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• AOMG Successfully Kicks Off 'Follow The Movement' Tour In Time Square

  AOMG combatted the cold April weather with a heart-pumping, energetic, and hyped performance at the New York City stop of their "Follow The Movement" 2016 tour. Check out our recap of the show.

  April 10, 2016 10:04 AM EDT

• Cube Entertainment Assures Hyunseung Is Not Leaving BEAST

  Another official statement from Cube Entertainment reassures that BEAST member Hyunseung is staying in the group.

  March 21, 2016 09:03 PM EDT

• Korean Stars Spotted At Big Bang's MADE Tour Finale In Seoul

  Were some of your favorite stars in attendance as Big Bang wrapped up their record-breaking MADE Tour this past weekend?

  March 08, 2016 11:03 AM EST

• Tablo's Hip-Hop Influence Shows On New Lee Hi Album With Featured Artists Mino, Dok2 And Incredivle

  After three years, Lee Hi will finally be making her return accompanied by a number of well-known Korean hip-hop artists.

  March 08, 2016 11:03 AM EST

• Best Music Videos Of February 2016

  Check out K-pop's finest music video offerings from the past month. As we take the first steps into the month of March, let's take a look back on some of the best music videos from February! Winner - "Baby Baby," "I'm Young" WINNER's long awaited comeback certainly did not disappoint fans.

  March 05, 2016 02:03 PM EST

• NCT Takes SM Entertainment's Hallyu Strategy To The Next Level

  Despite past troubles with foreign artists, SM Entertainment proves why the push forward with multi-dimensional new group NCT is crucial to their development plan.

  February 29, 2016 09:02 AM EST

• Chen Shares Which EXO Members Are Most Popular In China And Korea

  We all know the members of EXO are incredibly popular at home and abroad, but which members top the list in China and Korea?

  February 29, 2016 09:02 AM EST

• Chen Opens Up About EXO's Superpower Debut Concept

  Even after four years, the group's original concept has not been forgetten by fans. Find out what one member has to say about the whole thing.

  February 28, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• Rappers Dok And The Quiett Confirmed As 'Show Me The Money 5' Producer-Judges

  Mnet has announced the K-hip-hop stars of Illionaire Records as the first producer-judges for the rap survival show's upcoming season.

  February 22, 2016 01:02 PM EST

• SHINee's Taemin Releases Captivating Music Video For 'Press Your Number'

  The K-pop idol is back as a soloist with a Hollywood-style movie-like music video for his new single.

  February 22, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• LISTEN NOW: New K-Pop Releases For The Weekend

  Check out some hot K-pop and K-hip hop tracks from the last week that you may have missed. Looking for some new music to spice up your weekend? Check out some K-pop releases this past week that you might've missed: AOA Cream - "I'm Jelly Baby" AOA's new sub-unit are a group no one should mess with.

  February 20, 2016 09:02 PM EST

• EXO's Kai Teaches Korean Millennials Financial Responsibility In 6-Part Web Series

  In 'Choco Bank,' the K-pop star makes his acting debut while educating young viewers about managing finances.

  February 16, 2016 02:02 PM EST

• Seventeen Join Recent Rush Of K-Pop Groups Naming Official Fan Clubs

  Seventeen revealed the name of their fan club at a special Valentine's Day concert, following similar announcements from f(x), April and Cross Gene.

  February 16, 2016 01:02 PM EST

• Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards Voting System Manipulation Launches Battle Between EXO And Big Bang Fans

  Fans of the two K-pop acts continue to clash over alleged manipulation of popularity chart votes. Gaon, Korean's premier music charting source, is investigating alleged vote rigging for their upcoming Gaon Chart K-pop Awards.

  February 15, 2016 04:02 PM EST

• Valentine's Day K-Pop Songs For All Relationship Stages

  Not everyone is single or dating and we've put together the perfect playlist for everyone this Valentine's Day to show it.

  February 14, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• Behind The Scenes: How K-Pop Music Videos Are Made

  Go behind the scenes with the production team that are likely responsible for some of your favorite K-pop music videos.

  February 11, 2016 01:02 PM EST

• BTS's Manager Sings Alongside Members Jimin And Jungkook

  The three participated in KBS's Lunar New Year special 'Idol and Family National Singing Competition' and sang a Cho Yong Pil cover.

  February 10, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• Cousin Of WINNER Rapper And 'Show Me The Money' Alum Mino Joins Season 5 Lineup

  Song Gunhee (otherwise known as #Gun from 'No.Mercy') will try his hand at another competition program with this season's 'Show Me the Money 5.'

  February 09, 2016 11:02 AM EST

• 6 EXO B-Side Tracks To Check Out Before The EXO'luXion Tour Hits North America

  Less than a week away from one of the most highly anticipated K-pop concert tours of the year, and we are here to get you ready to squee!

  February 06, 2016 04:02 PM EST

• EXO's Kai Reveals His Unusual Way To Stay Comfortable On The Set Of 'Choco Bank'

  The idol said he was nervous make his acting debut, and had a great way to keep warm on set. EXO's Kai is already well known for his impressive dancing abilities and his singing and rapping style in the group, but what does the popular boy band member have to say about acting? On February 4, Kai shared his thoughts on the differences between singing and acting at the premier screening of Choco Bank, the web drama where he is making his acting debut.

  February 06, 2016 04:02 PM EST

• Big Bang To Hit 8 Chinese Cities Next Month For 2nd MADE Tour Circuit

  Not all of their 'MADE' series singles had been released during the group's 2015 tour of the country.

  February 05, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• Block B Announce Preparations For 1st Group Comeback In Over A Year And A Half

  Seven Seasons confirmed that the group members are working on a new album and aim to return sometime in March.

  February 05, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• WINNER Rapper Mino Discusses Meaning Behind 'Shedding His YG Label'

  WINNER's Song Mino explains his place at YG Entertainment after his appearance on Mnet's 'Show Me The Money 4.'

  February 03, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• Jack Black Appeared On 'Infinite Challenge' For How Much?

  American actor Jack Black made a surprising appearance on Korea's 'Infinite Challenge' for an even more surprising amount of money!

  February 03, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• 5 January K-Pop Releases To Get You Energized

  We dug through all the beautiful ballads released this past month to find you five gems sure to get you on your feet and dancing.

  February 02, 2016 07:02 PM EST

• WINNER's Nam Taehyun Admits The Truth About His Solo Track 'I'm Young'

  The WINNER vocalist shared thoughts on his recently released solo track "I'm Young," including how he didn't want it released at all!

  February 02, 2016 12:02 PM EST

• Did iKON's G-Friend Parody Go Too Far?

  Fans are making accusations that iKON's Jinhwan recently mocked G-Friend at iKON's Seoul concert have come to light.

  February 02, 2016 11:02 AM EST

• Does IMFACT's 'Lollipop' Debut Measure Up To Other K-Pop Sweet Treats? [POLL]

  Rookie group IMFACT has made their debut with "Lollipop." But with so many other K-pop candy related tracks out there, how IMFACT sweet song compare?

  January 30, 2016 07:01 PM EST

• Zico Says Crazed Fan's Home Invasion Attempt Caused Him To Move

  Fans of Block B's Zico have gotten so obsessed that they even caused him to change apartments. Rapper and Block B leader Zico has shared more insight on his over-obsessed fans.

  January 29, 2016 11:01 AM EST

• 'Show Me The Money' Plans U.S. Auditions For Season 5 Contestants

  Mnet's rap competition program will expand its audience and talent base by expanding auditions to the United States for the new season.

  January 28, 2016 10:01 AM EST