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Culture
Former U-KISS Member Alexander Lee Eusebio Reveals Career Transition and Successful Certification as a Professional K-Aesthetician
The landscape of the South Korean entertainment industry is often characterized by its intense competition and the relatively short lifespan of idol careers. However, Alexander Lee Eusebio, a founding member of the veteran K-Pop group U-KISS, has recently garnered significant public attention by documenting a successful and unconventional career pivot. In a series of detailed ... Read more
August 29, 2026
Music Reviews
TWICE Earns New RIAJ Platinum Certification for Streaming in Japan
The sensational K-pop group TWICE has once again achieved a significant milestone in the Japanese music market, securing a platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) for their enduring hit, "TT." This latest accolade underscores the group’s sustained popularity and the remarkable longevity of their music, particularly within one of Asia’s most ... Read more
August 20, 2026
Music Reviews
SEVENTEEN Achieves RIAJ Million Certification as BOYNEXTDOOR, NEXZ, and PLAVE Earn Gold in Japan
The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has officially recognized the significant commercial success of several prominent K-Pop and J-Pop artists within the Japanese market, announcing its latest batch of certifications. Leading the accolades is the globally acclaimed K-Pop powerhouse SEVENTEEN, which has achieved the prestigious RIAJ Million certification for its 2023 Korean mini-album, "SEVENTEENTH ... Read more
August 3, 2026
Music Reviews
Stray Kids Earns Prestigious RIAJ Platinum Certification for Streaming Success in Japan
The globally recognized K-pop sensation Stray Kids has once again solidified its significant presence in the Japanese music market, achieving a coveted platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) for their hit single "MANIAC" based on streaming numbers. This latest accolade underscores the group’s sustained popularity and growing influence beyond their home ... Read more
April 13, 2026