MUSIC[Star Chaser]Jin’s advance ticket window closed as soon as he appeared…’Run Seok Jin’ fan concert, sold out in the blink of an eye‘Run Seok Jin’ spin-off concept…18 global tours in 9 countries First stage preview of songs from ‘Echo’…Also performing his first solo album ‘Happy’ Goyang concert sold out…Jin proves his class BTS Jin has proven his presence once again.The Korean concert for his first solo fan concert ‘Run Seok Jin Episode Tour’ (#RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR), held at Goyang Stadium on June 28-29, sold out as soon as ticket sales began.Big Hit Music announced this news on April 30 and thanked fans for their passionate interest.What’s Jin’s fan concert? It’s always sold out, this formula has been confirmed once again.This fan concert is not just a simple Korean concert.It’s a large-scale global tour that continues in Japan(Chaba, Osaka), the United States(Anaheim, Dallas, Tampa, Newark), the United Kingdom(London), and the Netherlands(Amsterdam)! Jin will continue to meet ARMY(fandom name)around the world by performing 18 times in 9 cities.The concert title ‘Run Seok Jin’ is being broadcast on BTS’ YouTube chanMay 01, 2025
MUSIC“Three Break-ins” New Jeans Residence Burglar’s Identity RevealedA sasaeng fan in his 20s who broke into the dorm of girl group New Jeans and committed theft has been sent to trial.On April 25, the Seoul Western District Prosecutors ‘Office indicted a man in his 20s, identified only as A, without detention on charges of breaking into New Jeans’ dorm and stealing items(breaking and entering).According to the prosecution, A broke into New Jeans ‘shared dorm in Yongsan-gu, Seoul on December 21 of last year and stole items inside, including hangers and placards.The investigation revealed that A’s crimes were not limited to this one incident.The police confirmed that A had also broken into the same dorm three days before the incident, on December 18 of last year.It was revealed that he returned to the dorm again and broke in when the door was unlocked.New Jeans terminated her exclusive contract with her agency Adore in November of last year and left her dorm in the same month.This incident is shocking as it overlaps with the ‘New Jeans dorm terror warninMay 01, 2025
MUSICStray Kids Surpasses 20 Million YouTube Subscribers… 3rd K-Pop RecordThe group Stray Kids has proven their popularity by reaching 20 million subscribers on their official YouTube channel.Stray Kids’ official YouTube channel surpassed 20 million subscribers on the afternoon of April 30th.With this, Stray Kids has become the third K-pop artist to reach 20 million YouTube subscribers and has shined with a worldwide presence.Stray Kids released a congratulatory image and a short video clip featuring moments from their YouTube content on their official SNS channel and expressed their gratitude to their fans.In the video, the members each chose memorable YouTube videos, shorts, and live performances, and they also created a special cake to share the joy with STAY(fandom name: STAY)by collecting their favorite song video concepts, best lines, and their own content that they would like to recommend to fans.They are captivating fans with various content on their official YouTube channel.A total of 14 title song music videos and B-side track videos posted on theMay 01, 2025
MUSICRise, transformation of aspirational peddler… Today(1st)the included song ‘Bag Bad Back’ MV releasedThe group RIIZE will release their first full-length album on May 19th, and will release the music video for the track “Bag Bad Back” today(the 1st)at 6 PM through the SMTOWN YouTube channel.”Bag Bad Back” is a hip-hop song that stands out with its heavy bass, groovy drums, and addictive chorus, and the whispering and shouting techniques are used to add wit.Just as everyone carries something they absolutely need in their bag, the lyrics of RISE’s bag are full of the desire to grow into a shining artist, which is enough to feel RISE’s vision as a team.In particular, this performance, in which various choreographers and crews including member Shotaro, Ibadah, J BLAZE, and THE BIPS participated in the work, is worth appreciating for the movements that seem to show them carrying various types of bags such as a tote bag, cross bag, and backpack in line with the bag-themed lyrics.In addition, the members said,” ‘Bag Bad Back’ is a song that captures the essence of all aspects, from music toMay 01, 2025
MUSICMonday Off with Blues and Confined White, ‘Colorful Stage’ on the 31stThe bands Monday Off With Bluesy and Confined White have come together for the concert ‘Colorful Stage’.The thirteenth series of ‘Colorful Stage’ will be held at Salon Moonbow, a performance hall in Mapo-gu, Seoul at 6 PM on the 31st.The concert ‘Colorful Stage’ is a performance with the concept of “a stage where colorful music coexists.” It is steadily gaining popularity among indie fans because you can enjoy the music of various musicians in one place.Monday Off With Bluesy is a four-member band that debuted in 2020, and its motto is “I want to put aside the hectic and busy Mondays for a while and live a Bluesy daily life.” As the team name suggests, they pursue a comfortable and sensual sound, and they express the warm emotions of Mondays through music through various project formats.Confined White illuminates the life of youth.May 01, 2025
MUSICJo Yuri, Fan Concert Success → Refreshing Behind-the-Scenes Cuts RevealedSinger Jo Yuri has revealed lovely behind-the-scenes cuts that highlight her flawless visuals.On the 29th of last month, Jo Yuri revealed the official MD behind-the-scenes cuts of Jo Yuri 2025 FAN - CON ‘Episode 25’ (Jo Yuri 2025 Fancon ‘Episode 25’) through her official fan cafe and Mnet Plus.In the images, Jo Yuri is fully displaying her unique fresh feeling and lovely charm that suits the warm spring.In particular, she is drawing enthusiastic responses from fans at home and abroad with her visuals that resemble a pure comic book while blending in with the flower field under natural light.In addition, she perfectly pulled off the ‘cheongcheong fashion’ to double Jo Yuri’s unique refreshingness, and she caught everyone’s attention by revealing her innocence with her casual look and braided hair.Jo Yuri held her first solo fan concert since her debut, ‘Episode 25’, at Blue Square SOL Travel Hall on the 26th and 27th of last month.Official MD containing Jo Yuri’s various charms were intMay 01, 2025
MUSIC‘Debut’ Close Your Eyes, Imprints Presence with a Hit Song[Jeon Hyo-jin’s Selfish Pick]- Based on albums released from March 29 to April 30, arranged in order of release date - ◆ CLOSE YOUR EYES 1st Mini Album[ETERNALT]: How Dance To in the Rain, Laid Back - Signs of the birth of a trustworthy idol.Is there anything more meaningful to a singer than making their presence felt with their own songs? The debut album of the new group Close Your Eyes is an example of this.I didn’t know who Close Your Eyes were, and I had only heard of the name of the JTBC audition program ‘Project 7’ that formed them.However, the debut album is enough to capture the public’s attention with its easy-to-listen tune and emotional, poetic lyrics.It was impressive that it broke away from the current male idol style, which is dominated by strong music that emphasizes only performance.If they can maintain the level of perfection of this album in the future, word of mouth will inevitably spread, and it seems that they will be able to join the lineage of idols that are trustworthy and listened to.RecomMay 01, 2025
MUSICApex Geum Dong-hyun, who broke through the Chinese-Korean ban, is MC of ‘Show! Champion’ for 1 year and 2 monthsGroup EPEX member Geum Dong-hyun said a regretful farewell as the MC of ‘Show! Champion’.EFX’s Geum Dong-hyun finished his journey as an MC of MBC M music program ‘Show! Champion’ with the broadcast on the 30th of last month.On this day, Geum Dong-hyun smoothly led the interviews and corners with the cast with his skillful hosting and calm yet powerful voice.He also fully demonstrated his presence as a ‘golden MC’ with his natural and harmonious synergy with the special MC, giving joy to the viewers.Geum Dong-hyun, who safely finished his last ‘Show! Champion’ broadcast, said, “I plan to work hard as EFX’s Geum Dong-hyun, not as an MC.I’m so grateful to the PD and writer who gave me this great opportunity.Thank you to the C9 family for taking care of me.Gaon-hyung, I’m so grateful for the past year.I love Zenith,” he said with gratitude and expressed his feelings.In February of last year, on ‘Show! Dong-Hyun Geum, who was selected as a regular MC for’ Champion ‘, showed off his hostingMay 01, 2025
MUSIC[Star Chaser]Comforting 13 million times played…Lim Young-woong X Jeong Dong-won ‘Become a Thousand Winds’Lim Hyung-joo’s masterpiece resonates again…’Call Center of Love’ stage video surpasses 13 million viewsLim Young-woong and Jeong Dong-won touch fans ‘hearts with sincere harmony “He makes any song his own song”…Praise from a pop opera tenor The duet stage of Lim Young-woong and Jeong Dong-won on’ Call Center of Love ‘has once again created a legend.The video’ Becoming a Thousand Winds ‘posted on Lim Young-woong’s official YouTube channel on February 13, 2021 recently surpassed my million views.Even now, three years after the stage, this song is still quietly blowing, embracing someone’s heart.’Becoming a Thousand Winds’ is a world-famous funeral march whose melody was originally set at the English memorial poem ‘Do stand not at my grave and weep’.In Korea, it was first introduced by pop opera tenor Lim Hyung-joo in February 2009, when it was included in the mini-album ‘My Hero’ after being rearranged and partially revised.Since then, it has been remembered as a song of comfort to manyMay 01, 2025
MUSICNiel, like a work of art… ‘SHE’ performance video releasedSinger Niel has released a performance video for his 4th mini album’s title song ‘SHE’.In the video, Niel performs the choreography of ‘SHE’ wearing a boyish white look and a decadent red suit.The visual effects, such as lighting and mirrors, leave a deep impression with a hazy yet dreamy atmosphere.Niel captured the attention of global fans with his powerful performance and delicate facial expressions to the groovy rhythm.The tightly woven composition and Niel’s unique charm combine to enhance the perfection of the video.Niel, who debuted as a member of the group TEEN TOP in 2010, received much love by releasing many hit songs.Since then, he has expanded his musical spectrum by releasing solo albums.Niel has also established himself as an actor by appearing in the musicals ‘King Arthur’, ‘Cat and Dog Time’, and ‘Dream High’.He is currently appearing in the musical ‘6 o’clock work ‘and is receiving favorable reviews for his stable singing ability and stage manner.Niel made his comebackMay 01, 2025
MUSICONEUS’s Zion, Throwing Away the Cute Maknae Image…MV Teaser ReleasedGroup ONEUS member Zion presents spring jazz.Today(1st)at midnight, Zion released a music video teaser for his solo single ‘Camellia’ through ONEUS’s official YouTube channel.In the video, Zion is seen writing lyrics in a quiet cafe and gaining musical inspiration.Next, over a fluttering jazz melody, Zion and a woman are conscious of each other’s gaze, creating a strange sense of tension.In particular, Zion amplified the anticipation for the actual music video by dominating the atmosphere with his gaze like the main character in a movie.’Camellia’ is a song that delicately melts the complex and subtle emotions realized at the boundary between love and liking.Zion’s unique charming low tones and Lofi R & B sound are expected to deliver a dreamy sound.Zion, who has shed his cute youngest image, will start by releasing a music video teaser and sequentially reveal concept photos from the 2nd to the 4th.May 01, 2025
MUSICWhibe Jayder-Lee Jung-Won Jun suddenly cease activities… Group Ban-ta-jak[Full text]WHIB’s Jader, Lee Jung, and Wonjun suddenly halt activities… Group Ban Ta-jak[Full text]What on earth is going on with group WHIB ? On the 30th, the agency C-JeS Studio announced through the official fan community that WHIB members Jader, Lee Jung, and Wonjun have halted group activities.They said, “Due to personal reasons, Jader, Lee Jung, and Wonjun will not be promoting with WHIB together for the time being as of May 7th, and WHIB will continue promotions as a five-member group going forward.” They continued, “We ask for your understanding for any concern caused by this sudden news, and we will announce the timing of their return through another notice.” Up until this morning, the agency had reported that WHIB had recently completed promotions for their fourth single album[BANG OUT]in Indonesia.There is growing concern among fans due to the sudden news of the hiatus of many members and the reorganization of the group to nearly half the size.[NOTICE]Information regarding the activitiApr 30, 2025
MUSIC‘Trotpick’ Kim Da-hyun - Kim Tae-yeon - Park Sung-on - Bin Ye-seo - Song Do-hyun - Wan Yi-hwa, who is MZ Trot star with the most promising future? [DA :Chart]‘Trotpick’ Kim Dahyun - Kim Taeyeon - Park Sungon - Bin Yeseo - Song Dohyun - Wan Yihwa, who is MZ trot star with the most anticipated future? [DA : Chart]’Trotpick’ is holding a special vote.On the 30th, the trot star voting web service ‘Trotpick’ (trotpick)opened the special vote ‘Legend Form MZ Series Part 2! Who is MZ trot star with the most anticipated future?’ This vote was planned to select the MZ trot star who is a legend now and will continue to be a legend in the future.Among the singers under the age of 20, the first series was conducted with singers who have more than 300 My Singer-designated members, and voting has closed.This second series targets singers who have less than 300 My Singer-designated members.Kim Dahyun, Kim Taeyeon, Park Sungon, Bin Yeseo, Song Dohyun, and Wan Yihwa were selected as the candidates, and the vote will be held from April 30th to May 6th.The singer who takes first place will receive an online article and a reward on the Seodaemun electronic boaApr 30, 2025
MUSICConfession of being gay?… Kim Jung-min, “Just kill me” on fake news[DA ★]Singer Kim Jung-min is furious about fake news.On the afternoon of the 30th, Kim Jung-min shared a video on his SNS with the hashtags, “Please scold the person who made this,” “Just kill me instead,” and “Please report me.” The video he shared included the following content: “Below are the top 5 Korean celebrities who came out as gay in the past and then got married.” The video also reads, “Kim Jung-min is a famous singer who confessed to being gay in the past.” Then, it reads, “However, he surprised fans by announcing his marriage to a non-celebrity woman in 2014.He is currently happily married.” The fact that Kim Jung-min confessed to being gay and the time of his marriage are all completely different from the truth.It is presumed that Kim Jung-min, after seeing the video, mentioned the post to help fans who would be surprised by the fake news.Meanwhile, Kim Jung-min married Tani Rumiko in 2006 and they have three sons.Reporter Yoonna Choi, Donga.com yyynnn@dongaApr 30, 2025
MUSICSungmin, spurring activities as a trot singer… leaving SM, transferring to Jinseong-Park Gun agency[Official]Sungmin to kick off activities as a trot singer… Leaving SM and transferring Jinseong and Park Gun to new agencies[Official]Singer Sungmin is transferring to Total Set Entertainment.On the 30th, SM Entertainment announced through an official statement, “We would like to inform you that our artist Sungmin’s exclusive contract with us has ended.” They said, “We would like to thank Sungmin for having been with us for over 20 years, from his days as a trainee to now as an artist.We will continue to support Sungmin’s upcoming music activities and new beginnings,” and added, “Please continue to show your warm interest and support for Sungmin.” On this day, Sungmin confessed through his Instagram, “In December 2000, I entered SM audition room with nothing but courage and dreams.At that time, I was in my third year of middle school, but now, I have come to the end of my long journey with SM.” He confessed, “To me, SM was like a teacher, family, and friend in life.The 20 years we spent togetherApr 30, 2025
MUSICHighkey Yell, ‘Toxic’ cover video is a hot topic…’Hot’ even with white tee + jeansH1-KEY’s YEL’s cover video of “Toxic” is a hot topic…She’s “hot” even in a white T-shirt and jeans The cover video of YEL from the group H1- KEY is a hot topic.Last month, YEL posted a cover video of Britney Spears’ “Toxic” on H1-KEY’s official Instagram.In the video, YEL stood in front of the camera in a simple outfit of a white T-shirt and jeans.With a height of 175 cm and model-like proportions, he caught people’s attention with his powerful yet sexy performance.Netizens who saw YEL’s cover video showed enthusiastic reactions such as, “She has the best body among the people I’ve seen in the media recently,” “Who is this unnie?” , “I’ve seen her so many times that I think I can memorize the way her hair shakes,” and “She’s really cool.” The video garnered 6.51 million views, causing surprise.Born in 2004, YEL was a JYP Entertainment trainee and debuted as a member of the group H1-KEY in January 2022.She is the main performance member of the group and is the tallest female idol of herApr 30, 2025
MUSICSungmin, SM Entertainment Contract Ends… No Comments on Whether He Will Leave Super Junior[Full Text]Sungmin, contract with SM Entertainment ends… No mention of whether he will leave Super Junior[Full text]Super Junior’s Sungmin is leaving SM Entertainment.SM Entertainment announced on the 30th through an official statement, “We would like to inform you that our artist Sungmin’s exclusive contract with us has ended.” They said, “We would like to thank Sungmin for having been with us for over 20 years, from his days as a trainee to now as an artist.We will continue to support Sungmin’s upcoming music activities and new beginnings,” and added, “We ask for your continued warm interest and support for Sungmin.” Sungmin debuted as a member of the group Super Junior in 2005.He married actress Kim Sa-eun in December 2014 and had a son in September of last year.Since his marriage, he has been on hiatus from group activities and has been promoting as a solo artist.In 2023, he officially debuted as a trot singer.Official statement regarding Sungmin Hello, this is SM Entertainment.We would likeApr 30, 2025
MUSICGOT7 BamBam, nested in new agency… Preview of solo success[Official]GOT7’s BamBam signs with new agency…Announces strong solo activities[Official]Singer BamBam has joined hands with Halo Corporation.Halo Corporation announced on the 29th that it has signed an exclusive contract with GOT7 member and solo singer BamBam.They said, “We will not spare our full support so that BamBam can freely display his various talents as an artist.We ask for your interest in BamBam.” BamBam revealed Halo Corporation’s logo and new visual cuts through his official SNS channel.BamBam, who is announcing strong activities under his new agency, debuted as a member of the group GOT7 in 2014.He has been pursuing a solo career since his first solo mini-album ‘riBBon’ in 2021.BamBam is receiving much love from music fans by releasing a solo full-length album ‘Sour & Sweet’ in 2023 and a solo mini-album ‘BAMESIS’ in 2024, while also promoting as a group.Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donApr 30, 2025
MUSIC[Star Chaser]”Fully charged with fatal beauty” Liberante, hits fans ‘hearts with solo concert’ PASSIONE ’Tickets sold out for both days as soon as they opened… The class sensibility and artistic boundaries of the winning team of ‘Phantom Singer’ will be blurred in their solo concert ‘PASSIONE’ to be held at Yonsei University in late MayFrom classical to crossover… Liberante’s identity has paid off this time as wellThe winning team of ‘Phantom Singer’ season 4, Liberante who crosses the boundaries of sensibility and art, has set another record.Their solo concert ‘PASSIONE’ to be held at the Yonsei University Centennial Memorial Hall Concert Hall on May 31st and June 1st sold out all tickets as soon as they opened.As soon as the ticket reservation site opened at noon on the 28th, fans entered into a ‘click war’ without a moment to catch their breath, and the result was ‘sold out’ in an instant.At this point, Liberante’s popularity might not be something to be admired but rather resigned(?).’PASSIONE’ means ‘passion’ in Italian.You can guess what will happen on stage just from the title.TheApr 30, 2025
MUSICDay6, Hearts ‘Dance Dance’ with Warm Visuals[Photoshoot]DAY6, Heart-warming Visuals Make Your Heart ‘Dance Dance’ [Photoshoot]The pictorial for the new collection of the brand with the 4-member male band DAY6 as its ambassadors has been revealed.This HBL collection is a collection that commemorates the glory of the brand’s past 100 years of history and its bright future, and portrays the charm of sophisticated youth that permeates the splendid and beautiful soccer and band culture.The brand’s design archive is diversely composed of a modern woven windbreaker, jacket, track pants and shorts, football jerseys and graphic T-shirts.The Krispy Taslan collection worn by ambassador DAY6 consists of a Krispy Taslan short-sleeved T-shirt, Taslan stand-neck anorak, Taslan jacket, and a short-sleeved T-shirt with a Krispy Taslan exclusive logo graphic that expresses DAY6’s musical inspiration on Taslan material, with a casual yet sporty mood.Meanwhile, DAY6 will release a new digital single ‘Maybe Tomorrow’ on May 7 at 6 PM.The album includes the titlApr 30, 2025