BTS Makes Historic BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge Debut Featuring Iconic Cover and Reflections on British Cultural Influence
The global musical landscape witnessed a significant cultural milestone on July 28, 2021, as the South Korean septet BTS made their highly anticipated debut on BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge. The performance, which has since been characterized by critics as a…
Sam Kim and R3HAB Bridge Global Music Markets with the Release of Collaborative English Dance Single Smile
The global music landscape witnessed a significant cross-cultural milestone on January 7, 2022, as acclaimed Korean-American singer-songwriter Sam Kim officially released his highly anticipated collaboration with world-renowned DJ and producer R3HAB.…
K-Pop Community and Philanthropy Converge as SOKOLLAB and Twins Talk Kpop Host Stand Up To Cancer Charity Weekend in London
On Friday, October 11, 2019, the London K-pop community witnessed a significant intersection of music fandom and social activism with the launch of the "Keep Spinning Kpop Weekend." Organized by the digital content creators Twins Talk Kpop…
ITZY Discusses Artistic Evolution and Global Travel Aspirations During Recent Radio Appearance Following the Success of WANNABE
On March 17, the globally recognized South Korean girl group ITZY made a highly anticipated appearance as guests on the SBS Power FM radio program Park So Hyun’s Love Game. The broadcast served as a platform for the quintet—comprised of Yeji, Lia,…
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Journey with BTS for the Map of the Soul Series and Global Impact
The intersection of British pop sensibilities and South Korean musical innovation has reached a new zenith through the ongoing collaboration between the production duo ARCADES and the global phenomenon BTS. In a comprehensive dialogue with BTS Radio UK,…
CLC Reaches New Career Heights as Helicopter Propels Group to Global Chart Success and Record-Breaking Sales Performance
The South Korean girl group CLC, managed by Cube Entertainment, has recently marked a significant turning point in their five-year career with the release of their latest single, "Helicopter." Released in early September 2020, the track has not…
KISU Embarks on a New Chapter as an Independent Solo Artist Following a Formative Decade in the K-pop Industry
The landscape of the South Korean music industry is witnessing a significant shift as seasoned idols transition from the structured environment of established agencies to the creative autonomy of independent artistry. Choi Kisu, known professionally as…
[INTERVIEW] Q&A with PURPLEBECK (퍼플백)
The Genesis of PURPLEBECK and the Meaning Behind the Name The name PURPLEBECK is a portmanteau that carries a specific symbolic weight intended to define the group’s trajectory. "Purple" is traditionally associated with royalty, luxury,…
BTS Redefines Global Longevity and Artistic Identity in Comprehensive Apple Music Interview Ahead of Arirang Era
In a profound and introspective dialogue with Zane Lowe on Apple Music, the seven members of BTS—RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook—offered an unprecedented look into the internal mechanics of the world’s most successful musical group,…
From Genie to Baby Blue Love The 15-Year Legacy of Dsign Music in the Global K-pop Phenomenon
The evolution of the South Korean music industry, known globally as K-pop, has been defined not only by its charismatic idols and synchronized choreography but also by a distinct sonic identity that blends Western pop sensibilities with experimental,…