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Lee Dae-hwi Confirms Exclusive Contract With Off the Record Under Wakeone, Kicks Off Solo Act Two as an All-Rounder

Lee Dae-hwi Confirms Exclusive Contract With Off the Record Under Wakeone, Kicks Off Solo Act Two as an All-Rounder

Former Wanna One member Lee Dae-hwi, after finding a new home with CJ ENM label Off the Record, reunites with Kim Jae-hwan in a welcome comeback Backed by a one-of-a-kind producing toolkit that spans writing and composing through to MC and variety shows, he launches into a full-scale solo leap Following his recent appearance in the Wanna One reality run, he also heads to the major K-pop fest "KCON LA 2026" and other global stops
He joins hands with Off the Record, a specialized label under Wakeone.Singer Lee Dae-hwi, a former member of the groups Wanna One and AB6IX, is set to take a fresh leap as a solo artist. On the 7th, Off the Record, a solo-focused label operated by Wakeone, CJ ENM’s music subsidiary, officially...
OH MY GIRL’s Mimi Launches a Solo Comeback After 11 Years With First Single ‘Bish Bash Bosh’

OH MY GIRL’s Mimi Launches a Solo Comeback After 11 Years With First Single ‘Bish Bash Bosh’

Set to release her debut solo single ‘Bish Bash Bosh’ on the 20th, she signals the start of her own musical universe She is directly involved not only in producing all tracks but also in lyric writing and composition The title track, carrying themes of ‘ready to go’ and ‘self-confidence,’ kicks off a run of diverse teaser content built around a club-party concept
Mimi of the group OH MY GIRL is returning with a solo album that puts her own name front and center, marking her comeback after 11 years since her debut. A first solo leap powered by 11 years of know-how On the 20th, Mimi will release her first single, ‘Bish Bash Bosh ,’ and kick off her...
BLACKPINK Marks 10th Debut Anniversary With “Meet & Greet,” Fan Complaints Grow as Full Lineup Attendance Hits Snags

BLACKPINK Marks 10th Debut Anniversary With “Meet & Greet,” Fan Complaints Grow as Full Lineup Attendance Hits Snags

Unspecified venue and a requirement limiting participation to 40 people spark controversy, putting the plans on the hot seat as fandom frustration mounts.
Although BLACKPINK brought good news to celebrate their 10th anniversary, fans’ dissatisfaction is growing day by day. The girl group BLACKPINK (Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, Lisa) marks their 10th debut anniversary on Aug. 8.
Spotify makes an offline debut next month on the 10th — launches ‘Spotify House Seoul’ for 4 days

Spotify makes an offline debut next month on the 10th — launches ‘Spotify House Seoul’ for 4 days

To be held at AndersonC in Seongdong-gu… prepares genre-by-genre performances including K-pop and indie rock, along with hands-on programs
An algorithm that bursts into the real world takes over Seongsu in the ‘Spotify House Seoul’Spotify, the world’s largest audio and music streaming platform, breaks through the boundaries of online and moves into physical space.
WHIB releases new song “Cherry Pie” after 7 months of silence, aiming for No. 1 on music shows

WHIB releases new song “Cherry Pie” after 7 months of silence, aiming for No. 1 on music shows

The mini-album 2 includes previously unreleased track “Make It” for a total of five songs, with the group saying, “We sharpened our individual skills and strengthened our teamwork during the hiatus.”
Mini album 2 “Cherry Pie” drops in a surprise release on the 5th, featuring a total of five songs including unreleased tracksThe boy group “WHIB” has broken its long silence of 7 months and declared its bid to reclaim the top spot in the music industry. Its agency, “CJeS Studios,” said that at 6 p.
Japanese Trainee Goes Missing Before Debut, Sent for Fraud Charges After Investigation—Losses Total 57 Million Won

Japanese Trainee Goes Missing Before Debut, Sent for Fraud Charges After Investigation—Losses Total 57 Million Won

Two months before debut, after a double contract, he disappeared—sent on fraud charges with a travel ban and then referred for non-custodial prosecution to prosecutors
“Planned disappearance” two months before debut… A malicious double contract targeting the K-pop systemA cunning pattern of crime that exploits K-pop’s global status and systematic training system has come to light.
BTS’s Jimin Tops 400 Million Spotify Streams for “Be Mine”… Global Music Power Shows No Signs of Slowing

BTS’s Jimin Tops 400 Million Spotify Streams for “Be Mine”… Global Music Power Shows No Signs of Slowing

Solo second album “MUSE” track “Be Mine” hits 400 million streams on Spotify as of July 31 The title track “Who” also sets a record with 2.5 billion streams, while the album’s cumulative total surpasses 4.1 billion streams “Like Crazy” is nearing 1.5 billion, and “Filter” has already crossed 500 million, reflecting a lasting run spanning both new releases and older songs
BTS member Jimin is once again proving his overwhelming impact on global music platforms through his second solo album.“Be Mine” marks Jimin’s fifth career 400-million-stream milestone As of July 31, Jimin’s second album, “MUSE,” track “Be Mine” has surpassed 400 million streams on Spotify, the...
ENHYPEN wraps up North and Latin America tour that drew 190,000 viewers… returns with mini album No. 8

ENHYPEN wraps up North and Latin America tour that drew 190,000 viewers… returns with mini album No. 8

The eight-city, 12-show run of “BLOOD SAGA” ends, with plans for a Busan concert on Aug. 8–9 followed by a new album release announcement
190,300 shouts across continents mark a new milestone for global K-popThe group “ENHYPEN” lit up North and Latin America by drawing a total of 190,300 global viewers. Its agency, “BELIFTLAB,” officially announced on the 3rd that “ENHYPEN” wrapped up its North and Latin America tour “BLOOD SAGA”...
Cortis, the Hip-Hop Godfather Juicy J Team Up for a Major Collaboration… New Song ‘MOTION’ Drops in Surprise Release and Heads to Lollapalooza

Cortis, the Hip-Hop Godfather Juicy J Team Up for a Major Collaboration… New Song ‘MOTION’ Drops in Surprise Release and Heads to Lollapalooza

At 1 p.m. on the 31st, Juicy J—who is featured—surprises fans with the digital single ‘MOTION’ and ramps up its global push A reimagining of the ’90s U.S. Southern hip-hop ‘Memphis’ sound, with Cortis’s former members directly taking part in the writing and composing The only K-pop boy group on the lineup for this year’s ‘Lollapalooza Chicago,’ as it builds anticipation ahead of the North American tour
Cortis has unveiled a new song in a surprise release. The track stands out because it comes after a long musical exchange with Juicy J, the godfather of Southern hip-hop.New song following a mini-album 2nd release streak, a Sensual Reinterpretation of the Memphis Sound Cortis (Martin, James,...
Kwon Yuri Announces Split From SM Entertainment After 19 Years, Saying Girls’ Generation Group Activities Will Remain Firm

Kwon Yuri Announces Split From SM Entertainment After 19 Years, Saying Girls’ Generation Group Activities Will Remain Firm

The exclusive contract ends as of Aug. 31, following mutual discussions with SM Entertainment, where she spent 19 years A 19-year journey that helped lead the K-pop boom after debuting in 2007 and showcased a dazzling run as an all-rounder artist The agency said it will leave SM Entertainment, but will officially continue team activities as a Girls’ Generation member without change
Kwon Yuri is leaving SM Entertainment and starting out on her own.On July 31, SM Entertainment, a talent agency, said it will bring to a close its partnership with singer and actress Kwon Yuri. The agency said, “After in-depth discussions with Kwon Yuri, we mutually agreed to end our 19-year...