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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

Music has the power to give voice to the feelings that are otherwise impossible to put into words.

Daily Non-K-Pop Spotlight: “Like the snow in winter” by Asahi

Thai fan Pimwa delivered a soulful acoustic rendition of Stray Kids' song "Red Lights" from their 2021 album NOEASY.&nbsp;

Fan Spotlight: Thai fan Pimwa delivers an acoustic cover of Stray Kids' "Red Lights"

Is your birthday October 21? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

BLACKPINK’s Rosé has made waves with her highly anticipated single "APT." in collaboration with Bruno Mars. The track, which was released ahead of her debut solo album, has quickly climbed iTunes charts across the globe. As of its release, "APT." topped both the worldwide and European iTunes song charts, marking a significant achievement for the artist.The collaboration between Rosé and Bruno Mars has taken the music world by storm, reaching No. 1 on iTunes charts in 51 regions, including Australia, France, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, and Thailand. The song also made a strong debut at No. 8 on the iTunes charts in the United States, making Rosé the first Asian female solo artist to debut a track straight into the top 10 in the country."APT." was produced by Bruno Mars, alongside acclaimed producers Cirkut, Omer Fedi, and Rogét Chahayed. The single serves as the lead track from Rosé’s upcoming debut studio album rosie, which is set to release on December 6. The 12-track album promises to be her most personal work to date, with Rosé co-writing every song on the project, including "APT."As Rosé continues to solidify her solo career, "APT." showcases her evolving artistry and sets high expectations for her forthcoming album. Fans worldwide are eager to hear the rest of rosie and witness Rosé’s growth as a singer-songwriter.https://open.spotify.com/track/5vNRhkKd0yEAg8suGBpjeY?si=cb69620ab29e4bf7&nbsp;

Rosé and Bruno Mars’ Collaboration "APT." Tops iTunes Charts Worldwide

Irony best describes P1Harmony's latest title track, "Sad Song," from their seventh mini-album of the same name.

P1Harmony sings through musical blues in the upbeat "Sad Song" MV

Min, formerly of idol group Miss A, held a release party for her new EP titled Prime Time in New York City on her birthday, June 21.

Party for Min: Prime Time Release Party in NYC

On October 17, J-Hope was officially discharged from the military, reuniting with BTS' oldest member, Jin, as they both return to civilian life and group activities.

Watch the Moment when J-Hope and Jin proved they were scaredy cats

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Chaelin from Fanatics.

Is your birthday October 20? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Featured MV of the Day: “9 Days” by RIIZE

If you’re familiar at all with legendary Korean singer Kim Jung Mi, you probably are aware of her equally legendary song “Haenim.”

Daily Non-K-Pop Spotlight: “Blow Spring Breeze” by Kim Jung Mi

SEVENTEEN’s 12th mini album Spill The Feels has achieved a major milestone, surpassing 3 million copies sold in its first week.

SEVENTEEN’s ‘Spill The Feels’ Surpasses 3 Million Sales in First Week

As a long-time K-pop fan, one of the aspects I admire about generation two K-pop artists is their carefree abandon.

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