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Set to Take Over Alamodome Oct. 28–31, 2026

KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition

For their new album &lt;itsnotover&gt;, idntt sat down with KPOPWORLD to talk about where they've been, what this group has demanded of them, and what they refuse to let go of

idntt: The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

Closing a trilogy is easy. Closing it by handing the story back to the people who lived it is something else. EPEX's Youth: Epilogue wraps up two years and three albums of coming-of-age storytelling

EPEX Talks Youth Epilogue, Ownership and Growth

On July 14, inner beauty brand LifePharm announced that genderless group XLOV will become their newest Global Ambassadors. The brand is known for their viral dietary Mood Change Alpha Plus range, described as self-care for K-pop idols

XLOV Announced as Ambassadors for Inner Beauty Brand LifePharm

K-pop’s contract system has undergone many changes since the industry’s inception in the 1990s. From 13-year slave contracts to a reduced term of seven years — with options for renegotiation

K-pop’s Contract System, Explained – And Why So Many Artists Are Leaving Big Labels

It’s a personal observation, but ENHYPEN has an exceptional knack for giving their albums poetic names.

ENHYPEN displays their romantic side with "Only If You Say Yes' MV

aespa made their Japanese debut with the maxi single titled "Hot Mess," featuring the eponymous lead track.

aespa stirs up a "Hot Mess" with tantalizing new music video

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.

THE BOYZ are not taking any of the "Gibberish" from their critics  

Generation five K-pop boy group RIIZE made their Japanese debut with the single "Lucky" and a music video of the same name.&nbsp;

RIIZE feel "Lucky" as they make their Japanese debut

K-pop fans are always eager for collaborations between their favorite idols, and a partnership between a third-generation male idol and two fifth-generation female idols is unexpected, rare, and thrilling.

GOT7's Mark and KISS OF LIFE bring their "SUPERPOWER" to a pulsating OST

FIFTY FIFTY is a rising K-pop girl group under ATTRAKT Entertainment, known for their fresh sound and captivating performances.

Pretty in Pink: FIFTY FIFTY release Starry Night Concept Photos

Certain songs can be best described as "routine songs"—the kind you play on repeat while getting ready for the day, applying makeup, or whipping up breakfast.

KATSEYE unveils a carefree and airy atmosphere in the "Touch" music video

A Japanese girl group based in South Korea, XG showcases K-pop aesthetics with their all-English track, proving that Korean pop has truly gone global.

XG nails it with their latest comeback track "SOMETHING AIN'T RIGHT"

Generation two K-pop stars have a certain classic charisma, nonchalance, and authenticity that sets them apart from today's idols.

BTOB's 90TAN delivers unmatched fun with the lively track "TANG TANG TANG"

Few musical artists can rival BTS' RM in terms of talent, versatility, and artistry.

RM adds a classic 'Tyler, The Creator' twist to the "LOST" MV

As a viewer, one of the first things that struck me about the new K-pop girl group, VVUP, was how relatable and down-to-earth the members appeared.

VVUP makes a stellar comeback with "Ain't Nobody"

All children cherish the soothing lullabies, sung by their parents and grandparents, which help them drift off to sleep and dream sweetly. Similarly, HYUK's music video for "Home" has a similarly heartfelt effect on its listeners.

Comeback