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K-Pop Demon Hunters Claim Grammy for Visual-Media Song Golden
entertainment26 days ago

K-Pop Demon Hunters Claim Grammy for Visual-Media Song Golden

Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters’ “Golden” won the Grammy for Best Song For Visual Media, marking the group’s first win among four nominations. The track is the No. 1-charting single from Netflix’s most-watched movie ever, performed by Huntr/x (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami) with writers Ejae and Mark Sonnenblick. If it later takes Song of the Year, Huntr/x would become the first K-Pop act to win in that category, with other winners including Cynthia Erivo/Ariana Grande for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and Lady Gaga’s remix in the same ceremony.

K-Pop Breaks Grammys Ground With First Visual-Media Song Win
entertainment27 days ago

K-Pop Breaks Grammys Ground With First Visual-Media Song Win

“Golden,” performed by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami for Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, won the Grammy for Best Song Written for Visual Media, making it the first K-pop song to win in that category. The film’s soundtrack helped keep KPop Demon Hunters in the spotlight as Netflix’s top movie of 2025, and EJAE became the first Korean-American female songwriter nominated for Song of the Year.

Netflix, Mattel & Hasbro Unveil Kpop Demon Hunters Toys At Nuremberg Toy Fair
entertainment1 month ago

Netflix, Mattel & Hasbro Unveil Kpop Demon Hunters Toys At Nuremberg Toy Fair

Netflix, with Mattel and Hasbro, unveiled a Kpop Demon Hunters toy line at the Nuremberg Toy Fair, including American Girl dolls of the lead characters Rumi, Zoey and Mira, Nerf gear modeled after the trio’s demon-hunting kit, Spirit Blades, Four Tiger Sword, Curved Moon Sword and a themed Monopoly edition; pre-orders for the collection are now available through Mattel’s American Girl unit, following the title’s record viewership on Netflix.

K-pop and Collaborations Lead 2026 Grammy Nominations
music3 months ago

K-pop and Collaborations Lead 2026 Grammy Nominations

The 2026 Grammy nominations include notable K-pop and Korean-created music, with Rosé and Bruno Mars’s 'APT.', the 'KPop Demon Hunters' soundtrack, and KATSEYE receiving multiple nominations across categories such as Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist. The nominations highlight the global influence of Korean music, with additional nods for the 'Maybe Happy Ending' musical soundtrack. The awards ceremony will take place on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles.

Min Hee Jin Steps Down as ADOR's Internal Director
entertainment1 year ago

Min Hee Jin Steps Down as ADOR's Internal Director

Min Hee Jin has resigned as internal director of ADOR and terminated her shareholder agreement with HYBE, citing breaches and illegal activities by the company. She plans to take legal action against HYBE, accusing them of a wrongful audit and spreading false information. Despite a prolonged dispute, Min Hee Jin remains committed to her principles and thanks supporters, including NewJeans fans, for their encouragement.

"BTS Opens Up About Future, Emotions, and ARMY Impact in 'Monuments: Beyond The Star' Series"
entertainment2 years ago

"BTS Opens Up About Future, Emotions, and ARMY Impact in 'Monuments: Beyond The Star' Series"

BTS leader RM revealed in an interview that the group received special treatment at their first Billboard Music Awards in 2017 due to the overwhelming support from their fans, known as ARMY. Despite being relatively unknown in the American music scene at the time, the presence and cheers of ARMY on the red carpet and inside the venue caught the attention of other attendees and interviewers, leading to a more careful and intrigued treatment of the group. This support contributed to a memorable experience for BTS, who went on to win the Top Social Artist Award and gain significant recognition in the American music industry.

"BTS' Jin Sends Heartfelt New Year Wishes as He Approaches Military Service Completion"
entertainment2 years ago

"BTS' Jin Sends Heartfelt New Year Wishes as He Approaches Military Service Completion"

BTS member Jin is nearing the end of his mandatory military service and has shared a video message with fans hinting at his return to music soon. He encouraged fans to wait a little longer to see him with short hair and promised to start working hard again. Other BTS members, including J-Hope and Suga, have also enlisted, with RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook set to fulfill their military obligations. BTS is on hiatus until 2025 to allow all members to complete their service.

"2023's Top K-Pop Hits: Chart-Topping Albums, Songs, and MVs"
entertainmentmusic2 years ago

"2023's Top K-Pop Hits: Chart-Topping Albums, Songs, and MVs"

The K-pop industry in 2023 has seen a variety of artists releasing albums that not only showcase their musical range but also address important topics and personal narratives. From NewJeans' "2nd EP 'Get Up'" to EXO's "Exist," these albums have transcended beyond hit songs to present larger visions and conceptual narratives. Artists like V, WOODZ, and ONEW shared their core inspirations, while groups like IVE, SEVENTEEN, and (G)I-DLE demonstrated their versatility. The albums mentioned have contributed to the evolving definition of K-pop, which now includes a mix of genres and soundscapes, highlighting the importance of full-length projects in a single-focused market.