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Girls’ Generation의 리더이자 솔로 가수인 TAEYEON이 6월 29일 일본 히트곡 “Bansanka”의 한국어 리메이크를 발매하며, 새로운 J-POP REMAKE 프로젝트의 첫 번째 볼륨을 시작한다

TAEYEON, Tuki.의 “Bansanka”로 J-pop 리메이크 프로젝트 이끈다

세 개의 이야기, 하나의 질문: K-pop 산업은 그 안의 사람들에게 무엇을 빚지고 있을까? 이번 주에는 K-pop 팬에서 스타가 된 Chase Infiniti가 ATEEZ에 합류하고, Lisa가 sasaeng 스토커 문화에 일침을 놓으며, 전 NCT 멤버 Mark Lee는 남부연합기 사진으로 비판에 직면했다.&nbsp;

지난주 K-pop, 해석하기 (2026년 6월 22일 - 6월 26일)

지난주 K-pop에서는 CLC의 Kwon Eunbin이 26세의 나이로 은퇴했고, TWS의 Shinyu는 실종 아동 캠페인을 지원했으며, Grammys는 엇갈린 반응을 불러온 새로운 Asian Pop 부문을 도입했다. 서로 다른 이야기지만, 결국 하나의 주제로 이어진다. 한 손으로 주고 다른 손으로 빼앗는 산업의 모습이다.

Last Week In K-pop, Interpreted (June 15 - 19, 2026)

스포트라이트에서 물러난 지 10년이 지난 지금, 2세대 K-pop 베테랑 G.NA가 음악으로 돌아온다. 그녀의 공백기는 2016년 성매매 관련 혐의로 유죄 판결을 받은 뒤 시작됐으며, 그녀는 이 이야기를 공개적으로 꺼내기까지도 몇 년이 걸렸다고 말해왔다

10년 후, G.NA는 자신의 이야기를 들려주고 있다

OH MY GIRL의 컴백이 적절한 곡을 선별하는 데 필요한 시간을 이유로 WM Entertainment 측에 의해 2027년으로 연기됐다. 멤버들의 솔로 활동이 우선 진행될 예정이며, 1년 넘게 만에 선보이는 그룹의 첫 정식 발매는 이제 내년으로 미뤄졌다

OH MY GIRL, 컴백을 2027년으로 연기

Did you know that K-pop megastars BTS have collaborated on a track with Danish toy company Lego? Wait, that’s not quite right..

Collab Corner: BTS X Lego

Wholesome ARMY Reddit Thread Has Everyone In the Feels

There’s few things as universal as that crushing, lingering feeling of heartbreak. Whether it be recent or a distant memory, there are still such strong emotions attached to love. Some think it better to avoid love altogether than to feel this hurt, but isn’t there a little bit of solace in knowing it happened?

Ten K-pop Tracks for Heartbreak & Breakups

From topping charts right at debut to becoming the new face of Korea at the Incheon Airport succeeding iconic group BLACKPINK, NewJeans has been making win after win.

Watch the moment - NewJeans featured on the K-Heritage Channel

With so many huge labels in the K-pop world, success often hinges on whether or not a group debuts through a wealthier label. A few groups have become popular without relying on affluence.&nbsp;

GFRIEND: Humble Beginnings

Happy summer to everyone! Now is the season of swimming, picnics, and cookouts with friends. We decided we liked these elements enough to gather up ten of our favorite songs to help craft a perfect summer!

10 K-pop Tracks For the Perfect Summer

All across East Asia, music is having a resurgence. While K-pop fans are certainly well acquainted with Hallyu, the rising wave is lifting all ships in the region – helping budding groups in other East Asian countries reach a global audience like never before.

Watch the Moment Thai Group 4MIX Wowed the Internet With Their Unique Moves

Originally a duo, 10CM (십센치), now helmed solely by Kwon Jung-yeol, has evolved into a singular force in South Korea’s indie scene since their breakout 2010 hit, “Americano.” Revered for their acoustic folk and pop creations spanning from heartfelt ballads to infectious tracks and buoyant melodies, 10CM has solidified its status as a cornerstone of Korean music.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Tell Me It’s Not a Dream” by 10CM

Talking about mental health is never easy, but as awareness of the struggles that so many face has increased, so has the access to resources for those that need it.

10 K-pop Tracks About Mental Health

Did you know that K-pop queens BLACKPINK and American rapper Cardi B have collaborated on a song? Back in 2020, the two groups released the song “Bet You Wanna” on BLACKPINK’s debut album The Album.

Collab Corner: BLACKPINK X Cardi B

K-pop is known for high energy music, impressive dance moves, and (of course) flashy, colorful music videos.

The Color of K-pop: A Song for Every Color

KARD’s provocative song “CAKE” has choreography that’s equally as sensual, serving up slices of slick moves that play into KARD’s unique strengths as a co-ed idol group.

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