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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

SUPER JUNIOR’s Eunhyuk and ONE PACT’s Jongwoo have been developing an eight-person boy band for the last several years. Now, that group – known as Celest1a – is ready to make their debut.

The concepts for Celest1a’s debut are bold and daring

As one of the entries for the inaugural KPOPWORLD “COVER KING” dance competition, Prince Dance Crew is an up-and-coming dance cover group that’s been getting a lot of attention on YouTube lately as they steadily grow their fanbase.

Prince Dance Crew performs “Bite me” by ENHYPEN 

With this crazy, bustling world we live in, it can be hard to find time to just relax and let your body recharge. Getting a good night’s sleep is important for many reasons, but if nothing else, it makes you feel better about everything.

Nighty night! 10 K-pop Songs about Sleep

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Hyojung from Oh My Girl.

Is your birthday July 28? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Kevin Woo's journey in the K-pop scene is a compelling blend of cross-cultural experiences and versatile artistry.

Kevin Woo: A New Chapter

Kim Jun-su, better known as Junsu or XIA, is a versatile South Korean artist renowned for his skills in singing, songwriting, dancing, and musical theater.&nbsp;

Junsu: Idol, Artist, Entrepreneur

Jay Park may be an American, but this rapper, dancer, and singer has made a significant impact on South Korea's music scene.&nbsp;

Jay Park’s Journey is Insane

LUN8 has revealed the tracklist for their highly anticipated 3rd mini album, AWAKENING.

LUN8 Unveils Track List for Upcoming Mini Album AWAKENING

NewJeans fans have expressed their displeasure with HYBE by sending protest trucks to the front of the company's building. The protest, organized by fans, addresses recent concerns over alleged information leaks related to the group.

NewJeans Fans Protest Outside HYBE Headquarters Over Alleged Information Leaks

SORN has teamed up with Melbourne-born Filipino artist J.Tajor for a captivating new track titled "BAD4US."

SORN and J.Tajor Collaborate on New Track "BAD4US"

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “I’m Depressed and That’s Ok” by gate

This week, rapper and hip hop artist Jay Park dropped an epic 6-minute collaboration on his song “McNasty.”

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