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  Yena unveils stunning visuals for her new album “Good Morning”

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  Yena teased her comeback on social media, announcing her new album 'Good Morning' set to release on January 15. She shared captivating concept photos on December 26-27, hinting at a mature musical direction. The tracklist will be revealed on January 4, with the music teaser following on January 8.

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  Jennie establishes own agency after renewing her contract with YG Entertainment

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  Jennie of Blackpink announced the establishment of her solo venture, OA, through an Instagram post on December 24th. Expressing gratitude for the support received in 2023, she looks forward to her solo journey in 2024 with OA and reassures continued commitment to BLACKPINK. The past year marked significant milestones for Jennie, including her acting debut in 'The Idol' and Blackpink's return to Coachella and completion of the Born Pink World Tour. The recent contract renewal with YG...

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  SBS faces criticism following several incidents during the SBS Gayo Daejeon

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  On December 25, SBS hosted its annual music festival featuring top groups. However, controversies emerged, including a security breach on the red carpet targeting Aespa's Winter, disappointing camera work during the ceremony, and incidents like WayV's Ten falling off the stage and a simultaneous song mishap during Stray Kids' performance. Fans praised the professionalism of artists but expressed discontent with the festival's organization. Despite the challenges, the event showcased memorable...

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  JooE clarifies that Momoland has not disbanded, and they still have plans together

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  Momoland's JooE addressed rumors of the group's disbandment on E Channel's "Playing Sisters." She clarified that Momoland hasn't disbanded, and they have plans, including a fan meeting in Japan. Fans were surprised, as they believed the group had disbanded earlier. JooE also shared challenges faced during the group's inactivity, mentioning delayed salary payments and the impact of COVID-19 on their financial situation.

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  The Boyz’ Sunwoo hospitalized for Neuralgia and Neuritis

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  Sunwoo of The Boyz was recently diagnosed with Neuralgia and Neuritis following persistent pain in his shoulders and neck. Despite medical advice to minimize movement, Sunwoo expressed determination to be actively involved in the group's activities during their comeback. On December 11, his health deteriorated suddenly, leading to hospitalization. Sunwoo is currently undergoing treatment and will need at least one week of rest for recovery. Unfortunately, he won't be participating in the 2023...

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  ATEEZ' new album 'THE WORLD EP. FIN: WILL' breaks another personal record

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  Ateez achieved a milestone with their latest album, "The World EP.FIN: WILL," topping the Billboard 200 chart, surpassing Taylor Swift. This marks their fourth time accomplishing an amazing feat in 2023. Notably, they also secured the second spot on Britain's Official Albums Chart, making history as the first K-pop group to do so. The group expressed gratitude to their fans, Atiny, for the overwhelming support. Ateez, known for their journey from a small company, announced their fourth world...

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  Taeyeon shares her disappointment after an incident during her fan sign event

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  Girls' Generation member Taeyeon's fan sign event for her latest solo album "To.X" on December 8 took a distressing turn when a man disrupted the event by throwing the album at her while demanding her phone number. The incident, promptly halted by a bodyguard, left Taeyeon visibly saddened. Fans expressed their concern on social media, emphasizing the disrespectful nature of the disruption. Taeyeon's album "To.X" was released on November 27 and is still available on www.ipurple.eu.

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  Xikers announces their first European tour

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  Xikers, a 10-member boy group, announced their inaugural European tour set for January 2024. Debuting in March 2023 under KQ Entertainment, their rapid rise was evident when their debut album entered the Billboard 200 at 75 just two weeks after release. Following a successful tour in the USA, Xikers is gearing up for performances in seven European countries, including Italy, Germany, France, the UK, Spain, the Netherlands, and Poland. Stay tuned for ticket details, available at...

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  Itzy announced their new comeback for January

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  Itzy announces their much-anticipated comeback, 'Born to Be,' set to release on January 8th with ten tracks, including solo songs for each member. The title track, 'Untouchable,' leads the full album. Concurrently, Itzy revealed plans for a 2024 world tour starting in Seoul on February 24th and 25th, with Lia participating while seated due to health reasons. Pre-orders for 'Born to Be' are open on www.ipurple.eu.

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  iPurple’s kpop Advent Calendar 2023 has started

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  Hey K-pop fans! iPurple's Kpop Advent Calendar 2023 is here, starting with a chance to win Stray Kids' "樂-Star" album. Join the daily giveaways from December 1st to 24th on Instagram and TikTok at 10 am. Follow, like, and tag friends for a shot at K-pop and K-beauty prizes. Double your luck by participating on both platforms, and be quick for bonus entries. Don't miss out on this ultimate K-pop haul! 

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  Ateez discusses their fears during their debut and their personal goals

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  During the recent 'Ateez puppy interview,' the group expressed interest in a "genre vote" for fans to choose new music styles. Ateez highlighted the love of fans during tours, emphasizing the powerful connection despite language barriers. Wooyoung and Hongjoong share aspirations in clothing design, hinting at a potential future collaboration. The interview concludes with Hongjoong reflecting on overcoming challenges during their debut days, offering advice to embrace challenges, backed by the...

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  Bang Yedam demonstrates his musical growth in his debut solo album "Only One"

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  On November 23, Bang Yedam, formerly of Treasure, introduced his debut solo album, 'Only One.' Departing from Treasure in November 2022 to explore his roles as a composer and songwriter, he actively participated in producing the album. Yedam wrote, composed, and arranged all six songs, including the title track '하나만 해' ('Only One'). In an interview, he shared that the album draws inspiration from everyday experiences, with the title track embodying a personal mantra. Reflecting on his time...

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