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Choi Yu Ree discusses Stay: Two, the closing chapter of her Stay series, exploring vulnerability, love, fear, and the quiet emotions that shape everyday life through her intimate songwriting.

Choi Yu Ree Is Staying True to Herself

LOONA (이달의 소녀, &quot;Girl of the Month&quot;) is a girl group formed by Blockberry Creative with one of the most ambitious pre-debut projects in K-pop history. From 2016 to 2018, each of the twelve members was individually introduced with her own solo single, music video, and lore before the full group debuted in August 2018. This elaborate rollout created an intricate &quot;LOONAVERSE&quot; mythology that captivated fans who dissected every visual clue and narrative connection. LOONA&#x27;s music spans a remarkable range of styles — from Chuu&#x27;s bubbly &quot;Heart Attack&quot; to the cinematic grandeur of &quot;Butterfly&quot; to the girl-crush energy of &quot;PTT (Paint the Town).&quot; The group gained a uniquely devoted international fandom, Orbits, who turned LOONA into an internet phenomenon long before the group achieved mainstream domestic success. Despite significant company controversies and member departures, LOONA&#x27;s creative ambition and the quality of their discography have ensured their place in K-pop history as one of the most artistically inventive groups of their generation.

LOONA

From LOONA to her evolution as a solo artist, Yves opens up about her journey, creative identity, and the challenges behind her growth in an honest, unfiltered conversation in 2026

The Self-Image of Yves

THE BOYZ is an eleven-member boy group formed by Cre.Ker Entertainment (now an independent group), debuting in December 2017. The group gained significant attention for their performance abilities, particularly after their appearance on the Mnet competition show &quot;Road to Kingdom&quot; in 2020, where they won first place with theatrical, visually stunning stages that showcased their storytelling through dance. Their &quot;Road to Kingdom&quot; victory was a turning point, elevating THE BOYZ from a mid-tier group to one of the most respected performance-focused acts in K-pop. Songs like &quot;The Stealer,&quot; &quot;THRILL RIDE,&quot; and &quot;MAVERICK&quot; have highlighted their versatility. THE BOYZ&#x27;s fandom, THE B, has grown steadily, supporting the group through sold-out concerts and strong album sales. The group is widely regarded as having some of the best synchronized choreography and stage presence in the industry. On March 19, 2026, nine members of The Boyz filed for the termination of their exclusive contracts with One Hundred Label, citing issues including unpaid settlements and a breakdown of trust. The agency disputed the claims and rejected the termination, resulting in a legal dispute between the parties. As of April 23, 2026, the court ruled in favor of the nine members, granting the boys an injunction to end the validity of their contracts. The members who were involved are officially free from their ties with One Hundred Label, however the last member still remains as of right now. The group is currently continuing forward as an independent group, being one of the most successful of their peers to make such move.

THE BOYZ

After nearly a decade with THE BOYZ, KEVIN MOON is stepping into a new chapter as a solo artist with his debut project, FREECHILD

An Interview with KEVIN MOON – A Caged Bird Set Free

If there’s one aspect of the K-pop promotional cycle that’s considered the most integral, it’s music shows and, consequently, music show wins

What Actually Is a Music Show Win – and How Do Groups Get Them?

With “Only thing”, JISUNG opens a new chapter as a solo artist, turning the uncertainty of a relationship on the verge of slipping away into a hazy, slow-burning rock ballad

JISUNG Talks Solo Debut, Emotional Vulnerability, and Finding His Sound on “Only thing”

Featuring English and Korean versions of the lead single 'STUNNER' - plus new track 'Waves', co-written by rising star Omar Rudberg (from Netflix's Young Royals)

NCT's TEN returns with second solo EP: "STUNNER"

BEOMGYU OF TOMORROW X TOGETHER TO RELEASE FIRST SOLO MIXTAPE “Panic” ON MARCH 27

General Onsale Begins on Monday, March 31 in Select Markets

STAYC ANNOUNCES ‘STAY TUNED’ GLOBAL TOUR WITH PERFORMANCES ACROSS ASIA, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

8TURN makes their comeback with the first single album, "LEGGO," showcasing the group's artistic growth and expanded musical range

8TURN 8TURN 1st Single Album

FEATURING THE FIRST EVER OFFICIAL SAMPLING OF RIHANNA’S HIT SONG

ONE OR EIGHT RELEASES NEW TRACK AND VIDEO FOR "DSTM"

The track is a magnetic ode to Seoul, taken from MARK's eagerly anticipated debut solo album, "The Firstfruit" - out 7 April

NCT's MARK DROPS NEW SINGLE '+82 PRESSIN'' FEATURING HAECHAN

EXO's KAI and dearALICE join epic K-pop stadium concert: SMTOWN LIVE 2025 [THE CULTURE, THE FUTURE] in London

The new single was premiered at the sold-out Brooklyn stop of j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE in North America

BTS’ j-hope TO RELEASE A NEW SOLO SINGLE "MONA LISA" ON MARCH 21

ALBUM SECURES #3 SPOT IN THE OFFICIAL ALBUM CHART – The Highest of any Korean Female Soloist Week One in the UK

JENNIE ACHIEVES HUGE CHART RESULTS WITH DEBUT SOLO ALBUM ‘RUBY’

NEWBEAT’s full-length album, RAW AND RAD, will be released on March 24th, 2025, at 6 PM (KST)&nbsp;

NEWBEAT Releases Second Pre-Release Single Ahead of Highly Anticipated Full-Length Album and Official Debut

The global trendsetter performed his newest single “Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)”

BTS’ j-hope MAKES SOLO US TV DEBUT ON The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

A few days after the album dropped on March 7, Jennie and Lipa released a trippy, psychedelic music video for Handlebars, directed by BRTH.&nbsp;

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