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Jeff BenjaminAward-winning journalist and columnist focused on K-pop and international pop music crossover to the U.S.

'KPop' Finally Wins at the Grammys: Zooming in on 'Golden'
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'KPop' Finally Wins at the Grammys: Zooming in on 'Golden'

Plus, Rosé, KATSEYE, BTS, Tame Impala, ZEROBASEONE, Christina Perri, SEVENTEEN, MeloMance and more.

Feb 2, 2026
Best K-Pop Songs of January 2026: ENHYPEN, KiiiKiii, i-dle, LNGSHOT, idntt, Billlie, ZEROBASEONE, Inseong, KATSEYE, XG & More
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Best K-Pop Songs of January 2026: ENHYPEN, KiiiKiii, i-dle, LNGSHOT, idntt, Billlie, ZEROBASEONE, Inseong, KATSEYE, XG & More

I whittled down the best K-pop for you with playlists on whatever platform you use.

Jan 31, 2026
25 Songs That Explain My 2025
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25 Songs That Explain My 2025

What's been going on and what we're doing in 2026

Jan 30, 2026
The K-Pop Releases With the Best Chances at the 2026 Grammys
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The K-Pop Releases With the Best Chances at the 2026 Grammys

As a fun feature, here are my picks for K-pop's best bets to get nominations at the upcoming 68th Annual Grammy Awards.

Aug 29, 2025
IVE's 4th EP 'IVE SECRET' Physical Albums Are Available in America: How to Support
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IVE's 4th EP 'IVE SECRET' Physical Albums Are Available in America: How to Support

The Starship Entertainment and Columbia Records girl group is finally getting their records in U.S. stores like Amazon, Target and more. Get details now.

Aug 19, 2025
What K-Pop Can Learn From TWICE’s Chart Success With 'Strategy'; Plus, Demon Hunters at the Movies
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What K-Pop Can Learn From TWICE’s Chart Success With 'Strategy'; Plus, Demon Hunters at the Movies

This newsletter talks BTS, Lisa, Savan Kotecha, Monsta X, Manny Jacinto, i-dle, Drew Barrymore, NCT, Kenshi Yonezu, KCON, Megan Thee Stallion, AMPERS&ONE and more.

Aug 12, 2025
A 'Golden' Number One for 'KPop Demon Hunters'; CORTIS and idntt Debut; This Week's Release Calendar
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A 'Golden' Number One for 'KPop Demon Hunters'; CORTIS and idntt Debut; This Week's Release Calendar

This newsletter talks Stray Kids, Pabllo Vittar, KATSEYE, G-Dragon, KCON, ENHYPEN, ATEEZ, INI, TWICE, EJAE, Kendrick Lamar, SZA, and more, but first...

Aug 11, 2025
11 Most Surprising Stats in Billboard's 'K-Pop Fandom in the US' Report; Plus, Coke Zero Taps BTS' V, Colgate for IU
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11 Most Surprising Stats in Billboard's 'K-Pop Fandom in the US' Report; Plus, Coke Zero Taps BTS' V, Colgate for IU

This newsletter talks 'KPop Demon Hunters,' BLACKPINK, Luminate, KATSEYE, Jarred Jermaine, Jeon Somi, Netflix, ILLIT, Lollapalooza, BLITZERS, F1 and more, but first...

Jul 31, 2025
MBW's Mess With HYBE & TAG; Pinkpantheress' New K-Pop Collab; Stray Kids Tracklist; SEVENTEEN Tour
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MBW's Mess With HYBE & TAG; Pinkpantheress' New K-Pop Collab; Stray Kids Tracklist; SEVENTEEN Tour

This newsletter talks 'KPop Demon Hunters,' BLACKPINK's Lisa and Rosé, Trump tariffs, BTS, aespa, Calvin Klein underwear, TWICE, Omega X, 1VERSE and more, but first...

Jul 29, 2025
VIVIZ Add 17 North America Dates Across U.S. and Canada on World Tour in Forbes Exclusive
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VIVIZ Add 17 North America Dates Across U.S. and Canada on World Tour in Forbes Exclusive

After reuniting with their original girl group GFriend earlier this year, VIVIZ's Eunha, SinB and Umji returned with a full-length album and expanding global trek.

Jul 28, 2025
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Kaylee Becomes 2nd Member to Exit JYP USA Girl Group VCHA
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Kaylee Becomes 2nd Member to Exit JYP USA Girl Group VCHA

Before the 15-year-old left the group, JYP USA entered a legal battle with another former member KG.

Jul 15, 2025
BLACKPINK Return Stateside; JYP USA's VCHA Loses Another Member; KPop Demon Hunters Slays Again
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BLACKPINK Return Stateside; JYP USA's VCHA Loses Another Member; KPop Demon Hunters Slays Again

This newsletter talks BTS' RM, Suga, Jin, Diplo, Squid Game, aespa, MAX, ATEEZ's San, Ralph Lauren, ENHYPEN's Jay, Kevin Woo, Japanese Breakfast, and more, but first...

Jul 14, 2025
BLACKPINK Jump to New U.S. Label Distribution, PR Representation
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BLACKPINK Jump to New U.S. Label Distribution, PR Representation

New single "JUMP" was supported by Sony's indie arm The Orchard as well as Full Coverage Communications, the same publicity team for BTS, TXT, Fleetwood Mac and more.

Jul 12, 2025
K-Pop's Big 4 Legal Matters & Stock Projections: HYBE, SM, YG and JYP Entertainment
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K-Pop's Big 4 Legal Matters & Stock Projections: HYBE, SM, YG and JYP Entertainment

CNBC talked to Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley about their prospects for the major Korean-entertainment companies as U.S. and Korean outlets report on their ongoing legal matters.

Jul 12, 2025
BLACKPINK, TWICE, ATEEZ vs. Bieber; K-Pop's Big 4 Legal Matters & Stock Thoughts; New BLACKPINK Reps
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BLACKPINK, TWICE, ATEEZ vs. Bieber; K-Pop's Big 4 Legal Matters & Stock Thoughts; New BLACKPINK Reps

This newsletter touches on 'Kpop Demon Hunters,' BTS, Diplo, Tomorrow X Together, JVKE, EVNNE, Daddy Yankee, Wonho, Post Malone, SEVENTEEN, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and more, but first...

Jul 11, 2025
Insight Into How Several HYBE Artists Joined the Recording Academy's Class of 2025
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Insight Into How Several HYBE Artists Joined the Recording Academy's Class of 2025

The Head of Global Communications said it was part of "very strategic initiatives."

Jul 11, 2025
Crossover Ready: 'Killin' It Girl' by J-Hope featuring GloRilla

Crossover Ready: 'Killin' It Girl' by J-Hope featuring GloRilla

In the BTS star's string of English singles this year, this GloRilla collab finally gives j-hope his biggest boost for bigger recognition.

Jun 16, 2025
Crossover Ready: 'Lemon Drop' by ATEEZ
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Crossover Ready: 'Lemon Drop' by ATEEZ

The group's smoothest, coolest record yet is the perfect amount of refreshing as we dive into summer.

Jun 13, 2025
HYBE’s Elusive Producers Speak: Pdogg, Slow Rabbit, and More on the Future of BTS and K-Pop - Rolling Stone Exclusive

HYBE’s Elusive Producers Speak: Pdogg, Slow Rabbit, and More on the Future of BTS and K-Pop - Rolling Stone Exclusive

For this exclusive story weeks in the making, pull back the curtain on some of the musical masterminds helping shape BTS' music and the future of K-pop at large

Jun 11, 2025
Head in the Clouds' Media Mishaps; BTS Back and Forth; KATSEYE Remixes; ENHYPEN Returns
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Head in the Clouds' Media Mishaps; BTS Back and Forth; KATSEYE Remixes; ENHYPEN Returns

This newsletter touches on G-Dragon, J-Hope, Jennie, Rihanna, Jackson Wang, Ice Spice, Eric Nam, Martha Stewart, Stray Kids, John Cena, Ana Bárbara, The New York Mets and more, but first...

Jun 6, 2025
ARTMS' 'Club Icarus' Physical Albums Are Available in America: How to Support
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ARTMS' 'Club Icarus' Physical Albums Are Available in America: How to Support

The five former LOONA members are finally getting their records in U.S. stores like Amazon, Target, Barnes & Noble and more. Get details on deals now.

Jun 5, 2025
BLACKPINK's Almost Back...So Why Are Fans Worried?
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BLACKPINK's Almost Back...So Why Are Fans Worried?

This newsletter discusses YG Entertainment's Yang Hyunsuk, Pharrell Williams, SEVENTEEN, 2NE1, Scooter Braun, TREASURE, Timbaland, BABYMONSTER, CL, and more.

May 26, 2025
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Friday Crossover Cuts; Felix Slays at Louis Vuitton Cruise; Are U Down With Labubu?
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Friday Crossover Cuts; Felix Slays at Louis Vuitton Cruise; Are U Down With Labubu?

This newsletter discusses Jay Park, Jeon Somi, Rihanna, dearALICE, gamma. and more.

May 23, 2025
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US Producer MZMC Debuts VVS; BTS Jin's 'Echo' Reviews; Plus, the Cute Cat Shadow Trend
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US Producer MZMC Debuts VVS; BTS Jin's 'Echo' Reviews; Plus, the Cute Cat Shadow Trend

This newsletter touches on SEVENTEEN, Lil' Kim, TWICE, The Vamps, Hongjoong, Ciara, CJ Foods, Cardi B, and more. But first, a dive into a new group crafted by an Italian-American expat...

May 19, 2025
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Behind the Screens With PLAVE, K-Pop’s Biggest Completely Virtual Band Yet - Billboard Exclusive
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Behind the Screens With PLAVE, K-Pop’s Biggest Completely Virtual Band Yet - Billboard Exclusive

A story months in the making, mega-selling virtual boy band PLAVE is proving that virtual artists can impact mainstream K-pop — and want to go further. More thoughts inside.

May 15, 2025
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