SEVENTEEN completed shows at Japan's four major domes and drew roughly 420,000 spectators. This figure is more than a headcount; it signals real market influence. Filling domes is itself a local mark of being a "major" act (Japan's…
Singer-producer Park Jinyoung has donated 1 billion won (about $750,000) each year since 2022, committing a total of 4 billion won (roughly $3 million) from his personal funds over four years to help vulnerable child patients. The donations are dis…
A recent study linking fame and lifespan has set off a debate. Researchers found a higher risk of premature death among well-known singers compared with less famous peers. This column unpacks the study, traces likely causes, and balances arguments f…
Stray Kids will return on November 21, 2025, with a new album titled "DO IT." The release arrives roughly three months after their previous activity and is led by double lead singles: "DO IT" and "신선놀음" (romanized as &q…
Korean popular music known as K-pop has attracted global attention since the late 1990s. However, behind the fame lie issues such as demanding schedules and invasions of privacy. Fandom energy creates economic value but can also spark social…
The news of D'Angelo's death has struck the music world deeply. He was a voice synonymous with neo-soul and a defining figure of his era. This loss reads not only as a personal tragedy but as a turning point in the genre's history. At 51…
Grandmother rappers from Chilgok are stepping onto a new stage. Their challenge blurs local and generational lines. Participation in variety shows becomes more than personal expression — it becomes public culture. Health, ethics, and commercial use …
SEVENTEEN member Hoshi officially began active duty in the Republic of Korea Army on September 16, 2025. On the day he enlisted, he surprised fans by releasing a new single, "TAKE A SHOT," as a parting gesture. Hoshi is the fourth member o…
RIIZE confirmed a Tokyo Dome run just 2 years and 5 months after their debut. The group’s leap into Tokyo Dome shows both speed and influence. It reflects SM Entertainment’s systematic planning and a highly mobilized fanbase. At the same time, it st…
Charlie Sheen's recent confession has returned to the headlines. His past struggles with sexual addiction, violence, and substance abuse eroded a once-thriving career. This admission raises fresh debate about where private illness ends and publi…