Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Boy band EXO to embark on sixth concert tour

Boy band EXO will embark on its sixth concert tour for its eighth full-length album “Reverxe.”

2026-01-28

82Major embraces Seoul's mix of old and new as boy band kicks off 'Bebeom: Be the Tiger' world tour

K-pop group 82Major kicked off its tour in Seoul with a mix of traditional Korean visuals and modern music, highlighting their unique identity and engaging fan interaction, before heading to international destinations.

2026-01-26

NCT's Jeno and Jaemin to form new unit with debut album release on Feb. 23

Boy band NCT’s Jeno and Jaemin will make their debut as a new unit, NCT JNJM, with an album on Feb. 23. The unit’s first EP “Both Sides,” features six tracks, according to agency SM Entertainment.

2026-01-26

SM Entertainment announces plans for new boy band, AI recommendations in 2026 road map

SM Entertainment will debut a new boy band this year to follow in the footsteps of Riize, NCT and EXO, while also actively implementing AI in its music production system.

2026-01-20

EXO to open pop-up store for upcoming album 'Reverxe'

Boy band EXO is set to open a pop-up store to celebrate the upcoming release of its eighth full-length album, its agency SM Entertainment said on Tuesday.

2026-01-13

BoA concludes 25 years with SM Entertainment, chooses not to renew contract

Singer BoA will not be renewing her contract with SM Entertainment, the agency said Monday.

2026-01-12

Singer Taeyeon renews her contract with SM Entertainment to continue 19-year journey together

Singer Taeyeon of Girls' Generation renewed her contract with SM Entertainment, continuing her journey with the K-pop agency for the 19th year.

2026-01-09

New year, new opportunity for K-pop in China in 2026?

In the fall of 2025, it seemed only a matter of time before K-pop found its way back to mainland China — until it became clear that hopes had risen too soon. Now, optimism is resurfacing, albeit cautiously.

2026-01-01

SM Entertainment’s audition site wins two grand prizes at Web Award Korea

SM Entertainment’s official audition website won two accolades at the annual Web Award Korea this year, the agency said Friday.

2025-12-19

Boy band NCT's Taeyong to kick off second solo tour in January 2026

Boy band NCT member Taeyong will kick off his solo concert tour titled “TY Track - Remastered” in January next year, SM Entertainment said on Tuesday.

2025-12-16