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MUSIC[★1 line cut]Beyonce pick Jungkook ‘Time difference’, a class with 280 million streams★1 line cut: The time to listen to this song.The time difference around the world has disappeared.BTS Jungkook’s solo song ‘My Time’, which was picked by Beyoncé, has set another milestone in the global music market.This song has surpassed 280 million cumulative streams on Spotify, the world’s largest streaming platform, and has maintained its popularity even after 5 years since its release.’My Time’ is a track from BTS regular 4th album ‘MAP OF THE SOUL : 7’, and is an autobiographical track in which Jungkook directly participated in writing and composing his own story.The song, which begins with a strong electric guitar sound, captivates listeners with groovy singing rap and sensual R&B-based vocals, and has received a hot response from global fans since its release.’My Time’ ranked 84th on Billboard’s main single chart ‘Hot 100’, achieving the highest ranking among solo songs from BTS albums at the time.It also became the first BTS solo song to top the Billboard World Digital Song SJun 28, 2025
MUSICHikee, ‘It Was Summer’ Begins Chart Ride Amidst PraiseAs soon as Hickey made a comeback, he started a full-fledged chart run.The title song “여름있다면 “from Hickey’s 4th mini album” Lovestruck “released on the 26th ranked 19th on the Melon Hot 100 chart immediately after its release.It entered the iTunes album charts in New Zealand and Canada, and the songs included in the album also entered the charts.It is continuing its upward trend by also making it onto the Apple Music Turkey and Hong Kong charts and the Japanese K-pop chart.In particular, the intense new songs and performances aimed at summer are receiving a hot response from fans at home and abroad.Following the title song” Rose that Bloomed Between Buildings “from his 1st mini album, the title song” Let It Burn “from his 3rd mini album is also receiving attention, showing signs of a reverse run.” Lovestruck “is a new album being released about a year after his 3rd mini album” LOVE or HATE” was released in June of last year.You can experience Hiki’s music spectrum that is even more expJun 28, 2025
MUSICWhat’s the Mixed-Gender Wave This Summer? From ‘All Day Project’ to TyphoonK -pop’s ‘precious combination’ of mixed groups is attracting attention by announcing comebacks one after another this summer.While the rookie group Allday Project, which ‘New World’s granddaughter ‘Annie is a part of, has recently received explosive responses since their debut, the symbol of mixed groups, Typhoon, and KARD, who have maintained the’ mixed idol ‘tradition for 8 years, have also thrown their hats into the ring around the same time.With this rare sight of’ legends, present, and future ‘making simultaneous appearances in K-pop, which was considered a wasteland for mixed groups, attention is focused on whether the’ heyday of mixed groups ‘can come.Allday Project is a mixed rookie group created by famous producer Teddy, who produced Blackpink.They made their official debut on the 23rd with the single’ FAMOUS ‘, and began full-fledged music broadcast activities, starting with Mnet’s ‘M Countdown ‘on the 26th.The All Day Project features the splendid personal history of each mJun 27, 2025
MUSICSeo Ja-young, ‘Our Movie’ OST ‘Unknown’ to be released on the 28th‘Our Movie’ OST Part 4 ‘Seo Ja-young - Unknown’ will be released at 6 PM on the 28th.SBS Friday-Saturday drama ‘Our Movie’ starring Nam Goong Min and Jeon Yeo-bin is a work that depicts the love that cannot be postponed until tomorrow between a film director ‘Lee Je-ha’ (played by Nam Goong Min)who has no next time and an actress ‘Lee Da-neum’ (played by Jeon Yeo-bin)for whom today is her last.The story that begins with the fateful meeting of genius director ‘Lee Je-ha’ and terminally ill actor ‘Lee Da-neum’ gradually gains depth amidst the emotional whirlwind surrounding the filming of the remake of ‘White Love’.The fact that ‘Lee Da-neum’ has a limited time is revealed to the world, and ‘Lee Je-ha’s ‘hidden family history is also revealed, leading to an unpredictable development where life and death, love and truth intersect.The fourth track of the’ Our Movie ‘OST, ‘ Unknown ‘, is an inner monologue quietly delivered in front of an upright piano.It calmly stares at emotions that areJun 27, 2025
MUSIC‘Comeback’ Highkey, Refreshing Performance on ‘Music Bank’Highkey is filling ‘Music Bank’ with refreshing energy, drawing attention.Group Highkey(H1- KEY, Seo Yi, Lee Na, Hwi Seo, Yel)appeared on KBS2’s ‘Music Bank’ broadcast on the afternoon of the 27th and performed the comeback stage of their 4th mini album ‘Lovestruck’ (Love Struck)title song ‘It Was Summer’.On this day, Highkey gave off a summer vibe with their sophisticated styling of matching bootcut denim pants with a crop top.The members ‘dynamic performance over the refreshing sound filled the stage and drew enthusiastic cheers from fans.Highkey also caught everyone’s attention in an instant with their relaxed facial expressions and stage manners.Above all, the ‘It Was Summer’ stage, which brought back memories of hazy summer days, left a deep aftertaste on the viewers.’Lovestruck’ is a new album released about a year after their 3rd mini album ‘LOVE or HATE’ (Love or Hate)was released in June of last year.It entered domestic and international music charts immediately after its releJun 27, 2025
MUSICPosition,’ I Love You ‘, a follow-up hit song, heralds the birth of’ Untold Words’POSITION will be releasing a new song titled ‘Unspoken Words’ that contains their own delicate emotional lines.On the 27th at 6 PM, POSITION’s new song ‘Unspoken Words’ will be released through all online music platforms.It is a ballad song that contains the words that linger in the heart even after a breakup and the feelings of regret that result from not being able to convey one’s true feelings.The song features POSITION’s signature deep vocals on top of the gentle piano melody and strings, leaving a heavy aftertaste even in the midst of restrained emotions.”Words I couldn’t say alone, words I repeated every day while crying like a fool…” The lyrics are in the form of a quiet monologue that seems to repeat the words that one could not convey to the person who left, and it mournfully depicts the traces of the heart that do not fade with time.This new song marks the reunion of POSITION with composers Jung Tae-yoo, Yoo Ji-eok, and Park Young-min after a long relationship since the dramaJun 27, 2025
MUSICUlala Session “Why is no one looking for us?” Current situation confessionUlala Session will be sharing their recent news and sincerity through a broadcast after a long time.On the SK Broadband B tv original entertainment show ‘Introducing a Fun Friend’ (hereafter referred to as ‘흥친소’) airing at 7:45 PM on the 27th, Ulala Session’s Park Seung-il, Kim Myung-hoon, and Choi Do-won will appear and confess their innermost feelings that they have not been able to express for a long time.On this day, Ulala Session honestly confesses their joy at being contacted, saying, “Why isn’t anyone looking for us?” Kim Myung-hoon says, “We went on music shows and filmed challenges with idols, but we were rarely seen on channels that the public actually watches,” and “I was really happy when we got the offer.” Park Seung-il also says, “We haven’t stopped working since the audition program, and we are currently preparing a new album that will show Ulala Session’s unique color,” and shares the team’s current situation.The broadcast will also highlight the concerns they have expeJun 27, 2025
MUSICIt’s different when Doyoung sings…’Hello, Universe’ live anticipation explodesNCT Doyoung will meet global fans through live content.On the 28th at 8 PM, Doyoung will release the karaoke live content ‘Memory’ through his YouTube channel ‘Studio AZeed’.This video is a performance that reinterprets Doyoung’s 2nd full-length album ‘Soar’ title song ‘Memory’ in a karaoke format.’Memory’ contains the message of hoping that the moments spent together will remain as brilliant memories, and Doyoung will convey a hopeful mood with his refreshing and powerful vocals, while adding warm emotions with his delicate emotional expressions.Elements that hint at Doyoung’s journey of memories are inserted throughout the video, which is expected to increase the immersion of fans.Studio AZeed’s ‘Karaoke Live’ is establishing itself as music teaching content for K-pop fans around the world, utilizing subtitle designs that display the lyrics of the song in the pronunciation of each language.Doyoung is the third guest to appear on the show after Cheese and Kwon Jin-ah, continuing the rJun 27, 2025
MUSICOnew to hold solo concert “100% complete with Jjinggu”SHINee’s Onew is making a full-fledged comeback through a solo concert.On the 27th at midnight, Onew announced the news of the ‘2025 ONEW CONCERT[ONEW THE LIVE : PERCENT(%)]’ through his official SNS.This concert is an extension of Onew’s brand concert series ‘ONEW THE LIVE’ and is heralding a special time with fans with the new subtitle ‘PERCENT’.The concert will be held at the Olympic Park Handball Stadium in Seoul on August 2-3, followed by the Tokyo Budokan in Japan on October 3-5.Both concerts will be large-scale stages that simultaneously feature pop culture symbolism and commercial scale, and are expected to once again prove Onew’s popularity and stage presence both domestically and internationally.The released poster contains a gradient image with various colors mixed in.It visually embodies the message that although each person is imperfect on their own, they can become complete when their differences come together in harmony.This is in line with the concert subtitle ‘PERCENT’Jun 27, 2025
MUSICIves Lees, first pitch in life… Wishing LG Twins victory on the 29thIVE Leez will be throwing the first pitch in a professional baseball game and will be the LG Twins ‘victory fairy.According to her agency Starship Entertainment, Leez will be participating in the’ 2025 KBO League ‘LG Twins and KIA Tigers game to be held at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul at 5 PM on the 29th.Leez will be going up to the mound as the ceremonial first pitcher to cheer on LG Twins’ victory.Leez previously appeared as the ceremonial first pitcher in the last direct game of JTBC’s ‘Strongest Baseball’ Season 3, which aired in February.At that time, he brightened up the stadium with his splendid visuals and lively appearance along with member Ahn Yu-jin, and he will challenge the first ceremonial pitch in his life through this game.Leez said through his agency, “I am very honored to be able to throw my first ceremonial pitch with the LG Twins.I would like to thank the team for giving me this precious opportunity, and I hope all the players will show a great game without anyJun 27, 2025
MUSICBold Jennie ‘Ruby’, British NME’s ‘Best Album of 2025’Blackpink member JENNIE’s ‘Ruby’ is continuing to be named the ‘Best Album of 2025’.According to an article released by the British music magazine NME on its official homepage on the 26th(local time), Jennie’s first solo full-length album ‘Ruby’ was selected as ‘The best albums of 2025’.NME introduced ‘Ruby’ as a “bold and original new album.” It went on to say, “Jennie has mastered her own legend with surprising clarity” and selected ‘Zen’ as the main track.Jennie was previously selected as the ‘Best Album of 2025’ by the famous American music magazine Rolling Stone, the American media outlet Complex, and Billboard, the only K -pop artist with ‘Ruby’, receiving high praise for her abilities as a solo artist.Ruby’ is the title song, which Jennie produced herself and contains her identity and infinite musical potential.Jun 27, 2025
MUSICJeong Da-kyung, elegant dance moves and passionate singing of ‘Majung’ (Trot Champion)Trot singer Jung Da-kyung has melted her uniquely elegant charm into the stage.Jung Da-kyung appeared on MBC ON ‘Trot Champion’ aired on the 26th and performed her new song ‘Majung’.On this day, Jung Da-kyung, who showed off her elegance wearing a white-toned outfit that brought out Korean style, left a deep impression on trot fans with her affectionate yet soft voice and poetic sensibility in her own unique way.Jung Da-kyung’s new song ‘Majung’ is a trot song that combines dreamy pop sensibility and oriental mood, and Jung Da-kyung’s deep and delicate sensibility and stable singing ability deliver deep emotions to the listeners.On this day’s Trot Champion, Jung Da-kyung, Joo Ha, Choi Yoon-ha, The Three Musketeers, Kim Ji-hyun, Lee Bu-young, Seong Ri, Choi Su-ho, Bin Ye-seo, Hong Ji-yoon, Yang Ji-eun, Shin Yu, and Jin Si-mon appeared.Photo = Capture from Trot Champion broadcastJun 27, 2025
MUSICStray Kids Hyunjin, featuring in d4vd’s new song…Explosion of charming voiceStray Kids ‘Hyunjin has released a featuring song with famous American singer-songwriter David(d4vd).David’s digital single ‘Always Love featuring Hyunjin(Stray Kids)’ featuring Hyunjin was officially released at midnight on the 27th.The two artists, who had been cheering each other on even before their collaboration and had raised fans ‘expectations, have made this meaningful collaboration happen with this new song and increased the satisfaction of listeners.’ Always Love featuring Hyunjin(Stray Kids)’is a charming song that unfolds like a deep love story.It increases immersion with layered questions, and the harmony of Hyunjin and David’s vocals and emotions expresses the complex emotions of the song and resonates.David’s new digital single, which Hyunjin added to, can be found on various music sites.Stray Kids has recently been shining its presence as a ‘global top artist’ with its active performance in all directions.JuneJun 27, 2025
MUSICKim Jaejoong, First Rock Festival Debut… Sound Planet 2025 3rd Lineup RevealedSinger Kim Jae-joong will be performing on a rock festival stage for the first time since his debut.On the morning of the 27th, the ‘Sound Planet Festival 2025’ announced the third lineup, including Kim Jae-joong.This lineup also includes popular Japanese artist Reol, BURNOUT SYNDROMES, famous for their anime theme songs, and the 1st and 2nd place teams Asadal and To More Raw from the Rolling Hall rookie discovery project ‘CMYK 2025’.Kim Jae-joong foreshadowed a powerful performance based on rock sounds.As his first rock festival stage in 20 years since his debut, it holds a special meaning.As a solo artist, he is expected to expand his musical world and show his new side as a rock artist on this stage.Reol, who will appear together, is a Japanese solo artist who is gaining attention for his sensational sound that crosses electronic music, pop, and rock.He has a global fandom with his explosive stage manners and visual performances.Another Japanese band, Burnout Syndromes, is popular wJun 27, 2025
MUSICTrot Bull Kim Kyung-min, Transformation into Singer-Songwriter… First Mini Release on the 27thTrot bull Kim Kyung-min is releasing his first mini-album in five years since his debut.His agency Gamdong Entertainment announced that Kim Kyung-min will be releasing his mini-album RE : BORN ep.1 on the 27th.The mini-album RE : BORN ep.1 is composed of various genres that will allow listeners to experience new charms never seen before, such as trot, ballads, rock, and dance.It is said that the double title system was decided upon due to internal evaluations that all the songs are title-level.This mini-album RE : BORN ep.1 includes a total of 14 tracks, including the double title songs ‘Secret Royal Inspector Chulduyeo’ and ‘Daejeon Station Alley’, as well as ‘Manly Road’, ‘Live Smiling’, ‘Thankful Person’, ‘My Only Woman’, and ‘My Last Love’ as instrumental tracks.The first title song ‘Secret Royal Inspector Chulduyeo’ is a remake of the song that won first place in the duet competition of MBN Current King of Singers 2.The song is about a trot bull, Kim Kyung-min, who recorded 2.2 miJun 27, 2025
MUSIC“This is the taste of iron” aespa, ‘Dirty Work’ pre-orders surpass 1.01 million copies!aespa has made a splendid comeback with the single ‘Dirty Work’ surpassing 1.01 million pre-orders.The single ‘Dirty Work’, which will be released through various music sites at 1 p.m.on the 27th, has surpassed approximately 1.01 million pre-orders, making it aespa’s sixth million-seller following their previously released 2nd mini-album ‘Girls’, 3rd mini-album ‘MY WORLD’, 4th mini-album ‘Drama’, 1st full-length album ‘Armageddon’, and 5th mini-album ‘Whiplash’.This single consists of a total of 4 tracks, including the double title track ‘Dirty Work’, Flo Milli -featuring version, an English version, and an instrumental.’Dirty Work’ is a dance track featuring an ear-catching synth bass and a cool vocal melody, allowing you to fully enjoy aespa’s unique vocal charm with lyrics containing a subjective message and a cool and chill vibe.Each song features a short form with intense point choreography.Espa, who made the challenge popular,Jun 27, 2025
MUSICBaby Monster, ‘HOT SAUCE’ release imminent…Anticipation UP with concept posterBaby Monster has raised the heat of their comeback by foreshadowing a variety of video promotions just four days before the release of their new song “HOT SAUCE.” On the 27th, YG Entertainment posted “BABYMONSTER is coming in HOT” on their official blog.According to this, Baby Monster will release “HOT SAUCE” on July 1st, followed by a bonus performance video and choreography practice video.Expectations are already high as the high-quality videos that capture Baby Monster’s overwhelming performances and natural charm have received enthusiastic responses from fans.They have already produced four contents with hundreds of millions of views just with choreography videos that were not official music videos, including “SHEESH, “ “LIKE THAT, “ “DRIP, “ and “BILLIONAIRE.” The poster that day caught everyone’s attention with its lively concept and mood that was not seen in the previous teaser.A colorful outfit with Baby Monster’s initials embroidered on top of white overalls, a visual and confJun 27, 2025
MUSICAll Day Project, Melon Top 100 1st Place in 4 Days Since Debut… Rookie of the YearThe mixed group ALLDAY PROJECT(Annie, Tarzan, Bailey, Woochan, Youngseo)swept the music charts in just four days since their debut.ALLDAY PROJECT’s double title songs “FAMOUS” and “WICKED”, which officially debuted on the 23rd, are showing explosive growth on the music charts.In particular, “FAMOUS” showed off its prowess by rising to #1 on Melon’s “TOP 100” chart, the largest music site in Korea.”FAMOUS” boasted incredible buzz by taking the #1 spot on both YouTube’s Most Popular Videos and Most Popular Songs right after its music video was pre-released.It proved the hot interest of listeners by entering Melon’s “TOP 100” chart and daily chart right after its official release on the 23rd.’FAMOUS’, which ran up the charts with unstoppable momentum, took back the top spot on the ‘TOP 100’ chart, and ALLDAY PROJECT won the honor of topping the music charts just 4 days after its debut.The double title track ‘WICKED’ alsoJun 27, 2025
MUSIC‘Debut’ Nine, Highlight Medley RevealedThe new group AHOF(Steven, Seo Jung Woo, Cha Woong Ki, Zhang Shuai Bo, Park Han, JL, Park Joo Won, Zuun, Daisuke)has released the highlight medley of their first mini-album ‘WHO WE ARE’.Through this highlight medley, the audio sources of all the songs included in the album have been revealed for the first time.The video shows parts of the highlight sounds of ‘We’ll Meet Again There(Rendezvous)’,’ Boy, Fall Onto the Stage(Intro)’,’ Blue School, Green Grass, Red Sneakers ‘,’ It Won’t Be Unfinished ‘,’ The Best Last in the Universe ‘, and’ Nine, Our Shining Number(Outro)’ in that order.The visuals of the members, full of boyish charm, also stand out.The behind-the-scenes cuts of the concept photos and intro films combined to make it even more fun to watch, and the emotional lines of each track and the moods of the members harmonized to further increase the immersion of the video.In particular, the youthful emotions that flow throughout the entire song are impressive.The honest emotions ofJun 27, 2025
MUSICA2O MAY, No.1 on China’s new song chart ·· CCTV’s broadcast appearanceGlobal girl group A2O MAY successfully showed off a powerful performance on the stage of China’s CCTV music show.A2O MAY(CHENYU, SHIJIE, QUCHANG, MICHE, KAT)appeared on China’s state-run broadcaster CCTV’s music program ‘China Music TOP Chart(中国音乐TOP榜)’ on the 25th(local time)and performed their second single ‘BOSS’.’China Music TOP Chart’ is a Chinese music show that started on CCTV in 2014.It is run on a seasonal basis and has been receiving attention from local viewers.A2O MAY has proven its influence in China by appearing on the show, which has returned with a new season after a long hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic.A2O MAY’s “BOSS” entered the new song chart(新歌榜) of QQ Music, China’s largest music streaming platform, at number 3 upon its release on April 25, and then topped the chart for three consecutive days.In recognition of its good performance on the music chart, CCTVJun 27, 2025