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Interviews & Editorials
Dsign Music Reflects on Fifteen Years of Shaping the K-pop Soundscape from SNSD to TWICE
The landscape of global pop music underwent a seismic shift in 2009 when a catchy, synthesizer-heavy track titled "Genie" (Tell Me Your Wish) propelled the South Korean girl group Girls’ Generation to international stardom. Behind the scenes of this cultural phenomenon was Dsign Music, a Norwegian songwriting and production collective that has since become one ... Read more
April 25, 2026
Interviews & Editorials
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, Max Graham and Matt Thomson, the creative minds behind ARCADES, provided an in-depth look into their pivotal ... Read more
April 20, 2026
Interviews & Editorials
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Collaborative Success with BTS and the Global Impact of the Map of the Soul Series
The global music landscape has undergone a seismic shift over the past decade, driven largely by the unprecedented rise of South Korean group BTS. Central to this transformation is the blend of diverse musical influences, a feat achieved through strategic collaborations with international producers. Among the most influential contributors to the BTS discography is the ... Read more
April 12, 2026
Interviews & Editorials
CLC Achieves Record Breaking Global Success with Latest Single Helicopter and Reflects on Five Year Journey in Exclusive Interview
The South Korean girl group CLC, managed by Cube Entertainment, has reached a significant turning point in their career with the release of their latest single, "Helicopter." Launched in early September 2020, the track has not only resonated with their domestic audience but has also achieved unprecedented international acclaim, signaling a new era of growth ... Read more
April 4, 2026
Interviews & Editorials
British Production Duo ARCADES Reflects on Creative Synergy and Global Success Following Collaboration with BTS on Map of the Soul Series
The global music landscape has undergone a significant transformation over the last decade, driven largely by the unprecedented rise of South Korean group BTS and their ability to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western markets. Central to this evolution is a network of international collaborators who provide the sonic architecture for the group’s expansive ... Read more
March 28, 2026
Interviews & Editorials
Dsign Music Reflects on Fifteen Years of K-pop Innovation and the Creative Evolution Behind TWICEs Baby Blue Love
The global music industry has witnessed a seismic shift over the last decade and a half, with South Korean pop music, or K-pop, moving from a regional phenomenon to a dominant force on the international charts. At the heart of this transformation is Dsign Music, a Norwegian songwriting and production collective that has become one ... Read more
March 27, 2026