Limitations on K-Pop’s Commitment to Sustainability
Although K-pop groups and fans promote progressive causes, the industry’s underlying consumerism counteract the push for sustainability.
Grammys Garner Criticism over BTS Snub
Discourse over the treatment of BTS at the Grammys reignites a larger conversation about the awards show’s exploitation of minority artists.
A Future for Virtual Concerts?
Although audiences still prefer live performances, South Korea’s entertainment industry will likely continue building on virtual concerts that were piloted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
K-Pop Rises to Social Advocacy
What might be prompting K-pop bands to engage in social activism on the global stage? One thought is that bands are shaped by their international fanbase.
Entertainment Companies Eye the Platform Industry
By jumping into the platform industry, music studios not only aim to become a global entertainment giant but also a competitive tech player.
What is Korean about K-pop?
The establishment of new bands modeled on K-pop’s style and regimen gives rise to the question on what constitutes “authentic” K-pop.