KPOPWORLD #5

KPOPWORLD #4

KPOPWORLD #3

KPOPWORLD #2 (Poster Version)

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

K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY made a dream-like debut with their song "Cupid," which became an overnight sensation.

FIFTY FIFTY set their sights high with a dreamy debut in the "Starry Night" music video

Featured MV of the Day: “LALISA” by LISA

MAMAMOO’s Hwasa is one of the most versatile and strong female soloists of today’s times.

Hwasa ‘Na’ - An ideology of “I, Me and Myself” wrapped in foot thumping beats

The headline highlights our honest review of the Portugal-based dance group Heart Gun’s impressive cover of BTS' youngest member Jung Kook’s hit track, "Standing Next To You."

Fan Spotlight: Portugal-based dance group Heart Gun delivers electrifying cover of BTS' Jung Kook's "Standing Next To You"

A tale of winter ballads: EXO Edition

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Junhyeok from TNX.

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

K/DA is a virtual K-pop girl group created by Riot Games, featuring four characters from League of Legends: Ahri, Akali, Evelynn, and Kai'Sa.

K/DA: Pop Stars Indeed

BVNDIT (pronounced "Bandit"), an acronym for "Be Ambitious and Do It," was a five-member K-pop girl group formed as MNH Entertainment’s very first girl group.&nbsp;

BVNDIT: The K-pop Girl Group Whose Fame Was Short-Lived

On September 18, Sony Electronics unveiled a new Smoky Pink color option for their popular WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 noise-canceling headphones. The new release is part of a collaboration with K-pop sensation LE SSERAFIM, aligning with the group’s sleek and powerful image.This announcement follows a wave of success for LE SSERAFIM, including their first No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart for their mini-album CRAZY, and their recent win at the 2024 MTV VMAs, where they took home their first Moonman for "PUSH Performance of the Year." The group's growing global influence adds a fresh energy to the new product launch.The WH-1000XM5 and WF-1000XM5 headphones have been widely praised for their top-tier noise-canceling technology and superior audio quality. Now, with the Smoky Pink colorway, the headphones also feature a stylish design inspired by LE SSERAFIM’s fearless and elegant aesthetic. Fans can now enjoy their music with a product that reflects both function and fashion.To promote the collaboration, LE SSERAFIM’s members—Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae—starred in a futuristic campaign video showcasing the headphones alongside their hit track CRAZY. The group shared their excitement about the collaboration, emphasizing the importance of their connection with fans and how the headphones enhance the experience of enjoying their music.According to the press release, “The Smoky Pink WH-1000XM5 headphones and WF-1000XM5 earbuds will be available in selected countries in South East Asia from September 2024.”https://open.spotify.com/track/4gxEY3Mh5FZZDAJAKPNrCS?si=3270958ccbca4852&nbsp;

Sony Introduces Smoky Pink 1000X Headphones in Collaboration with LE SSERAFIM

tripleS is preparing to make their highly anticipated return with a new project, adding to the exciting lineup of K-pop comebacks this season.

tripleS Announces Exciting Comeback

Starship Entertainment is enjoying a resurgence in success, largely thanks to their girl group IVE, who has become a favorite among young fans, earning the nickname "president of the elementary schoolers."

IVE Leads Starship's New Wave of Success, but CRAVITY Struggles to Keep Up

There’s a reason why GoryMurgy is being described as Seoul’s indie rock darlings. GoryMurgy takes garage rock, douses it in artsy reverb, and dials the energy up to eleven and makes it anthemic.

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