[Opinion] The Lurking Legend of K-Pop
Korean popular music, shows, and movie are making waves around the world with the help of fans and large platforms in the U.S. Korean stars have appeared...
[Opinion] M Countdown’s Change Is a Step in the Right Direction
The changes implemented by Mnet to their music show M Countdown is a step in the right direction. However, it is just one temporary solution for the...
[Opinion] Where “Plane Bae” and K-Pop Fandoms Meet: Fanfiction
"Plane Bae" and K-Pop fanfiction are the same: entertaining yet absolutely problematic.
Earlier this month a Rosey Blair, an actress, photographer, and writer boarded a flight from New...
[Opinion] The Definition of What a Successful K-Pop Group Is Has Evolved
In 2018 especially, the definition of what it means to be a successful K-pop group or artist has evolved to include the western music market. However, with...
[Opinion] Is It Time for ‘Ai-Tainment’ and Celebrity AI?
The future is here whether you're ready for it or not.
Back in late June, SM Entertainment teamed up with ObEN, an artificial intelligence company that uses technology...
[Opinion] Ya’ Faves Don’t Need to Come to the U.S. to Prove Their Significance
The Bangtan Boys, also known as BTS, have arguably had the best U.S. television and stage debut in K-pop history during a whirlwind week in November. But,...
[Opinion] Freezing Real-Time Charts Has Been an Eye-Opener
Once the Gaon Chart Policy Commission implemented a new policy that freezes real-time streaming charts overnight, it revealed the significance of those hours for idol fandoms.
BLACKPINK's comeback...