Julia Kim
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Amid Corporate Clash, BTS and NewJeans Caught in Crossfire: Analysis from Industry Insiders
The dispute between Hybe and its label Ador has ignited debates across the industry. 
The dispute between Hybe and its label Ador has ignited debates across the industry. -
BTS and Taylor Swift's Music Returns to TikTok as Universal Music Group Settles Licensing Deal
After three months of halted service due to a breakdown in negotiations, music from artists under Universal Music Group (UMG), the world's largest music content company, is set to return to the video-sharing platform TikTok. UMG announced on April 2nd that they had reached a new licensing agreement with TikTok, allowing their artists' music to return to the platform. 
After three months of halted service due to a breakdown in negotiations, music from artists under Universal Music Group (UMG), the world's largest music content company, is set to return to the video-sharing platform TikTok. UMG announced on April 2nd that they had reached a new licensing agreement with TikTok, allowing their artists' music to return to the platform. -
BTS Jungkook Joins Taylor Swift as the Only Two Artists in Spotify's Top 10 Streaming Debuts
BTS's Jungkook has entered the top 10 list of artists with the highest streaming debuts on Spotify, showcasing his global popularity. Recently, platforms known as the 'European Billboard,' World Music Awards (WMA), and 'chart data,' which covers real-time updates on global music charts, have unveiled the list of top 10 debut streams on the Spotify Global Chart. 
BTS's Jungkook has entered the top 10 list of artists with the highest streaming debuts on Spotify, showcasing his global popularity. Recently, platforms known as the 'European Billboard,' World Music Awards (WMA), and 'chart data,' which covers real-time updates on global music charts, have unveiled the list of top 10 debut streams on the Spotify Global Chart. -
BTS Jimin's 'FACE' Becomes First Korean Solo Album to Hit 2 Billion Streams on Spotify
BTS's Jimin has made history with his first solo album 'FACE' by becoming the first Korean solo album to reach 2 billion streams on Spotify. As of April 23, 'FACE' has amassed a total of over 2.024 billion streams, marking a significant milestone in the global music scene. 
BTS's Jimin has made history with his first solo album 'FACE' by becoming the first Korean solo album to reach 2 billion streams on Spotify. As of April 23, 'FACE' has amassed a total of over 2.024 billion streams, marking a significant milestone in the global music scene. -
BTS RM Set to Release Second Solo Album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' on May 24
Big Hit Music announced on April 26 (KST) via the global fandom life platform Weverse and BTS's official social media that "RM's second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' will be released globally at 1 PM on May 24th." 
Big Hit Music announced on April 26 (KST) via the global fandom life platform Weverse and BTS's official social media that "RM's second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' will be released globally at 1 PM on May 24th." -
BTS Jungkook Sets Historic Milestone with 5.5 Billion Streams on Spotify
BTS member Jungkook has achieved a groundbreaking milestone as the first K-pop solo artist to surpass 5.5 billion streams on Spotify. As of April 24, his personal account on the world's largest music streaming platform has exceeded this impressive figure. 
BTS member Jungkook has achieved a groundbreaking milestone as the first K-pop solo artist to surpass 5.5 billion streams on Spotify. As of April 24, his personal account on the world's largest music streaming platform has exceeded this impressive figure. -
NewJeans Faces Uncertain Future Amid Label Dispute as Tokyo Dome Debut Looms
As NewJeans, a group under Korea's largest entertainment company HYBE and its subsidiary label ADOR, approaches its first anniversary and plans for international debut, it finds itself embroiled in a management dispute that has raised concerns about its future. Amidst these critical moments, the conflict between HYBE and ADOR has escalated, casting a shadow over the group's upcoming activities. 
As NewJeans, a group under Korea's largest entertainment company HYBE and its subsidiary label ADOR, approaches its first anniversary and plans for international debut, it finds itself embroiled in a management dispute that has raised concerns about its future. Amidst these critical moments, the conflict between HYBE and ADOR has escalated, casting a shadow over the group's upcoming activities. -
BabyMonster Hits New High on Billboard Chart: Continuous Rise Over Three Weeks
YG Entertainment's rookie girl group, Baby Monster, continues to dominate the music scene with their solid live performances. 
YG Entertainment's rookie girl group, Baby Monster, continues to dominate the music scene with their solid live performances. -
G-Dragon's Camp Addresses August Comeback Rumors: 'No Specific Date Set Yet'
G-Dragon's management has stated that the exact schedule for his comeback has not been set. On the 18th, a representative from Galaxy Corporation told Maeil Business Star Today, "G-Dragon will make a comeback in the latter half of this year. However, the exact timing has not yet been determined." 
G-Dragon's management has stated that the exact schedule for his comeback has not been set. On the 18th, a representative from Galaxy Corporation told Maeil Business Star Today, "G-Dragon will make a comeback in the latter half of this year. However, the exact timing has not yet been determined." -
BLACKPINK's Jennie Gears Up for Eagerly Awaited Solo Album
Jennie from BLACKPINK has heightened anticipation for her solo comeback. Recently gracing the cover of Vogue Korea's May issue, Jennie offered some tantalizing spoilers about her new album. 
Jennie from BLACKPINK has heightened anticipation for her solo comeback. Recently gracing the cover of Vogue Korea's May issue, Jennie offered some tantalizing spoilers about her new album.
