British NME‘s ’Song of the Year‘ includes 5 K-pop girl groups [Entertainment News HOT]

British music magazine NME‘s ’50 Best Songs of the Year‘ includes a whopping five K-pop girl groups, drawing attention. According to the list released by NME on its homepage on the 4th (Korean time), Espa’s ‘Supernova’ ranked 9th, the highest among K-pop songs. Rosé‘s duet with pop star Bruno Mars, ’Apartment,‘ ranked 14th, and Illit’s ‘Magnetic’ ranked 27th. HYBE‘s global girl group Catseye’s ‘Touch’ ranked 43rd, building on favorable reviews of its ‘K-pop methodology.’ Kiss of Life‘s ’Sticky‘ ranked 46th.

JYP, ranked 3rd in the world for ‘Sustainable Growth Company’ by Time, USA [Entertainment News HOT]

JYP Entertainment (JYP), the agency that owns groups such as Twice and Stray Kids, was ranked 3rd in the world for ‘Sustainable Growth Companies’ by the American weekly magazine TIME. According to JYP on the 4th (Korean time), JYP was selected as 1st in Korea on the list of ‘2025 World‘s Most Sustainable Growth Companies’ announced by TIME and German market analysis company Statista on the 28th of last month. In the evaluation field divided into technology, media & service, JYP scored 93.66 points, making it the only Asian company to make the top 10. Statista said, “JYP achieved 93.66 points in all areas including sales growth rate, financial stability, and sustainability.

SKZ, ‘Youth (Reno)’ Teaser Video ‘A cheerful + mysterious youth story’

Stray Kids‘ Lee Know has released an individual teaser video for their new album ‘合 (HOP)’, which contains interesting stories from various aspects of youth. Stray Kids will release a new-format album SKZHOP HIPTAPE ‘合 (HOP)’ and its title song ‘Walkin On Water’ on the 13th. Prior to this, the members’ individual teasing contents were sequentially released on their official SNS channels, and on the afternoon of the 3rd, Lee Know‘s ‘Stray Kids “合 (HOP)” UNVEIL : TRACK “Youth (Lee Know)”’ video was released. This teaser catches the eye by reinterpreting the youth of various people through Lee Know’s own story. Reno watches the bingo game tournament in bewilderment, and is soon called away to a different location to be scolded. However, unable to contain his curiosity, he runs back to the scene, and the video ends with everyone frozen in shock. In the video, ‘Bingo Game Tournament’

Martial law lifted, but… performances and album promotions reduced, etc. ‘Thin ice’

The entertainment industry is still tense as martial law, declared for the first time in 44 years, was lifted after just 6 hours. There is an air of relief as scheduled concerts are proceeding as normal following the lifting of martial law, but some K-pop artists who are about to release albums are keeping a close eye on the ever-changing situation. Singer Lee Seung-hwan and Jang Beom-jun, formerly of the band Busker Busker, who were scheduled to hold a concert on the 4th, were busy, such as holding an emergency meeting with the production staff about whether to hold the concert after President Yoon Seok-yeol declared martial law at around 10:23 p.m. the night before. Then, about 6 hours later, at 4:2 a.m. on the same day,

Hwang Ga-ram, ‘I am a Firefly’ Dominates Major Music Sites → Even Karaoke Rooms

Singer Hwang Ga-ram‘s ‘I am a Firefly’ has taken over even karaoke rooms. Today (the 4th), Geumyoung Entertainment reported that Hwang Ga-ram’s ‘I am a Firefly’, released in October, has been on a steep upward trend and has taken first place on the entire Geumyoung Karaoke accompaniment chart as of the 4th week of November. Hwang Ga-ram‘s ‘I am a Firefly’ is a song about how it was difficult to love oneself, but finally realizing that oneself is precious, and is a remake of a song sung by the band Jungsik. The honest lyrics such as ‘It’s okay though, I‘m dazzling’, ‘It’s okay, I‘ll shine’ have given great comfort and courage to students who recently took the CSAT, and have become a hot topic as a ‘College Entrance Exam consolation song’. In addition to taking first place on the entire Geumyoung Karaoke accompaniment chart, it has also swept the upper ranks of various music streaming sites, drawing much love. The original song, Jungsik’s ‘I am a firefly’ is also drawing a lot of attenti

Fifty Fifty, visuals as dazzling as snow

Girl group FIFTY FIFTY is bringing you a warm winter. On the 4th at midnight, FIFTY FIFTY released the music video teaser video for the title song ‘When You Say My Name’ of their winter season song single ‘Winter Glow’ through their official SNS. This winter season song will be released on the 9th at 1pm. The teaser video captures the members‘ happiness in a beautiful snowy forest and a place full of Christmas atmosphere. In particular, the members’ dazzling visuals against a fairytale-like background made fans‘ hearts flutter. The briefly released sound source also immediately captured the ears of the viewers. The smoothly flowing piano melody, the sound that adds to the year-end atmosphere, and the warm tones of the members come together to make you feel as if you are buried in snow. This single, which contains Fifty Fifty’s first winter season song, includes the title song ‘When You Say My Name’ as well as the included song ‘N

Kim Beop-rae ‘Sangun’, also on LP

Actor Kim Beop-rae announced the release of his first mini-album, ‘Sangun (山君)’, on the 9th (Mon), and also shared news of the LP release. The album title, ‘Sangun (山君)’, refers to the god who protects and rules the mountains, and the tiger, the king of the mountains. This LP will be produced as a 1LP black album and comes with a 12-page lyrics booklet and a mini poster, increasing its collection value. Starting with the intro, the title song ‘Zan’, and the included track ‘Flower Petal’, this album has a story-like organic nature, whispering earnest feelings created over eons of time and stimulating the listener‘s empathy. In addition, the six included tracks are related to spring, summer, fall, and winter, capturing the atmosphere of the four seasons. Along with this, the concept image released through the official SNS on the 3rd creates a majestic atmosphere, heightening expectations for the album release. Kim Beop-rae, wearing a hat, captures the hearts of fans with his deep and emo

Nana, Chae Jong-seok kissing and leaning on each other… Feeling like a loving couple [DA★]

Singer and actress Nana revealed photos of herself being affectionate with model Chae Jong-seok. On the 3rd, Nana revealed photos and a video on her SNS with the caption, “#ThatsRight #Baek Ji-young #Chae Jong-seok”. In the revealed photos, Nana and Chae Jong-seok are seen striking affectionate poses, just like a couple. In particular, the photos revealed by Nana include Nana leaning on Chae Jong-seok‘s upper body and kissing him, drawing attention. Meanwhile, Nana and Chae Jong-seok worked together in the music video for Baek Ji-young’s new song ‘ThatsRight’. Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com reporter yyynnn@donga.com

Eun Ga-eun “Settlement payments are always delayed… making me a rude liar” [Full text]

Singer Eun Ga Eun has shared her feelings amidst the sharp conflict with her current agency, TSM Entertainment, after notifying them of the termination of her contract. On the 3rd, Eun Ga Eun posted on her SNS, “I should only be delivering good news, but I‘m sorry for worrying you. I’ve truly trusted my agency and worked with them all this time, and I held on with the mindset that I should do well even if I suffered a little loss.” She continued, “The settlement amount is an issue, but the reason the conflict with my agency began is because the agency‘s lazy and lax work caused problems not only with the broadcasting station, but also with my senior singers... and composers.” She said that her agency made her into a rude person who was unreachable to those involved. Regarding the settlement amount, Eun Ga Eun explained, “Throughout the contract period, the settlement amount was never paid on the settlement date. It was always delayed, and I never even saw a single receipt for the expen

Crush, Year-end Concert Concerns “Disc Rehabilitation Completed, But Feeling Burdened” (Yongtaro)

Singer Crush confessed the weight he feels ahead of his three-day year-end concert. Crush appeared on the YouTube channel ‘Yongtaro’, which will be released on the 4th, and confessed, “(Based on the recording date), there is only one month left until the concert, but I am worried if I can finish it safely.” Crush is currently preparing for a year-end concert titled ‘Crush Hour: 0’ at the KSPO Dome in Olympic Park from December 20th to 22nd. Crush said, “I had surgery for a herniated disc and recovered and even completed rehabilitation, but I am worried if I can finish it healthily because I will be in a position where I will have to use my body a lot and I have to show a perfect stage. “There is a lot of pressure. I want to do well.” Crush suspended all activities and underwent surgery in June due to rapid worsening of his lumbar disc. After about 4 months of treatment and rehabilitation, he started preparing for the performance and will resume his music activities with a year-end perf

Lee Seung-gi, 20th Anniversary Album ‘With’ Released Today (4th) “I‘m So Touched”

Singer and actor Lee Seung-gi will be releasing his 20th anniversary debut album, ‘With’. According to his agency Big Planet Made Entertainment on the 4th, ‘With’, which will be released on this day, contains reinterpretations of five of Lee Seung-gi‘s representative hits, including ‘Return’, ‘Because She’s My Woman’, ‘Delete’, ‘Words That Are Hard to Say’, and ‘Stories That Have Not Been Told Yet’. Through this, he is determined to show off Lee Seung-gi‘s vocals that have matured over the past 20 years. In addition, singer Lyn, who is much loved for her unique voice, singer and actor Cha Eun-woo, Lee Soo, who is considered one of the best vocalists in Korea, Lee Moo-jin with her unique voice, and Lee Seung-gi, who will be releasing the album, will be joining the group.

Casey to release first winter ballad ‘I won‘t melt’ on the 8th

Singer Kassy will be releasing a new single, ‘I Won‘t Melt’, on the 8th. It is her first winter ballad in 9 years since her debut. Kassy has been in the spotlight with hit songs about breakups, such as ‘Those Were the Good Times’, ‘You Left on an Autumn Night’, and ‘A Song with Sincerity’. In particular, she has proven the appeal of ‘Kassy’s Breakup Song’ with a dark mood song that fits the fall season and Kassy‘s delicate voice. In particular, composer Jo Young-soo’s signature medium tempo and lyrics based on Kassy‘s own experiences have stimulated listeners’ empathy and have been responsible for the playlists of those who are sad about a breakup or want to be comforted by longing. Through songs such as ‘I‘ll Write a Poem for You’, ‘To be honest, that’s what I‘m saying’, ‘Let’s pretend to be fooled and meet again’, Casey maintained his signature wistfulness while also presenting variations of the genre with a more emotional and lyrical mood, expanding his musical spectrum. Casey broke

Stray Kids ‘Eight’, Gold Certification from French Phonographic Association

The group Stray Kids has received their third Gold certification from the French Phonographic Association (SNEP) with their mini album ‘Eight’. According to the official website of the French Phonographic Association on the 4th (Korean time), Stray Kids‘ mini album ‘Eight’, released in July, recorded over 50,000 units in album sales and received Gold certification on November 28. The French Phonographic Association, founded in 1922, awards certifications based on album and single sales. With this, Stray Kids has received their third Gold certification from the French Phonographic Association, following their regular album ‘Five Star’ (★★★★★) and their mini album ‘Rock Star’ (樂-STAR).

Stray Kids ‘ATE’, Gold Certification from the French Phonographic Association… Third Time in Total

The group Stray Kids has received their third Gold certification from the French National Phonographic Society (SNEP) for their mini album ‘ATE’. According to the official website of the French National Phonographic Society, Stray Kids‘ mini album ‘ATE’, released in July 2024, received Gold certification on November 28 (local time) with over 50,000 album sales. The French National Phonographic Society, founded in 1922, awards certifications based on album and single sales. With this, Stray Kids has received their third Gold certification from the French National Phonographic Society, following their full-length album ‘★★★★★ (5-STAR)’ (Five Star) and mini album ‘樂-STAR’ (Rock Star). They recently announced news of holding large-scale stadium concerts in Latin America, North America, and Europe as the second plan for their world tour ‘Stray Kids World Tour’ (〈Dominate〉). Since the opening of the tickets for this performance, Santiago, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Lima, Mexico City, Amsterd

Lee Seung-yoon, year-end solo concert ticket sales open today (4th)

Singer-songwriter Lee Seung Yoon will be holding a solo concert, ‘2024 LEE SEUNG YOON CONCERT ’YEOK SEONG: Against the End‘’ (hereafter ‘YEOK SEONG: Against the End’) for three days from the 27th to the 29th at the Olympic Handball Stadium in Songpa-gu, Seoul. Ticket sales begin today (the 4th) at 8 PM on Interpark Ticket. Lee Seung Yoon will enter the Olympic Handball Stadium through ‘YEOK SEONG: Against the End’. This will be his second time following his nationwide tour concert ‘DOCKING’ in Seoul last year. Lee Seung-yoon will have a meaningful end to the year by looking back on the year with fans who have been with him on the great journey of ‘Yeokseong’, from the pre-release of his third regular album and the release of his third regular album to holding a nationwide tour. Lee Seung-yoon has further solidified his title of ‘Performance Powerhouse’ by actively participating in major domestic festivals and university festivals this year. He conveyed his sincerity for music with a ri

Eighton, confession attack ‘If this is going to happen, in the next life‘ Short form revealed

The group 8TURN is making a cute confession. 8TURN (Jaeyoon, Myeongho, Minho, Yunseong, Haemin, Kyungmin, Yoongyu, Seungheon) recently released short-form videos of each member for their new single ‘If It‘s Going to Be Like This, Then In The Next Life’, which will be released on the 9th, through their official SNS. In the video, 8TURN are shyly greeting each other like the main characters of a high teen movie. The confession messages that reveal each member’s individuality are giving the viewers excitement and the fun of choosing and listening to them. The members are conveying their honest feelings with bold confessions like “Let‘s date, I’ll be really good to you”, as well as affectionate greetings like “Do you want to go out with me?”, “We‘re soulmates!” Here, with unique and unusual confession lines such as “Do you want to prepare a PPT with me?”, “Do you want to go film a reel with me during break time?”, and “Do you want to go fly a paper airplane with me?”, they are properly tar

Eve, today (4th) is the opening of her first European tour

Singer Yves will kick off her first European tour, ‘2024 YVES APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR IN EUROPE’ (hereafter ‘APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR’) in Berlin, Germany today (4th, local time). ‘APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR’ is Yves‘ first solo tour since her debut. As the tour title suggests, Yves plans to captivate local fans with a powerful performance that is a combination of sweetness and spiciness. During this tour, Yves will perform ‘Hashtag’, a track from her second EP ‘I Did’, for the first time. It is known that Yves is also preparing various cover stages in time for the end of the year. Eve is expected to fully display her ‘Solo of the Year’ appearance through a performance filled with her unique charms. Eve will be performing her ‘APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR’ in five European cities, starting from Berlin, Germany, to Warsaw, Poland, London, England, Paris, France, and Rome, Italy. Eve is

TREASURE, Charisma gone refreshing… ‘LAST NIGHT’ MV teaser released

The group TREASURE has revealed the music video teaser for their new digital single ‘LAST NIGHT’. The video immediately captures your eyes and ears with the members‘ upgraded visuals as well as their music that has a refreshing charm instead of the previous intensity. The teaser begins with TREASURE running down the road at sunset. The members freely run through a green field in casual attire and enjoy fireworks together under the night sky, creating a romantic atmosphere that leaves a deep aftertaste. The warm-textured sound added to this brings pleasant excitement. In particular, the melody of ‘Beautiful Last night’, completed with a sensual tone in the latter half of the video, left a short but strong impact, followed by a dreamy logo motion that seemed to pour down stars, raising the heart rate of the viewers. Curiosity is growing about what story ‘LAST NIGHT’ will tell and what special transformation TREASURE will surprise fans with, both the music video and the full song. TREASUR

Damu, webtoon ‘My cat is a vegetarian’ OST ‘Just a little bit of us’ to be released on the 7th

Singer Damu sings the OST for the webtoon ‘My Cat is a Vegetarian’. On the 7th at noon, the OST ‘Just a Little Us’ of the webtoon ‘My Cat is a Vegetarian’ in which Damu participated will be released. ‘Just a Little Us’ is a romantic confession song for a lover who met like fate, and its beautiful lyrics like ‘I love you, I love you, always/I‘ll take a step closer/It might sound stupid, but you/I love you so dazzlingly’ touch the heart. In particular, Damu’s simple yet sweet voice and diverse emotional lines combine to maximize the fluttering heart of love. Damu participated in writing and composing this song, and talented composers Pilseungbulpae and Jang Seok-won, who have worked together through various albums and OSTs, added their strength to increase the quality of the song. Since debuting in 2020 with the single ‘I Love You First’, Damu has steadily released albums and appeared in various dramas and webtoons such as ‘Daebak Real Estate’, ‘The Bride of the Typhoon’. He is actively

Choyoung, ‘Single Man and Woman’ OST ‘Alone’ to be released on the 7th

Singer Choyoung will be singing the OST for the short-form drama ‘Single Man and Woman’. The short-form drama ‘Single Man and Woman’ OST ‘Alone’, in which Choyoung participated, will be released on various online music sites at 6 PM on the 7th. ‘Alone’ is a pop ballad that reminisces about happy times while embracing loneliness and sadness in the face of a breakup. Its lyrics, which seem to whisper softly in longing, and its lyrical pop-style melody stand out. Singer-songwriter Choyoung, who covers various genres such as R&B, hip-hop, neo-soul, and jazz, participated in the singing, increasing the perfection of the song. The calm atmosphere and the charming voice of Choyoung, who calmly expresses her emotions, are expected to leave a deep aftertaste. This song was produced by Urban Music, a producing team that has collaborated with many artists including Sohyang, Kim Na-young, Lee Woo, Jay Sera, and Jeon Yu-jin, as well as popular drama OSTs such as ‘Three Siblings Be Brave’, ‘18 Again