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When Mark Lee confirmed his departure from NCT after a decade, the response was unlike anything K-pop has seen before. Within 24 hours, his handwritten letter had accumulated millions of likes, shares, and comments – but what stood out wasn't the numbers

Mark Lee Has Left NCT – And The Response is Unlike Any Other

This week's K-pop releases have something for everyone

Comeback Corner: HYO, TWS, YUNA & More

Just under a month after his departure from ENHYPEN, Lee Hee-seung has a new identity

HEESEUNG Is Now EVAN – BELIFT LAB Officially Launches His Solo Career

In February, ITZY performed an updated version of their 2020 B-side "THAT'S A NO NO" on tour – and within weeks, a six-year-old deep cut had become a TikTok challenge, climbed the Korean charts, and landed the group a special MCountdown stage

ITZY’s “THAT’S A NO NO” And The Power of Virality 

ENHYPEN have announced BLOOD SAGA, a world tour spanning 21 cities across five continents — one of the most ambitious routings of their career

ENHYPEN Announce BLOOD SAGA 2026-27 World Tour

IZ*ONE, the dynamic South Korean-Japanese girl group formed through the electrifying reality show Produce 48, took the K-pop world by storm with their irresistible charm and undeniable talent.

From Produce 48 to Platinum: Celebrating IZ*ONE’s Unforgettable Run

The K-pop world is often chaotic with the push and pull of multiple members in a group. However, NU'EST has brought a sense of balance to this soundscape.&nbsp;

NU’EST: A Balanced Soundscape

Manila is brimming with excitement as the renowned K-Pop group Red Velvet prepares for their inaugural fan-con tour, HAPPINESS : My Dear, ReVe1uv, scheduled for Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.&nbsp;

Red Velvet Set to Thrill Manila with First-Ever Fan-Con Tour This September

Solar is currently dazzling audiences on her first Asian tour, 2ND CONCERT COLOURS, making stops in major cities like Seoul, Manila, Kaohsiung, and Kawasaki.&nbsp;

Solar Shines Bright on Her First Asian Tour 2ND CONCERT COLOURS, Captivating Fans with Vibrant Performances

Just ahead of Stray Kids' highly anticipated July comeback, member HAN has taken fans by surprise with the drop of his solo track 'Maybe.'&nbsp;

Stray Kids' HAN Stuns with Surprise Solo Release 'Maybe' Ahead of Group's July Comeback

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “ANTIHERO” by Epik High

Red Velvet's highly anticipated comeback album, "Cosmic," has K-pop fans around the world buzzing with excitement. Known for their innovative sound and captivating performances, Red Velvet delivers yet again with a collection that blends pop, R&amp;B, and experimental genres seamlessly.

Red Velvet’s Moody Comeback Album “Cosmic”

Featured MV of the Day: “I NEED U” by BTS

IU has been on her 2024 World Tour and fans all over the globe are beyond ecstatic! It is most everyone’s dream to see the star perform live.

Watch the moment that IU performed ‘Love wins all’ on her World Tour

In K-pop, lightsticks are handheld devices that fans use during concerts and events to show support for their favorite idols and groups. You’ve likely seen them: colored, light up pieces of plastic that enthusiastic fans wave around and that looks SO COOL at night when the lights go out.

Lightsticks and their Influence in K-pop Culture

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Jaeyun from 8Turn.

Is your birthday July 2? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Seoul is an important city for cultural, political, and musical reasons. Any fan of K-pop needs to understand at least a little bit about Seoul: what it is, where it is, and why it’s so important. It’s pretty much the Hollywood of K-pop. Here are 10 facts you didn’t know about Seoul, South Korea.

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