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KPOPWORLD #2

Girls’ GenerationのリーダーでソロアーティストのTAEYEONが、6月29日に日本のヒット曲「晩餐歌」の韓国語リメイクをリリースし、新プロジェクトJ-POP REMAKE の第1弾を飾る。

TAEYEON、Tuki.の「晩餐歌」でJ-popリメイクプロジェクトを先導

先週のK-popでは、CLCのKwon Eunbinが26歳で引退を発表し、TWSのShinyuが行方不明の子どもを支援するキャンペーンに参加し、Grammy Awardsが新たなAsian Pop部門を導入して賛否を呼んだ。出来事は違っても、根底にあるテーマは同じ。片手で与え、もう片手で奪う業界だということだ。

先週のK-popを読み解く（2026年6月15日 - 19日）

3つの話題、ひとつの問い――K-pop業界は自分たちの人々に何を返すべきなのか。今週は、元“熱烈ファン”で今やスターとなった Chase Infiniti が ATEEZ に参加し、Lisa が sasaeng のストーカー文化に苦言を呈し、元 NCT メンバーの Mark Lee が南部連合旗の写真をめぐって批判にさらされた。

先週のK-popを読み解く（2026年6月22日 - 6月26日）

OH MY GIRLのカムバックが、適切な楽曲を選定するために必要な時間を理由にWM Entertainmentによって2027年へ延期された。メンバーのソロプロジェクトが先行し、1年以上ぶりとなるグループとしての本格的なリリースは来年に持ち越されることになった。

OH MY GIRL、カムバックを2027年に延期

MYSTIC STORYは、デビューから2年、SM Entertainmentが同社株式を売却してから1年後に、第5世代ボーイグループARrCの解散を発表した。

MYSTIC STORY、ARrCの解散を発表

BTS's Jimin has made a significant impact with his second solo album, Muse.

BTS's Jimin Climbs Spotify Charts with “Who” from Second Solo Album Muse

Dal Shabet, a South Korean girl group created by E-Tribe under Happy Face Entertainment, made their debut on January 3, 2011, with their EP Supa Dupa Diva. Initially composed of Viki, Serri, Ah Young, Jiyul, Kaeun, and Subin, the group quickly captured attention.&nbsp;

Dal Shabet: A Return to Form

Moonbyul, born Moon Byul-yi on December 22, 1992, in Bucheon, South Korea, is a standout figure in the K-pop industry.&nbsp;

Moonbyul: Shine like a Star

BLACKPINK's Jisoo has reached a significant milestone with her debut solo album ME, surpassing 1 billion streams on YouTube Music. This achievement underscores her global popularity and the strong reception of her solo efforts.

Jisoo's Solo Album ME Surpasses 1 Billion Streams on YouTube Music

HyunA has sparked attention by deleting all photos of her ex-boyfriend Dawn from her Instagram account.

HyunA Removes All Photos of Ex-Boyfriend Dawn from Instagram

Coupang Play's highly anticipated original Korean series, “Influenza”, starring BLACKPINK's Jisoo, has recently completed filming and is gearing up for its long-awaited premiere.

BLACKPINK's Jisoo Wraps Filming for Coupang Play's New Series “Influenza”

HyunA, born Kim Hyun-ah, burst onto the K-pop scene as a member of Wonder Girls in 2007. However, due to health issues, she exited the group shortly after and joined Cube Entertainment, where she became a part of the girl group 4Minute in 2009.

Wonder Girl to Girlboss: HyunA

f(x), the trailblazing South Korean girl group formed by SM Entertainment in 2009, has carved out an indelible mark on the K-pop landscape.&nbsp;

f(x): Down, but Not Out

K-pop girl group BLACKSWAN is set to make a return to the music scene later this month. On July 19, the group unveiled a teaser image on their official social media platforms, sparking anticipation among fans.

BLACK SWAN Announces Exciting Comeback for Later This Month

K-pop girl group ILY:1 is gearing up for a highly anticipated comeback in August. According to their label FC ENM, the group is preparing to release a new album next month, just four months after their digital single “I MY ME MINE” dropped in April.

ILY:1 Set for August Comeback with New Album

KISS OF LIFE Faces Criticism Following Recent Live Performance

The K-pop world can feel stale with music produced by the same person over and over. But WINNER aims to take over the K-pop world with a refreshing breath of new music, utilizing a blend of genres, self-production, and amazing visuals.

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