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The Seoul-born singer-songwriter is 17 years old, less than two years into her career, and already operating on her own terms – writing and producing her music

ZIN CHOI: Listen at Your Own Risk

David Yong's route into K-pop doesn't follow the standard idol playbook. After discovering the genre through BIGBANG and TWICE, the Singaporean entrepreneur drew on years of vocal training as he took on Korean-language study, dance lessons, and recording in Seoul

From Fan to Artist-Executive: David Yong on His K-pop Journey

Beyond the K-pop groups and the choreography that dominate headlines, another wave of singer-songwriters and independent artists from South Korea’s music scene has been building its own audience. DORI is part of that wave, though she arrived at it from an unlikely direction

DORI Speaks in Colour

Cortis, is a South Korean boy band formed by Big Hit Music. The group consists of five members: Martin, James, Juhoon, Seonghyeon, and Keonho. They debuted on August 18, 2025, with the digital single “What You Want&quot; followed by their first EP, &quot;Color Outside the Lines&quot;. The group’s name is derived from the phrase “Color Outside the Lines,” reflecting their concept of creative freedom and nonconformity. Cortis has been promoted as a self-producing “creator crew,” with members participating in songwriting, choreography, and visual direction. Blending pop, hip-hop, and experimental elements, the group gained early attention for their performance skills, self-produced content, and strong rookie-year sales, establishing them as one of Big Hit Music’s newer generation acts.

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CORTIS built "FaSHioN" around a lyric that refuses the idea that style needs money – 200 million streams later, the track is still their clearest statement of intent

CORTIS’ First Anniversary Positions Them As K-Pop Fashion Royalty

dodree is the first Subunit of the girl group DDDD 25. The unit is composed of members Na Yeongjoo and Lee Songhyun. They debuted on January 21, 2026, with the single album &quot;Just Like A Dream&quot;.

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dodree calls their sound "K-rossover Pop" – pansori vocals, gayageum riffs, and dance moves pulled from traditional Korean line-drawing movement, subverted within their growing catalog by utilising modern elements like trap beats and dreamy synths

dodree: The Mysterious Duo Under JYP

PSY, born Park Jae-sang on December 31, 1977, is a South Korean singer, rapper, songwriter, and producer who became a global sensation with his viral hit “Gangnam Style” in 2012.

PSY: Viral Sensation, Musical Pioneer

Pronounced “Dawn,” this Korean singer/songwriter has crafted a neo-soul gem that would make John Mayer jealous.&nbsp;

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Last” by Dvwn

There are so many cool photos coming out every day, and sometimes you just need to take a moment to step back, breathe, and appreciate the cool things that came before.

Throwback Concept of the Day: STAYC’s YOUNG-LUV.COM

The life of a K-pop idol is demanding, requiring immense dedication, perseverance, and sacrifice.

Watch the Moment when BTS' Jung Kook forgot his own birthday

The best thing about Korean Indie music is how it borrows textures from other textures and repurposes them in ways you don’t see coming.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “I Want to Be Closer to You” by SOLE

T-ara is a legendary K-pop girl group that debuted in 2009 under MBK Entertainment (formerly Core Contents Media).

Photo Flashback: T-ara’s “Lovey Dovey” concept photos

Cross-cultural interactions between K-pop stars and artists of other backgrounds always delight fans, and ENHYPEN’s Sunghoon dancing to "Big Dawgs" by Hanumankind was an unexpected yet thrilling surprise for Indian ENGENEs.

Watch the Moment: ENHYPEN's Sunghoon grooved to "Big Dawgs" by Hanumankind

Seohyun, born Seo Joo-hyun on June 28, 1991, is a South Korean singer, actress, and former member of the legendary K-pop girl group Girls’ Generation (SNSD).&nbsp;

Seohyun: Inspiration for All

Leellamarz rose to prominence on Show Me the Money 5. The South Korean rapper’s talents as a vocalist are every bit as impressive as his lyrical flow, slipping soulfully in and out of strong falsettos.&nbsp;

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Talk tomorrow” by Leellamarz and meenoi

KJRGL is an upcoming six-member boy group under Sony Music Entertainment Korea, set to make their official debut soon.

KJRGL Release Pre-debut Single Concept Photos

Loco, born Kwon Hyuk-woo on December 25, 1989, is a South Korean rapper and songwriter known for his smooth flow, relatable lyrics, and significant influence in the Korean hip-hop scene.

Loco: Korean Hip-Hop Royalty

Generation three K-pop boy group THE BOYZ made a dynamic return with their third full-length Japanese album, Gibberish, featuring the title track of the same name, released in July this year.

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