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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

LOONAからソロアーティストとしての進化まで。Yvesが自身の歩み、創作のアイデンティティ、そして成長の裏にある苦悩について、2026年の率直で飾らない会話の中で語る。

Yvesのセルフイメージ

Choi Yu Reeは、親密なソングライティングを通して、脆さ、愛、恐れ、そして日々の暮らしを形づくる静かな感情を掘り下げたStayシリーズの締めくくりとなるStay: Twoについて語る。

Choi Yu Reeは自分らしさを貫く

K-popのプロモーションサイクルで最も重要な要素があるとすれば、それは音楽番組、ひいては音楽番組での1位だろう

音楽番組の「1位」って実際何？ そしてグループはどうやって獲得するの？

「Only thing」で、JISUNGはソロアーティストとして新たな章を開く。消えかけた関係の不確かさを、ぼんやりとしたスローバーンのロックバラードへと昇華させた。

JISUNG、「Only thing」で語るソロデビュー、感情の脆さ、そして自分らしいサウンドの見つけ方

BLACKPINK is a four-member South Korean girl group under YG Entertainment &mdash; Jisoo, Jennie, Ros&eacute;, and Lisa &mdash; who debuted on August 8, 2016 with Square One and its double single "Boombayah" and "Whistle." As YG's first girl group since 2NE1, they were positioned not as a large idol ensemble but as four sharply drawn performers, each with her own vocal tone, visual identity, and role. The name itself encodes that duality: "black" for a hard, self-assured edge, "pink" for glamour and pop accessibility. Jennie and Lisa's clipped rap sections anchor the percussive center of most songs while Jisoo and Ros&eacute; supply melodic lift, a structure recognizable across producers, languages, and markets &mdash; from the sparse whistle hook of their debut to the heavy drops of "DDU-DU DDU-DU." Scarcity shaped their ascent as much as output did. They released comparatively few songs in their early years, which turned each comeback into an event rather than a routine promotional beat. The tradeoffs were real, but attention concentrated on a tight set of songs, videos, and stage moments: "Kill This Love," "How You Like That," "Pink Venom," and "Shut Down" became templates for a global-facing K-pop built on impact, visual clarity, and instantly repeatable hooks. Their reach came from more than charts &mdash; they linked the idol system to global pop, luxury fashion, digital fandom, and festival culture, becoming the first Korean girl group at Coachella in 2019 and the first K-pop act to headline it in 2023. Western collaborations, fashion-house partnerships, and an enormous social footprint carried them to audiences with no prior interest in Korean music. All four built substantial solo careers in music, acting, fashion, and brand work, making the group a clear case of group and solo identities reinforcing each other. After renewing with YG for group activities, their individual paths grew more independent while BLACKPINK continued as a shared brand and performing unit. Their real significance lies less in records broken than in normalizing a model where a K-pop girl group functions at once as an idol act, a global pop project, and four standalone celebrity careers. Their fandom is called BLINK.

BLACKPINK

BLACKPINK’s JISOO is bringing her solo universe into streetwear with “JISOO CLICK by Off-White,” a limited-edition Fall/Winter 2026 capsule inspired by her single “CLICK”

JISOO Makes It “CLICK” With New Off-White Collaboration

Since their formation in 2015, TWICE has been a sensation in K-pop. With nine members known for their infectious pop and dance tunes, like "Like OOH-AHH" and "Fancy," they have absolutely captivated the hearts of fans worldwide. Their catchy melodies and dynamic performances have made them a powerhouse in the industry, celebrated for their charm, great technique, and hype stage presence.

Watch the Moment TWICE Showed Off Their Vocals Live on KILLING VOICE

One of the best parts of music is its power to take you away into faraway places, real or imaginary.

Ten K-Pop Tracks to Whisk You Away to Neverland

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Junho from NOMAD.

Is your birthday July 11? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Berry Good was a girl group who formed in 2014 under Asia Bridge Entertainment and officially disbanded in 2021.&nbsp;

Berry Good (but Not Quite Good Enough)

ILLIT's popularity shows no signs of waning as they maintain a strong presence on the U.S. Billboard global charts.

ILLIT Continues Dominance on Global Charts

RIIZE’s Wonbin, known for his iconic long hair since his debut, took fans by surprise earlier this year with a dramatic hair transformation, opting for a shorter style.

RIIZE’s Wonbin Sparks Excitement with Hair Transformation

The boy group MIRAE, under DSP Media, is disbanding after three years in the music industry. On July 9 KST, DSP Media revealed that the members have decided to end their group activities following extensive discussions and mutual agreement.

MIRAE Announces Disbandment After Three-Year Journey

The Korean rock group 3rd Line Butterfly don’t really fit cleanly into any genre distinction. They just make great music in whatever style they want.

Daily Non-K-Pop Spotlight: “Zero” by 3rd Line Butterfly

Julie, Natty, Belle, and Haneul are back. After making their debut under S2 Entertainment a year ago with their self titled EP, the group known as KISS OF LIFE is back to follow up that runaway success.

KISS OF LIFE returns with “Sticky” new single

Featured MV of the Day: “Dreams Come True” by S.E.S.

Now that (G)I-DLE’s has already reached their seventh mini-album (not to mention their two full-length albums), we wanted to look back at where it all began, the group’s first mini-album I Am.

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Watch the Moment TWICE Showed Off Their Vocals Live on KILLING VOICE

Ten K-Pop Tracks to Whisk You Away to Neverland

Is your birthday July 11? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Berry Good (but Not Quite Good Enough)

ILLIT Continues Dominance on Global Charts

RIIZE’s Wonbin Sparks Excitement with Hair Transformation

MIRAE Announces Disbandment After Three-Year Journey

Daily Non-K-Pop Spotlight: “Zero” by 3rd Line Butterfly

KISS OF LIFE returns with “Sticky” new single

Featured MV of the Day: “Dreams Come True” by S.E.S.

Throwback Concept: Cute Rookie (G)I-DLE’s First Mini-Album

Is your birthday July 10? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

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