The Illusion of Realness in K-Pop
K-pop thrives on fantasy, not transparency. XLOV’s logo may be a reminder of how closely image, marketing, and identity intertwine.
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Shinhwa Accused of Stealing Lyrics from Black Artists
Shinhwa’s alleged plagiarism of Black artists’ lyrics exposes how early K-pop borrowed from hip-hop without credit or cultural understanding.
XLOV’s Label Turns Inclusivity Into Hypocrisy
257 Entertainment built XLOV’s image on gender fluidity, then banned pride flags at their shows. For 257, queerness is only good for marketing.
TWICE Celebrates 10 Years with TEN: The Story Goes On
TWICE celebrates a decade in K-pop with TEN: The Story Goes On, blending nostalgia with a playful MV.
When “Generation” Stopped Meaning Anything in K-Pop
K-pop generations used to signal cultural shifts. Now they change whenever the media needs someone new to promote.
ChatGPT Can Make Spotify Playlists, But Beware
ChatGPT can now build Spotify playlists with a simple prompt, but the new feature raises fresh concerns about data collection and privacy.
Rock Band 4 Delisting Highlights Music Licensing Struggles
Rock Band 4’s delisting exposes a big problem. Time-limited music licenses threaten the preservation of video games.
Why “Best New Artist” Rarely Means New at the Grammys
The Grammy’s Best New Artist isn’t about who’s new. It’s about timing and the moment an artist finally breaks through.
Copy or Coincidence? The Boyz vs QWER Lightstick Drama
Rookie group QWER is under fire for a lightstick design fans say copies The Boyz. The feud raises bigger questions about ownership, and K-pop fandom identity.