Oh My Girl, promise to be together and apart “YooA and Arin contracts end” [Official]

Group Oh My Girl’s YooA and Arin have terminated their contracts with their agency.On the 8th, WM Entertainment announced the news, saying, “We recently renewed our contracts with Oh My Girl’s Hyojung, Mimi, Seunghee, and Yubin.” They continued, “Hyojung, Mimi, Seunghee, and Yubin have agreed to proceed with renewing their contracts once again, following their first contract renewal in 2022, based on the thick trust they have built with us over the past 10 years.” They continued, “Members YooA and Arin agreed to terminate their exclusive contracts after in-depth discussions,” and “Although their individual exclusive contracts have ended, YooA and Arin promised to continue together as members of Oh My Girl in the future,” promising group promotions.They added, “We would like to express our gratitude to YooA and Arin, who have been with us for 10 years, and we will sincerely cheer on their new solo activities.” Oh My Girl held their 10th anniversary solo concert ‘2025 OH MY GIRL CONCERT’

i-dle, Pre-released song ‘Girlfriend’ MV teaser released

The group i - dle(Miyeon, Minnie, Soyeon, Yuqi, Shuhua)has released a music video teaser for their pre-released song “Girlfriend” from their 8th mini album “We are.” The kids boldly expressed themselves in the teaser video with the music gradually building up.First, Yuqi walked towards a car with a broken windshield with the Eiffel Tower and the Seine River in the background, while Shuhua looked expressionlessly out the window from the backseat of the car. After Minnie and Soyeon enjoyed the mu

Youngtak, Just Holding an Umbrella Feels Fantasy… Fancon Video Released

Singer Young Tak has released his second concept video ahead of his first fan concert since his debut.Young Tak, who will be holding his first fan concert ‘2025 YOUNGTAK FAN - CON YOUNGONE PARK’ on Saturday, May 10th and Sunday, May 11th at the Donghae Culture and Arts Center at Kwangwoon University in Seoul, is heralding this event as a special festival that he will enjoy together with his fans.In the second concept video, which was released through the official SNS on the 7th, Young Tak captures everyone’s attention with his bright and playful expression while holding a pinwheel and a rainbow umbrella in a refreshing atmosphere.Through the concept video, Youngtak raised expectations and curiosity for the fan concert with his bright smile and free gestures.In the first concept video released earlier, Youngtak showed off his casual charm with his refreshing styling, but this time he added a refreshing yet dandy mood, creating a male god atmosphere.The title of this fan concert, ‘YOUNGO

New Beat, First Debut ‘KCON’ Debut… Heating Up Japan

The group New Beat will be making their first appearance at ‘KCON’.The group New Beat(Park NEWBEAT, Hong Min-seong, Jeon Yeo-yeo-jeong, Choi Seo-hyun, Kim Tae-yang, Jo Yoon-hoo, Kim Li-woo)will be appearing at ‘KCON JAPAN 2025’ being held at Makuhari Messe, Chiba, Japan from the 9th to the 11th.New Beat will make a splendid start to ‘KCON’ with a showcase and dance stage on the first day, the 9th.On the 11th, they plan to interact with local fans through various events, from the red carpet to the pre-show stage.New Beat also plans to show off a variety of stages, including the title song ‘Flip the Coin’ from their first regular album ‘RAW AND RAD’ and the pre-released song ‘JeLLo(힘숨징)’.As this is their first time attending ‘KCON’ since their debut, they are determined to leave a strong presence with perfect live performances.New Beat released their first full-length album ‘RAW AND RAD’ in March and made their debut in the music industry through Mnet debut show ‘Drop the NEWBEAT’ and SB

‘2nd Debut Anniversary’ The Wind, ‘Hello Tomorrow’ to be released on the 15th…Lyrics by Kim Hee-soo and Choi Han-bin

The group The Wind(Kim Hee-soo, Thanaton, Choi Han-bin, Park Ha-yu-chan, Ahn Chan-won, Jang Hyun-jun)will be releasing a new digital single “Hello Tomorrow” on the 15th to celebrate their 2nd debut anniversary.”Hello Tomorrow” was first pre-released as a short chorus in the ending scene of the music video for “Nice to Meet You, My First Love”, the title track of The Wind’s third mini-album released in October of last year.It will be officially released as a complete song after 7 months, marking The Wind’s 2nd debut anniversary.The Wind’s signature youthful sensibility and hopeful message, perfect for the warm spring weather, are expected to provide warm healing and comfort to fans.The refreshing melody and plain vocals produced by composers Seo Yong-bae, Kim Min-ki, and Park Hyun-gyu have garnered much anticipation.In particular, members Kim Hee-soo and Choi Han-bin directly participated in writing the lyrics, making “Hello Tomorrow” even more special with lyrics that contain The Wind’

DKZ Jaechan, Pure + High-Class Beauty Coexistence

Group DKZ member Jaechan revealed PURE version concept photos of his 2nd mini-album ‘JCFACTORY vol.2’.In the photos, Jaechan shows off a refreshing yet pure charm with white-toned styling.Gold accessories were used as a point to add a luxurious atmosphere.Jaechan made viewers smile with his playful expressions, such as winking at the camera.In this way, Jaechan has sequentially revealed four versions of concept photos filled with various charms, ranging from ‘CHIC’, ‘SHINE’, ‘DEEP’, and ‘PURE’, raising curiosity about the music he will present with ‘JCFACTORY vol.2’.’JCFACTORY vol.2’ is Jaechan’s new album, released approximately 1 year and 8 months after the release of his 1st mini-album ‘JCFACTORY’ in September 2023.Jaechan, who directly participated in the entire production of the album ‘JCFACTORY’ and earned the title of ‘Factory Manager’, has taken another step forward in his musical growth as a solo artist through ‘JCFACTORY vol.2’.

[Star Chaser]”Hero did it again!” Lim Young-woong and Lee Hae-ri stage, 5 million views celebration fever

“A stage from 4 years ago, still loved today.” Singer Lim Young-woong’s record-breaking march continues.The video “Lim Young-woong x Lee Hae-ri[Trust Me Now]Love Call Center” released on Lim Young-woong’s YouTube channel on July 31, 2020, has surpassed 5 million views and is still boasting unwavering popularity.This video is considered a famous scene that showed the essence of emotion, featuring the “Trust Me Now” stage with Davichi’s Lee Hae-ri from the summer special episode of TV Chosun’s “Love Call Center.” Lim Young-woong’s warm and trustworthy voice and Lee Hae-ri’s sorrowful tone blended fantastically to give fans an unforgettable impression.”Trust Me Now” is the special song Lim Young-woong received when he won the title on TV Chosun’s “Mr.Trot.” This song, composed by hitmaker Jo Young-soo and written by Kim Eana, captured the hearts of fans as soon as it was released and is still loved today.With his warm visuals and unchanging singing ability, Lim Young-woong has once again

Piwon Harmony, ‘DUH !’ released today(8th)…”Expressing strong confidence”

The group P1Harmony(Kiho Theo Jiwoong Intak Soul Jongseop)is raising expectations by making a comeback today(the 8th)with a new album filled with strong confidence.P1Harmony will release all the tracks on their 8th mini-album ‘DUH !’ and the music video for the title track of the same name through various music sites at 6 PM today(the 8th).The new album ‘DUH !’ is an album that wittily expresses P1Harmony’s overflowing confidence.It depicts the figure of P1Harmony, an extraordinary hero who declares a hero’s strike against those who do not need them and then does whatever he wants.The title track ‘DUH !’ is an old school hip-hop genre song with impressive lyrics that say, ‘The place I sit, the path I walk is the answer.’ The title ‘DUH’ means ‘Who is this popular person? Of course it’s me! It is an English expression with the nuance of ‘Why are you asking such a thing!’ and is also used in the lyrics to intuitively reveal the theme of the album.In addition to the title track, the album

Jenny, provocative pose… unique hat + lingerie look[DA ★]

Girl group Blackpink’s Jennie is drawing attention with a provocative pose.On the morning of the 8th, Jennie posted several photos on her SNS.The released photos show Jennie wearing the outfit she wore at the Met Gala after-party.In the released photos, Jennie is striking various poses in various places.Meanwhile, Jennie attended the ‘2025 Met Gala’ held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA on the 5th(local time).Reporter Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com yyynnn@donga.com

Jo Moon-geun, webtoon ‘Touch Touch You’ OST ‘My Life Becomes a Song’ to be released on the 11th

Singer Jo Moon-geun will deeply move us with the OST of the webtoon ‘Touch Touch You’.On the 11th at noon, OST the webtoon ‘Touch Touch You’, ‘My Life Becomes a Song’, in which Jo Moon-geun participated, will be released through various online music sites.’My Life Becomes a Song’ contains the stories of all of us that accumulate over time, becoming songs, dramas, and movies.The message of life that is expressed in a serious and calm manner, such as ‘The song is about the years I’ve lived/The happy days, the days I miss/I put them in this song and give them to you ‘, stands out.Jo Moon-geun participated in singing this song.He is expected to present a variety of expressions with his unique soft yet rough tone and excellent singing ability.Go Byung-sik and Lee Hyung-sung, who have been responsible for many domestic and international albums and drama OSTs, have joined forces to increase the perfection of the song, foreshadowing the birth of a masterpiece OST.Jo Moon-geun proved his presen

Kickflip ‘Skiz’s younger brother ‘’Producing idol’ business card after 100 days of debut

‘As expected from the younger siblings of SKZ.’ There is a bold new idol group that has thrown down the gauntlet of producing their own album just 100 days after their debut.It is Kickflip KICK an ambitious project from the’ K -pop powerhouse ‘JYP Entertainment(JYP).’ JYP super newcomer ‘FLIP will be showcasing their capabilities as a’ producing idol ‘starting with their second mini-album, which will be released at the end of this month.’ Producing idol ‘refers to idol group members who actively participate in all aspects of album production, including writing lyrics, composing, and arranging.Kickflip, who have shown off their self-producing capabilities just 100 days after their debut, naturally bring to mind Stray Kids, who are also under JYP and are also the symbol of’ producing idols ‘.Stray Kids also has a producing unit called’ 3Racha ‘, consisting of members Bang Chan and Changbin.Kickflip’s second mini album, which will be their debut as a ‘producing idol’, is scheduled to be o

An Ye-seul, webtoon ‘The Reason I Die’ OST ‘How Can I Forget You’ to be released on the 9th

Singer Ahn Ye-seul sings the OST for ‘The Reason I Die’.On the 9th at 6 PM, OST ‘How Can I Forget You’ of the webtoon ‘The Reason I Die’, in which Ahn Ye-seul participated, will be released through various online music sites.’How Can I Forget You’ is a pop ballad song that contains a sad longing for a past love.Pilseungbulpae, Kim Je-mi, and Jang Seok-won, who have worked together on many popular OSTs, have joined forces to improve the quality of the song.In particular, Ahn Ye-seul’s appealing vocals and hazy tone on top of the sorrowful melody are expected to move the audience.The lyrics, such as ‘I didn’t know it would be like this / My world without you rains all day / Let’s break up, but I didn’t know my heart as I watched a day that hurt more than you ‘, touch the heart with their relatable lyrics.Ahn Ye-seul has appeared on Mnet’ Superstar K4 ‘and’ Produce 101 ‘and has been actively promoting through songs of various genres and OSTs.’ Reason for Death’ is about an ordinary person

[Star Chaser]V, 1 Billion Streaming Record… Fans “Additional Reasons to Love”

BTS’s V has completed another music record.On the 7th, a photo of the ‘1 Billion Streaming Achievement Plaque’ that V received from the world’s largest streaming platform, Spotify, was revealed on BTS’s official SNS.V set the golden tower of being the first K-pop B-side song to reach 1 billion streams with ‘Love Me Again’ from his first solo album ‘Layover’.’Love Me Again’ went on to break the record of being on the weekly chart for 70 consecutive weeks, going beyond being a simple hit song and establishing itself as a new chapter in K-pop history.With V’s rich baritone overlaying the R & B sound with 1970s soul, gospel, and jazz sensibilities, it was met with praise saying, “This vibe has never been seen before in K-pop.” The US’s ‘Consequence of Sound’ selected ‘Love Me Again’ as the ‘Most Swooning Single’ in its ‘2023 K-Pop Almanac’, praising its “balance of pop and R &B, and rich baritone.” The music video topped the UK’s Tidal Top Video Chart.

Winner resumes activities as a trio amid ‘Song Min-ho controversy’

Winner, whose full group promotions were put on hold due to Song Mino’s ‘poor service controversy,’ will eventually continue promotions as a three-member group without Song Mino.YG announced on the 7th, “We are planning to hold a Winner concert in July,” and “It will be a place to meet fans for the first time in three years and three months, and we will show a high-quality stage.” YG also shared its position on member Song Mino’s future, which has been garnering much attention in conjunction with their comeback.Specifically, YG stated, “This concert will be held as a three-member group(excluding Song Mino),” and “We thought about it a lot.Nevertheless, we decided to proceed with the concert as scheduled for the sake of the fans who have waited for Winner’s stage for a long time, and according to the members’ firm will to meet their fans on stage.” Song Mino was embroiled in controversy in December of last year when allegations of poor service were raised while he was serving as a socia

No Brain Lee Sung Woo Marries “Newlywed at Age 50… Applause Please” [Full Text]

Lee Seong-woo(49), the leader of the band No Brain, is getting married.On the 7th, Lee Seong-woo posted a greeting on his SNS and said, “I met someone who loves tofu and nenne more than I do, and I decided to entrust my drifting life to them by getting married.” He continued, “I’ve gotten married once in my life.I still can’t believe it and it’s so amazing.The word newlywed doesn’t suit me at the age of 50, but please give me a lot of applause so that I can live happily.” Lee Seong-woo also added about his bride-to-be, “I think a lot of people are curious about her, but I want to keep her in my heart, so I won’t show her,” using the popular ChatGPT image instead.Meanwhile, No Brain, which Lee Seong-woo is a part of, debuted in 1996 and is much loved as a representative first-generation indie band.● Here is the full text of Lee Seong-woo’s marriage announcement.Hello.This is Lee Seong-woo.I met someone who loves tofu and nenne more than I do, and I decided to entrust my drifting life to

Baekhyun, intense → dreamy… ‘Essence of Reverie’ two faces revealed

EXO member and solo artist BAEKHYUN has once again made fans ‘hearts pound.The second concept, the’ Reverie ‘version, of his new album’ Essence of Reverie ‘has been revealed.Baekhyun’s agency INB100 released the concept photos for the ‘Reverie’ version of his fifth mini album ‘Essence of Reverie’, scheduled to be released on the 19th, through their official SNS on May 5th and 6th.The images beautifully portray Baekhyun in fans ‘memories and their ideal future, drawing attention.Deep emotions, a warm atmosphere, and Baekhyun’s signature innocence have been delicately captured, capturing fans ‘hearts.’ Essence of Reverie ‘is an album that expresses Baekhyun, who crosses the boundary between reality and ideals, with two concepts,’ Essence ‘and’ Reverie ‘.The’ Essence ‘version shows a strong and natural charm, while the’ Reverie ‘version shows Baekhyun’s future as a dreaming artist.

Odd Youth’s ‘Unique Scale’ Aims for First Global Stage After Debut

Rookie girl group ODD YOUTH will be performing on their first KCON stage since their debut and solidifying their global presence.ODD YOUTH will be performing on the stage of ‘KCON JAPAN 2025’ held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan on the 10th and 11th.They will perform in the ‘Step Up With’ session at DANCE STAGE on the 10th, and will perform at the ‘Showcase’ at X STAGE on the 11th.In the showcase in particular, ODD YOUTH plans to show off a refreshing and lively performance that cannot be seen anywhere else, raising the expectations of global fans even more.Following their KCON schedule, ODD YOUTH will be holding a special event to commemorate the release of their first mini-album’ I Like You’ at Tower Records Shibuya in Tokyo on the 12th and 13th.From mini talk corners where they can communicate directly with fans to live stages, they will provide fans with unforgettable memories through various programs.Currently, Tower Records is displaying a large photo panel of Odd Youth.

[Star Chaser]Vivi, comeback after 2 years → world tour… a huge bomb that shakes the game

BIBI is back.On the 14th at 6PM, she will release her second full-length album ‘EVE : ROMANCE’, announcing her full-fledged return in 2 years and 6 months.This is a new song released in just 3 months since the double single ‘To Happiness’ released in February, and her first full-length album since her 2022 first album ‘Lowlife Princess - Noir’.Pre-orders for this album are available through the official Feelgood Music shop, and fans ‘expectations are rising as the release countdown approaches.’ EVE : ROMANCE ‘is a comprehensive version of the second universe drawn by BIBI.Vivi, who has sung about love in various colors through four double singles,’ Hongdae R & B ‘,’ Night Yang-gaeng ‘,’ Dere ‘, and’ Happiness ‘, released over two years since her first album, has filled this album with a total of 14 songs, including eight existing tracks and six new songs.In particular, love seen from the perspective of the clones EVE and EVE -1 reinterprets a common subject with Vivi’s unique approach,

Lee Chang-seop and Roy Kim’s collaboration comes to fruition…’I’ll Become a Flower’ to be released on the 12th

Singer and musical actor Lee Chang-sub has collaborated with singer Roy Kim.Lee Chang-sub will release a new digital single, “I’ll Be A Flower,” through various music sites on the 12th at 6 p.m.”I’ll Be A Flower” is Lee Chang-sub’s first new song in about 3 months since “Feel The Groove” released in February.In particular, singer-songwriter Roy Kim took charge of writing the lyrics, composing, and producing the song, and plans to show a unique musical synergy with Lee Chang-sub.Today(the 7th), a coming-of-age video for “I’ll Be A Flower” was released through Fantagio’s official YouTube channel, and news of the collaboration between Lee Chang-sub and Roy Kim was first revealed.The video showed Roy Kim seriously watching Lee Chang-sub’s recording process, raising curiosity about the official sound source.Previously, Lee Chang-sub garnered attention by covering Roy Kim’s hit song “When We Break Up” on stage at his solo tour concert “The Wayfarer” and on his personal YouTube channel “Chang

Apex Mu and Baek Seung to Appear on the Runway of Japan’s Fashion Festa for the Second Consecutive Year

EPEX members Mu and Baek Seung have walked the runway of a Japanese fashion festival once again.EPEX Mu and Baek Seung decorated the runway of the fashion festival ‘SETOLAS Holdings presents TGC KAGAWA 2025 by TOKYO GIRLS COLLECTION(hereafter referred to as’ TGC Kagawa 2025 ‘)’ held in Kagawa Prefecture, Japan on the 6th.On this day, Mu and Baek Seung caught the attention of those who appeared with refreshing styling that could feel the fresh and cheerful mood of early summer.Baek Seung showed off a hip and trendy sense with a uniquely knotted jeans, and Mu showed off a free-spirited and fashionable style with a street-style individuality.Mu and Baek Seung, the tallest members of the EPEX team, radiated a distinct presence among the models on site with their superior physiques and sophisticated visuals.TGC ‘is an event hosted by the executive committee of’ Tokyo Girls Collection ‘, the largest fashion festival in history.Last year, Apex was a full group and held the’ TGC teen 2024 Wint