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

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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

K-pop has taken the world by storm, but there's a lot more to it than just catchy tunes and flashy performances.

14 Facts You Might Not Have Known about K-Pop

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

Is your birthday August 17? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Ravi, born Kim Won-sik, is a South Korean rapper, singer, and songwriter who rose to prominence as a member of the boy group VIXX, known for their dark, conceptual music and performances.&nbsp;

Ravi: Pushing Through Obstacles

BTS member SUGA is set to be summoned for questioning by the police after an incident involving him driving an electric scooter while intoxicated.&nbsp;

BTS’s SUGA to Be Summoned for Questioning After Incident Involving Electric Scooter

TXT’s Yeonjun has issued a public apology after facing criticism for posting a picture of his trip to Japan on Korea’s National Liberation Day, a significant holiday that commemorates Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule.&nbsp;

TXT's Yeonjun Issues Public Apology for Posting Japan Trip Photo on Korea’s National Liberation Day

FIFTY FIFTY continues to build anticipation for their upcoming re-debut by introducing a new member, Yewon.&nbsp;

FIFTY FIFTY Introduces New Member Yewon Before Group's Re-Debut

It’s no wonder Tokyo is one of the cities that streams Crystal Tea most. This song pulls no punches. “There There” kicks off with J-pop levels of frenetic energy – and even has similar vocal harmonies. It isn’t, however, a J-pop song.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “There There” by Crystal Tea

GOT7's Youngjae is among the most underrated vocalists in K-pop.

GOT7's Youngjae's "T.P.O" is the musical embodiment of 'Carpe Diem' 

Featured MV of the Day: “Tempo” by EXO

OH MY GIRL is a popular K-pop girl group under WM Entertainment, known for their whimsical, ethereal concepts and versatile music style.

OH MY GIRL - 10th Mini Album Dreamy Resonance Concept Photos

A few days ago, GOT7's BamBam announced that he will be visiting India in December and performing at Mumbai's Yashwantrao Chavan Centre on December 15.

Watch the Moment: GOT7's BamBam shares his desire to visit India

Let’s talk about AKMU’s debut album Play, which is still one of my top nostalgia albums out there.

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