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Girls’ Generation leader and soloist TAEYEON is set to release a Korean remake of Japanese hit “Bansanka” on June 29th, kicking off the first volume of the new J-POP REMAKE project

TAEYEON Leads J-pop Remake Project with Tuki.’s “Bansanka”

Last week in K-pop, CLC’s Kwon Eunbin retired at 26, TWS’s Shinyu backed a missing children campaign, and the Grammys introduced a new Asian Pop category that drew mixed reactions. Different stories, same theme: an industry that gives with one hand and takes with the other

Last Week In K-pop, Interpreted (June 15 - 19, 2026)

Three stories, one question: what does the K-pop industry owe its people? This week, superfan-turned-star Chase Infiniti joins ATEEZ, Lisa calls out sasaeng stalker culture, and former NCT member Mark Lee faces criticism over a Confederate flag photo.&nbsp;

Last Week In K-pop, Interpreted (June 22 - June 26, 2026)

Ten years after retreating from the spotlight, second-gen K-pop veteran G.NA is returning to music. Her hiatus followed a 2016 conviction on prostitution-related charges – a chapter she's said took her years to even speak about publicly

Ten Years Later, G.NA Is Telling Her Own Story

OH MY GIRL's comeback has been delayed to 2027, with WM Entertainment citing the time needed to select the right material. Solo projects from the members will come first, with the group's first full release in over a year now pushed to next year

OH MY GIRL Delay Comeback to 2027

Jo Kwon bid farewell to Cube Entertainment as his exclusive contract came to a close on June 17, 2024.

Jo Kwon Parts Ways with Cube Entertainment

It’s hard to believe that Jin is already back from military service! It seems like just yesterday ARMY was wishing him well and he was saying goodbye with his solo track “The Astronaut.” With Festa 2024 now behind us, let’s look back at what made this return so special and all the big moments that helped fans reconnect with the idol.

BTS Festa 2024: Top Moments from Jin’s Return

Everyone knows the only way to keep a band relevant is to continue releasing music at a consistent pace. Taking too long between releases has frustrated the trajectory of so many artists.

Day6: A Little Every Day Goes a Long Way

With the many many names to keep track of in K-pop, it can be easy to miss when a group hasn’t had a comeback in a while if you haven’t been tuned into the discussion. One such case you may have missed is the girl group MOMOLAND.

MOMOLAND: What Happened??

Yesterday, Billboard Magazine announced a major achievement for Jungkook, the beloved Maknae of BTS, with his latest digital single "Never Let Go" storming into the Hot 100 chart at number 97 for this week.&nbsp;

Jungkook Makes Billboard History Again with “Never Let Go” Debut on the Hot 100

TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) is breaking ground with their latest announcement: a VR concert experience titled “HYPERFOCUS.” Revealed via their official social networking service on June 18 KST, TXT unveiled a breathtaking concert poster and teaser that made fans excited.

TXT Unveils 'HYPERFOCUS': A Groundbreaking VR Concert Experience Set to Redefine Fan Engagement

SHINee's Key has kicked off the countdown for his upcoming single 'Tongue Tied' with a captivating schedule poster release.

SHINee's Key Unveils Countdown for New Single 'Tongue Tied'

The South Korean boy band ONE PACT has released their comeback single album PARADOXX.

FXX OFF: ONE PACT returns with attitude 

VERIVERY (Korean: 베리베리) is an all-male South Korean K-pop group formed and managed by Jellyfish Entertainment. Assembled in 2018, they eventually made their official debut on January 9, 2019.&nbsp;

Who is VERIVERY?

While people from South Korea and people from Japan will likely scream in shock or disbelief after reading the title of this article, it’s sadly a valid question for Western listeners who are completely unfamiliar with the music of East Asia.&nbsp;

K-pop and J-pop: What’s the Difference?

Girls' Generation's Taeyeon sparked a lively online debate following a recent episode of her YouTube series, 'Taeng-Forest.'

Taeyeon Stirs Up Pizza Debate and Offers Fan Advice on 'Taeng-Forest'

TWICE's Nayeon has returned to the spotlight with her highly anticipated solo comeback album 'NA,' headlined by the infectious track "ABCD." Released on June 14 KST, the album made an immediate impact on the charts and in sales figures.

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