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TNX (an acronym for The New Six) is a five-member boy group under P NATION. Originally debuting as six members, the group was formed through the SBS survival program LOUD, a collaboration project between J.Y. Park and PSY. They officially debuted on May 17, 2022 with their first mini album Way Up. The group’s lineup was finalized during the finale of LOUD in 2021, where Kyung Jun, Tae Hun, Hyun Soo, Jun Hyeok, Hwi, Sung Jun, and Tanaka Koki were selected for P NATION’s upcoming boy group. However, in January 2022, P NATION announced that Tanaka Koki would not debut with the team in order to continue training, leading the group to debut as six members under the name TNX. On their debut day, they also introduced their fandom name THX, meaning “Together with TNX.” Following their debut, TNX continued building their discography with releases such as Love Never Dies, Boyhood, and the digital single &quot;Fuego&quot;, while also participating in the survival competition Road to Kingdom : Ace of Ace in 2024. During this period, member Jun Hyeok temporarily paused activities due to anxiety before later returning to the group. In October 2024, it was announced that member Kyung Jun would enlist in the military and depart from the group following the completion of his service, reducing TNX to five members. The group continued activities with releases including the mini album For Real? in 2025 and the digital single &quot;Call Me Back&quot; in 2026, maintaining their growth under P NATION.

TNX 用了四年时间，在舞台表现力上建立起自己的口碑。《Die Another Day》则是他们第一次去 Rock 里寻找那份力量。

TNX 谈 Rock、现场演唱，以及拒绝退缩

在 K-pop 之外，来自东南亚的其他音乐类型，如 P-pop，也正逐渐获得国际关注。引领这一风潮的男团 SB19 即将前往 San Antonio，向大家展示他们究竟为何能做到这一点。

KPOPWORLD Festival 焦点：SB19

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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自 2025 年 1 月出道以来，XLOV 一直将无性别造型作为整个团体身份的核心，而不只是某位成员偶尔尝试的一种造型

XLOV 的无性别造型如何打破 K-pop 固有框架

WHIB is a seven-member boy group under C-JeS Entertainment, consisting of members Kim Junmin, Haseung, Jinbeom, UGeon, Leejeong, Jaeha, and Wonjun. Originally an octet, they debuted on November 8, 2023, with the single album Cut-Out. The group was first teased in November 2021 as the trainee group M.I.C, which stood for “Made in C-JeS.” On September 7, 2023, it was revealed that the group would debut as an eight-member group under the name WHIB, along with introductions to the new members. In 2025, members LeeJeong, Junmin and Wonjun competed on the Mnet survival show Boys II Planet, ranking 12th, 13th, and 62nd, respectively. On October 16, it was announced that member Inhong had departed from the group. WHIB released their first mini album, ROCK THE NATION, on January 29, 2026.

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作为团内的词曲创作与作曲成员，JUNMIN 总是从旋律出发来构思音乐，同时也珍视 WHIB 在不同声音与风格之间自如切换的能力

采访 WHIB 的 KIM JUNMIN —— 这位以旋律为先的音乐创作者

Jay Park 将领衔首届 KPOPWORLD Festival，如果你了解他的经历，就会明白这个安排再合理不过

KPOPWORLD Festival Spotlight：Jay Park

HUNTR/X is a fictional 3-member Korean girl group, created for the Netflix animation film, KPop Demon Hunters. The group consists of Rumi, Mira, and Zoey. They debuted on June 20, 2025, with an unspecified release.

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说句实话——像 KPOP DEMON HUNTERS 这样的电影标题很容易被人一笑置之。它会让你以为这只是个轻飘飘、甚至有点尴尬的作品

KPOP DEMON HUNTERS：对饭圈、身份认同与K-pop文化的真诚致敬

在一个“突破界限”常常更像审美而非意识形态的 K-pop 场景里，新晋组合 XLOV 真正做出了一些不同的尝试

“1&Only”：XLOV 带着重节奏回归，以风格拆解 K-pop 性别规则

SISTAR was a four-member girl group formed by Starship Entertainment, debuting in June 2010. Consisting of Hyolyn, Bora, Soyou, and Dasom, the group became synonymous with summer in K-pop. Their powerful vocals -- led by Hyolyn, one of the strongest vocalists in the industry -- combined with catchy, upbeat production made them a chart-dominating force for the better part of a decade. SISTAR&#x27;s summer anthems became an annual tradition in South Korea, with tracks like &quot;Loving U,&quot; &quot;Give It to Me,&quot; &quot;Touch My Body,&quot; and &quot;Shake It&quot; ruling the charts each year. The group was known for their confident, sexy image and their ability to consistently deliver crowd-pleasing hits. SISTAR disbanded in June 2017 on good terms, making them one of the rare K-pop groups to end with a proper farewell single, &quot;Lonely.&quot; Their summer bop legacy remains unrivaled, and Hyolyn in particular has continued as a highly respected solo artist. related group activity includes SISTAR19.

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评论：HYOLYN 的“Shotty”是对她无可匹敌实力的一次强势提醒

NMIXX is a six-member girl group debuted by JYP Entertainment in February 2022. The group — consisting of Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, Jinni (who later departed), Bae, Jiwoo, and Kyujin — introduced a bold musical concept they call &quot;MIXX POP,&quot; which involves blending multiple genres within a single song. Their debut track &quot;O.O&quot; was polarizing but undeniably attention-grabbing, layering pop, hip-hop, and rock into one unpredictable ride. Since debut, NMIXX has refined their signature sound while maintaining its adventurous spirit, with tracks like &quot;Dash&quot; and &quot;Love Me Like This&quot; earning broader commercial appeal. The group is particularly noted for their outstanding live vocal abilities — widely considered among the strongest of any fourth-generation girl group. Their fandom, NSWer, has rallied behind the group&#x27;s unique artistic vision. NMIXX represents JYP Entertainment&#x27;s willingness to experiment and push the boundaries of what a K-pop girl group can sound like.

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评测：NMIXX & Pabllo Vittar – MEXE

MONSTA X is a boy group formed through the survival show No.Mercy and debuted under Starship Entertainment in May 2015. The group is associated with a powerful performance image built around Shownu, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, and I.M, with Wonho as a former member. Their sound often leans muscular: EDM drops, hip-hop percussion, dark synths, and choruses designed for heavy choreography. MONSTA X became one of the most forceful performance groups of their generation through a run that moved from the breakthrough energy of &quot;Dramarama&quot; to the sharper drama of &quot;Love Killa.&quot; At the same time, their vocal line and later English-language work showed a smoother R&amp;B and pop side that softened the edges without removing the group&#x27;s intensity. MONSTA X became especially important in the bridge between Korean idol promotion and Western touring. They pursued English-language releases, appeared on American media, and built a strong international audience while keeping a clear group identity. Their fandom, Monbebe, is known for loyalty through lineup changes, military service periods, solo work, and long gaps between full-group schedules. The group&#x27;s legacy rests on consistency and stamina. MONSTA X did not need to reinvent themselves every comeback; they refined a recognizable image of power, charisma, and emotional loyalty. That made them a template for later boy groups that wanted to look tough on stage while still building a close, fan-centered identity off it.

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Monsta X 以大胆先行曲“Do What I Want”化身妖精

CRAVITY is a nine-member boy group under Starship Entertainment, consisting of Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung, and Seongmin. They debuted on April 14, 2020, with the mini album &quot;HIDEOUT: REMEMBER WHO WE ARE&quot;. Their name, a blend of &quot;Creativity&quot; and &quot;Gravity&quot;, originally symbolized unity and balance among diverse members. In 2025, the group redefined it as &quot;Craving Gravity&quot;, expressing their goal to draw fans closer through stronger artistry and performances. The group released their second full-length album, &quot;Dare to Crave&quot;, on June 23, 2025, with members Wonjin and Hyeongjun sharing leadership duties for the comeback.

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CRAVITY –《Dare to Crave》：一场关于渴望、混沌与蜕变的绚烂碰撞

“新来者NINA毫不退缩 — 这位新人独唱歌手带着《Never Afraid》出道”

ATEEZ is an eight-member boy group formed by KQ Entertainment, consisting of Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho. They debuted in October 2018 with Treasure EP.1: All to Zero, launching a pirate-and-treasure storyline that gave their early music a cinematic frame. ATEEZ stood out because their performances felt oversized in the best way. Even before they had the company power of larger labels behind them, the group built attention through intense facial expressions, full-bodied choreography, live-stage energy, and songs designed to explode in concert. &quot;Wonderland,&quot; &quot;Answer,&quot; &quot;Guerrilla,&quot; &quot;Bouncy,&quot; and &quot;Crazy Form&quot; all show that instinct for scale: big chants, dramatic builds, and a sense that every chorus is meant to be shouted back. The members&#x27; roles support that theatrical style. Hongjoong anchors the group as leader and producer, Mingi gives the rap line a deep tone, Jongho brings unusually strong high notes, and San, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, and Wooyoung shape much of the performance identity. ATEEZ&#x27;s fanbase, ATINY, became known for strong international support, helping the group grow from a smaller-agency act into a major global touring name. ATEEZ&#x27;s significance comes from proving how far performance identity can carry a group when it is consistent. Their concepts can be loud, dark, playful, or rebellious, but the core remains theatrical and physical. They made intensity feel like a worldview, not just a comeback style.

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ATEEZ 的 GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3 时代有些不同寻常。宣传周期短，实体专辑比平常更精简。两周，两种版本，没有铺垫繁复的世界观——只有一张直白到位的唱片静静到来。ATEEZ 的粉丝们在剖析线索、试图串联点点滴滴，但或许这种平静本身就是重点。GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3 在热度与薄雾、自持与迷失、甜意与刺痛之间悬浮着。

ATEEZ - GOLDEN HOUR : PART 3 评论：悬沿之桥

YeoJin的《在黑暗中舞蹈》：自信而安静地迈入新领域

《RIIZE的《Odyssey》：一个关于男孩、梦想和成长的成年礼原声带》

SHINee Makes an Emotive Comeback with Poet | Artist

i-dle, formerly known as (G)I-DLE, is a girl group formed by Cube Entertainment, debuting in May 2018. The current lineup consists of Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua, with Soojin as a former member. From debut, the group stood out because leader Soyeon played a central creative role in songwriting, production, and concept direction. Their first single, &quot;LATATA,&quot; introduced a group that could feel stylish without being anonymous. Over time, i-dle became known for concepts that were easy to name and hard to confuse: the dark elegance of &quot;HANN,&quot; the theatrical fire imagery of &quot;HWAA,&quot; the blunt rebellion of &quot;TOMBOY,&quot; and the satire and confidence of later hits. The group often treats a comeback like a thesis statement, with styling, lyrics, and stage language all pointing toward the same idea. i-dle&#x27;s member contrast is central to that impact. Miyeon gives the group a clean vocal center, Minnie adds a dreamy tone and international texture, Soyeon brings rap and creative direction, Yuqi gives warmth and a distinctive low voice, and Shuhua contributes visual and performance presence. The result is a group that can be sharp, funny, dramatic, or strange without losing its center. Their fandom is known as Neverland. i-dle&#x27;s importance lies in how visibly they challenged expectations around girl-group authorship. They helped make it normal to talk about a female idol group not only as performers of a concept, but as artists shaping the concept itself.

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