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  The Korean Brand Research Institute Drops Brand Reputation Rankings for Korean Singers in October

  Following data from September 24, 2020, and October 24, 2020, the Korean Brand Research Institute dropped their brand reputation rankings for Korean singers (including both soloists and groups) for the month of October. See who made the top 50 here!

  10.25.20 | 10:45PM EDT
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  K-Netizens Say an Indonesian Singer Plagiarized IU's MV for 'Above The Time'

  Korean netizens discovered an Indonesian music video that clearly plagiarized the MV of IU's "Above the Time."

  10.23.20 | 11:58PM EDT

• Here Are The Top 10 Most Popular K-Pop Songs For September According to the Gaon Digital Songs Ranking

  On October 9, Friday, the Gaon Chart released which digital singles garnered the most point within the month. The Gaon Chart is the most reputable and popular music hart in South Korea and is equivalent to the United States' Billboard charts. Want to know what were the top 10 most popular K-pop songs for September? Then keep on reading.

  10.09.20 | 7:48PM EDT
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  These 6 K-Pop Idols Originally Came From Poor Backgrounds

  Whenever we see idols, we see them in their best. We see the glitz and glamour of K-pop, with perfectly done make-up and expensive stage outfits. Despite how rich and luxurious these idols look, not every idol has grown up so comfortably. Here are six K-pop idols who came from poor backgrounds.

  10.06.20 | 8:00PM EDT
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  Here Are Some of The Most Controversial K-Pop Songs to Ever be Released

  While K-pop usually has a squeaky clean image, with no cursing and innocent lyrics, not all songs fit into that mold. Here are eight K-pop songs that were, and some still are, considered controversial.

  10.05.20 | 7:45PM EDT
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  Can You Guess Who These Idols Are From Their Baby Photos?

  While some of these idols still show great resemblance, others have outgrown their features. Can you guess these idols just from their baby photos?

  10.04.20 | 8:50PM EDT
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  Fans Speculate Taylor Swift and IU Collaboration Due to These Alleged Hints

  Will there be a collaboration between IU and Taylor Swift? On Wednesday, fans and netizens took out their speculations on various social media platforms, following alleged hints directing to possible collaboration between the two singers.

  10.01.20 | 9:36AM EDT
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  Here Are The Top 10 Korean Soloists With The Most Streams on Spotify

  Recently, data concerning K-pop groups and soloists was released concerning how many streams they have on Spotify. Here are the top 10 soloists with the most streams on Spotify, as well as the top three most-streamed songs. Want to know who they are? Keep on reading!

  09.29.20 | 8:05PM EDT

• Korean Netizens Select Their Favorite IU Song

  Korean netizens on an online community forum voted on which IU song is their favorite. Want to know what they chose? Then keep on reading!

  09.28.20 | 8:58PM EDT
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  These 7 Korean Idols Look Regal in Their Hanboks

  You must have seen actors wearing the hanbok in period dramas and historical portrayals. K-Pop idols too, have worn the hanbok on several special occasions and they looked absolutely wonderful in doing so. Here are some of our favourite idols that have perfected the hanbok look.

  09.29.20 | 2:29AM EDT
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  Here Are The Top 10 Most Popular Korean Artists For September

  The Korean Business Research Institute has announced its brand reputation rankings for Korean artists for the month of September. To determine which groups and soloists made it to the list, they analyzed consumer participation, community awareness, and news coverage.

  09.27.20 | 10:40PM EDT
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  K-Netizens Select Which Greek Deities Suit These K-Pop Idols

  Korean netizens on an online community forum discussed which idols would suit which Greek god or goddess. See who they chose here!

  09.27.20 | 9:44PM EDT
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  These Are The Top 10 Visual Queens in K-Pop for 2020, According to Fans

  Fans selected who they believe are K-pop's visual queens for the year 2020 through King's Choice. Wanna know who made it to the TOP 10? Read on!

  09.26.20 | 12:07AM EDT
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  These Idols in Their Late 20s & 30s Could Pass Off As High Schoolers [Updated 2022]

  Though they are in their late 20s and early-to-mid 30s, you can never tell due to how youthful they look. Here are seven idols who could easily pass off as high schoolers despite their age!#EXO #EXOXiumin #EXOBaekhyun #Xiumin #Baekhyun #IU #Sandara #SandaraPark #DARA #BTSJin #BTS #Jin #Seokjin

  06.07.22 | 11:17PM EDT
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  Here Are The 10 Most Streamed Female Korean Acts on Spotify for September

  Wanna know which Korean female act (soloists and groups) are gaining the most streams on Spotify for the month of September? Then keep on reading!

  09.24.20 | 9:47PM EDT
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  5 Times Idols Win Against Haters With These Comebacks

  Often, right after debut, artists are met with immense amounts of hate. At that time, low self-esteem can let haters walk all over them. However, not all idols hold back. Here is a list of the times idols coolly gave the best comeback ever to their haters.

  09.24.20 | 9:41PM EDT
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  5 Unforgettable Times K-Pop Idols Met With Rude Fans

  Part of idols' jobs is making fans happy and keeping them happy. This translates to interactions during fan meets, concerts, or sometimes when idols are out and about for their own private business. While most fans are thrilled to be meeting their idols and just the happiest they can be, others, not so much.

  09.24.20 | 10:44PM EDT
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  Here Are 8 Young and Rich Female Idols Who Earned Enough Money for Life

  It is many people's dream to make a lot of money young and be able to live the rest of their lives comfortably. While most teens need to rely on the allowances given to them by their parents, these idols have pulled in the dough through promotional activities, advertisements, dramas, and movies.

  09.23.20 | 10:21PM EDT
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  These 5 K-Pop Idols Own Customised Microphones That Perfectly Fit Their Personality

  Many idols have customized microphones that are unique to them and represent their brand. Even though they're established names, it makes their brand even more distinct. A microphone is the extension of an artists' personality when it is customized according to the artist.

  09.24.20 | 1:29AM EDT
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  Here Are The Top 10 Girl Groups With The Most Music Show Wins

  Whenever a group has a comeback, it is a goal to snag a music show win, as it shows the song was a success domestically. Here are the 10 girl groups with the most music show wins in South Korean history.

  09.21.20 | 10:49PM EDT