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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）

第一線から退いて10年。第2世代K-popのベテラン、G.NAが音楽の世界に戻ってくる。2016年の売春関連容疑での有罪判決を受けて活動を休止していた彼女は、その出来事について公に語るまでに何年もかかったと明かしている

10年後、G.NAが自分の物語を語る

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

On July 16, 143 Entertainment unveiled the group name and logo for their latest venture, MADEIN, through their official Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and other social media platforms.&nbsp;

MADEIN: 143 Entertainment Unveils New Group Featuring Kep1er’s Yeseo and Mashiro

The Black Label (더 블랙 레이블; stylized as THEBLΛƆKLΛBEL) is a prominent South Korean record label and an associate company of YG Entertainment, founded in 2015 by renowned producers Teddy Park and Kush.

Have you heard of The Black Label’s new girl group?

Girls’ Generation, also known as SNSD (So Nyeo Shi Dae), stands as a historic and forever iconic group in K-pop history. Formed by SM Entertainment in 2007, the group originally consisted of nine members: Taeyeon, Sunny, Tiffany, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung, Yoona, Seohyun, and Jessica.&nbsp;

Girls Generation are Forever

Breaking through in the K-pop industry is tough and requires more than talent—groups need perseverance, creativity, and a great fanbase.&nbsp;

Cherry Bullet: Cute as a Cherry, Strong as a Bullet

aespa's track "Supernova" from their first full-length album has soared to the top of major domestic music charts, securing the number one position on Melon and Genie for the week of July 8-14, according to charts released on July 15.&nbsp;

aespa's "Supernova" Dominates Domestic Charts and Achieves Milestone Streams

On July 16 KST, Billions Entertainment announced that Kim Sunggyu, the leader of INFINITE and a celebrated musical actor, has officially joined their roster.&nbsp;

Kim Sunggyu Joins Billions Entertainment for Expansive Career Opportunities

At the conclusion of the fourth day of his Never-Never fan meeting, SHINee’s Taemin delighted fans with the announcement of his upcoming fifth mini album, set to drop in August.

SHINee’s Taemin Announces New Mini Album Release in August

VICTON, a boy group formed by IST Entertainment in 2016, stands out in the K-pop scene for their diverse talents and unique trajectory.&nbsp;

VICTON: Like No One Else

It’s immediately apparent that THE BOYZ are simply a group of down-to-earth young men pursuing and succeeding in their passion.

THE BOYZ: Down-To-Earth Performers

aespa's Karina has experienced yet another wardrobe malfunction, sparking discontent among fans. The incident occurred during a performance in Japan on July 14, when her top ripped on the side, nearly exposing her upper body and undergarment.

aespa's Karina Faces Another Wardrobe Malfunction, Fans Voice Concerns

TRENDZ, CRAXY, ICHILLIN', and solo artist U-Chae have announced a joint tour across North America, named the K-pop Breakout Tour 2024.

TRENDZ, CRAXY, ICHILLIN', and U-Chae Announce K-pop Breakout Tour 2024

NewJeans made a striking debut of their five-member performance of "Supernatural" on a Korean music show,

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