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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Chan-hyuk wins three awards at the Korean Popular Music Awards; folk punk band Chudaehyechagis wins Album of the Year

Lee Chan-hyuk of AKMU won three prestigious awards at the 23rd Korean Popular Music Awards, while folk punk band Chudaehyechagis took home the Album of the Year award for their sophomore album 'Minorities.'

Feb 27 โ€ข 01:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rock in Rio announces shows by Alok and South Korean Hwasa on the Mundo stage

Rock in Rio revealed additional acts for its Mundo stage, featuring DJ Alok and South Korean singer Hwasa on September 11.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Korean culture is enjoyed with Kpop Fest: here are the dates and activities of the festival

The Kpop Fest in Guayaquil is set for March 5-8, featuring music performances, dance contests, and themed activities celebrating Kpop and Korean culture.

Feb 26 โ€ข 23:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

The K-Pop group NMIXX closes the third night of Viรฑa del Mar 2026 and receives Silver and Gold Gaviota

The K-Pop group NMIXX made history at the Viรฑa del Mar 2026 festival by becoming the first Korean music act to perform and winning two awards.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Panic and Kim Jin-pyo Return for Their Comeback Concert After 20 Years

The South Korean duo Panic, known for hits like 'Left-Handed' and 'Snail', is reuniting for a concert after 20 years, set to take place in April 2024.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Lee Hae-in and Cha Jun-hwan showcase Korean culture at figure skating gala in Milan

Korean figure skaters Lee Hae-in and Cha Jun-hwan performed at a gala in Milan, incorporating elements of traditional Korean music and modern K-pop into their routines.

Feb 22 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

โ€œMy Mother Would Have Been Moved Tooโ€... Cha Jun-hwan Receives Thanks from Daughter of Original Singer of Free Skating Music

Cha Jun-hwan, a South Korean figure skater, changed his free skating program song to 'Balada para un Loco' before the 2026 Winter Olympics, receiving thanks from the daughter of the song's original artist.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Children Embracing Pain through Traditional Korean Music Become Cheongdo 'Pungnyu'

Children from Cheongdo, who excelled in traditional Korean music competitions, have grown into accomplished artists, shaping their hometown into a cultural hub.

Feb 17 โ€ข 02:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Rose documentary shows how the band left K-pop and reached the biggest music festivals

The Rose, a leading South Korean indie rock band, transitions from busking in Seoul to major festivals, highlighted in a new documentary.

Feb 12 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

South Korean pop stars are being stripped. A new law will protect them from artificial intelligence

South Korean pop idols are increasingly targeted by fake nude photos created with artificial intelligence, leading to the government's introduction of a new law to combat this issue.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

K-Pop No, K-Bhakti! Korean Singer Sang Shiva Tandav Stotra, Local Fans Go Crazy

K-Pop singer AOORA has created a buzz by performing a rendition of the Shiva Tandav Stotra in a new musical style, blending it with electronic dance music.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Minister Choi Hwi-young: 'Pursuing a Global K-Pop Festival by the End of 2027'

The South Korean government is planning a large-scale K-pop festival by the end of 2027, involving all domestic entertainment agencies.

Feb 12 โ€ข 05:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Too much light, show at the Arch from 6 PM. Between 'Pins mania' and Korean dresses

The evening light and music show at the Arch of Peace in Milan has shifted to start at 6 PM to enhance the visual experience after dark.

Feb 11 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"In the Year After Next, My 50-Year Conducting Life... I Will Definitely Challenge the 'Pyongyang Concert'"

Renowned conductor Kim Hong-jae expresses his desire to conduct a concert titled 'Melody of Peace' in Pyongyang in 2028 as part of his mission for reconciliation through music.

Feb 8 โ€ข 09:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
World

Korean Pop has come to stay

K-Pop sensation 'Stray Kids' is taking the world by storm with their stadium-filling tour, and a new concert documentary reveals insights behind the scenes, particularly focusing on the band member Felix Lee's contrasting appearance and voice.

Feb 7 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

North Korea 'executing schoolchildren for watching Squid Game', says charity

Amnesty International reports that North Korea is executing schoolchildren for watching shows like 'Squid Game' and for listening to South Korean music.

Feb 6 โ€ข 21:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

The Dangerous 'K-Travel' Obsession is Becoming a 'Silent Killer' for Children

The article discusses how the K-Culture trend, particularly through mobile screens and Korean music, has transformed into a dangerous obsession for children in India, impacting families negatively.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

The return of BTS: music, tradition, and a free concert in Seoul that will be streamed on Netflix

South Korean group BTS will return to the stage on March 21 in Seoul with a free show featuring music intertwined with traditional Korean elements, expected to draw around 15,000 spectators and many more fans outside the venue.

Feb 5 โ€ข 01:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

BTS will broadcast their return live on Netflix: when and what time to watch it in Argentina

BTS, the world's most famous South Korean pop band, will be making a live return on Netflix after almost four years apart due to mandatory military service, with more details on their upcoming shows in Argentina expected soon.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Who are BTS, the Korean pop band that fascinates young people

The South Korean group BTS has confirmed two concerts in Buenos Aires for October, showcasing new material after completing mandatory military service in their home country.

Feb 2 โ€ข 17:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

South Korean President congratulates 'Demon Hunters' after Grammy win: 'They made history in K-Pop'

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung praised the Grammy win for the song 'Golden' from 'K-pop Demon Hunters', marking a significant achievement for the K-Pop industry.

Feb 2 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

How 'APT.' Was Created, a Hit That Could Give a K-Pop Artist Their First Grammy

Rosรฉ, the main vocalist of K-pop group Blackpink, made history with three Grammy nominations for her song 'APT.', which could make her the first South Korean pop artist to win a Grammy.

Feb 2 โ€ข 00:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

The leaders of Japan and South Korea strengthen ties by playing K-pop songs on the drums

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung bonded over drumming to K-pop songs as a unique form of diplomacy.

Jan 14 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

"It was a bit awkward at first": when the South Korean and Japanese leaders play drums together to K-pop music

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi engaged in a musical moment playing drums together to K-pop music during a diplomatic summit in Nara, Japan.

Jan 14 โ€ข 07:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

K-pop: the group BTS announces to start their world tour in April, two dates scheduled at the Stade de France

BTS, the biggest South Korean music group, will begin their world tour in April with two performances scheduled at the Stade de France, following a break for mandatory military service.

Jan 14 โ€ข 03:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

BTS on World Tour: all the dates of the world's most famous Korean band

The highly anticipated return of BTS for their 2026-2027 world tour has caused their official website to crash upon announcement, revealing the immense excitement from fans after four years away from live performances.

Jan 13 โ€ข 18:36 UTC

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