The Politics of Idols Leaving to Study
There are plenty of idol group members that attend school while promoting in their groups. However, the idol lifestyle is extremely busy, and idols mos…
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5 Myths about A Pink Debunked at the Pink Memory Tour in San Francisco
A Pink made its third stop in the North American leg of the Pink Memory Tour in San Francisco on January 8th. In front of a couple hundred fans, the si…
MBC Gayo Daejejun Ends 2015 on a High Note
There are heavy pros and cons for being the last major show to close out the year. On one hand, the network can learn from the mistakes of its predeces…
The Hits and Misses of KBS Gayo Daechukjae 2015
Watching the annual music festivals that take place at the end of the year is something of a crap shoot. You don't know what to expect, but generally o…
For Your Viewing Pleasure: Dressed in White
Welcome back to For Your Viewing Pleasure, where we take time out of the week to curate a set of recent photos from the K-pop sphere. In this editio…
The State of K-Pop Girl Group Play, 2015 — Part 1
If there is one thing a year-long hiatus from actively following any form of girl group activity teaches you, it is how the business is constantly in a…
The 2015 Melon Music Awards: Awards, Performances, and Fans
Held in Seoul, the 2015 Melon Music Awards kicked off the end of year awards show season on November 7. Actor Seo Kang-joon was the main MC this year f…
From Head to Toe: The Power of Foreheads and Eye Smiles
We all know that K-pop stars are expected to meet rigid beauty ideals, such as having large double-lidded eyes, pale skin and a slim build. For idols, …
Classic and Contemporary Cuteness in A Pink’s “Petal”
On August 4th, pixie girl group A Pink treated their devoted fans to a special treat via their official YouTube channel; in celebration of the success …
A Pink’s “Remember” Is Eye Candy but Not an Earworm
In the ongoing “battle” of girl groups this summer, A Pink’s comeback was one that racked up a considerable amount of expectation. Not only were their…