MUSICNora Jo Lee Hyuk X Trax Jungmo, 20th Century Boys to Appear on ‘Music Bank’ TodayThe band 20th Century Boys will begin their full-fledged activities with an appearance on a music show.On the 30th, 20th Century Boys will perform their debut album title song ‘DREAMING’ for the first time on KBS2’s ‘Music Bank’.Following the successful conclusion of their first solo concert on the 24th, this is meaningful in that they will continue to meet more fans through the music show stage.The title song ‘Dreaming’ is a pop rock genre song that combines rock energy and sophisticated electronic sounds.Lee Hyuk and Jung Mo will take their first steps toward fully introducing 20th Century Boys ‘unique musical world by incorporating their own musical styles.20th Century Boys is a project band formed by Lee Hyuk, the vocalist of Norazo, who has been loved for his unique concept, and Jung Mo, who was formerly a member of the band Trax.Following the debut concert held with their first mini-album’ DEBUT’ released on the 24th, they are planning to launch full-fledged activities through thMay 30, 2025
MUSICCharlie Puth, First Appearance at Domestic Festival… ‘OUF 2025’ Headliner[Official]Charlie Puth, First Appearance at Domestic Festival… ‘OUF 2025’ Headliner[Official]Pop star Charlie Puth has been confirmed as the headliner for ‘One Universe Festival(OUF 2025)’.World-renowned pop star Charlie Puth, who topped Billboard for 12 weeks with “See You Again, “ the main OST of the iconic street car culture film ‘Fast & Furious,’ will take the stage as the headliner on the second day of the festival, August 16th.This performance is especially special in that it is Charlie Puth’s ‘first domestic festival performance.’ Charlie Puth is an artist with numerous mega hit songs that are loved worldwide, including “See You Again, “ which is well-known as the main OST of the ‘Fast & Furious’ series, as well as ‘Attention, ‘ ‘We Don t Talk Anymore’ and ‘Left and Right.’ With its sensual melodies and wide range of musicality, it boasts a thick fan base both domestically and internationally.This year’s ‘OUF 2025’ is’ POP STATIONMay 30, 2025
MUSICJenny Donates 100 Million Won to Seoul National University Medical School[Official]JENNIE donated 100 million won to Seoul National University College of Medicine.On the 30th, the Seoul National University College of Medicine Development Support Committee announced, “Jenny donated 100 million won to the College of Medicine Development Fund to help foster warm-hearted talents who can heal the world.” Based on this donation, Seoul National University College of Medicine plans to further strengthen its education and research environment and spur the fostering of talents with social empathy.Seoul National University College of Medicine Dean Kim Jung-eun said, “We are grateful for Jennie’s deep intention to practice good influence beyond simple financial support,” and expressed his gratitude, saying, “We will help students grow into leaders with the qualities of tolerance, acceptance, empathy, communication, sacrifice, and consideration so that they can live up to the trust and expectations of the people.” In 2023, Jennie’s agency OA Entertainment(ODDATELIER)donated 100 mMay 30, 2025
MUSIC‘Makdungi Tanna’ When did he grow up like this…Yoon San-ha’s new profile revealed‘Maknae Tanna’ When did he grow up so much…Yoon San-ha’s new profile revealed Group ASTRO(Fantagio)’s Yoon San-ha revealed a new profile.In the photo, Yoon San-ha completely shed his maknae image and radiated mature charm.He showed off a dandy yet soft charisma with a styling that combined a cardigan and a blue shirt, and freely wore basic outfits reminiscent of summer and even a brown-toned jacket.Yoon San-ha, who encompasses an urban atmosphere and chic eyes.He completed a three-dimensional cut with a different face and mood than before, raising expectations for his future activities.ASTRO’s maknae and all-round entertainer Yoon San-ha released his first solo mini-album ‘DUSK’ last year, 8 years after his debut.Yoon San-ha also held his second small-theater concert ‘Meeting’ this year, starting with the small-theater concert ‘Wish’, and had a special time with fans from both countries on his birthday.Last year, he successfully completed his first solo fan concert ‘Dusk Till Dawn’ inMay 30, 2025
MUSICWOODZ(WOODZ), ‘Sound Planet Festival 2025’ sortieSinger WOODZ announced news of a large-scale festival appearance ahead of his military discharge.On the 30th at 9 PM, ‘SOUND PLANET FESTIVAL 2025’ surprisingly revealed an additional lineup including WOODZ, PIETA, Leaveourtears.’Sound Planet Festival 2025’, held in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of Rolling Hall, will be held on September 13th(Sat)and 14th(Sun)at PARADISE CITY.Under the slogan ‘Feel the Waves, Touch the Stars’, the stage will be decorated to experience a new dimension of sensation that transcends reality through music.WOODZ is an artist with a wide range of genres, unrivaled sensibility, and excellent performance, and has left a strong impression with his colorful energy and immersive performances on stage.In particular, ‘Drowning’ was re-released on KBS 2TV’s ‘Immortal Songs 2: Singing the Legend’ while he was serving in the military.May 30, 2025
MUSICFifty Fifty, ‘Day & Night’ Band Live Version ReleasedFifty Fifty Releases Band Live Version of ‘Day & Night’ Group Fifty Fifty has released a band live version of ‘Day & Night’.Fifty Fifty, who have been releasing ‘Day & Night - UNPLUGGED’ content since midnight on the 27th, have rearranged and presented all the songs on their third mini album in band versions.Fifty Fifty is sequentially releasing ‘Midnight Special’ at midnight on the 27th, ‘Heartbreak’ on the 28th at 10 PM, and ‘Perfect Crime’ on the 29th at 8 PM.In particular, they showed off their sense of uploading the videos according to the time slot that best matches the mood of each song.Just like the album title ‘Day & Night’, the attention to detail that allowed Twenty’s day to be filled with Fifty Fifty’s music stood out.The band version live was produced as a content that took advantage of the members’ strengths, not only their attractive vocals but also their live skills.May 30, 2025
MUSICEnoch calls ‘Daejeon Station Blues’ in DaejeonSinger Enoch will be performing on stage at the ‘2025 Active King 2 National Tour Concert - Daejeon’ held at the DCC Daejeon Convention Center on the 31st.This concert is a special occasion where Enoch will perform ‘Daejeon Station Blues’, which he sang on the final stage of ‘Active King 2’ and won first place, for the first time live in the same region as the title of the song.As it is a song that has been perfectly completed with delicate sensibility and deep interpretation, expectations are high for its resonance at the scene.In addition to ‘Daejeon Station Blues’, Enoch plans to interact with fans through various stages such as ‘Amor Fati’ and ‘About Romance’.Having greatly improved his stage sense through the national tour, he is expected to draw a hot response in Daejeon as well.Meanwhile, Enoch is currently showing his presence in various ways such as MC on MBN ‘Sokpuli Show Dongchimi’ as well as participating in Good Neighbors ‘’Dongchimi Uncle Campaign’.May 30, 2025
MUSIC‘Comeback’ ITZY, a new world of mysteryThe group ITZY revealed the concept photos for their new mini album ‘Girls Will Be Girls’, showing a new world of mystery.In the photos, Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna showed off their ‘bold and chic’ charm in a unified mood.The noir-style directing that utilized the backlighting composition radiated ITZY’s unique charisma, and the movement and visuals under the static atmosphere unfolded a new world of mystery, amplifying curiosity toward the new album.The new mini album contains a total of five tracks, including the title song of the same name ‘Girls Will Be Girls’, ‘Kiss & Tell’, ‘Locked N Loaded’, ‘Promise’, and ‘Walk’.The mini album ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ will be available on various music sites at 6 PM on June 9.The group will hold a countdown live at 5 p.m.on the same day to share the excitement of their comeback with fans.Reporter Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com jMay 30, 2025
MUSICJeong Dong-ha and Ali to appear on ‘Open Concert’…Duet Stage PreviewSingers Jung Dong-ha and Ali will be up on the ‘Open Concert’ stage.The two will appear on the 1526th episode of KBS1TV’s ‘Open Concert’, which will air at 6 PM on June 1st, and show off a variety of performances.In particular, Ali will perform his new song ‘Azalea Flowers Blossomed’, released on the 19th, live for the first time and convey deep emotions and the sentiment of a historical drama-style ballad.Ali will then sing ‘Become Dust’ with Park Chang-geun, and Jung Dong-ha will sing ‘I Lived Like a Fool ‘with Jung Hoon-hee, presenting a warm duet stage.Jung Dong-ha also plans to show a wide spectrum by preparing OST’ You Better Run ‘and’ Like Rain, Like Music ‘from his recently released drama’ Return to Palace ‘.Meanwhile, Jung Dong-ha and Ali are meeting fans through the’ THE GREATEST : Immortal Songs Jung Dong-ha X Ali’ national tour concert.May 30, 2025
MUSICMonsta X Kihyun Loss of Taste? “Did My Tongue Lose Its Flavor” from the Sweetness Bomb(International Student Eo Nam-seon)MONSTA X Kihyun lost his sense of taste? “Did my tongue go bad?” from the bombardment of sweetness(Foreign Student Eo Nam-sun)Yoon Kyung-ho and Kihyun dive into the world of Portuguese desserts on Tcast E Channel’s ‘Foreign Student Eo Nam-sun’.The story of Yoon Kyung-ho and Kihyun, who set out on the ‘Dessert Road’ of Porto to develop desserts, will be depicted on Tcast E Channel’s ‘Foreign Student Eo Nam-sun’ to be aired on Saturday the 31st.The two tasted five kinds of desserts at a bakery.To the feast of various sweets, Yoon Kyung-ho said, “Does the sugar here taste mostly unsweet? Or are we too tired to taste?” Kihyun agreed, saying, “My sense of taste has become more and more rigid…” and that he started studying tastes early in the morning and suffered from recipe development until the evening, which led to ‘tongue fatigue.’ While saying, “I’m going to become a ‘Wannabe Eonamseon’ …” , he reveals the youngest’s great ambition(?) to catch up with ‘Eonamseon’ Ryu Su-young, even thouMay 30, 2025
MUSIC‘Debut’ Youth Sphere, bold run ‘ZOOM’ MV teaser releasedWM Entertainment’s new girl group USPEER has released a music video teaser for their title track “ZOOM” from their first single album “SPEED ZONE.” The video begins with captain Yeo-won waking up in a stadium.Then, as Yeo-won, with a determined look in her eyes, throws a punch with her boxing gloves, the screen switches to USPEER gathered in the locker room.The video delivers USPEER’s speedy energy with scenes of speedy skateboards and bicycles, and the video ends with the sound of a car starting, leaving a deep impression.In particular, the video shows the sporty and energetic team, along with the lyrics “Without wavering, We just keep our tempo, “ revealing USPEER’s ambition to boldly race through K - POP scene at their own pace.Also, part of the performance of ‘ZOOM’ was revealed for the first time, and the choreography, including the unique hand signs, caught people’s attention, raising expectations for the stage that USPEER will present.USPEMay 30, 2025
MUSICizna, High Teen It Girl ‘BEEP’ MV Teaser ReleasedThe group izna has released a music video teaser for their new single ‘BEEP’. This teaser continues the high teen mood from the three versions of the concept photos with sensual visual beauty, maximizing izna’s signature sophisticated sensibility. The music video teaser begins with a dreamy sound, and a short narration by izna members unfolds as if reminiscent of a high teen movie. The voice that flows out like dialogue from a movie such as “Sleepless nights”, “Growing emotions”, “Beep”, “MistakMay 30, 2025
MUSICDay6 Young K → Tours ‘Good Boy’ OST Lineup RevealedDAY6 Young K → Tours ‘Good Boy’ OST Lineup Revealed JTBC’s new Sat-Sun drama ‘Good Boy’ has revealed its OST lineup.’Good Boy’ (directed by Shim Na-yeon, written by Lee Dae-il, produced by SLL, Studio & New, Drama House Studio)released a preview video of all the songs on the YouTube channel ‘Gogosing GOGOSING’ on the 29th, along with OST lineup that has both personality and emotion.The drama ‘Good Boy’ is a comic action youth investigative drama about medalists who become police officers through special recruitment, wearing police ID cards around their necks instead of medals, and fight against a world full of unscrupulousness and foul play.Among the diverse artists who participated in the OST, world-renowned pop artist MAX will be the first to take charge of the drama’s intense energy with ‘GET IN THE RING’.DAY6’s Young K brings a warm breeze to the play with ‘I Will Become a Tree ‘, which contains his unique lyricism and emotional line.HYNN(Park Hye-won), who possesses both singing aMay 30, 2025
MUSICTempest resumes activities in Japan… Single to be released in JulyThe group TEMPEST will resume Japanese activities, releasing a new digital single “My Way” this July.Having had a successful pre-debut in January of last year with the release of the ending theme song “Baddest Behavior” for the Fuji TV animation “On the Run Great Mission,” TEMPEST went on to establish a solid position by rising to the top of the Oricon daily and weekly album rankings with their Japanese debut mini-album “BANG !” In December, they released their second Japanese mini-album “BUBBLE GUM, “ proving their high popularity in Japan by topping the Billboard Japan Hot Albums chart and the Japanese Oricon Weekly Albums chart.TEMPEST is also establishing themselves as a rising new idol group in Japan by collaborating with “Passion Price” of Japan’s largest discount store, Don Quijote, and demonstrating collaborative synergy.Tempest, who is returning with ‘My Way’ after 7 months, is expected to announce a splendid comeback by holding a showcase of the same name at the same time asMay 30, 2025
MUSIC‘ASEA 2025’ Completed…Byeon Woo-seok Also Marches for Trophy at Children’s Awards‘ASEA 2025’ has come to a close after two days of excitement.The 2nd ‘Asia Star Entertainer Awards 2025’ (ASEA 2025)successfully concluded at the K-Arena Yokohama in Yokohama, Japan on May 29th.The awards ceremony, which was held with a record of selling out all tickets for two consecutive days I proved the power of K DLE pop and Asian artists and decorated it with a splendid finale.The honor of the grand prize on the second day went to girl group G The boys swept global music charts with their second full-length album ‘2’ and their seventh mini-album’ I SWAY ‘, and sold out all tickets for their world tour’ iDOL ‘that toured 14 cities, winning three crowns:’ RECORD OF THE YEAR ‘,’ THE PLATINUM ‘, and’ GLOBAL K - POP LEADER ‘.ZeroBaseOne won two crowns with’ PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR ‘and’ THE PLATINUM ‘, while The Boyz won’ THE BEST CONCEPTUAL ARTIST ‘and’ THE PLATINUM ‘.This year’s new albumMay 30, 2025
MUSICSTAYC fever in college… Continued fever with world tourSTAYC fever is sweeping college campuses.After heating up college festivals in May, the group STAYC will meet global fans with an 11-city world tour starting in June.STAYC(Sumin, Sieun, Isa, Seeun, Yoon, J)proved their status as an ‘icon of festivals’ by performing on stage at 16 college festivals across the country in May, starting with the Jeonbuk National University Dental Festival, followed by Chung-Ang University’s Seoul Campus and Yonsei University’s Mirae Campus.STAYC, who performed hit songs one after another including ‘BEBE’, ‘Teddy Bear’, ‘Bubble’, and ‘RUN2U’, led the audience to sing along and cheer with their unwavering live performances.They actively interacted with the audience, making eye contact and waving their hands, bringing the festival atmosphere to its peak.This momentum is also continuing overseas.STAYC opened the door to their world tour ‘STAY TUNED’ by selling out all tickets for their Seoul concert last month.Starting in June, the tour will be held in 11 citiMay 30, 2025
MUSICBVB Girl Minyoung, refreshing in bright red hot pants… extraordinary healthy beauty[DA ★]BVB’s Minyoung, refreshing in bright red hot pants…extraordinary healthy beauty[DA ★] BVB’s Minyoung showed off her healthy beauty.On the 29th, Minyoung revealed photos and videos taken at a refreshing ocean view accommodation on her Instagram.In the photos, she showed off her wonderful backside wearing a bright red crop top and hot pants.Minyoung aroused the envy of others by revealing her firm body line without an ounce of fat.She created a movie-like moment with her appearance in harmony with the wide open ocean view.Meanwhile, BVB, which Minyoung is a part of, released the remake single ‘Hopeful’ on the 29th.’Hopeful’ is a song that was remade with BVB’s unique sensibility from the representative song of singer Byun Jin-seop released in 1989.BVB’s Minyoung participated in the rewriting of the lyrics and wittily expressed the cheerful yet romantic inner feelings, and the original singer Byun Jin-seop participated as a surprise featuring.Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@dMay 30, 2025
MUSICQWER demonstration, breaking through discord and becoming stronger… Message conveyed through 3rd album concept photosMy favorite girl band QWER member Siyeon has revealed her mature presence.On the 29th, QWER released Siyeon’s concept photos for their 3rd mini album ‘I’m on Your Side, Even if the Whole World is Discord ‘through their official SNS.In the photos, Siyeon caught people’s attention with her styling that combines a kitschy mood and hip sensibility, expressing a strong and confident attitude.In particular, Siyeon raised expectations for the album by visually unraveling the story of the team that has grown at its own pace even in discord.The concept photos are an extension of the worldview that QWER has continued since their debut album ‘Harmony from Discord’.This 3rd mini album consists of a total of 6 songs including the title song ‘Holding Back Tears’, and all the members participated in the production of all the songs to complete a deep band sound.The team is raising the comeback atmosphere by sequentially releasing concept photos for each member.The group photo will be released on the 3May 30, 2025
MUSIC‘G-Dragon’s Departure ‘US’ Head in the Cloud LA 2025’ YouTube Live Stream‘G-Dragon’s Departure ‘US’ Head in the Clouds LA 2025 ‘YouTube Live Stream You can enjoy the large-scale US music LA’ Head in the Clouds Los Angeles 2025 ‘featuring singer G-Dragon as a headliner on your home theater.88rising, the organizer of’ Head In The Clouds Los Angeles 2025 ‘, announced on the 30th, “On May 31 and June 1(local time), we will exclusively live stream the artists’ performances through our official YouTube channel.” ‘Head in the Clouds’ is the first Asian-centered music festival planned locally by 88rising, an Asian-American global music and media company, and has served as a window for introducing Asian artists to the US for several years.In recent years, it has expanded globally by presenting unique programs in New York, Jakarta, Manila, and China.Accordingly, the American pop culture magazine Rolling Stone described the festival as “Asia’s best talents gathered togetherMay 30, 2025
MUSICAhn Ye-eun“ ‘Naturalization Book, Sahonhwa’, Containing the Promise of the Living and the Comfort of the Dead” (Q&A)Singer-songwriter Ahn Ye-eun released a Q&A with her thoughts on the OST of an oriental fantasy healing novel.Ahn Ye-eun released OST of the novel ‘Gwihwaseo, Protect the Last Flower’, ‘Gwihwaseo, Sahonhwa’, through various music sites at noon today(the 29th).’Gwihwaseo, Sahonhwa’ is an OST born from a collaboration between Ahn Ye-eun and kt Milli’s Library, and is also the first novel OST that Ahn Ye-eun has sung.Ahn Ye-eun directly participated in writing the lyrics, composing, and arranging the song, and it contains a message of comfort for everyone who must live in the present amidst longing.●The following is Ahn Ye-eun’s Q&A.Q.Please briefly introduce the song ‘Gwihwaseo, Sahonhwa’.A I think it’s about trying to tell the story of ‘Let’s live on somehow even with the big gap created by losing a loved one.’ I tried to convey the theme of the work well while also including the determination of the living and the comfort of the dead.Q What was the part you focused on the most while woMay 29, 2025