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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

EXO is one of those groups whose members have a diverse and versatile vocal range. Fondly dubbed as “Nation’s vocalist” by EXO-Ls (EXO’s fans), CHEN aka Kim Jong Dae is one of the most proficient singers in recent times. The singer can really hold a high note!

CHEN says “Love You” in his latest special digital single

SHAWOLs would agree that SHINee's Key and Minho are like Tom and Jerry—they constantly bicker and squabble when they’re together, yet they can’t imagine life without each other.

Watch the moment when SHINee's Key and Minho were playfully squabbling like an old married couple

&nbsp;BTS' stage performances are always unforgettable, and their appearances at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) are no exception.&nbsp;

Watch the moment when Jung Kook dazzled everyone with his walk at the 2018 MAMA Awards

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Hanni from NewJeans.

Is your birthday October 6? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Ahn Chil Hyun, popularly known as Kangta, is one of K-pop’s earliest superstars.

Kangta: K-pop’s OG

Stray Kids' album ATE has been recognized as the best-selling K-pop album in the United States for 2024, according to JYP Entertainment on October 5 KST.

Stray Kids' ATE Named Best-Selling K-Pop Album in the U.S. for 2024

On October 4 KST, New Balance Korea announced aespa's Winter as their new brand muse, marking another high-profile collaboration for the idol.

aespa's Winter Named Brand Muse of New Balance Korea

It’s great to know Korean indie artists can sing in cursive, too.&nbsp;

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Scared That Ill Miss U” by 8+acid

Baekhyun is undeniably one of the most talented and in-demand artists of his generation.

Baekhyun serves a deliciously tempting title track "Pineapple Slice" MV

Featured MV of the Day: “In Bloom” by ZEROBASEONE

BTS members have known each other for over a decade, forming a close-knit septet for 11 years and training together for years before that. This long history has fostered a warm and loving friendship, filled with playful teasing and camaraderie.

Watch the Moment when BTS members delivered a parody version of SUGA's "Daechwita"

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Hunter from xikers.

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