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2026年10月28日〜31日にAlamodomeを席巻へ

KPOPWORLD Festival & Worldwide Dance Competition

idntt (아이덴티티; read as identity) is an upcoming 24-member boy group under MODHAUS. They are set to make their debut sometime in 2026. The group consists of members divided into 3 rotational sub-units consisting of 8 members each - uneverm8t, yesw8are and itsnotov8r.

idntt

新アルバム &lt;itsnotover&gt; にあたり、idntt はKPOPWORLD と対談し、これまで歩んできた道のり、このグループに求められてきたこと、そして決して手放したくないものについて語った。

idntt: The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

EPEX [‘i:peks] (이펙스), formerly known as C9ROOKIES (C9루키즈) is a 7-member South Korean boy group under C9 Entertainment, consisting of Wish, MU, A-Min, Baekseung, Ayden, Yewang, and Jeff. On November 21, 2025, it was announced that Keum had left the group. They debuted on June 8, 2021, with their first EP album, BIPOLAR Pt.1 : 불안의 서 (Prelude of Anxiety)

EPEX

三部作を締めくくるのは簡単だ。だが、その物語を実際に生きた人たちの手に返して終えるとなれば、話は別。EPEXの「Youth: Epilogue」は、2年にわたる3枚のアルバムで描いてきた青春の物語を締めくくる作品だ。

EPEX、Youthのエピローグ、主体性、そして成長を語る

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

7月14日、インナービューティーブランド LifePharm は、ジェンダーレスグループ XLOV が新たな Global Ambassadors に就任すると発表した。同ブランドは、K-POPアイドルのセルフケアとして紹介されている話題の栄養補助食品シリーズ「Mood Change Alpha Plus」で知られている。

XLOV、インナービューティーブランド LifePharm のアンバサダーに就任

K-popの契約制度は、1990年代にこの業界が誕生して以来、何度も変化を重ねてきた。13年契約の“奴隷契約”から、再交渉の選択肢付きで7年へと短縮された現在まで

K-popの契約制度を解説――そして、多くのアーティストがBig Labelを離れている理由

BTS' youngest members—V, Jimin, and Jung Kook—not only form the group's beloved maknae line (youngest members) but have also shared a close friendship for over a decade since their debut on June 13, 2013

Watch the moment BTS' V, Jimin, and Jung Kook played hide and seek

RM has returned to the K-pop industry with the unique, quirky, and thought-provoking music video “Lost”.

Music Video Review: “Lost” by RM: The Inside Out of K-pop 

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Jun Han from Xdinary Heroes.

Is your birthday August 18? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

BoA, also known as the "Queen of K-pop," is one of the top influential figures in the Korean music industry. Born Kwon Bo-ah on November 5, 1986, in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, she was discovered by SM Entertainment at the age of 11 during an audition her older brother attended.

BoA - The OG Queen of Kpop

While K-pop is often a source of light and goodness in the lives of many fans, it is worth remembering that there are many individuals over the years who have used their influence to hurt others.

Seungri and the Dark Underbelly of the K-pop Industry

A fan meeting organized by BTS member Jimin's father, Mr. Park, has sparked ongoing debate within the BTS fan community and online forums.&nbsp;

Debate Surrounds Canceled Fan Meeting Organized by BTS Jimin's Father

BLACKPINK's Lisa is making waves in the music industry with her latest release, "New Woman," a powerful collaboration with Spanish singer Rosalía.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Rosalía Achieve Major Milestone with New Collaboration “New Woman”

Stray Kids’ Felix has issued a public apology after receiving criticism for mentioning a Japanese song on Korea’s National Liberation Day, a significant holiday commemorating the country’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule

Stray Kids' Felix Issues Apology for Mentioning Japanese Song on Korea’s National Liberation Day

Self described as a “retro culture curator,” Night Tempo takes great delight in remixing and repackaging 1980s East Asian music and sharing it to his fans and followers.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Remember Summer Days” by Night Tempo and Anri

The Korean music group KAVE—comprised of singers, composers, and producers Gaho (singer/composer), Jisang (guitar), Hyun (keyboard), Keninu (drums), and Ownr (keyboard, DJ)—released their debut EP Flight of Ideas along with the lead single "LEGEND" in July.

KAVE makes their debut with the eclectic, sci-fi-themed music video for "LEGEND"

Featured MV of the Day: “Touch” by KATSEYE

SHINee's youngest member, the ace singer, dancer, and performer Taemin, is often dubbed the "Idol's Idol" — a well-deserved title, as he has inspired countless aspiring K-pop stars. With his fifth EP, ETERNAL, set to drop on August 19, we thought it would be the perfect time to pay tribute to his solo debut song, "DANGER."

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