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April 9, 2026

KATSEYE Teases ‘PINKY UP’ Ahead of Coachella Stage

KATSEYE has heightened anticipation for its upcoming single “PINKY UP” with the release of concept photos and a teaser video, just one day ahead of the track’s official launch. On...

#Billboard Hot 100 #Coachella #Geffen Records #HYBE #Katseye #Kpop comeback #Kpop News #PINKY UP

The concept photo of KATSEYE's new single album"Pinky Up."

BTS Launches ‘ARIRANG’ World Tour in Goyang

BTS has officially launched its highly anticipated ‘ARIRANG’ world tour, marking one of the largest-scale concert series in K-pop history, beginning with a three-day run at Goyang Stadium in South...

#ARIRANG tour #BigHit Music #BTS #HYBE #Kpop concert #Kpop News #World Tour

BTS performs on a comeback concert in Gwanghwamun March 21. (Photo / BigHit Music, Netflix)

Heeseung Rebrands as EVAN After ENHYPEN Exit

Former ENHYPEN member Heeseung has officially begun a new chapter under the name EVAN, signaling a fresh artistic direction following his departure from the group. On April 8, EVAN opened...

#BELIFT LAB #ENHYPEN #EVAN #Heeseung #HYBE #Kpop News #Kpop solo debut

April 8, 2026

T.O.P Declines KBS Review After Song Bans

T.O.P has decided not to request a re-evaluation from Korean Broadcasting System after multiple tracks from his latest album were deemed unfit for broadcast, effectively limiting their exposure on the...

#BIGBANG #KBS #Korean music #Kpop censorship #Kpop controversy #T.O.P #T.O.P comeback

Cha Eun-woo Apologizes Over Tax Controversy, Pays Full Amount

Cha Eun-woo has issued a public apology following a tax controversy that recently drew widespread attention, confirming that all outstanding taxes have now been fully paid. On April 8, the...

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Cha Eun-woo apologizes over the tax evasion scandal.

SHINee Honors Jonghyun on Birthday with Tribute Post

SHINee Shares Tribute to Jonghyun on His Birthday SHINee paid tribute to late member Kim Jong-hyun on his birthday, sharing a performance photo that resonated deeply with fans worldwide. At...

#Jonghyun #Jonghyun birthday #K-pop history #K-pop legend #K-pop tribute #SHINee #SHINee members #SM Entertainment

Kim Jong-hyun performing on stage in a plaid suit with a headset mic under blue lighting.

G-Dragon Estimated to Earn Over $48M in 2025 Settlement

G-Dragon Reportedly Earns Over 65 Billion Won in 2025 Kwon Ji-yong, widely known as G-Dragon, is estimated to have received more than 65 billion won (approximately $48 million) in settlement...

#BIGBANG #G-Dragon #Galaxy Corporation #K-pop earnings #K-pop industry #K-pop revenue #Kwon Ji-yong #World Tour

HWASA Teases ‘So Cute’ Ahead of Comeback

HWASA Builds Anticipation with ‘So Cute’ D-1 Poster Ahn Hye-jin, known as HWASA of MAMAMOO, has unveiled a D-1 teaser poster for her upcoming digital single “So Cute,” heightening anticipation...

HWASA’s new digital single “So Cute” is set to be released on April 9 at 6 p.m. KST across major streaming platforms.
As anticipation builds, industry watchers are closely monitoring how the track will perform and whether it will continue her streak of successful solo releases.

#Good Goodbye #Hwasa #K-pop comeback #K-pop female soloist #K-pop solo #MAMAMOO #So Cute

HWASA ‘So Cute’ D-1 teaser poster with the singer in a lace corset outfit.

EXO Marks 14th Debut Anniversary with Fans

EXO Celebrates 14th Anniversary with Heartfelt Message EXO marked their 14th debut anniversary on April 8, expressing gratitude to fans and reflecting on their journey over the past decade. Through...

As EXO enters its 15th year, the group’s focus on both nostalgia and innovation signals a continued commitment to their artistry and fans.
With their upcoming concerts and ongoing activities, EXO is poised to maintain its position as one of K-pop’s leading acts.

#Chanyeol #EXO #EXO concert #EXO-L #K-pop anniversary #Kai #Sehun #SM Entertainment #Suho