“Want to take a picture with the Witches?” Special photo frame is born

The multinational rookie girl group Witches is actively promoting. Witches (Marie, Mu, Lucia, Margo, Nia) participated in the Photoism special photo frame while carrying out full-scale overseas promotional activities centered on the Chinese language region since releasing the fan song ‘Beautiful Story’ last December. The frame is filled with the cheerful charms of the five Witches members, and the members will meet fans in various poses such as the heart and cheek cock poses until March 10. Meanwhile, Witches, who debuted in November of last year with ‘Blah Lara’, revealed their title song and fan song ‘Beautiful Story’ on ‘Entertainment e-Generation’ of China Radio Corporation (BCC), hosted by famous Taiwanese radio DJ Ken Wu. It has been reported that they are currently preparing for a promotional and performance tour starting with the Chinese language region, followed by Thailand, Vietnam, East Asia, and North America.

“You can never be like me” Ive, ‘Rebel Heart’ popular

The long-run popularity of the new mega hit song ‘REBEL HEART’ by ‘MZ wannabe icon’ IVE (Ahn Yu-jin, Ga-eul, Lay, Jang Won-young, Liz, Lee Seo) is expected to continue. ‘REBEL HEART’, the title song of IVE‘s third mini-album ‘IVE EMPATHY’, which was pre-released on the 13th of last month, has entered a long-term battle by staying at the top for 6 consecutive weeks on Bugs’ weekly chart (February 17th to February 23rd), a major domestic music streaming site. ‘REBEL HEART’ also ranked 1st on Melon and Genie‘s weekly charts (February 17th to February 23rd) and YouTube’s Korean Weekly Popular Songs Chart (February 14th to February 20th), demonstrating its staying power as a mega hit song. Its performance on global charts is also drawing attention. ‘Rebel Heart’ has been on Billboard‘s ‘Global 200’ and ‘Global (Excluding the US)’ charts for five consecutive weeks, and has also been ranked on Billboard Japan’s ‘Hot 100’ and ‘Streaming Songs’ charts for six consecutive weeks, clearly demonstr

Dragon Pony‘s First Concert in Taipei Sold Out

The rookie band Dragon Pony‘s first solo concert in Taipei has sold out. Dragon Pony will be holding a solo concert, ‘Dragon Pony 1st Concert ’Not Out‘ in Taipei’ (hereafter ‘Not Out’) in Taipei on May 24th, and all tickets for the concert were sold out immediately after opening. ‘Not Out’ is a solo concert of the same name as Dragon Pony’s second EP, which will be released on March 19th. Following their concerts in Seoul on May 3rd and 4th, Dragon Pony will visit Taipei to deliver energy with hot music. Dragon Pony previously made a strong impression with their passionate performance at the large-scale music festival ‘EMERGE FEST 2025’ held in Taichung, central Taiwan on the 22nd. With the Taipei concert being sold out on momentum, expectations are high for the solo concert that will prove the global presence of the ‘K-band scene‘s best rookie’. Dragon Pony will be available on various music streaming sites at 6 p.m. on March 19.

At Heart, 7 members, 7 colors special video released… Girls’ Generation ‘Damanse’ cover

The first girl group AtHeart from ‘Global K-POP company’ TITAN CONTENT has released a special clip video filled with the unique charms of each of its seven members. On the 26th, AtHeart released a video through their official SNS that showed the profiles of the seven members, clips that show their vocal and performance abilities, and videos containing their natural appearances in everyday life. First, Arin with her strong eyes caught everyone‘s attention with an energetic performance in a free-spirited atmosphere. Seohyun, who heated up various online communities with her visuals that seemed to have jumped out of a fairy tale, sang the ‘Little Mermaid’ OST ‘Part of Your World’ with a refreshing tone, drawing responses such as ‘Little Mermaid live-action version’. Next, Nahyun, whose visuals combine chic and trendy charms, made her presence even more evident with her freestyle dance. Katelyn, who showed off her excellent concept digestion with her bright energy, and Kaitlyn, who showed

Dragon Pony, Kwon Se-hyeok’s concept film released… playing guitar with courage message

The new band Dragon Pony (Ahn Tae-gyu, Pyeon Seong-hyeon, Kwon Se-hyuk, Go Kang-hoon) released the concept film for their second EP, ‘Not Out’, through their official YouTube channel on the 26th. The video begins with Kwon Se-hyuk lying down, seemingly exhausted, in what appears to be an academy. Soon, Kwon Se-hyuk receives a text saying, “We‘re not crazy, It’s not enough” and heads outside. Kwon Se-hyuk‘s hands, which were holding a tall building as a guitar neck, are soon seen performing a splendid guitar performance. He foreshadows a message of courage by focusing on his playing with a determined expression. ‘Not Out’ is Dragon Pony’s first album in approximately 6 months since their debut EP, ‘POP UP’. Dragon Pony will tell a story of constantly challenging one‘s dreams even in the midst of the anxious times of youth through music filled with passion. Dragon Pony’s second EP ‘Not Out’ will be released on various music sites at 6 p.m. on March 19. Jeon Hyo-jin Dong

‘Multinational Girl Group’ Zenblue, Comeback on March 6th

‘New Generation rookie’ GENBLUE has declared their participation in the fierce battle of fifth-generation girl groups and is ready to soar. Their agency Ten Entertainment announced that the multinational girl group GENBLUE will release their first mini-album ‘ACT LIKE THAT’ on Thursday, March 6th at 6 PM (KST). They won the final round of Taiwan‘s popular national audition program ‘NEXT GIRLZ’ and made their official debut in Korea with ‘COCO’ in September of last year. They won the ‘K-POP Rookie Award’ at the ‘32nd Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards’ and were praised for broadening the realm of K-POP. The team name ‘ZenBlue’ is a combination of ‘Generation’ and ‘Blue’, which is reminiscent of the sky and the sea and symbolizes infinite possibilities, and contains the aspiration to become an icon of a new era that never stops challenging. ZenBlue is a group of six girls who won the survival show. First, the leader, XXIN, who is good at everything from dance to rap, is a rapper.

G-Dragon to appear on ‘M Countdown’ today (27th)… New song stage to be revealed for the first time

Singer G-Dragon will be appearing on Mnet‘s ‘M Countdown’. ‘M Countdown’, which will air today (the 27th), will feature diverse stages, from the first comeback stages of G-DRAGON and ZEROBASEONE to the music show debuts of new girl groups Hearts2Hearts and KiiiKiii. First, G-Dragon’s solo comeback stage will be unveiled. G-Dragon, who has returned with his third full-length album ‘Übermensch’ after 11 years and 5 months, will showcase his unique aura through two stages, the title song ‘TOO BAD’, which features a rhythmic beat of a party atmosphere, and ‘DRAMA’, which features a lyrical piano melody and emotional vocals. Fans‘ attention is focused on his stage, which foreshadows a unique performance and overwhelming stage presence. Zero Base One’s first comeback stage, which achieved 5 consecutive million-seller sales with their 5th mini album ‘Blue Paradise’, will also be revealed for the first time on a music show. Zero

Reporter Seo Byeong-gi, remarks on the music industry

Seo Byeong-gi, Herald Economy reporter, is giving a general discussion speech at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyeon-hee teth1147@donga.com

Kim Myeong-su, Headquarters Director, General Discussion Speech

Kim Myung-soo, head of the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, is giving a general discussion speech at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

For fair growth of music industry!

Kim Chang-hwan, chairman of the Korea Music Content Association, Choi Kyung-sik, chairman of the Korea Recording Industry Association, Lim Baek-un, chairman of the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, Park Kang-won, director of the Korea Music Label Industry Association, and Lee Myeong-gil, director of the Korea Management Association (from left) are shouting out their stance at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Comprehensive discussion among music group practitioners

From left, Choi Kwang-ho, Secretary General of the Korea Music Content Association, Choi Jae-woo, CEO of F&F Entertainment, Kim Myung-soo, Head of the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, Lee Nam-kyung, Director of the Korea Management Association, Shin Jong-gil, Director of the Korea Music Label Industry Association, and Seo Byeong-gi, reporter for The Herald Economy, are having a general discussion at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Press conference to protect fair rights in the music industry

From left, Choi Kwang-ho, Secretary General of the Korea Music Content Association, Choi Jae-woo, CEO of F&F Entertainment, Kim Myung-soo, Head of the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, Lee Nam-kyung, Director of the Korea Management Association, Shin Jong-gil, Director of the Korea Music Label Industry Association, and Seo Byeong-gi, reporter for The Herald Economy, are having a general discussion at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Director Shin Jong-gil‘s remarks on the production market

Shin Jong-gil, director of the Korea Music Label Industry Association, is giving a general discussion speech at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Director Lee Nam-kyung‘s remarks on exclusive contract

Lee Nam-kyung, director of the Korea Management Association, is giving a general discussion speech at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Choi Gwang-ho, Secretary General of the Korea Music Content Association ‘Please support the popular music industry’

Choi Gwang-ho, Secretary General of the Korea Music Content Association, is giving a presentation at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Secretary General Choi Gwang-ho, Full-scale Discussion Begins

Choi Gwang-ho, Secretary General of the Korea Music Content Association, is conducting a general discussion at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

CEO Choi Jae-woo, statement from planners

Choi Jae-woo, CEO of F&F Entertainment, is giving a general discussion speech at a press conference for music producers to protect fair rights in the music industry held at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul in Banpo-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 27th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.com

Five K-pop groups, New Jeans‘ ’unilateral termination of exclusive contract‘ ’very dangerous... legal judgment first‘

Five organizations related to Korean popular music, including the Korea Management Association, the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, the Korea Music Label Industry Association, the Korea Recording Industry Association, and the Korea Music Content Association, mentioned the recent ‘New Jeans incident’. On the 27th, a press conference titled ‘Let’s keep a promise: If there are no record producers, there is no K-pop!’ was held at the JW Marriott Hotel in Banpo, Seoul, with the participation of officials from the five organizations. On that day, Lee Nam-kyung, director of Korea Management, touched on the current status of the standard exclusive contract and tampering (preliminary contact and pre-exclusive contract) issues. Director Lee said, “The standard exclusive contract and tampering issues have become social issues.

Five K-pop groups: “Agency is no longer the ‘grandfather’… Let’s see who is the weaker one”

Five organizations related to Korean popular music, including the Korea Management Association, the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, the Korea Music Label Industry Association, the Korea Recording Industry Association, and the Korea Music Content Association, argued that the relationship between agencies and stars needs to be reestablished. On the 27th, a press conference titled ‘Let’s keep a promise: If there are no record producers, there is no K-pop!’ was held at the JW Marriott Hotel in Banpo, Seoul, with the participation of officials from the five organizations. Choi Kwang-ho, Secretary General of the Korea Music Content Association, who gave the keynote speech that day, said, “The foundation of the K-pop industry is the exclusive contract between the agency and the singer. It is similar to a two-person, three-legged race where each party ties a knot around the other party‘s feet and runs.

Jung Yong-hwa, Music Talk Show Launch… First Release on March 6th

CNBLUE‘s Jung Yong-hwa is opening a new music talk show, ‘LP ROOM’. Jung Yong-hwa’s ‘LP ROOM’ is a music story talk show that compares an artist‘s life to a movie and creates an OST playlist. It will be held in a vinyl shop-like space filled with LPs, and will feature deep music stories and fun episodes. Live performances are added to this, showcasing ‘LP ROOM’’s special identity as a high-quality music talk show. ‘LP ROOM’ features a new guest each episode who shares a special musical conversation with Jung Yong-hwa. He looks back on each guest‘s life and tells their life story with music and performs a live performance. In particular, the collaboration between Jung Yong-hwa and the production team of digital content media Dingo has created even more high-quality content. Jung Yong-hwa, who is active as an all-rounder in various fields such as music, dramas, movies, and entertainment, leads the program based on his solid musical talent and fun talking skills that he has accumulated ov