a long-established legacy.

KickFlip

KickFlip are ready to kick off a new chapter. Ahead of their first world tour in 2027, the JYP Entertainment rookies sit down with KPOPWORLD to discuss their new album KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1

KickFlip Talk KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1 Ahead of First World Tour

Jeon Somi, born Ennik Somi Douma, has made a remarkable journey from reality TV contestant to one of K-pop’s leading soloists.

Jeon Somi: Superstar Soloist

K-pop stars often develop close and supportive relationships with their long-time managers, and SHINee's Key and Taemin are no exception.

Watch the Moment when SHINee's Key and Taemin took on the role of matchmakers for their manager

BLACKPINK's Jennie is currently facing dating rumors with GOT7's BamBam after the two K-pop stars were spotted dining together at Sushi Park, a Japanese restaurant in Los Angeles.

Watch the moment when V and Jennie were reportedly seen enjoying a romantic stroll in Paris

We’re cruising through the 2020s at crazy speed. It feels like only yesterday we were celebrating the start of a new decade.

Xdinary Heroes’ may have gone too far in ‘Troubleshooting’ concept photos

Watch the Moment BTS' Jin blew a flying kiss at Lee Yi Kyung's request at the 2019 MAMA Awards

Western musicians could stand to learn a thing or two from Korean Indie. Whether it’s indie rock or a gentle folk-singer/songwriter track like this one from Kimhwol, brilliant touches and genre innovations abound.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Love, Heart, Faith” by Kimhwol

MAMAMOO’s Hwasa is one of the most versatile and strong female soloists of today’s times.

Hwasa ‘Na’ - An ideology of “I, Me and Myself” wrapped in foot thumping beats

A tale of winter ballads: EXO Edition

There’s a reason why GoryMurgy is being described as Seoul’s indie rock darlings. GoryMurgy takes garage rock, douses it in artsy reverb, and dials the energy up to eleven and makes it anthemic.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Mammal Tree” by GoryMurgy

Mnet's Road to Kingdom, the survival program that propelled many boy groups to fame, is set to make its return for a second season this September, hosted by Taemin of SHINee.

Watch the Moment when THE BOYZ' performed "CHECKMATE" on Road to Kingdom

EVNNE has released the third installment of their remix project, this time collaborating with DJ and producer arcon to reinterpret their debut song, “TROUBLE”.

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Jeon Somi: Superstar Soloist

Watch the Moment when SHINee's Key and Taemin took on the role of matchmakers for their manager

Watch the moment when V and Jennie were reportedly seen enjoying a romantic stroll in Paris

Top Solo K-pop Music Videos from the 2010s

Xdinary Heroes’ may have gone too far in ‘Troubleshooting’ concept photos

Watch the Moment BTS' Jin blew a flying kiss at Lee Yi Kyung's request at the 2019 MAMA Awards

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Love, Heart, Faith” by Kimhwol

Hwasa ‘Na’ - An ideology of “I, Me and Myself” wrapped in foot thumping beats

A tale of winter ballads: EXO Edition

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Mammal Tree” by GoryMurgy

Watch the Moment when THE BOYZ' performed "CHECKMATE" on Road to Kingdom

EVNNE Celebrates Their First Debut Anniversary with the Release of “TROUBLE (arcon Remix)”

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