Ampersand One, a Christmas content gift for fans

The group AMPERS&ONE has recently released a series of diverse contents for the Christmas season through their official SNS channels. First, AMPERS&ONE made hearts flutter with their sweet and mellow voice through their cover video of INFINITE‘s ‘White Confession (Lately)’. While cute props created a Christmas atmosphere, AMPERS&ONE added a lively charm by showing off cute gestures and facial expressions. Next, AMPERS&ONE conducted the ‘Blind, Deaf and Mute’ challenge through content about making Christmas dinner. Teams of three had to work together to cook while one person covered their eyes, one person covered their ears, and one person could not speak. AMPERS&ONE struggled to finish the dish within the limited time of 60 minutes, but they also showed off their cheerful tiki-taka and made people laugh. Also, a special clip video of the song ‘Over The Moon’ from the first mini album ‘ONE QUESTION’ was released. ‘Over The Moon’ is a song from the album.

Cravity Serim Releases ‘Yours’ Cover Video… Christmas Eardrum Boyfriend Crowned

CRAVITY‘s Serim gave a sweet Christmas present. On the 24th, his agency Starship Entertainment made a surprise release of a video titled ‘[C-Plus+] SERIM Serim ’yours‘ Cover l CRAVITY’ through CRAVITY’s official YouTube channel. The video shows Serim singing ‘Yours’ by Korean singer Damon Ear. Despite his comfortable attire, Serim not only shows off his handsome visuals, but also announces the appearance of his ‘new eardrum boyfriend’ by reinterpreting the original song with his sweet voice. The 4:3 aspect ratio video that was incorporated throughout also attracted attention. After blowing out the candles on a cake, Serim showed affectionate acting such as trying to spread cream on the camera and feeding popcorn to the camera, and raised the excitement index of the viewers with an appearance reminiscent of the so-called ‘Boyfriend meme’. In the video, the scene where Serim writes ‘To. Luvity’ on a postcard implies that the video is a gift for ‘Luvity (official fan club name)’, complete

‘Gayo Daejeon Departure’ Baby Monster, ‘DRIP’ Choreography Video Filming Released

The group Baby Monster has revealed the behind-the-scenes of their choreography video. On the 24th, their agency YG Entertainment posted ‘BABYMONSTER - ’DRIP & CLIK CLAK‘ PERFORMANCE VIDEO BEHIND’ on their official blog. This video gives a glimpse into the making of the performance video for their double title songs ‘DRIP’ and ‘CLIK CLAK’, which capture the natural charm of their choreography against a simple horizon background. Before filming ‘DRIP’, Baby Monster warmed up the atmosphere by personally performing their key move, the ‘Dance’. After completing all preparations and standing in front of the camera, the members poured out their energy with powerful gestures from the first take, and they further enhanced the mood of the song with their captivating facial expressions and unrivaled expressiveness. General Producer Yang Hyun-suk was also present on site to ensure the best possible result. He gave detailed advice, such as suggesting the idea of using jackets to make the leading

82 Major “Entered Billboard Charts 1 Year After Debut, Thanks to Fan Love” [Photoshoot]

The group 82MAJOR delivered a special Christmas gift in the form of a pictorial. On the 24th, American fashion magazine WWD released a pictorial and interview with the group 82MAJOR (Nam Sung-mo, Park Seok-jun, Yoon Ye-chan, Jo Sung-il, Hwang Sung-bin, and Kim Do-gyun). In the pictorial, 82MAJOR transformed into secret agents to match the concept of their title song ‘Stuck’ from their 2nd mini album ‘X-82’ released last October, showing off a boyish yet mature vibe. The members‘ visuals, which are no less than those of models, immediately captured the attention of viewers. On this day, WWD focused on the achievements of 82MAJOR since their comeback. The members rose to global stardom by successfully entering the Billboard chart just one year after their debut. 82 Major said, “It’s all thanks to Attitude’s (fandom name) love,” and added, “We will become a better group.” The music video for “Tip of the Tongue,” which contains unique visual beauty and a unique story, became a hot topic, r

WEi, Confused Youth Concept Photos Revealed

The group WEi has revealed concept photos for their new album that contain various emotions. On the 23rd and 25th, WEi revealed the ‘Turmoil’ and ‘Manic’ version concept photos of their 7th mini album ‘The Feelings’, respectively, through their official SNS. First, the ‘Turmoil’ version concept photos are characterized by a design that intentionally erases the face area in order to express the confusing emotions of youth. Following the teasing video, the phrase ‘Not enough’ appears once again, stimulating curiosity. Then, in the ‘Manic’ version concept photos that were revealed, WEi expressed his feelings that even he himself does not know through a rough drawing. The members showed off WEi‘s dark charm with deeper eyes. ‘The Feelings’ is WEi’s new mini-album, released about 1 year and 7 months after their 6th mini-album ‘Love Pt. 3: Eternally’ in June 2023. It is a new mini-album that conveys the feelings of youth.

Wonwi, today (25th) ‘2024 Someday Christmas in Busan’ departure

The band Onewe (Yonghoon, Kanghyun, Harin, Dongmyeong, Kiwook) will be performing at the ‘2024 Someday Christmas in Busan’ at BEXCO in Busan today (the 25th). ‘Someday Christmas’ is a representative music festival in Korea, and is a performance like a Christmas present that takes responsibility for the romantic winter of the audience. With an even more solid lineup this year, Onewe will present a stage that will prove its worth as a ‘emassioned performance powerhouse’. Onewe will meet the audience with a rich setlist suitable for the festival. They are determined to present a Christmas that will remain in the audience‘s memories for a long time with an energetic band performance that maximizes the immersion of the songs, as well as songs filled with Onewe’s unique emotions. Onewe has emerged as a true ‘emassioned ‘emassioned performance powerhouse’ after holding solo concerts in Korea and Japan this year, and continuing their performances at major domestic festivals. These are ‘2024 So

QWER, first fan concert group + individual photos released

The band QWER (QWER/Chodan, Magenta, Hina, Siyeon) has released group and individual photos from their first fan concert ‘QWER The 1st Fan Concert ’1, 2, QWER!‘’(hereafter ‘1, 2, QWER!’). First, in the group photo, the four members have braided each other‘s hair and connected them to complete a puzzle piece. As an extension of the profile image that QWER showed when they made their official debut, the members’ stronger teamwork and solidarity are expressed in the pose of holding each other‘s hands. The individual photos were taken against the backdrop of a simple horizon studio, making each member’s expressions more three-dimensional. While using each position instrument such as drums, bass, guitar, and headset as props to express the band‘s identity, they confidently stared into the camera, giving a glimpse of the musical growth they will show at the fan concert. ‘1, 2, QWER!’ is QWER’s first fan concert since their debut, and the concert title borrows the lyrics from the introduction

Lee Young-hyun holds surprise fan event for year-end performance

Singer Lee Young-hyun is holding a year-end solo concert event. On the 24th, her agency HOENT will hold a setlist spoiler event ahead of Lee Young-hyun‘s solo concert, “To You Who Need My Song.” In this concert, Lee Young-hyun will perform many of her hit songs, including ‘JUST LOVE’, ‘RAIN’, and ‘STAR’, from her recently released third regular album. We ask for your great anticipation and participation,“ they said. The setlist spoiler event, which was revealed through the official channel the day before, is an event where you have to guess the correct setlist by looking at only the initials or number of letters in the spoiler image. You can participate through the official website of her agency HOENT. Lee Young-hyun will perform three different songs for each concert out of her setlist of twenty-one songs, accepting stories and song requests from the audience. Lee Young-hyun plans to communicate with more fans through the stories of fans and the setlist spoiler event. The purpose of t

82 Major Kim Do-gyun, collaboration with Jubnail… Released on January 24th next year

Group 82major‘s Kim Do-gyun is releasing a collaboration song with Juvenile. On the 24th, the agency Great M Entertainment released a surprise jacket photo through their official SNS and announced the release of Kim Do-gyun and Juvenile’s new song ‘Letter’ (feat. KIMDOGYUN, 82MAJOR) on January 24, 2025. This new song is a global project by Juvenile, who is active as a DJ and music producer in Japan. It is especially meaningful as it is the first time Kim Do-gyun is presenting a solo song through a featuring since his debut. ‘Letter’ is a sentimental ballad that is great to listen to in the winter, featuring the exquisite meshing of Kim Do-gyun‘s appealing singing ability and Juvenile’s emotional melody line. Juvenile participated in the composition and arrangement, and 82major members Kim Do-gyun and Hwang Seong-bin participated in the lyrics, increasing the level of perfection. Kim Do-gyun said through his agency, “I am very happy and excited to be working with Joobnaile. Even though

Song Ga-in, attended by male fans in their 20s… Hosting a birthday party for all generations

Singer Song Ga-in returned the love by throwing a birthday party with her fans. Song Ga-in invited fans to a birthday party at a location in Seoul on the 23rd. This birthday party was held in the form of a mini dinner show, satisfying all five senses of her fans. Song Ga-in, who had regrets last year when she held a party online, expressed her abundant love for her fans through this year‘s birthday party. Even before the official event began, Song Ga-in perfectly lived up to their expectations by gifting cosmetics and other items to fans as they entered. After the meal, Song Ga-in performed “Be Ga-in,” “Let’s Fall in Love,” “Seoul‘s Moon,” and “Beyond Memory,” and walked around the audience to express her gratitude to her fans. Song Ga-in actively communicated, saying, “Actually, since you all listen to my songs all the time, I want to talk more today.” They selected the best male and female dressers of the day on the spot, and gave out gifts through various mini games such as balance

The end of the year is Roy Kim… Expectations for ‘Roy Actually’ Busan concert↑

Singer Roy Kim will be holding a solo concert in Busan following Seoul. Roy Kim will be holding his solo concert ‘Roy Actually’ at the Busan KBS Hall on the 28th and 29th. He opened the concert at the Olympic Handball Stadium in Olympic Park, Seoul from the 6th to the 8th. His agency Wake One is raising expectations for the Busan concert by releasing behind-the-scenes photos from the previous Seoul concert. The cuts filled with Roy Kim‘s unique sensibility will once again stimulate the viewers’ sensibilities, and the faint smile on his face as he gestures and plays toward his fans that day

TREASURE, Fan Concert Spot Video Released

Ahead of their fan concert tour next year, the group TREASURE has released a spot video that gives a glimpse into the atmosphere. On the 24th, their agency YG Entertainment posted the ‘2025 TREASURE FAN CONCERT [SPECIAL MOMENT] IN SEOUL SPOT VIDEO’ on TREASURE‘s official SNS. The video fully captures the excitement of the scene and the explosive energy of the members during their last Asia tour. Under the blue waves of light from the cheering sticks that filled the concert hall, TREASURE caught everyone’s attention as they freely moved around the stage. The members‘ expressions of joy and delight as they interacted with their fans greatly heightened expectations for the upcoming fan concert. TREASURE’s ‘2025 TREASURE FAN CONCERT [SPECIAL MOMENT] IN SEOUL’ will be held at the Kyunghee University Peace Hall in Seoul on March 29th and 30th next year. Next, four cities in North America (New York, Washington DC, Oakland, Los Angeles) and four cities in Japan.

K.Will, Opening Encore Concert Today (24th)… Christmas Together

Singer K.will is holding an encore concert. K.will will hold the 2024 K.will Encore Concert ‘All The Way: Christmas Edition’ at the Yonsei University Grand Auditorium in Seoul for two days today (the 24th) and the 25th. ‘All The Way: Christmas Edition’ is an extension of K.will‘s concert ‘All The Way’, which he held in Seoul in October and Busan in November. He added this encore concert to connect with more fans. This second concert was a ‘perfect sellout’, proving his hot popularity. He has completed thorough preparations to provide a different kind of enjoyment and emotion from the previous Seoul and Busan concerts. Since this Seoul encore concert is held during the Christmas season, K.will plans to satisfy all five senses with various elements such as the setlist and live skills with songs suitable for winter. With the support of fans, K.Will is holding an encore concert and is preparing for the concert to present a well-made performance.

Son Dong-pyo, Fin.K.L.‘s ‘White’ cover video released

Singer Son Dong-pyo has released a cover video of Fin.K.L.‘s ‘White’. In the video, Son Dong-pyo appears wearing a white knit in a space filled with a Christmas atmosphere. Son Dong-pyo sings the original song with his signature soft vocals, while expressing the song’s warm and cozy emotions with his delicate facial expressions, fully conveying the excitement and happiness of the end of the year. In particular, Son Dong-pyo completed a special cover video that captivates both the eyes and ears, showing off his clear and transparent visuals with props such as a Christmas tree, gift boxes, and a teddy bear. He perfectly performed the representative winter song of winter, giving fans a warm year-end gift. Son Dong-pyo opened a new chapter in his activities by releasing ‘Waves (2024)’, a remake of UN‘s hit song ‘Waves’, and holding his first solo fan meeting since his debut in Japan. Son Dong-pyo also appeared in various entertainment programs, including as the sole MC of the web variety s

Nana, revealing a daring underwear pictorial… posing on the sofa [DA★]

Actress Nana, formerly of girl group After School, is drawing attention by revealing a daring underwear pictorial. On the afternoon of the 23rd, Nana revealed several photos from an advertisement pictorial with a brand on her SNS. In the revealed photos, Nana is posing while lying on a sofa wearing black underwear. You can feel Nana‘s confidence from the fact that she is wearing only underwear and no other clothes. In particular, Nana’s clear skin, which she recently revealed on YouTube that she was getting a tattoo removal procedure, is also drawing attention. Meanwhile, Nana recently appeared in Baek Ji-young‘s music video ‘That’s Right’. There were rumors of a relationship with model Chae Jong-seok, who also appeared in the music video, but Nana‘s side stated that it was her “personal life.” Reporter Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com yyynnn@donga.com

New Eric “I never thought The Boyz would be 7 years old… I’m looking forward to it my whole life” [Photoshoot]

The Boyz‘s New and Eric graced the cover of the January issue of ‘Man Noblesse’. The introverted New and the extroverted Eric were clearly differentiated from each other during the photoshoot. Eric said, “Honestly, I thought, ’What is this combination?‘ It’s the first time the two of us have shot together, so I was curious to see what kind of picture it would come out of.” New said, “Come to think of it, it‘s a meeting of extremes of I and E,” and showed his affection for the Boyz members, saying, “I think we would have had good chemistry with any of the members.” Regarding his transfer to the global producing company 100 with the members of The Boyz earlier this month, Eric expressed strong trust in his team, saying, “Honestly, I’ve never once thought that The Boyz had a seven-year shelf life. I was certain of that belief,” Recently, The Boyz released a new profile picture, and Eric said about it, “The exact feeling was ‘overwhelmed.’ When I looked at The B‘s reaction, I was even more

ZerobaseOne, UK and US media year-end settlement

The group ZEROBASEONE is proving their status by entering global media year-end settlements one after another. According to the US Grammy.com, the title song ‘GOOD SO BAD’ of ZEROBASEONE‘s (Sung Han-bin, Kim Ji-woong, Jang Hao, Seok Matthew, Kim Tae-rae, Ricky, Kim Kyu-bin, Park Gun-wook, Han Yu-jin) 4th mini-album ‘CINEMA PARADISE’ was selected as one of the ‘10 K-pop songs that shone in 2024’. Grammy.com praised the song, saying, “It has a sound that is perfect for the ensemble of a 9-member boy group. They display excellent synergy with their boyish charm.” Grammy.com previously highlighted ZEROBASEONE’s high popularity locally, saying that they were the team that drew the most attention from the audience at ‘KCON LA 2024’. ‘GOOD SO BAD’ was also named one of the ‘50 Best K-Pop Tracks of 2024’ by Dazed UK. Dazed said, “Born by legendary songwriter Kenzie, this is the song that created the biggest stir this year. ZEROBASEONE‘s infectious

Seven Earth to hold solo concert in February next year

The group SEVENUS will meet their fans with a solo concert in February next year. SEVENUS (Heejae, Lee Re) will hold their solo concert ‘On Air Night with HEEALA’ on February 8, 2025 at 2 PM and 6 PM at Seongam Art Hall in Seoul. ‘On Air Night with HEEALA’ is an event prepared by SEVENUS to give back to their fans‘ support, and expectations are high as it is their first domestic concert in a long time. SEVENUS released their second mini-album ‘STAY TUNED’ on the 9th and have been actively promoting the title song ‘SLOMO’, so they are expected to show various new song stages as well as an entirely new repertoire at this concert. Ahead of their solo concert, SEVENUS stated through their agency, “We have been preparing various appearances for a long time. I hope these efforts are well conveyed to the fans. We put a lot of effort into the program and production, and also paid a lot of attention to various elements for the fans, such as on-site events.

Ensign, deadly ‘Love Potion’ concept revealed

The group n.SSign showed off their deadly charisma. On the 23rd, n.SSign released the concept film video of the ‘Fatal love’ version of their third mini-album ‘Love Potion’ through their official SNS. In the video, n.SSign caught the attention of fans by showing off their own unique atmosphere under sensual lighting. Their masculine and deadly gazes and visuals that are perfect from any angle made fans‘ hearts flutter. Before this, n.SSign added to the excitement of fans by releasing the ‘Fatal love’ version concept photos. In the photos, n.SSign proved their thousand faces by showing a dark mood and charisma different from the ‘Sweet love’ version. ‘Love Potion’ is n.SSign’s new album five months after the release of their second mini-album repackage ‘Tiger’ in July. Ensign, who showed off a variety of unexpected charms in their previous work, returns with brighter energy, adding to the joy of seeing and listening. This album includes ‘Apocalypse

Chungha, Jatsbi → Yoon Ji-sung All Out Christmas Party MV Released

Singer Chungha threw a Christmas party with her friends in the music industry. On the 24th at midnight, Chungha released the music video for the Christmas special single ‘Christmas Promises’ and the double title track ‘There Goes Santa Claus!’ through her official YouTube channel. The video captures the cheerful footsteps of those who received Chungha‘s invitation and boarded the Rudolph bus. This was followed by a Christmas party with Chungha’s closest friends. This video was connected to the music video for another title track ‘Sleigh’, creating a cinematic atmosphere. In particular, Chungha‘s friends, including Jaejae, Seunghunseu, Gabi, Choi Yoojung, Kim Sejeong, Yoo Yeonjung, Jung Chaeyeon, Im Nayoung, Yoon Jisung, and choreographers Lian and Kinky, appeared to show off unique chemistry and fun. Chungha and her friends are enjoying Christmas even more by dancing, playing various games, and taking self-photos. In particular, they are going back to their childhood.