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NewJeans haven't released music in nearly two years – but their fingerprints are all over K-pop's last two years anyway. Now, with ADOR confirming the group are in Copenhagen working on new music, the question isn't just when they're coming back

How NewJeans’ Potential Comeback Could Change The Entire K-pop Industry

Two incidents, two very different responses – and one pattern that keeps repeating itself. @chyandblack looks at the back-to-back controversies involving G-Dragon and RIIZE's Eunseok, and asks the question K-pop fans have been asking for years: at what point does ignorance become negligence?

When K-pop Idols Become Repeat Cultural Offenders — When Does It Stop?

Ten is quietly building something of his own – a Bangkok-based production company launched this week with his name written all over it, even without an official statement

Last Week In K-pop, Interpreted (May 4 - 8, 2026)

This week's Comeback Corner covers two boy group debuts, a girl group picking up where they left off, and a cultural reunion ten years in the making

Comeback Corner: Billlie, B:DAWN, YUHZ & More

KARINA and NINGNING made their Met Gala debut on Monday night, and they did not come to blend in. The timing is deliberate. aespa drop new single "WDA (Whole Different Animal)" on 11 May.

KARINA and NINGNING Make Met Gala Debut in Prada and Gucci

Although 2nd-gen K-pop groups generally fizzle out, one group has maintained momentum over almost two decades of activity.&nbsp;

Super Junior: Shaping the Hallyu Wave

iKON's Koo Jun Hoe is stepping into the solo spotlight with his first mini-album, set for release on July 3. Announced by 143 Entertainment on June 26, this project marks Jun Hoe's debut as a solo artist, promising to showcase his unique musical style and versatility across various genres.

iKON's Koo Jun Hoe Set to Drop Debut Solo Mini-Album on July 3

Bada, the main vocalist of S.E.S. and an accomplished solo artist, is gearing up for an exciting concert this summer.

S.E.S.'s Bada Set to Host PINK SUMMER DREAM Concert in July

Aespa is making waves with their hit "Supernova," breaking records on the Melon weekly chart. Released on May 13 as a pre-release track from their first full-length album.

aespa Breaks Records with "Supernova," Dominates Charts

EST Crew has released a new dance cover of New Jeans’ song HOW SWEET and it’s so fire! Featuring the crew’s youngest members, the dance cover is as bubbly as the track.

Fanspotlight - EST Crew takes the streets of Barcelona dancing their cover of HOW SWEET by NEW JEANS

Although most girl groups are known for their sweet and girly concepts, ITZY’s sound is energetic and fearless.

ITZY: Have Trust, Girls

Artists in the music industry often stick to a single style or genre, but one band is delivering music with 180º differences between their songs.

NCT: Limitless Members and 180º Success

BABYMONSTER is proving their popularity and fan loyalty. They&nbsp; just surpassed 6 million subscribers on YouTube!

BABYMONSTER Sets New YouTube Milestone with 6 Million Subscribers

Get ready for the grand comeback of MBC’s beloved Idol Star Athletics Championships (ISAC)!

'Idol Star Athletics Championships' Set to Return After Two-Year Hiatus

Girls’ Generation has hit another major milestone on YouTube!

Girls’ Generation Sets New YouTube Milestone with “The Boys”

Min Yoon-gi, better known by his stage names Suga and Agust D, is a prominent South Korean rapper, songwriter, and producer under Big Hit Entertainment (part of HYBE Corporation).

Suga: From Underground Rap to Global Stardom

Breakups are sadly incredibly common in K-pop. At best, groups are created with a built-in expiration date, and very few survive long enough to have that contract renewed. At worst, they struggle through lineup changes and controversy throughout their entire lifespan – sometimes until the group no longer contains any of its original members.

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