HUNTR/X’s Golden Hits No. 1 and Makes K-pop History
HUNTR/X’s “Golden” makes K-pop history as the first Hot 100 No. 1 by female vocalists and it’s only the beginning.
The Truth Behind Missing Songs on Modern Vinyl Releases
Vinyl buyers are paying top dollar, only to find their favorite albums missing key tracks without warning.
Krafton Accuses Former Leaders of Chasing $250M Payday
Krafton says former leaders chased a $250M payout over game quality.
Why K-Pop Tour Planning Keeps Frustrating Fans
High prices, short notice, and strange city choices keep testing global K-pop fans.
Palland Hits Switch as Palworld Faces Nintendo in Court
Palworld’s in court with Nintendo, but its own knock-off just hit Nintendo’s storefront.
U.S. Tariffs Put Pressure on K-pop’s American Fandom
New tariffs are making K-pop albums and merch, threatening fan access and industry growth in the U.S.
Key’s “Hunter”: When the Monster Is You
Key’s latest single turns horror tropes inward for a haunting confrontation with oneself.
Longing and Isolation Collide in Jeon Somi’s “Closer”
When a desire for connection masks feelings of isolation, can longing ever close the gap?
BigHit’s New Boy Group CORTIS Struggles to Define Themselves
Can “GO!” define CORTIS or does it expose the challenge of balancing ambition with having a clear identity?