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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

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

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”

What is "Nutty Nutty"? I found myself wondering just before I hit play on the music video.

BAEKHO, Jessi, and GABEE kick off the party with the "Nutty Nutty" music video

Featured MV of the Day: “Eyes on You” by SEVENTEEN

SW Entertainment’s K-pop girl group onair has rebranded itself as 3PIECE and is currently working on its pre-debut activities.

3PIECE lights up the space with its second single

BIGBANG's frontman, the incredibly versatile and talented G-Dragon, is gearing up for a comeback at the 2024 Mnet Asian Music Awards, also known as MAMA.&nbsp;

Watch the moment when G-Dragon took home the Artist of the Year award at the 2013 MAMA Awards

On October 13, Wizard Production, the division of SM Entertainment that manages RIIZE, officially announced that member Seunghan would be departing from the group after previously indicating he would rejoin following a lengthy hiatus due to his personal controversy.

SUGA, Seunghan and the spreading toxicity in K-pop fandoms

Is your birthday October 29? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

BLACKPINK, Lim Young Woong, and SEVENTEEN have taken the top spots in October’s brand value rankings for domestic singers.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK, Lim Young Woong, and SEVENTEEN Lead October’s Singer Brand Value Rankings

NEWWAYS COMPANY’s group ASC2NT has been making quite the ascension since its debut earlier this year.

ASC2NT launches into a sweet daydream for “Conversion Pt. 1”

"Boyfriend" is Nam Woo Hyun's third digital single and features a dynamic, exuberant pop-rock sound.

Nam Woo Hyun dishes a karaoke-style enjoyable "Boyfriend" MV

Featured MV of the Day: “Chasing That Feeling” by TXT

Barcelona-based dance group EST Crew, consisting of six members, recently delivered an impressive dance cover of the catchy and infectious title track "Debut" from the global girl group KATSEYE.&nbsp;

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BAEKHO, Jessi, and GABEE kick off the party with the "Nutty Nutty" music video

Featured MV of the Day: “Eyes on You” by SEVENTEEN

3PIECE lights up the space with its second single

Watch the moment when G-Dragon took home the Artist of the Year award at the 2013 MAMA Awards

SUGA, Seunghan and the spreading toxicity in K-pop fandoms

Is your birthday October 29? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

BLACKPINK, Lim Young Woong, and SEVENTEEN Lead October’s Singer Brand Value Rankings

ASC2NT launches into a sweet daydream for “Conversion Pt. 1”

Nam Woo Hyun dishes a karaoke-style enjoyable "Boyfriend" MV

Featured MV of the Day: “Chasing That Feeling” by TXT

Fan Spotlight: Barcelona-based EST Crew cover KATSEYE's catchy title track "Debut"

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

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