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TNX (an acronym for The New Six) is a five-member boy group under P NATION. Originally debuting as six members, the group was formed through the SBS survival program LOUD, a collaboration project between J.Y. Park and PSY. They officially debuted on May 17, 2022 with their first mini album Way Up. The group’s lineup was finalized during the finale of LOUD in 2021, where Kyung Jun, Tae Hun, Hyun Soo, Jun Hyeok, Hwi, Sung Jun, and Tanaka Koki were selected for P NATION’s upcoming boy group. However, in January 2022, P NATION announced that Tanaka Koki would not debut with the team in order to continue training, leading the group to debut as six members under the name TNX. On their debut day, they also introduced their fandom name THX, meaning “Together with TNX.” Following their debut, TNX continued building their discography with releases such as Love Never Dies, Boyhood, and the digital single &quot;Fuego&quot;, while also participating in the survival competition Road to Kingdom : Ace of Ace in 2024. During this period, member Jun Hyeok temporarily paused activities due to anxiety before later returning to the group. In October 2024, it was announced that member Kyung Jun would enlist in the military and depart from the group following the completion of his service, reducing TNX to five members. The group continued activities with releases including the mini album For Real? in 2025 and the digital single &quot;Call Me Back&quot; in 2026, maintaining their growth under P NATION.

TNX han pasado cuatro años construyendo una reputación basada en la performance. Con "Die Another Day", salieron a buscarla en un terreno nuevo

TNX Hablan de Rock, Voces en vivo y de no contenerse

Más allá del K-pop, géneros del sudeste asiático como el P-pop están ganando atención internacional. Al frente de este impulso está la boy band SB19, que llega a San Antonio para mostrar exactamente por qué

KPOPWORLD Festival Spotlight: SB19

XLOV is a South Korean boy group formed by 257 Entertainment and currently managed by [WM Entertainment]. The group consists of four members: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. They debuted on January 7, 2025, with the single album I&#x27;mma Be. XLOV gained attention for promoting a genderless concept, incorporating androgynous styling and performances that challenge traditional gender norms in Kpop. The group&#x27;s name combines &quot;X,&quot; representing the unknown and negation, with &quot;LOV,&quot; symbolizing incomplete love, while their fandom name, EVOL, represents the completion of that concept. Several members were previously known through survival programs before debut. Wumuti, Rui, and Haru participated in Boys Planet, while Wumuti was also active in the project group WATERFIRE before helping form XLOV. The group is particularly noted for Wumuti&#x27;s involvement in songwriting and production, including contributions to their debut release. Since debuting, XLOV has released music including I&#x27;mma Be and I ONE, earning recognition for their distinctive concept, performance style, and growing international fanbase. In 2026, the group&#x27;s management structure changed following the acquisition of 257 Entertainment by WM Entertainment through RBW. Their music primarily incorporates elements of hip-hop, R&amp;B, and pop, while their visual identity and performances have distinguished them as one of the more unconventional rookie acts of the fifth generation of Kpop.

XLOV

Desde su debut en enero de 2025, XLOV han convertido el estilismo sin género en la base de toda su identidad, no solo en un look al que un miembro recurre de vez en cuando

Cómo el estilismo sin género de XLOV está rompiendo el molde del K-pop

WHIB is a seven-member boy group under C-JeS Entertainment, consisting of members Kim Junmin, Haseung, Jinbeom, UGeon, Leejeong, Jaeha, and Wonjun. Originally an octet, they debuted on November 8, 2023, with the single album Cut-Out. The group was first teased in November 2021 as the trainee group M.I.C, which stood for “Made in C-JeS.” On September 7, 2023, it was revealed that the group would debut as an eight-member group under the name WHIB, along with introductions to the new members. In 2025, members LeeJeong, Junmin and Wonjun competed on the Mnet survival show Boys II Planet, ranking 12th, 13th, and 62nd, respectively. On October 16, it was announced that member Inhong had departed from the group. WHIB released their first mini album, ROCK THE NATION, on January 29, 2026.

WHIB

Compositor y letrista dentro del grupo, JUNMIN aborda la música desde la melodía, al mismo tiempo que abraza la capacidad de WHIB para moverse entre distintos sonidos y estilos

Una entrevista con KIM JUNMIN de WHIB: el creador musical con oído para la melodía

Jay Park encabeza el primer KPOPWORLD Festival de la historia, y si conoces su trayectoria, esa elección tiene todo el sentido

KPOPWORLD Festival Spotlight: Jay Park

This is the kind of song that has such a well-executed opening drop that you can’t help but become a fan.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “H O M E” by HANRORO

Stray Kids' "Chk Chk Boom" can be aptly described as the "best of many worlds.

Stray Kids create a musical multiverse with "Chk Chk Boom"

Featured MV of the Day: “Simply” by ADOY

Cherry Bullet is a K-pop girl group under FNC Entertainment, debuting in January 2019. The group originally started with ten members, but now has seven: Haeyoon, Yuju, Bora, Jiwon, Remi, Chaerin, and May.

Cherry Bullet’s Colorful “Q&A” Concepts were Total Eye Candy

The K-pop version of the Olympics, known as the Idol Star Athletics Championships, has gifted fans with unforgettable memories.

Watch the Moment Tzuyu and Irene faced off in an archery rivalry  By Anwaya Mane

Let’s dive into BIBI’s EP THE MANUAL FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO LOVE (사랑하는 사람들을 위한 지침서).

Listening Party: The Manual For People Who Want To Love by BIBI

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Minseo from Woo!Ah!.

Is your birthday August 12? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on November 17, 1988, Eric Nam is a Korean-American singer, songwriter, and entertainer who’s been killing it in the music scene since his debut. What’s awesome about Nam is that he’s not just a talented artist, but is also super down-to-earth and relatable, making him a favorite among fans all over the world.Nam first gained attention back in 2011 when he appeared on the Korean singing competition show Star Audition: Birth of a Great Star 2, where his smooth vocals and charming personality got people talking. He officially debuted in 2013 with the mini-album Cloud 9, featuring the lead single "Heaven’s Door." This song is such a vibe—super chill and catchy, showing off his sweet, melodic voice. It was the perfect intro to what Eric Nam is all about.One of his most popular tracks is "Honestly..." which dropped in 2018. This song is a total bop with a catchy chorus and relatable lyrics about the complications of love and honesty. The whole album had a more mature, modern pop sound, and it was clear Nam was evolving as an artist. Then there's "Congratulations," a collab with Marc E. Bassy, which came out in 2019. It’s a phenomenal mix of K-pop and Western pop, with a hook that gets stuck in your head for days. Plus, the music video is a whole mood, capturing those bittersweet post-breakup feels.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQE1rTd_YcEEric Nam isn’t just about the music, though. He’s also known for his work as a TV host and interviewer, having worked on shows like After School Club, where he charmed audiences with his wit and fluency in English and Korean. He’s also interviewed some big-name celebrities like Robert Downey Jr., Emma Watson, and even Benedict Cumberbatch, making him a legit bridge between K-pop and Western pop culture.&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHJyfokY5Dw&nbsp;In 2020, Nam took things to the next level by releasing his first English album, Before We Begin, which further showcased his versatility and appeal to global audiences. He’s also super active on social media and hosts his own podcast, Daebak Show with Eric Nam, where he shares his thoughts on life, music, and everything in between.&nbsp;Eric Nam is the kind of artist who feels like a friend—someone who’s talented but also super relatable. Whether you’re into K-pop or just great music in general, Eric Nam is definitely someone you need to check out.

Eric Nam

WJSN, also known as Cosmic Girls, is a shining example of a girl group that—despite finding less success than its generational peers like BLACKPINK and Red Velvet—still deserves a spotlight. By blending their ethereal concept, diversity of talent, and comradery, WJSN is sure to see more future success.

WJSN (Cosmic Girls): Celestial Talent

BLACKPINK recently celebrated their 8th anniversary in a special way, hosting a “Pink Carpet” event to mark the premiere of their new movie, BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] IN CINEMAS.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK Celebrates 8th Anniversary with Emotional “Pink Carpet” Event and Movie Premiere

Gyeongree, also known as Kyungri from the popular group 9MUSES, is gearing up for her highly anticipated solo comeback after a six-year hiatus. The singer will be releasing her first mini album, titled Eternal Bloom, which features two tracks, "Cherry" and "Butterflies."

Gyeongree of 9MUSES Announces Solo Comeback with Eternal Bloom Mini Album

At midnight KST on August 10, NCT Dream kicked off the countdown to their highly anticipated comeback by releasing the first teaser image for their upcoming English single.&nbsp;

Noticias

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “H O M E” by HANRORO

Stray Kids create a musical multiverse with "Chk Chk Boom"

Featured MV of the Day: “Simply” by ADOY

Cherry Bullet’s Colorful “Q&A” Concepts were Total Eye Candy

Watch the Moment Tzuyu and Irene faced off in an archery rivalry By Anwaya Mane

Listening Party: The Manual For People Who Want To Love by BIBI

Is your birthday August 12? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Eric Nam

WJSN (Cosmic Girls): Celestial Talent

BLACKPINK Celebrates 8th Anniversary with Emotional “Pink Carpet” Event and Movie Premiere

Gyeongree of 9MUSES Announces Solo Comeback with Eternal Bloom Mini Album

NCT Dream Drops First Teaser for Upcoming English Single, Set for August 23 Release

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