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2023 Melon Music Awards
The 2023 Melon Music Awards () is a awards ceremony held on December 2, 2023. It was organized by Melon (online music service), Melon, and Kakao Entertainment and broadcast through Melon, and Wavve in South Korea, Abema in Japan, and Beyond Live in selected regions. The ceremony was hosted by An Yu-jin, with pre-ceremony red carpet event hosted by Hitomi Honda, Nako Yabuki, and Ha Ji-young. NewJeans won five awards, with two Daesangs for Melon Music Award for Song of the Year, Song of the Year and Melon Music Award for Artist of the Year, Artist of the Year. Ive (group), Ive won Melon Music Award for Album of the Year, Album of the Year while Record of the Year went to NCT Dream. Criteria All songs and albums that are eligible to be nominated must be released from November 4, 2022, to November 1, 2023. Winners and nominees The list of nominees for Top 10 Artists was announced on November 2, 2023, through the official website. Voting took place from November 2 to 16. The remai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
An Yu-jin
An Yu-jin (; born September 1, 2003), better known mononymously as Yujin, is a South Korean singer. She is the leader of the South Korean girl group Ive under Starship Entertainment. Yujin rose to prominence after finishing fifth on Mnet's girl group survival show ''Produce 48'', which made her debut as a member of the girl group Iz*One, active from 2018 to 2021. Early life An was born on September 1, 2003. She attended School of Performing Arts Seoul. Off the Record revealed in 2019 that she had dropped out of school to focus on her idol life and Iz*One activities and she would be home-schooled. Career 2018–present: ''Produce 48'', Iz*One, solo activities From June 15 to August 31, 2018, An represented Starship Entertainment alongside Jang Won-young and Cho Ka-hyeon on reality girl group survival show ''Produce 48''. She eventually placed fifth and debuted with Iz*One. The group's debut extended play (EP) '' Color*Iz'' was released on October 29, 2018, with " La ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NCT Dream
NCT Dream () is the third sub-unit of the South Korean boy band NCT, formed by SM Entertainment in 2016. They were initially intended to be the teenaged unit of NCT with an admission-and-graduation system, in which members would leave after reaching age of majority (20 in Korean age reckoning, 19 internationally), prior to re-branding in 2020. The sub-unit debuted on August 25, 2016, with the single "Chewing Gum" and a lineup of seven members—Mark, Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Chenle, and Jisung—whose average age was 15.6 years old. In late 2018, the group's leader Mark graduated from NCT Dream but returned in 2020 when began promoting as a fixed seven-member group. Commercial success of their 2019 extended play (EP) ''We Boom'' made NCT Dream into one of the year's top 10 physical sellers domestically and earned them Bonsang awards at the 34th Golden Disc Awards and 2020 Seoul Music Awards. Their second and last record released as a sextet was their fourth Korean-la ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
FML (EP)
''FML'' is the tenth extended play (EP) by South Korean boy band Seventeen. It was released on April 24, 2023, by Pledis Entertainment through YG Plus, with "F*ck My Life" and "Super" serving as the EP's double lead singles. Prior to release, ''FML'' became the second most-preordered album in South Korean history, with 4.64 million preorders. Per Pledis and album distributor YG Plus, combined sales of all versions of ''FML'' surpassed 6.2 million copies in July 2023, marking a first for an album by a K-pop artist. It won Album of the Year at the 2023 MAMA Awards. Background and release On March 10, 2023, Pledis Entertainment confirmed that Seventeen would be releasing a new album in April, nine months after the release of their reissue ''Sector 17''. On March 31, the label announced the release of the group's EP ''FML'' on April 24. On April 3, the track list was revealed, consisting of six songs and two lead singles; ''FML'' marked the group's first release to have two lead s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seventeen (South Korean Band)
Seventeen (; stylized in all caps or as SVT) is a South Korean boy band formed by Pledis Entertainment. The group consists of thirteen members: S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. The group debuted on May 26, 2015 with the extended play (EP) '' 17 Carat'', which became the longest-charting K-pop album of the year in the US and the only rookie album to appear on ''Billboard'''s "10 Best K-Pop Albums of 2015" list. Seventeen has released four studio albums, twelve EPs and three reissues. Seventeen is considered a "self-producing" idol group, with the members actively involved in songwriting and choreographing, as well as many other aspects of their music and performances. They perform as one group and are divided into three units—hip-hop, vocal, and performance—each with a different area of specialization. They have been labeled "Performance Kings", "Theater Kids of K-Pop", and "K-Pop Performance Powerhouse' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Parc Jae-jung
Parc Jae-jung (born December 25, 1995) is a South Korean singer. He is well known as the winner of the South Korean singing competition '' Superstar K 5'' in 2013. Early life Parc was born in Seoul, South Korea on December 25, 1995. He developed an interest in music at a young age and learned to play the violin, clarinet, and traditional Korean percussion instruments when he was in elementary school. In 2011, he moved with his family to Florida, where his parents worked as farmers''.'' Career In July 2013, Parc participated in the fifth season of singing competition series ''Superstar K5''. On November 15, 2013, Parc was announced as the winner of the competition and having opportunity to signing with CJ E&M. On November 20, Parc released his pre-debut single "Stalker". On November 22, Parc made his official debut stage on the annual award event Mnet Asian Music Award at Hongkong's Asia World Expo Arena. On July 17, 2014, Parc released his first EP, ''Step 1'', where cont ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ISTJ (album)
''ISTJ'' is the third studio album by South Korean boy band NCT Dream. Released on July 17, 2023, by SM Entertainment through Kakao Entertainment, the album consists of 10 tracks and is supported by the singles "Broken Melodies" and "ISTJ". Background and release On June 13, 2023, SM Entertainment announced that NCT Dream would be making a comeback with a new studio album, ''ISTJ'', on July 17, seven months after their previous release, ''Candy''. The album also follows the conclusion of the group's The Dream Show 2: In A Dream concert tour. ''ISTJ'' was confirmed to have 10 tracks, including the lead single "Broken Melodies", which was released on June 19. NCT Dream began promotions for ''ISTJ'' with performances of "Broken Melodies" on music programs such as ''M Countdown'', ''Music Bank'', ''Show! Music Core'', and ''Inkigayo''.' A preview and track video of the song "Poison" was released on July 7. The title track, "ISTJ", served as the second single, was released on the sa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Face (Jimin Album)
''Face'' is the debut studio album by South Korean singer Jimin of BTS. Released on March 24, 2023, through Big Hit Music, it is primarily a pop, hip hop, and R&B record, with Pdogg, Ghstloop, and Evan responsible for production. Comprising five songs, all co-written by Jimin, and one instrumental, the album was heavily inspired by the emotional impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Jimin as a person and performer and addresses "themes of loneliness, wrestling with oneself, and finding freedom". Two singles were released in support of ''Face'': the lead single "Set Me Free Pt. 2" and its accompanying music video preceded the album on March 17, while a second single, "Like Crazy", and its music video premiered simultaneously with the album's release. Domestically, ''Face'' broke sales records on its opening day, selling over 1 million copies, and in its first week, surpassing 1.45 million sales, making Jimin the first solo artist in Hanteo Chart history to do so; the album subs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jimin
Park Ji-min (; born October 13, 1995), known mononymously as Jimin, is a South Korean singer and dancer. In 2013, he made his debut as a member of the South Korean boy band BTS, under the record label Big Hit Entertainment. Jimin has released three solo tracks with BTS: "Lie" in 2016, " Serendipity" in 2017, and "Filter" in 2020, all of which have charted on South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart. In 2018, he released his first independent song, the digital track "Promise", which he co-wrote and co-composed. He appeared on the soundtrack for the 2022 TvN drama ''Our Blues'', and sang " With You", a duet with Ha Sung-woon. Early life and education Park Ji-min was born on October 13, 1995, in Geumjeong District, Busan, South Korea. His immediate family includes his mother, father, and younger brother. When he was a child, he attended Busan's Hodong Elementary School and Yonsan Middle School. During middle school, he attended Just Dance Academy and learned popping and locking ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Get Up (EP)
''Get Up'' is the second EP by the South Korean girl group NewJeans. It was released on July 21, 2023 by ADOR. Park Jin-su, 250, Frankie Scoca, Catharina Stoltenberg, and Henriette Motzfeldt produced the EP, which consists of six tracks. Its production draws from R&B and dance styles such as UK garage, drum and bass, Baltimore and Jersey club, characterized by lively beats and synthesizers. Lyrically, the EP mainly revolves around feelings ensued from friendship and love. ''Get Up'' was supported by the release of three singles: "Super Shy", " ETA", and " Cool with You". All six tracks were accompanied by music videos that were collaborations with brands such as Apple and the '' The Powerpuff Girls'', and featured celebrities such as Hoyeon Jung and Tony Leung. NewJeans promoted the EP through a worldwide marketing campaign with Spotify and live performances on South Korean music programs. The EP received generally positive reviews from music critics, who complimented ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Unforgiven (Le Sserafim Album)
''Unforgiven'' is the first studio album by South Korean girl group Le Sserafim, released by Source Music on May 1, 2023. The album contains 13 tracks, including the lead single of the same name and the second single " Eve, Psyche & the Bluebeard's Wife". The album debuted at number one on the Circle Album Chart and was certified million by the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) for selling 1,000,000 units. In the United States, it debuted at number 6 on the ''Billboard'' 200, becoming the group's first top-ten album. It was awarded the Best Album Bonsang at the 38th Golden Disc Awards. Background and release On March 16, 2023, Source Music reported that Le Sserafim would be releasing an album in early May. On April 3, it was confirmed that the group's first studio album would be titled ''Unforgiven'' and released on May 1. A day later, the promotional schedule was released. On April 10, the album teaser video was released. On April 17, the track sampler video was released. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Le Sserafim
Le Sserafim ( ; ; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean girl group formed by Source Music and Hybe Corporation. The group consists of five members: Sakura, Kim Chae-won, Huh Yun-jin, Kazuha and Hong Eun-chae. Originally a sextet, Kim Ga-ram left the group on July 20, 2022, after the termination of her exclusive contract. Le Sserafim debuted on May 2, 2022, with the release of their first extended play, ''Fearless.'' Name The group's name, Le Sserafim, is an anagram of the phrase "I'm Fearless". History 2011–2021: Pre-debut activities Sakura made her acting debut in the movie ''Ano Hito Ano Hi'' in 2011. The same year, she joined the Japanese idol group HKT48 as a first generation trainee. She was promoted to a full member of HKT48 Team H in 2012 and transferred to HKT48 Team KIV in 2014. After being with the group for 10 years, Sakura officially graduated on June 27, 2021. Sakura, Kim Chae-won and Huh Yun-jin participated in the reality competition series ''Produce 48'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My World (Aespa EP)
''My World'' is the third extended play by South Korean girl group Aespa. It was released by SM Entertainment on May 8, 2023, and contains six tracks, including the pre-release single " Welcome to My World" featuring Naevis, and the lead single " Spicy" which reached the top three on the Circle Digital Chart. Compared to the dark, futuristic, hyperpop-influenced tones of ''Savage'' (2021) and '' Girls'' (2022), ''My Worlds brighter pop sound draws mostly from dance and R&B, with melodies characterized by "captivating beats" and "delightful" vocals of the group. The songs incorporate eclectic styles ranging from alternative pop and dream pop to synth-pop and ballad. Described by Aespa as a return to the "real world" from Kwangya, the mini album shows a new side of the group across various genres. The EP was met with generally favorable reviews from critics. Commercially, it debuted at number one on the Circle Album Chart with 1,420,178 copies sold in a week. The mini album ha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
