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Last week in K-pop, CLC’s Kwon Eunbin retired at 26, TWS’s Shinyu backed a missing children campaign, and the Grammys introduced a new Asian Pop category that drew mixed reactions. Different stories, same theme: an industry that gives with one hand and takes with the other

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

On their fourth EP Imperfect-I'mperfect, FIFTY FIFTY push into new sonic territory – cyberpunk electronics, dreamy hip-hop, euphoric pop – all while carrying a message that hits close to home: it's okay to be imperfect. It's okay to not be okay

FIFTY FIFTY: The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

from20 has been making space for maturer content in K-pop since his solo debut, and his second studio album, 'Rated R,' looks set to push that further. Out 26 June, the album arrives after last summer’s breakout single "EYE CANDY"

from20 to Release 2nd Studio Album, ‘Rated R’

Three stories this week that all point in the same direction. HYBE puts LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT, and KATSEYE on one English track – and the move says more about label strategy than it does about the song

Last Week In K-pop, Interpreted (June 8 - 12, 2026)

NMIXX have been appointed as ambassadors for the British Embassy in Seoul's female empowerment campaign – something that doesn't come out of nowhere. Their sold-out Eventim Apollo show in March, a growing UK fanbase

NMIXX Declared Ambassadors for British Embassy’s Female Empowerment Campaign

ILLIT's impressive run on major Billboard charts in the US continues, showcasing their enduring popularity and global appeal.

ILLIT Continues Dominance on Billboard Charts with SUPER REAL ME

NewJeans is making waves in Japan with their highly anticipated debut single, "Supernatural."

NewJeans Takes Japan by Storm with Debut Single "Supernatural”

Crush is taking a break from the limelight to address health issues. On June 20 KST, P Nation revealed that Crush's herniated disc condition had worsened, necessitating surgery.

Crush Temporarily Steps Back from Promotions Due to Health Concerns

Featured MV of the Day: “MAESTRO” by SEVENTEEN

As K-pop continues to dominate the globe, listeners must be wondering: is K-pop still mostly popular only in South Korea?

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ILLIT Continues Dominance on Billboard Charts with SUPER REAL ME

NewJeans Takes Japan by Storm with Debut Single "Supernatural”

Crush Temporarily Steps Back from Promotions Due to Health Concerns

Featured MV of the Day: “MAESTRO” by SEVENTEEN

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