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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.

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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

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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.

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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

CLOSE YOUR EYES (also shortened as CYE) is a seven-member boy group under UNCORE. They were formed through JTBC&#x27;s survival show PROJECT7. They made their debut on April 2, 2025, with the mini album &quot;Enternalt&quot;. PROJECT7 started airing on October 18, 2024, and the finale was broadcast live on December 27, 2024, revealing the group name, CLOSE YOUR EYES, and the seven winners, in order: Ma Jingxiang, Kenshin, Jeon Minwook, Seo Kyoungbae, Song Seungho, Jang Yeojun, and Kim Sungmin. Before joining PROJECT7, Jeon Minwook had already debuted as a member of the boy group BAE173 and the project group A-SIX. Additionally, Ma Jingxiang was a contestant on Boys Planet, while Jang Yeojun also participated in Boys Planet and was a contestant on Wild Idol.

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He talks us through the writing process behind the album's closing track, how he's grown since debut, and what drives him to keep reaching further

Meet The Member An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' SEO KYOUNGBAE – Always Climbing Higher

He talks discovering bossa nova for the first time, what collaborating with a featured artist changed for him, and where he feels most connected to the rest of the group

Meet The Member: An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' KENSHIN – The Playful Connector

From reworking a jazz-funk classic on his own terms to what jazz has taught him about performing alongside the group, JINGXIANG reflects on curiosity, energy, and connection

Meet The Member: An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' MA JINGXIANG – The Curious Colour-Chaser

Let’s talk about HEIZE’s 2017 EP /// (You Dark Clouds Rain) is an iconic EP from the artist that is a perfect blend of R&amp;B, hip-hop, and deep feels.

Listening Party! /// (You Dark Clouds Rain) by HEIZE

Fans were surprised to see Kim Minha from Pachinko teaming up with BTS' RM for the music video of "Come Back To Me," a track from his sophomore album, Right Place, Wrong Person.

Watch the Moment: Kim Minha and RM pair up for "Come Back To Me" MV

Let’s talk about HYUKOH’s album 20, a gem that’s packed with indie vibes and raw emotions.

Listening Party! 20 by HYUKOH

Nano, formerly known as Jung Yo-seob, is a South Korean singer and songwriter who gained recognition as a member of the K-pop group History under LOEN Entertainment.

Nano Punishment Concept Photos

Let’s take a trip down memory lane and talk about one of the most iconic summer albums in K-pop history—SISTAR’s Touch N Move.

Sistar’s Touch N Move Listening Party

Sometimes there are those people who make such an impact on our lives that we want to celebrate and remember them forever.

What’s in a name? 10 K-pop tracks named after people

Kang Daniel is one of the most loved K-pop artists of the current times. He was on a 15-month hiatus following legal issues with his former label KONNECT Entertainment.

Five songs to make you fall in love with Kang Daniel all over again

Alright, let’s dive into Yerin Baek’s album Every letter I sent you., which is an absolute vibe from start to finish.

Listening Party: Every letter I sent you. by Yerin Baek

K-pop idols often showcase their admiration for other musicians by covering songs in different languages, giving fans a peek into their personal playlists.

Watch the Moment: SEVENTEEN's Joshua covered Dhruv's "Double Take"

This song by chiyoonhae and Dajung is dreamy and serene, with chord changes that border on psychedelic. It feels like the male/female vocal pairing is mixed in such a way to maximize brain stimulation, with chiyoonhae’s vocals front and center and Dajung panned hard left and right. Her vocals really shimmer and shine throughout the track in a beautiful way.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Zenly (feat. Dajung)” by chiyoonhae

We’ll start by being completely honest: this song isn’t for everyone. But it will delight a very, very specific subset of music enthusiasts. If you’re someone who loves process and duration and lives for long, intense builds with incredibly rewarding payoffs, this song might be for you.&nbsp;

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Know You Did” by bongjeingan

Life is full of questions. From simple questions like “What should I eat for breakfast?” to questions of the soul like “Why are we here?”, there always seems to be something you can wonder about.

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