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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.

KEYVITUP

Untuk Digital Cover terbaru kami, kami berbincang dengan HYUNMIN, TAEHWAN, SENA, JAEIN, dan RUKIA tentang debut mereka, menemukan warna musik mereka, menulis dan membentuk musik mereka sendiri, chemistry yang menyatukan mereka, dan ke mana mereka ingin membawa KEYVITUP selanjutnya

KEYVITUP - The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

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.

KickFlip

KickFlip siap memulai babak baru. Menjelang tur dunia pertama mereka pada 2027, para rookie JYP Entertainment ini duduk bersama KPOPWORLD untuk membahas album baru mereka, KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1

KickFlip Bicara tentang KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1 Menjelang Tur Dunia Pertama

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.

CLOSE YOUR EYES

Ia mengajak kami menyelami proses penulisan di balik lagu penutup album, bagaimana ia berkembang sejak debut, dan apa yang membuatnya terus ingin melangkah lebih jauh

Temui Sang Member: Wawancara dengan SEO KYOUNGBAE dari CLOSE YOUR EYES – Selalu Makin Tinggi

Ia bercerita tentang pertama kali menemukan bossa nova, apa yang berubah baginya saat berkolaborasi dengan featured artist, dan di mana ia merasa paling terhubung dengan member lainnya

Temui Member: Wawancara dengan KENSHIN dari CLOSE YOUR EYES – Si Penghubung yang Ceria

Pembicaraan kami mencakup kerentanan di studio, rasa gugup yang telah ia atasi sejak awal debut, dan apa yang ia harapkan akan dilihat CLOSER secara berbeda di era ini

Temui The Member: Wawancara dengan SONG SEUNGHO dari CLOSE YOUR EYES – Percikan yang Stabil

B2ST (BEAST) was originally a six member boy group formed by Cube Entertainment. They debuted on October 16, 2009 with the mini album Beast Is The B2ST. On October 15, 2016, The members decided not to renew their contracts with Cube Entertainment. They would go on to establish their own agency Around US Entertainment. On February 24, 2017 Around US announced that the group had changed their name to HIGHLIGHT

B2ST (BEAST)

Bertahan lama dalam K-pop jarang tampak seperti ini. Di ‘Unloved Echo,’ YANG YOSEOP mengembalikan semuanya ke hal yang paling penting – vokal, pengekangan, dan kejernihan emosi

YANG YOSEOP Terus Menempuh Jalan Kreatifnya Sendiri dengan ‘Unloved Echo’

P1Harmony is a South Korean boy group formed and managed by FNC Entertainment. The group debuted on October 28, 2020, with the extended play &quot;Disharmony: Stand Out&quot;. P1Harmony consists of six members: Keeho, Theo, Jiung, Intak, Soul, and Jongseob. Since their debut, the group has released a series of EPs and promotional singles under a narrative continuity that explores themes of identity, conflict, and growth, often described as the &quot;Harmony series.&quot; Their discography includes Disharmony: Break Out (2021), Harmony: All In, Harmony: Set In, and subsequent releases reflecting both commercial and conceptual development. The group is known for strong choreography, narrative-driven concepts, and genre versatility spanning pop, hip-hop, R&amp;B, and EDM influences. P1Harmony has promoted both domestically and internationally, performing on Korean music shows and participating in global events.

P1Harmony

Pertunjukan P1Harmony di Wembley Arena adalah malam yang dibentuk oleh akumulasi daripada percepatan &ndash; hasil dari bertahun-tahun kembali ke Eropa dan membiarkan kepercayaan penonton terbentuk secara bertahap daripada menganggapnya sudah ada.

P1Harmony, Live at Wembley Arena: Legenda yang Sedang Dibentuk

LOONA (이달의 소녀, &quot;Girl of the Month&quot;) is a girl group formed by Blockberry Creative with one of the most ambitious pre-debut projects in K-pop history. From 2016 to 2018, each of the twelve members was individually introduced with her own solo single, music video, and lore before the full group debuted in August 2018. This elaborate rollout created an intricate &quot;LOONAVERSE&quot; mythology that captivated fans who dissected every visual clue and narrative connection. LOONA&#x27;s music spans a remarkable range of styles — from Chuu&#x27;s bubbly &quot;Heart Attack&quot; to the cinematic grandeur of &quot;Butterfly&quot; to the girl-crush energy of &quot;PTT (Paint the Town).&quot; The group gained a uniquely devoted international fandom, Orbits, who turned LOONA into an internet phenomenon long before the group achieved mainstream domestic success. Despite significant company controversies and member departures, LOONA&#x27;s creative ambition and the quality of their discography have ensured their place in K-pop history as one of the most artistically inventive groups of their generation.

LOONA

Tur Eropa Yves yang akan datang telah mengalami serangkaian peningkatan venue dan perubahan tanggal, dengan beberapa pertunjukan dipindahkan ke ruangan berkapasitas lebih besar di Manchester, Amsterdam, Paris, Cologne, dan Munich

Yves Menyesuaikan Tur Eropanya Saat Permintaan Live Mengejar Perencanaan

ATEEZ is an eight-member boy group formed by KQ Entertainment, consisting of Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho. They debuted in October 2018 with Treasure EP.1: All to Zero, launching a pirate-and-treasure storyline that gave their early music a cinematic frame. ATEEZ stood out because their performances felt oversized in the best way. Even before they had the company power of larger labels behind them, the group built attention through intense facial expressions, full-bodied choreography, live-stage energy, and songs designed to explode in concert. &quot;Wonderland,&quot; &quot;Answer,&quot; &quot;Guerrilla,&quot; &quot;Bouncy,&quot; and &quot;Crazy Form&quot; all show that instinct for scale: big chants, dramatic builds, and a sense that every chorus is meant to be shouted back. The members&#x27; roles support that theatrical style. Hongjoong anchors the group as leader and producer, Mingi gives the rap line a deep tone, Jongho brings unusually strong high notes, and San, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, and Wooyoung shape much of the performance identity. ATEEZ&#x27;s fanbase, ATINY, became known for strong international support, helping the group grow from a smaller-agency act into a major global touring name. ATEEZ&#x27;s significance comes from proving how far performance identity can carry a group when it is consistent. Their concepts can be loud, dark, playful, or rebellious, but the core remains theatrical and physical. They made intensity feel like a worldview, not just a comeback style.

ATEEZ

Dirilis sebagai singel utama dari GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4, ‘Adrenaline’ dari ATEEZ hadir pada momen konsolidasi bagi grup — proyek resmi pertama mereka setelah perpanjangan kontrak, dan pernyataan niat yang jelas saat grup memasuki bab berikutnya

‘Adrenaline’ Mengembalikan ATEEZ ke Kecepatan Penuh

MONSTA X is a boy group formed through the survival show No.Mercy and debuted under Starship Entertainment in May 2015. The group is associated with a powerful performance image built around Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, and I.M, with Wonho as a former member. Their sound often leans muscular: EDM drops, hip-hop percussion, dark synths, and choruses designed for heavy choreography. MONSTA X became one of the most forceful performance groups of their generation through a run that moved from the breakthrough energy of &quot;Dramarama&quot; to the sharper drama of &quot;Love Killa.&quot; At the same time, their vocal line and later English-language work showed a smoother R&amp;B and pop side that softened the edges without removing the group&#x27;s intensity. MONSTA X became especially important in the bridge between Korean idol promotion and Western touring. They pursued English-language releases, appeared on American media, and built a strong international audience while keeping a clear group identity. Their fandom, Monbebe, is known for loyalty through lineup changes, military service periods, solo work, and long gaps between full-group schedules. The group&#x27;s legacy rests on consistency and stamina. MONSTA X did not need to reinvent themselves every comeback; they refined a recognizable image of power, charisma, and emotional loyalty. That made them a template for later boy groups that wanted to look tough on stage while still building a close, fan-centered identity off it.

MONSTA X

MONSTA X kembali dengan “growing pains,” single berbahasa Inggris baru yang menoleh ke dalam tanpa kehilangan momentum. Dibangun di atas produksi pop yang dinamis, lagu ini merenungkan ambisi, identitas, dan biaya yang lebih sunyi dari tumbuh besar di bawah sorotan, menelusuri ruang antara ketangguhan dan keraguan diri

MONSTA X Kembali dengan “growing pains”

SKINZ is a virtual boy group under Bridge Entertainment. It consists of seven members: Dovin, Dael, Theo, Finn, Jaon, Ilang Kwon, and Yull. The group uses motion capture technology for their idol activities. They debuted on April 10, 2025, with the single &quot;YOUNG &amp; LOUD.&quot; In December of that year, they made their first appearance as a group at SBS INKIGAYO &#x27;UNI-CON&#x27; in TOKYO DOME.

SKINZ

Grup virtual SKINZ Rilis &lsquo;WHY U MAD’ yang Konfrontatif Menjelang Mini-Album Debut

BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, is a South Korean boy band formed by Big Hit Music in 2010 and debuting on June 12, 2013, with the single album &quot;2 Cool 4 Skool&quot;. The group consists of seven members: RM (leader), Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. The name BTS stands for Bangtan Sonyeondan (“Bulletproof Boy Scouts”), reflecting the group’s original concept of resisting societal expectations and criticism aimed at youth. Members RM, Suga, and J-Hope have played significant roles in songwriting and production throughout the group’s career. BTS first gained widespread attention with the [The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1 era], particularly the single I Need U, which earned the group their first Korean music show win in 2015. Their international breakthrough followed with releases such as Wings and the Love Yourself series. In 2018, &quot;Love Yourself: Tear&quot; became the first album by a Korean act to reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The group achieved further global success with singles including &quot;Dynamite&quot;, &quot;Butter&quot;, and &quot;Permission to Dance&#x27;&quot;, all of which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. BTS is among the best-selling artists in South Korean history and has received numerous international awards, while also participating in global initiatives such as the UNICEF Love Myself campaign. Between 2022 and 2025, BTS paused full-group activities as the members completed South Korea’s mandatory military service. The last member, Suga, was discharged in June 2025, marking the completion of service for all seven members. Following their reunion, the group confirmed they were preparing a new album and world tour for 2026. Their tenth studio album, &quot;ARIRANG&quot;, recorded between July and November 2025, was released on March 20, 2026, marking their first group release in more than three years. The album will be supported by the Arirang World Tour, beginning in April 2026.

Retrospeksi BTS ‘MAP OF THE SOUL: 7’ Diulas

1VERSE, pronounced &quot;Universe,&quot; is a five-member multinational boy group under Singing Beetle. The lineup consists of Aito, Hyuk, Kenny, Nathan, and Seok. They officially debuted on July 18, 2025 with The 1st Verse, with the local profile noting &quot;Shattered&quot; as the debut song. The group drew attention before debut for an unusual member story, including North Korean defector members, but the group&#x27;s identity extends beyond that fact. 1VERSE is a new global-facing boy group whose identity is still forming across early singles, multilingual presentation, and the contrast between personal background and idol performance. Their early releases use the group&#x27;s name as a starting point: one verse, one universe, and a team being introduced piece by piece. Their fandom is known as 5TARZ. 1VERSE is still very early in its career, with its public identity centered on the lineup, debut, attention around the group&#x27;s formation, and the direction of the project.

1VERSE

Rute baru 1VERSE untuk 1VERSE EU TOUR 2026 &lt;SHATTERED&gt; tidak hanya mencolok karena tujuannya — tetapi juga karena bagaimana kota-kota tersebut terpilih

1VERSE Umumkan Tur Eropa SHATTERED dengan Model Rute Dipimpin Fans

Lee Soo-man, pendiri SM Entertainment dan salah satu arsitek sistem idol modern K-pop, mendekati akhir perjanjian non-kompetisi tiga tahun yang membuatnya sebagian besar absen dari produksi musik domestik di Korea Selatan

PERIODE NON-KOMPETE LEE SOO-MAN AKAN BERAKHIR

ARTMS is a 5-member South Korean girl group under MODHAUS. The group consists of JinSoul, HaSeul, Kim Lip, HeeJin, and Choerry from the currently inactive girl group LOONA. They first rebooted the LOONA sub-unit ODD EYE CIRCLE on July 12, 2023. They debuted on May 31, 2024, with their first album, DALL.

ARTMS

Pada 13 Januari, hujan turun di luar Kentish Town Forum. Payung-payung berjajar di sepanjang jalan dalam kelompok yang tak rata, mengelilingi venue dan menumpuk di pinggir antrean

ARTMS, Live di London: The New Club Kids of K-Pop

BOYNEXTDOOR, is a South Korean boy group formed by KOZ Entertainment, a subsidiary of HYBE LABELS. The group consists of six members: Sungho, Riwoo, Jaehyun, Taesan, Leehan, and Woonhak. They debuted on May 30, 2023, with the single album &quot;Who!&quot;, featuring the tracks &quot;But I Like You,&quot; &quot;One and Only,&quot; and &quot;Serenade.&quot; Marketed with a &quot;boy next door&quot; image, the group emphasizes relatable storytelling and youth-centered themes, blending pop, hip-hop, and R&amp;B influences. BOYNEXTDOOR is recognized for its self-produced approach, with members contributing to songwriting and production under the creative direction of KOZ founder Zico. Following debut, they achieved strong rookie sales and growing international popularity through subsequent releases and live promotions.

BOYNEXTDOOR

BOYNEXTDOOR Mendokumentasikan Tur Pertama Mereka dengan ‘BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR ‘KNOCK ON Vol.1’ FINAL - LIVE’

ZEROBASEONE, commonly known as ZB1, is a five-member boy group formed through the Mnet survival show &quot;Boys Planet&quot; in 2023. They originally debuted as a nine-member group — along with AND2BLE&#x27;s members Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin and Han Yujin — under WAKEONE Entertainment, with &quot;In Bloom&quot; setting first-week sales records that demonstrated the massive anticipation built through the survival show. As a project group with a limited contract period, ZB1 operates with an urgency to make every comeback count, and they have delivered with consistent chart-topping releases and sold-out concerts. The group&#x27;s strength lies in their strong individual star power combined with impressive group synergy, cultivated through the intense bonding of their competition experience. Their fandom, ZEROSE, mobilized quickly into one of the most organized fan bases in fourth-generation K-pop. ZB1 represents the continued power of the survival show format to create commercially dominant groups with built-in passionate audiences. On March 15, 2026, they held their last concert as a nine-member boy group, sparking sadness among fans, who had grown fond of the relationship that had developed between the nine boys. As YH Entertainment did not renew the contracts of Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, and Han Yujin with WAKEONE, ZB1 are now promoting their career as a five-member boy group, with Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, and Park Gunwook.

ZEROBASEONE

Menjadi penggemar grup K-pop sering kali membawa risiko menyaksikan bubarnya grup lebih awal atau tiba-tiba, entah karena pergeseran prioritas, penjualan yang buruk, atau keadaan tak terduga

Berita

YANG YOSEOP Terus Menempuh Jalan Kreatifnya Sendiri dengan ‘Unloved Echo’

P1Harmony, Live at Wembley Arena: Legenda yang Sedang Dibentuk

Yves Menyesuaikan Tur Eropanya Saat Permintaan Live Mengejar Perencanaan

‘Adrenaline’ Mengembalikan ATEEZ ke Kecepatan Penuh

MONSTA X Kembali dengan “growing pains”

Grup virtual SKINZ Rilis ‘WHY U MAD’ yang Konfrontatif Menjelang Mini-Album Debut

Retrospeksi BTS ‘MAP OF THE SOUL: 7’ Diulas

1VERSE Umumkan Tur Eropa SHATTERED dengan Model Rute Dipimpin Fans

PERIODE NON-KOMPETE LEE SOO-MAN AKAN BERAKHIR

ARTMS, Live di London: The New Club Kids of K-Pop

BOYNEXTDOOR Mendokumentasikan Tur Pertama Mereka dengan ‘BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR ‘KNOCK ON Vol.1’ FINAL - LIVE’

Ulasan ‘RE-FLOW’: ZEROBASEONE Berdamai dengan Perpisahan yang Tak Terelakkan

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