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Set to Take Over Alamodome Oct. 28–31, 2026

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.

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For their new album &lt;itsnotover&gt;, idntt sat down with KPOPWORLD to talk about where they've been, what this group has demanded of them, and what they refuse to let go of

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)

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Closing a trilogy is easy. Closing it by handing the story back to the people who lived it is something else. EPEX's Youth: Epilogue wraps up two years and three albums of coming-of-age storytelling

EPEX Talks Youth Epilogue, Ownership and Growth

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.

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On July 14, inner beauty brand LifePharm announced that genderless group XLOV will become their newest Global Ambassadors. The brand is known for their viral dietary Mood Change Alpha Plus range, described as self-care for K-pop idols

XLOV Announced as Ambassadors for Inner Beauty Brand LifePharm

K-pop’s contract system has undergone many changes since the industry’s inception in the 1990s. From 13-year slave contracts to a reduced term of seven years — with options for renegotiation

K-pop’s Contract System, Explained – And Why So Many Artists Are Leaving Big Labels

BTS' youngest members—V, Jimin, and Jung Kook—not only form the group's beloved maknae line (youngest members) but have also shared a close friendship for over a decade since their debut on June 13, 2013

Watch the moment BTS' V, Jimin, and Jung Kook played hide and seek

RM has returned to the K-pop industry with the unique, quirky, and thought-provoking music video “Lost”.

Music Video Review: “Lost” by RM: The Inside Out of K-pop 

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Jun Han from Xdinary Heroes.

Is your birthday August 18? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

BoA, also known as the "Queen of K-pop," is one of the top influential figures in the Korean music industry. Born Kwon Bo-ah on November 5, 1986, in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, she was discovered by SM Entertainment at the age of 11 during an audition her older brother attended.

BoA - The OG Queen of Kpop

While K-pop is often a source of light and goodness in the lives of many fans, it is worth remembering that there are many individuals over the years who have used their influence to hurt others.

Seungri and the Dark Underbelly of the K-pop Industry

A fan meeting organized by BTS member Jimin's father, Mr. Park, has sparked ongoing debate within the BTS fan community and online forums.&nbsp;

Debate Surrounds Canceled Fan Meeting Organized by BTS Jimin's Father

BLACKPINK's Lisa is making waves in the music industry with her latest release, "New Woman," a powerful collaboration with Spanish singer Rosalía.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Rosalía Achieve Major Milestone with New Collaboration “New Woman”

Stray Kids’ Felix has issued a public apology after receiving criticism for mentioning a Japanese song on Korea’s National Liberation Day, a significant holiday commemorating the country’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule

Stray Kids' Felix Issues Apology for Mentioning Japanese Song on Korea’s National Liberation Day

Self described as a “retro culture curator,” Night Tempo takes great delight in remixing and repackaging 1980s East Asian music and sharing it to his fans and followers.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Remember Summer Days” by Night Tempo and Anri

The Korean music group KAVE—comprised of singers, composers, and producers Gaho (singer/composer), Jisang (guitar), Hyun (keyboard), Keninu (drums), and Ownr (keyboard, DJ)—released their debut EP Flight of Ideas along with the lead single "LEGEND" in July.

KAVE makes their debut with the eclectic, sci-fi-themed music video for "LEGEND"

Featured MV of the Day: “Touch” by KATSEYE

SHINee's youngest member, the ace singer, dancer, and performer Taemin, is often dubbed the "Idol's Idol" — a well-deserved title, as he has inspired countless aspiring K-pop stars. With his fifth EP, ETERNAL, set to drop on August 19, we thought it would be the perfect time to pay tribute to his solo debut song, "DANGER."

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