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&amp;TEAM is a nine-member Japanese boy group under YX Labels (formerly HYBE Labels Japan). The group was formed through the survival program &quot;&amp;Audition - The Howling&quot; and debuted in December 2022 with their first extended play &quot;First Howling: Me&quot;. The group consists of EJ, Fuma, K, Nicholas, Yuma, Jo, Harua, Taki, and Maki, with EJ serving as the leader. Several members, including K, Nicholas, EJ, and Taki, previously participated in the survival show I-LAND before being selected for HYBE&#x27;s Japanese global debut project. Before their official debut, the group released the digital single Under the Skin, which introduced their storyline and concept. Their debut EP, First Howling,e followed shortly afterward, marking the beginning of the group&#x27;s &quot;First Howling&quot; series of releases. Although primarily active in Japan, &amp;TEAM promoted internationally and later expanded into Korea with Korean-language releases and promotions. Their fandom name is LUNÉ, representing fans who support the group like the moon lighting the night sky.

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&amp;TEAM 的首次美国演出不只是一次 KCON 首秀，更像是一场考验。在 Artist Stage 上，组合面对的是挤得满满当当、几乎贴着护栏的观众席。

&TEAM的 KCON 2026 首秀格外亮眼

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

AB6IX is preparing for their highly anticipated comeback with their ninth EP, Born Like This. At midnight KST on October 5, the group revealed the tracklist for the upcoming mini-album, creating buzz among fans eager to hear their new music.The EP consists of five tracks, including "In My Vein," "NVKED," "Forever Young," "Hurt Me," and "Butterfly Effect." Each song promises to showcase AB6IX’s signature style and versatility, raising expectations for a dynamic and fresh sound.The group is set to make their official return with Born Like This on October 10 at 6 PM KST. As excitement builds for their comeback, fans are eagerly awaiting what the new EP will bring.With their ninth mini-album on the horizon, AB6IX is ready to captivate listeners once again, solidifying their place as one of K-pop’s standout acts.https://open.spotify.com/track/4XbyRgWe6yU4wE6WShdTEs?si=616853a2900c40b8

AB6IX Unveils Tracklist for Upcoming Ninth EP ‘Born Like This’

2NE1 launched their highly anticipated 2024 2NE1 CONCERT [WELCOME BACK] IN SEOUL on October 4, marking their official return to the stage after more than a decade.

2NE1 Kicks Off 15th Anniversary Reunion Tour with Explosive Seoul Concert

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Dennis The Menace” by the orchard

“Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned,” and (G)I-DLE's Yuqi is channeling that rage in her powerful breakup anthem, “Radio (Dum Dum).”

(G)I-DLE's Yuqi embodies her inner rockstar in the emotionally charged breakup song "Radio (Dum-Dum)" MV

Featured MV of the Day: “SOS” by FIFTY FIFTY

EXO is one of those groups whose members have a diverse and versatile vocal range. Fondly dubbed as “Nation’s vocalist” by EXO-Ls (EXO’s fans), CHEN aka Kim Jong Dae is one of the most proficient singers in recent times. The singer can really hold a high note!

CHEN says “Love You” in his latest special digital single

SHAWOLs would agree that SHINee's Key and Minho are like Tom and Jerry—they constantly bicker and squabble when they’re together, yet they can’t imagine life without each other.

Watch the moment when SHINee's Key and Minho were playfully squabbling like an old married couple

&nbsp;BTS' stage performances are always unforgettable, and their appearances at the Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) are no exception.&nbsp;

Watch the moment when Jung Kook dazzled everyone with his walk at the 2018 MAMA Awards

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Hanni from NewJeans.

Is your birthday October 6? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Ahn Chil Hyun, popularly known as Kangta, is one of K-pop’s earliest superstars.

Kangta: K-pop’s OG

Stray Kids' album ATE has been recognized as the best-selling K-pop album in the United States for 2024, according to JYP Entertainment on October 5 KST.

Stray Kids' ATE Named Best-Selling K-Pop Album in the U.S. for 2024

On October 4 KST, New Balance Korea announced aespa's Winter as their new brand muse, marking another high-profile collaboration for the idol.

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