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Huh Yunjin
Huh Yunjin (; born October 8, 2001) is an American singer and songwriter based in South Korea. She is a member of the South Korean girl group Le Sserafim. Early life and education Huh Yunjin was born on October 8, 2001, in Seoul, South Korea. When she was eight months old, she and her parents relocated to the United States. She was raised in Albany, New York, where she went by the English name Jennifer Huh. While attending Niskayuna High School, she pursued her passion for music and performed as a mezzo-soprano, despite not having receiving formal operatic training. At age 16, she moved to South Korea to pursue a career as a Kpop idol, becoming a trainee at different companies. She transferred to the Applied Music Department of Hanlim Multi Art School on March 4, 2019. Huh later moved back to the United States and prepared to attend college, but abandoned her plans after Hybe Corporation contacted her in 2021 and offered her to debut with Le Sserafim, which she accepted. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seoul
Seoul, officially Seoul Special Metropolitan City, is the capital city, capital and largest city of South Korea. The broader Seoul Metropolitan Area, encompassing Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and Incheon, emerged as the world's List of cities by GDP, sixth largest metropolitan economy in 2022, trailing behind New York metropolitan area, New York, Greater Tokyo Area, Tokyo, Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Paris metropolitan area, Paris, and London metropolitan area, London, and hosts more than half of South Korea's population. Although Seoul's population peaked at over 10 million, it has gradually decreased since 2014, standing at about 9.6 million residents as of 2024. Seoul is the seat of the Government of South Korea, South Korean government. Seoul's history traces back to 18 BC when it was founded by the people of Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. During the Joseon dynasty, Seoul was officially designated as the capital, surrounded by the Fortress Wall of Seoul. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mnet (TV Channel)
Music Network (acronym of the Mnet) is a South Korean pay television music channel owned by CJ ENM Entertainment Division. The CJ E&M Center Studio located in Sangam-dong, Mapo District, Seoul is the headquarters, broadcast and recording centre of many Mnet programs with a studio audience, namely the live weekly music show '' M Countdown''. It is also the venue for live performances in survival shows such as '' Superstar K'', '' Show Me The Money series'', '' Produce 101'' series, '' Comeback War series'', ''Planet series'' and '' Street Dance series''. Other shows are filmed in CJ E&M Studio in Ilsan and CJ E&M Contents World in Paju. History The global website named for Mnet Global changed to MWave in April 2013. Other sites from Mnet are not affected with the change. On 5 February 2020, it was revealed that CJ ENM had begun restructuring Mnet's "We Are K-Pop" slogan and brand after the controversy behind "Produce 101" damaged the network's image. On 24 February 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indie Pop
Indie pop (also typeset as indie-pop or indiepop) is a music genre and subculture that combines guitar pop with a DIY ethic in opposition to the style and tone of mainstream pop music. It originated from British post-punk in the late 1970s and subsequently generated a thriving fanzine, Independent record label, label, and club and gig circuit. Compared to its counterpart, indie rock, the genre is more melodic, less abrasive, and relatively angst-free. In later years, the definition of ''indie pop'' has bifurcated to also mean bands from unrelated DIY scenes/movements with pop leanings. Subgenres include chamber pop and twee pop. Development and characteristics Origins and etymology Both ''indie'' and ''indie pop'' had originally referred to the same thing during the late 1970s, originally abbreviations for ''Independent music, independent'' and ''Popular music, popular''. Inspired more by punk rock's DIY ethos than its style, guitar bands were formed on the then-novel prem ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rolling Stone India
''Rolling Stone'' is an American monthly magazine that focuses on music, politics, and popular culture. It was founded in San Francisco, California, in 1967 by Jann Wenner and the music critic Ralph J. Gleason. The magazine was first known for its coverage of rock music and political reporting by Hunter S. Thompson. In the 1990s, the magazine broadened and shifted its focus to a younger readership interested in youth-oriented television shows, film actors, and popular music. It has since returned to its traditional mix of content, including music, entertainment, and politics. The first magazine was released in 1967 and featured John Lennon on the cover, and was then published every two weeks. It is known for provocative photography and its cover photos, featuring musicians, politicians, athletes, and actors. In addition to its print version in the United States, it publishes content through Rollingstone.com and numerous international editions. The magazine experienced a rap ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uproxx
Uproxx Studios (stylized as ''UPROXX'') is an American music, entertainment and popular culture website and content studio. It was founded in 2008 by Jarret Myer and Brian Brater. The website was acquired in 2014 by Woven Digital (which later changed its name to Uproxx Media Group). In August 2018, Uproxx Media Group was acquired by Warner Music Group, with Myer remaining in control of the company's operations as publisher. In April 2024, Myer partnered with Rich Antoniello and will.i.am to form an independent company, Uproxx Studios, after acquiring Uproxx along with ''HipHopDX'' and '' Dime Magazine'' from Warner Music Group. History Uproxx was founded in 2008 by Jarret Myer and Brian Brater, who previously co-founded the hip hop label Rawkus Records in 1996. In April 2014, Uproxx was acquired by Woven Digital, an ad network company. In December 2014, Woven raised US$18 million in Series A funding with a portion of the capital allocated to growing Uproxx throug ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard Vietnam
''Billboard Việt Nam'' was an online Vietnamese music magazine, owned by ''Purpose Media Company Limited'' in partnership with ''Billboard''. History The magazine made its first public appearance as an organizer of the New Year's Countdown Lights 2018 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. ''Billboard Việt Nam'' features music news, reviews, interviews and analysis of the music industry both domestically and internationally. Charts ''Billboard Vietnam'' publishes two weekly singles charts, namely Vietnam Hot 100 and Top Vietnamese Songs, with their first issue launched on January 4, 2022. Both charts measure tracks' activities in digital downloads and online streaming, but only Vietnamese-language songs are ranked on the latter. See also * ''Billboard'' charts * ''Billboard'' (magazine) *''Billboard Indonesia'' *''Billboard Philippines'' *'' Billboard China'' *''Billboard Japan ''Billboard Japan'' is a sister organization of the U.S.-based music magazine '' Billboard''. It i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
K-pop Idol
An idol () is a type of entertainer who works in the field of Korean popular music (K-pop), either as a member of a group or as a solo act. They typically work for an entertainment agency that operates a highly managed star system that idols are produced by and debut under. Idols undergo extensive training in dance, vocal performance, and foreign language, and tend to represent a hybridized convergence of visuals, music, and fashion. Idols maintain a carefully curated public image and social media presence, and dedicate significant time and resources to building relationships with fans through concerts and meetups. History Trainee system Inspired by the heyday of MTV in the United States, Lee Soo-man, the founder of SM Entertainment set his sights on laying the foundation for the modern Korean pop music industry. He witnessed New Kids on the Block become very popular in Korea in the 1990s. In addition, he popularized the trainee business model from the Japanese idol industry ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Trap Music
Trap music, also known simply as trap, is a subgenre of hip-hop music which originated in the Southern United States, with lyrical references to trap starting in 1991 but the modern sound of trap appearing in 1999. The genre gets its name from the Atlanta slang term "trap house", a house used exclusively to sell drugs. Trap music is known for its simple, rhythmic, minimalistic productions that use synthesized drums, and is characterized by complex hi-hat Drum beat, patterns, snare drums, Bass drum, bass drums, some tuned with a long Envelope (music), decay to emit a bass frequency (originally from the Roland TR-808 drum machine), and lyrical content that often focuses on drug use and urban violence. Pioneers of the genre include producers DJ Spanish Fly, DJ Paul & Juicy J, Kurtis Mantronik, Mannie Fresh, Shawty Redd, Fatboi, Zaytoven, DJ Screw, and DJ Toomp, along with rappers T.I., Jeezy, and Gucci Mane. The style was popularized by Record producer, producer Lex Luger (record pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rock Music
Rock is a Music genre, genre of popular music that originated in the United States as "rock and roll" in the late 1940s and early 1950s, developing into a range of styles from the mid-1960s, primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. It has its roots in rock and roll, a style that drew from the black musical genres of blues and rhythm and blues, as well as from country music. Rock also drew strongly from genres such as electric blues and folk music, folk, and incorporated influences from jazz and other styles. Rock is typically centered on the electric guitar, usually as part of a rock group with electric bass guitar, drum kit, drums, and one or more singers. Usually, rock is song-based music with a Time signature, time signature and using a verse–chorus form; however, the genre has become extremely diverse. Like pop music, lyrics often stress romantic love but also address a wide variety of other themes that are frequently social or political. Rock was the most p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Korea JoongAng Daily
''Korea JoongAng Daily'' () is the English edition of the South Korean national daily newspaper '' JoongAng Ilbo''. The newspaper was first published on October 17, 2000, as ''JoongAng Ilbo English Edition''. It mainly carries news and feature stories by staff reporters, and some stories translated from the Korean language newspaper. Overview ''Korea JoongAng Daily'' is one of the three main English newspapers in South Korea along with ''The Korea Times'' and ''The Korea Herald''. The newspaper is published with a daily edition of ''The New York Times'' and it is located within the main offices of the ''JoongAng Ilbo'' in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul Seoul, officially Seoul Special Metropolitan City, is the capital city, capital and largest city of South Korea. The broader Seoul Metropolitan Area, encompassing Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and Incheon, emerged as the world's List of cities b .... See also * List of newspapers in South Korea References SlayypookieExtern ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Antifragile (EP)
''Antifragile'' is the second extended play by South Korean girl group Le Sserafim, released by Source Music on October 17, 2022. It contains five tracks, including the lead single of the same name. ''Antifragile'' marks their first release as a quintet, following the departure of Kim Ga-ram in July 2022. The album debuted at number two 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 14 on the ''Billboard'' 200, becoming the group's first entry on the chart. Background and release On September 1, it was revealed that Le Sserafim would be making their first comeback with new music in the fall. Through a short video clip published on September 19, Le Sserafim announced the title and release date of their upcoming extended play (EP). Source Music then shared the EP's physical release details on social media platforms. Three sets of concept photos titled "Mi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fearless (Le Sserafim EP)
''Fearless'' is the debut extended play by South Korean girl group Le Sserafim. It was released by Source Music on May 2, 2022, and contains five tracks, including the lead single of the same name. ''Fearless'' is the group's only release to include Kim Ga-ram, who was removed from the lineup on July 20, 2022. The album debuted at number two on the Gaon Album Chart and was certified double platinum by the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) for selling 500,000 units. Background and release On March 14, 2022, Source Music announced it would be debuting a new girl group in collaboration with Hybe Corporation. One week later, Hybe Corporation announced the group would be debuting in May. On April 13, it was announced the group would release their debut extended play ''Fearless'' on May 2. On April 25, the track list was released, with "Fearless" announced as the lead single. Two days later, the highlight medley video was released. Music video teasers for the lead single were rel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
