Why Most Anime Never Get Official Western Releases
Only 20–30% of anime reaches Western audiences. The titles that are distributed abroad don’t always reflect what’s popular in Japan.
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ENHYPEN’s Dark Moon Could be the Start of K-pop’s Anime Era
ENHYPEN’s Dark Moon anime is the first one based on a K-pop group. Could this be the start of a growing trend?
Zara Larsson’s “Hot & Sexy” Is a Dance Anthem With a Serious Message
Beneath the fun, club-ready energy of “Hot & Sexy,” Zara Larsson addresses sexual harassment and the normalization of predatory behavior.
ZEROBASEONE Will Continue as a Permanent 5-Member Group
ZEROBASEONE will continue to promote with 5 members instead of disbanding in March 2026. This decision is unusual for K-pop survival show groups.
Mono is One of i-dle’s Boldest Songs Yet
i-dle’s “Mono” may be their boldest release yet with references to politics and queerness.
The Two Tier System Causing K-Pop Groups to Disband
Disbandment affects groups based on the agency they’re signed to. Idol groups signed to the Big 4 have more longevity while smaller labels struggle.
HYBE’s Scarcity Model for BTS’s Comeback Could Backfire
HYBE’s CEO wants to test a “scarcity model” on BTS’s comeback. Restricting access to a group built on parasocialism could alienate the fans they need most
The NewJeans and ADOR Dispute Explained
A clear breakdown of the NewJeans and ADOR dispute showing how it escalated into one of the messiest disputes in K-pop.
Why Did ADOR Terminate Danielle’s Contract?
ADOR’s termination of former NewJeans member Danielle Marsh’s contract raises questions on what would lead to such a decision.