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The latest Kpop news from the biggest artists and companies: BTS, Big Hit Entertainment, Red Velvet, SM Entertainment, Blackpink, YG Entertainment, TWICE, JYP Entertainment, GFriend, more.

Why I Didn’t Kill Myself After Spending 5 Hours at an EXO Kpop Concert

Paul Resnikoff

April 29, 2017

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EXO Perform at The Forum in Los Angeles on Friday Night. There wasn't an earplug that could save me from the hours of relentless, high-pitched screaming. I saw a girl crying in the presence of an EXO 'idol'.... Read More...

If Rap Monster Goes Solo, BTS ‘Trainees’ Could Keep the Group Alive

Paul Resnikoff

April 26, 2017

Rap Monster poses with the BTS supporting cast. It's the biggest threat that any successful group faces: the top guy going solo. Now, a 'trainee' program could give BTS' management the insurance plan it need... Read More...

Say Hello To Kpop's Next Big Star...Will Smith's Son, Jaden Smith?

Say Hello To Kpop’s Next Big Singing Sensation… Jaden Smith?

Daniel Sanchez

April 21, 2017

El Seven (CC by 2.0) Actor, rapper… and Kpop singer? Jaden Smith looks to fulfill his lifelong dream. It’s difficult to ignore Kpop’s success in the United States. Yesterday, BTS became the most-viewed Kpop... Read More...

BTS Beefing Up Security Following Ugly ARMY Incidents

Paul Resnikoff

April 19, 2017

BTS' V Running from fanatical 'ARMYs' at Seoul's Gimpo International Airport Are ARMYs getting completely out of control? BTS' management company is now adding extra security following a number of ugly incid... Read More...

GFriend Manager Blasted By Fans For ‘Inappropriate Touching’

Daniel Sanchez

April 18, 2017

Peter Rowlands (CC by 2.0) GFriend fans are attacking the group's manager. But is he just doing his job? In a radio interview a few days ago, GFriend members described their ideal type of guys. Eunha said ... Read More...

Big Bang, CL, BTS & Rap Monster Top the Chainsmokers Collaboration List

Paul Resnikoff

April 12, 2017

Turns out The Chainsmokers are huge Kpop fans. But who will they collaborate with? Now, it looks like it's down to Big Bang, CL, BTS, and Rap Monster. The Chainsmokers not only listen to Kpop, they absolut... Read More...

Are BTS ARMYs Too Cheap to Buy a Times Square Billboard?

Paul Resnikoff

April 10, 2017

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That's the taunt after EXO fans dropped millions on a splashy Times Square billboard. Can ARMYs match that spending power, or all they all talk? It was the ultimate statement by one of the most dedicated fa... Read More...

BTS Fans Finally Understand What It’s Like to be Plagiarized

Paul Resnikoff

April 5, 2017

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After weathering accusations from other Kpop fandom, BTS ARMYs are now experiencing what it's like to be plagiarized. But do they really deserve this? In the brutal world of Kpop fandom, maybe this is what ... Read More...

Kpop Group BTS Officially Changing Their Name to ‘BTX’

Paul Resnikoff

April 1, 2017

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Kpop superstars BTS will officially change their name to 'BTX,' according to a label statement. The unexpected announcement will be made to fans on Saturday in Anaheim, California. In a move that may genera... Read More...

Rap Monster’s Failed Solo Attempt Proves He’s Nothing Without BTS

Paul Resnikoff

March 28, 2017

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Justin Timberlake didn't need 'NSYNC anymore. But would Rap Monster be anything without BTS? Rap Monster is the biggest and most visible member of fast-rising group BTS. But does that mean he can venture i... Read More...

BTS Death Threat Update: Honda Center on Heightened Alert; Label Responds

Paul Resnikoff

March 27, 2017

Death threats against Kpop superstars BTS have now prompted heightened security measures at the Honda Center. The group is playing in just a few days but will not be canceling. Here's the latest. Please not... Read More...

BTS Battles More Plagiarism Charges as Rap Monster Confession Surfaces

Paul Resnikoff

March 26, 2017

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Kim Nam-joon, aka 'Rap Monster' (10Asia, CC by 3.0) Are Kpop superstars BTS plagiarizing their way to the top? That question is getting renewed attention following a confession by Rap Monster. BTS is now en... Read More...