IU, ARS event with a different feeling… “Feels like making a real call”

IU, a unique emotional ARS event… “Feels like making a real call” Singer IU presented a unique event ahead of the release of the tracklist for her remake album “Flower Bookmark Set.” On the 21st at midnight, her agency EDAM Entertainment released the tracklist video for “Flower Bookmark Set” through IU’s official SNS and YouTube channel.In the video, a retro computer that stimulates analog emotions appears, and the phrase “Flower Bookmark Set” appears on the computer screen before the tracks are introduced one by one.The retro font and screen, sound effects, and the hourglass icon that appears during loading perfectly recreate the old emotions.According to the video, this album includes a total of 6 tracks, including the title track “Never Ending Story, “ “Red Sneakers,” “October 4th,” “Last Scene(Feat.Wonstein),” “Miin(Feat.Balming Tiger),” and “Nemo’s Dream.” In particular, some of the INST sound sources for each track were inserted into the video.The ARS event that started on the 20

GOT7’s Mark Finds New Agency…Single Released on the 30th

GOT7’s Mark finds a new agency…Single to be released on the 30th GOT7 member Mark has joined hands with Transparent Arts.Mark will release the pre-released single ‘High As You’ from his next album on the 30th as his first official move with Transparent Arts.’High As You’ is an alternative pop track filled with unforgettable feelings of love, and is a song where you can experience Mark’s signature sensual melody and sophisticated performance.Mark, who debuted with GOT7 in 2014, truly established his identity as a solo artist in 2021.He founded the independent label Dreamers N Achievers(DNA)and is also planning and producing various content such as music production, tours, and events.”I am so excited to be joining Transparent Arts,” Mark said through his agency.“ ‘High As You’ is just the beginning and I look forward to sharing more of our evolution with fans.”James Roh, COO of Transparent Arts, added,” Mark

‘Rolling Hall 30th Anniversary’ Sound Planet Festival 2025 General Ticket Open

‘Rolling Hall 30th Anniversary’ Sound Planet Festival 2025 General Ticket Open The ‘SOUND Planet Festival 2025’, a large-scale festival commemorating the 30th anniversary of the music mecca Rolling Hall, has opened ticket sales through Melon Ticket.After the second lineup of ‘Sound PLANET FESTIVAL 2025’ was suddenly revealed at 9 am on the 19th, the official website went down twice and experienced connection problems, garnering much attention.Early bird tickets sold out in just one minute.The first lineup, which was revealed in April, included YB, Cherry Filter, Nell, Lee Seung Yoon, Broken Valentine, Damon’s Ear, Song So Hee, Can’t Be Blue, KARDI, Doshi, Hathaway, envy, and MASS OF THE FERMENTING DREGS.The second lineup, which was revealed on the 19th, included Crying Nut, Urban Zakapa, Bolbbalgan4, LUCY, Jungsik Band, DickPunks, Broccoli You Too, Harry Big Button, Crackshot, Adios Audio, Oyster, Gift, Nerd Connection, MacGuffin, and O

TVXQ’s Changmin is happy “I’m excited and thankful that my dream from 20 years ago has come true”

TVXQ’s Changmin has a great story, “I achieved my dream 20 years ago, so I’m excited and grateful.” ‘Soccer fanatic’ Changmin has achieved his dream.He will make a special appearance on SPOTV’s ‘SPOTIME FOOTBALL Europa League Final Preview Show’ today(the 21st).The ‘SPOTIME FOOTBALL Europa League Final Preview Show’ where Changmin will appear as a guest can be seen tonight at 11 PM on SPOTV, SPOTV2, SPOTV Prime and sports OTT SPOTV NOW.Previously, Changmin appeared on the YouTube channel ‘Lee Chun-soo(Lee Cheon-soo)’ and revealed his unexpected charm by saying, “I liked watching soccer more than playing it myself, and I kept track of things like soccer records.” Changmin Choi, who is so passionate about sports, said, “I dreamed of becoming a soccer reporter 20 years ago when I was a middle school student,” and expressed his feelings about appearing on SPOTV’s preview show, saying, “I am so excited and thankful that I can achieve my dream, even if only for a little while.” In this previ

Lisa, Unconventional Dance with Strange Man… Video Released[DA ★]

Girl group Blackpink’s Lisa is garnering attention with her unconventional music video.Lisa shared a video on her SNS on the 21st.The video is a scene from the filming of Lisa’s new song ‘WHEN I’ M WITH YOU ‘music video.In the released video, Lisa catches attention with her unconventional dance with a man.Lisa’s unconventional actions are drawing attention as she was previously rumored to be dating Frederic Arnault, the fourth son of LVMH Group Chairman Bernard Arnault.Meanwhile, Lisa released the music video for ‘WHEN I’ M WITH YOU’ on YouTube on the 16th.Reporter Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com yyynnn@donga.com

Monsta X fill the empty spot of the sick I.M… Jooheon-Kihyun ‘Monkyra’ special DJ

The Monsta X hyungs will fill the void left by the sick I.M… Jooheon and Kihyun to be special DJ for ‘Monkyra’ The youngest member of Monsta X will be filled by his hyungs.Jooheon and Kihyun will be the special radio DJs in place of I.M, who recently reported poor health.KBS Cool FM ‘Monsta X I’s Kiss the Radio ‘announced on the 21st through their official Instagram and other channels that Monsta X’s Jooheon and Kihyun will be the special DJs from the 21st to the 25th.Jooheon will be the DJ on the 21st, 23rd, and 24th, while Kihyun will meet listeners as a DJ on the 22nd and 25th.The broadcasts on the 21st and 22nd can also be seen as a ‘Visible Radio’ broadcast.I.M has been absent from his DJ position since the 20th due to poor health.On the 20th, the radio station announced, “Due to DJ I.M’s poor condition, ‘Monsta X I’s Kiss the Radio ‘will be joined by special DJ Juni,” and “We ask for the listeners’ understanding.” On this day, Juni, who is a regular on the Tuesday corner ‘Song Se

[★1 line cut]Jin’s ‘Echo’, dyeing New York…Even the Empire State Building was ARMY

★1 line cut: Jin’s music became light, and New York was dyed in that light.The Empire State Building was dyed in the colors that symbolize BTS Jin’s album ‘Echo’.On the 21st(local time), the Empire State Building, a representative landmark in New York, USA, held a special lighting ceremony to commemorate the release of Jin’s second solo album ‘Echo’.The building was brightly filled with the album’s key colors of blue, pink, yellow, and white, and Jin visited the site in person to perform the title song ‘Don t Say You Love Me’.On this day, Jin said, “It feels real that the Empire State Building is brightly lighting up New York, just as music brightens our hearts,” and explained, “Blue symbolizes hope, pink loves, yellow joy, and white symbolizes a new beginning.” He continued, “Thank you ARMY for always being my inspiration and strength, and for being an echo that resonates around the world.” The lighting ceremony is not just a simple commemoration, but a symbolic scene that visually ex

[★1 line cut]Targeting Generation Z’s tastes… Surin, countdown to debut with camcorder sensibility

★1-line cut: Surin hasn’t even debuted yet, but the teaser alone is already a movie.Singer SOORIN has sent off a signal flare for her debut with a teaser video with a high-teen mood.On the 20th at 8 PM, Surin released a music video teaser for her debut single “Boys Can Be” through her official SNS.The video, which mixes high-teen school looks with retro sensibility, was enough to grab the attention of Generation Z even before her debut.In the video, Surin shows off her fresh high-teen visuals in a frilled blouse, striped knit vest, and gray skirt.TV screen turns on with the phrase “Loading.” , and kitschy graffiti and digital effects unfold as if entering a game world, hinting at a unique worldview.Analog elements such as camcorder-style filming, cassette players, and headphones complete the emotional visual beauty.● High-teen meets Generation Z…bursting with just a teaser In a natural scene full of spring energy, Surin’s lovely figure wearing a headscarf appears.The chorus and hand mo

B1A4 to hold fan concert in Hong Kong on July 11th

B1A4 to hold fan concert in Hong Kong on July 11 Group B1A4 will be meeting local fans in Hong Kong.B1A4 will be holding a fan concert ‘B1A4 2025 FAN - CON’ Singularity : Our Time ‘IN HONG KONG’ (hereafter referred to as ‘Singularity : Our Time’) at MacPherson Stadium in Hong Kong on July 11.’Singularity : Our Time’ is an extension of B1A4’s recent successful domestic solo concert ‘Singularity’.B1A4 will be visiting Hong Kong for a performance for the first time in approximately 8 years since their solo concert in 2017.As they are meeting local fans for the first time in a long time, they are preparing a colorful setlist and various corners that encapsulate their 14-year musical journey since their debut.Tickets for B1A4’s Hong Kong fan concert ‘Singularity : Our Time’ will open on the 28th at KKTIX.Before the Hong Kong fan concert, B1A4 will hold a concert in Taipei on June 21st.

[★1 line cut]This is IU’s ending story, the return of the remake goddess

★1 line cut: The reason why ‘Never Ending Story’ won’t end is because IU sang it again.Singer IU will sing the famous songs of legends representing Korean pop music such as Boohwal, Shin Jung-hyun, and Seo Taiji.On the 27th at 6PM, IU will release the remake album ‘Flower Bookmark Set’ and show off her majesty as the ‘remake goddess’ who has returned after 8 years.This album contains a total of six songs.The title song is Boohwal’s representative song ‘Never Ending Story’, and Seo Dong-hwan, who composed IU’s ‘Love Wins All’, was in charge of the arrangement, adding to its grandeur.This song, written and composed by Kim Tae-won and sung by Lee Seung-chul, is a crystallization of emotions that span generations, and was reborn with IU’s sensibility.● Shin Jung-hyun, Seo Taiji, Balming Tiger…A harmony of legend and freshness IU also reinterpreted Shin Jung-hyun and the band’s representative song ‘Beauty’.This song, which has often appeared in commercial music with the familiar lyrics of ‘

‘Discharged’ Monsta X’s Hyungwon Chosen as MC for Awards Ceremony “I’m Nervous Because It’s Been a While Since I Hosted”

‘Discharged’ MONSTA X’s Hyungwon Chosen MC for Awards Ceremony “It’s been a while since I hosted, so I’m nervous” MONSTA X member Hyungwon will be the MC for the awards ceremony.According to the ASEA Organizing Committee, Hyungwon will be MC on the second day of the ‘ASIA STAR ENTERTAINER AWARDS 2025’ (hereafter referred to as ‘ASEA 2025’) that will be held at K-Arena Yokohama in Yokohama, Japan on May 28th and 29th.Hyungwon, who completed his 1 year and 6 months of military service on the 13th, has been selected to host an awards ceremony for the first time in 10 years since his debut through ‘ASEA 2025’ on the 29th.Hyungwon debuted as a member of Monsta X in 2015 and has established himself as an ‘all-rounder entertainer’ by being active in various fields such as acting, producing, DJ, and MC as well as his main team activities.In 2023, he formed the unit ‘Shownu X Hyungwon’ with the team’s leader Shownu and released the album ‘THE UNSEEN’ with the title song’ Love Me A Little A

New Beat Kim Tae-yang, Rib Fracture → Team Activities Without Performance[Official Position]

Group NewBeat member Kim Taeyang will be continuing team promotions without performing due to a fractured rib.On the 21st, his agency Beat Interactive stated, “Kim Taeyang felt pain in his chest during practice and went to the hospital.The test results showed that he had a minor fractured rib and the medical team advised him to minimize excessive movement for the time being.” They added, “Although it will be difficult for him to participate in a stage with intense choreography, he will be sitting on a chair and joining us without performing in accordance with the artist’s wishes to participate in all scheduled events, including the opening ceremony of the Chung-Ang University Festival today(the 21st).” Meanwhile, NewBeat debuted in the music industry in March with the release of their first full-length album, “RAW AND RAD.” ● Here is NewBeat’s full statement: Hello.This is Beat Interactive.We would like to inform you about the health status and future schedule of NEWBEAT member Kim Tae

Psy, the man of summer is back… ‘Sweet Show 2025’ tickets open on June 5th

Psy is returning with his representative summer brand concert, ‘Psy’s Sudden Show 2025 ‘.On the 21st, his agency P NATION released the’ Psy’s Sudden Show SUMMERSWAG2025 ‘poster through their official SNS and announced the ticket opening schedule for June 5th.NFT pre-sale will be held at noon on that day, and general sales will be held from 8 PM on Interpark NOL Ticket.This’ Sudden Show ‘is expected to stimulate the audience’s five senses with an even more powerful water cannon and an overwhelming stage scale.Psy has established himself as an icon of the summer concert brand by selling out all tickets every year, and he is foreshadowing a fiery stage that will captivate the nation this year as well.Meanwhile, the performance schedule and host cities will be announced at a later date, and fans ‘expectations for’ Psy’s Sudden Show 2025’ are rising even more.

New Beat Kim Tae-yang Rib Fracture “Still Will Stand on Stage” Pro

New Beat’s member Kim Taeyang suffered a fractured rib.Their agency Beat Interactive announced on the 21st, “Member Kim Taeyang complained of chest pain during choreography practice and quickly went to the hospital, where he was found to have a minor fractured rib.” They continued, “He will refrain from performing on stage as much as possible and continue his activities cautiously, following the medical team’s advice to minimize excessive movement for the time being.” According to Beat Interactive, Kim Taeyang will be sitting on a chair and sharing the stage with his New Beat members for the opening ceremony of the Chung-Ang University festival scheduled for that day.Regarding his future schedule, his agency also said, “There may be some restrictions” depending on the medical team’s judgment and the artist’s condition.The seven-member boy group New Beat made their official debut in March with the mini-album “RAW AND RAD.”

Ellast returns with ‘Versus’, dominating the charts with a frightening momentum

The momentum of the group E is scary.E ‘LAST proved the interest of global LAST by entering the charts in a total of 8 countries, including 1st place in the iTunes K-pop album chart in New Zealand, 3rd place in the US, and 11th place in Japan, immediately after their comeback with their 5th mini-album’ Versus ‘on the 7th.In particular, the songs included in the album, including the title song’ Crazy Train ‘, entered the upper ranks of the iTunes K-pop song charts in 8 countries, including the US, UK, and Canada, proving the power of a global idol that is drawing the attention of the world.The response is enthusiastic not only overseas but also in Korea.This new album is continuing its unstoppable rise, proving its high popularity by taking 7th place on the Hanteo Chart Weekly Physical Album Chart(5.12-18).’ Versus ‘is a new album released about a year after the release of their first full-length album’ Everlasting ‘in May of last year.Including the title song’ CRAZY TRAIN ‘,’ GOTHAM ‘,

Girls’ Generation Hyoyeon, Tiffany, and Sunny, Black Dress Charm Explosion[DA ★]

Girls ‘Generation members Hyoyeon, Tiffany, and Sunny showed off their individual charms in unique black dresses.On the 20th, Hyoyeon posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, “Gold Gala in LA With Sunny, Tiffany.” In the photos, the three are sitting together affectionately and smiling brightly.Tiffany showed off her voluptuous body in a black dress that accentuated her chest line, while Hyoyeon showed off her bold charm in an off-shoulder dress.Sunny showed off her slender legs in a minidress.The different charms of the three people are drawing attention.Meanwhile, on the 14th, a press conference for Lee Soo-man’s documentary ‘Lee Soo Man : King of K - Pop’ was held at Neuhaus Hollywood in Hollywood, California, USA.Hyoyeon, Tiffany, and Sunny also attended and brightened the event.’King of K-Pop’ is a documentary that sheds light on Lee Soo-man’s musical life and cultural influence, and will be released simultaneously worldwide through the global OTT Amazon Prime.

Choi Sang-yeop returns with ‘First Love’

Choi Sang-yeop presents a fresh sensibility with ‘First Love’.’First Love’, which will be released at 6 PM on the 21st, is a remake of the title song of the same name by the band Butterfly Effect from 2003.Lucy member Choi Sang-yeop breathes new life into the original song with his refreshing sound, cool singing ability, and yearning sensibility.As Choi Sang-yeop has been active as an ‘OST craftsman’ encompassing drama, webtoon, and game OSTs, he is expected to stimulate the emotions of listeners with his signature sense of immersion and delicate expressiveness in this remake as well.Meanwhile, Choi Sang-yeop’s ‘First Love’, which will further solidify Lucy’s musical position as a ‘representative of the K -band scene’, can be enjoyed through various music sites.

Black Swan Captivates Summer with’ I Like It Hot ‘

The four-member global K-pop girl group BLACKSWAN is releasing their first summer song.BLACKSWAN will release the song “I Like It Hot” on the 21st at 6 PM.This is their first comeback in 10 months since their album “Roll Up” on July 31st of last year, and is their third single album.The title song “I Like It Hot” is a song that shows an unstoppable passion with its addictive beat and strong energy.The album also includes a remix version of their last album’s title song “Roll Up” which was the pinnacle of girl crush, called “Roll Up Remix.” The swagger of the BLACKSWAN members is captured in this powerful beat dance song.World-renowned music producer Rob Grimaldi said, “I was impressed by the members ‘sincere efforts during their last album promotions, so I gave them the remix version as a gift.” Rob Grimaldi is a Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum producer who produced BTS’ “Butter” and many other popular songs.

USPEER, Lively + Sporty Debut Warm-up… Trailer Released

WM Entertainment’s new girl group USPEER has released the trailer for their first single album ‘SPEED ZONE’. The video begins with USPEER preparing to run on a large stadium track.The seven members then gather together and cheer each other on, and when a signal gun is heard with the words “IT S TIME TO FEEL ALIVE, “ they run down the track and leap into the air, conveying their vibrant energy. In particular, USPEER exudes a sporty charm with an active and lively appearance in the fast-paced vide

Jeong Seung-hwan’s return, perfect adaptation from main job to entertainment

After his discharge from the military, Jung Seung-hwan has been actively promoting both his main job and entertainment shows.Jung Seung-hwan released the digital single “Bom-e” on the 13th, and is receiving a great response from listeners with his signature delicate sensibility.The title song “Just One More Day” was also performed in a vocal challenge format, and attracted attention with the participation of Dragon Pony’s Ahn Tae-gyu and Monday Kiz’s Lee Jin-seong.He also proved his presence by radiating his signature cheerful energy and charm on various entertainment programs such as KBS2’s “The Seasons - Park Bo-gum’s Cantabile”, tvN’s “Amazing Saturday”, and JTBC’s “Let’s Eat Dinner Together 4”.In particular, his voice impressions and cover dances in ‘Nolto’ and his soccer skills in ‘Mungchan 4’ earned him the nickname ‘Ronaldinho of the ballad world’.Jung Seung-hwan is scheduled to perform on stages at many festivals in June, including ‘Everything Festival’, ‘Beautiful Mint Life’,