Sixteen humanoid robots dancing in Times Square is not exactly an everyday sight. On September 21, the unusual scene brought K-Pop, robotics, and a crowd of curious New Yorkers together before the robots headed to Rockefeller Center, where another unexpected moment was waiting: a humanoid robot standing beside the man it was modeled after. Photo provided by Galaxy Corporation Co., Ltd. The scenes were part of Galaxy Corporation’s New York appearance for the UN International D

XG returns with “DEPENDS,” a new digital single released November 6 and the group's first new music since January's THE CORE - 核. Rather than arriving with another large statement, the song takes a more reflective approach, built around the idea that not every question about identity, growth, or the future has an immediate answer. JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA officially debuted as XG on March 18, 2022, with “Tippy Toes,” establishing a group that has

Some dreams start with a plan. Others start with refusing to give up. For Black Clover 2nd Season, ONE OR EIGHT turns that idea into “Yellow Brick Road,” a new song built around the same determination that has kept Asta moving forward. ONE OR EIGHT has been building its own path around that same mentality since making its debut in August 2024. The eight-member group—MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA, and YUGA—takes its name from the Japanese phrase “ichi ka bac

On September 1, Number_i stepped onto the field at Dodger Stadium for a moment that carried meaning well beyond the baseball game itself. Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi were invited to throw the ceremonial first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers game, giving the Japanese trio another memorable introduction to American audiences. Formed in 2024, Number_i brings together Sho Hirano, Yuta Jinguji, and Yuta Kishi, three artists who entered a new chapter of their careers

What happens when the actress starring in a love story also writes the song that plays when the story starts to hurt? Riho Sayashi is giving audiences an unusually personal answer with “幸福失格 (Koufuku Shikkaku),” the ending theme for the upcoming live-action drama 付き合ってあげてもいいかな (How Do We Relationship?), in which she also takes the lead role. The Japanese pop single arrives August 31, putting Sayashi’s own words and voice alongside a story about love, loneliness, and the fear

Twenty years of ONE OK ROCK is a lot of music to fit onto one record, but ONE OK ROCK: A DECADE OF GREATEST HITS is taking on the challenge with 18 tracks that trace some of the band's biggest moments while leaving room for something completely new. Arriving October 30 via Fueled by Ramen/Atlantic Records, the collection will feature the brand-new song “Fever” alongside fan favorites spanning the band's international rise and most recent era. Formed in Tokyo in 2005, ONE OK R

Since their debut, XG have consistently challenged expectations of what a global pop group can be, building a career that extends far beyond conventional industry boundaries. Comprised of JURIN, CHISA, HINATA, HARVEY, JURIA, MAYA, and COCONA, the seven-member group has become synonymous with innovation, combining genre-defying music, cinematic visuals, and elite performance skills into a distinctive identity that continues to resonate with audiences across the world. Rather t

2026.05.04 Santos Bravos X Update The countdown to July has officially begun, and KCON has just dropped an announcement that is already sending shock waves through the global fandom. In a historic cross-cultural pairing, HYBE Latin America's breakout force, Santos Bravos, is set to team up with HYBE Labels Japan's performance powerhouse, &TEAM, for a highly anticipated Special Collaboration Stage. Ever since the two groups surprised everyone by dropping the digital "KAWASAKI

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KCON LA returns August 14–16, 2026, once again taking over Crypto.com Arena and the LA Convention Center for a weekend that continues to define the global reach and cultural impact of K-Pop in real time. What started as a convention has evolved into one of the most important international touchpoints for artists and fans alike, where performance, fandom, and industry presence all intersect. This year’s theme, “Walk in SOUL CITY,” pushes that idea even further, positioning KC

Pacific Music Group (PMG), the Pan-Asian powerhouse founded by NE-YO, Sonu Nigam, MC Jin, and industry veteran Jonathan Serbin, continues to position itself as a vital bridge for global artists connecting with Asia, building on its mission to nurture careers that resonate across cultures. On March 24, 2026, PMG announced a landmark partnership with Stage Zero, taking on exclusive management for TaTa Taktumi across Asia and serving as her worldwide record label for all future

Hanyang Society and Invasian ATL are partnering once again to present The Great Migration Festival on March 7, 2026, in Atlanta. Returning as a celebration of Asian and Asian American creativity and community, this year’s festival continues to spotlight artists, performers, and storytellers who are shaping the cultural conversation across the South. The event remains free to attend and welcomes participants from all corners of the community, including K-Pop fans and cosplay

KID PHENOMENON is heading to Austin. The Japan-based dance and vocal group has been confirmed as an official artist for SXSW 2026, which celebrates its 40th anniversary from March 12 to March 18 in Austin, Texas. The announcement went live on the festival’s official site at 1:00 PM local time on February 11, placing the group on one of the most closely watched global stages for new talent. For a team still early in their international journey, this slot positions them as par

NCHIVE is stepping into 2026 not just as a rising K-Pop group, but as an act using its platform with intention. Fresh off their activities in Cambodia, the group has drawn widespread attention for two key moves: a heartfelt charity encore concert and their new role as endorsers for AION CAMBODIA. Together, these moments have gained extensive coverage from major local television networks and press outlets, further solidifying NCHIVE’s status as a representative K-Pop artist i

As 2026 begins, the final echoes of 2025’s most defining global music moments are still resonating, and few were as monumental as G-DRAGON’s “Übermensch” world tour. Concluding with a grand encore in Seoul this past December, the tour now stands as one of the most significant artistic and cultural achievements to close out the year, solidifying G-DRAGON’s place not only as a pioneer of K-pop, but as a once-in-a-generation global icon. Spanning 39 performances across 17 cities

December 11, 2025 marked a defining moment for the global electronic music landscape as Pacific Music Group officially unveiled Ghostone Records, its electronic and dance music imprint designed to elevate Pan Asian talent on an international scale. Founded by an influential collective that includes NE YO, Sonu Nigam, MC Jin, and veteran music executive Jonathan Serbin, Pacific Music Group’s expansion into electronic music signaled a deliberate move toward shaping the future o

If you’ve never heard of Singles’ Day, think of it as the world’s biggest “treat yourself” holiday. Originating in China on November 11th (11/11), a date made up of “ones” to represent individuality, it has become a day for singles to celebrate themselves through shopping sprees, gifts, and fun with friends. In South Korea, the day is marked with sweet gestures like “pepero” day, where friends share slim, stick-shaped cookies covered in chocolate, a delicious nod to the “1” t

Chart-topping global pop group BINI have made a spectacular return with their radiant new single, “First Luv.” BINI, an eight-member Filipino girl group consisting of talented artists Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, first burst onto the music scene in 2021 with their energetic debut single, “Born to Win.” Since then, they have captured the hearts and admiration of fans not only in the Philippines but across the globe, thanks to their unique sound,

Los Angeles is about to come alive on Friday, December 5, 2025, when the Intuit Dome in Inglewood (3930 W Century Blvd.) transforms into a dazzling world of music and lights for iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2025 Presented by Capital One. From the moment doors open at 7:30 p.m., fans will feel the electric buzz in the air—neon lights glowing, banners waving, and lightsticks ready to pulse in unison. Every step inside the arena will feel like entering a celebration o

The global rise of Filipino pop (P-pop) continues — and leading the charge is none other than BINI. The powerhouse girl group is set to make history as the first Filipino act to perform at Coachella Music Festival 2026, joining an international lineup that includes Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G. The iconic festival will take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, across two weekends — April 10–12 and April 17–19, 2026.