The Best K-Pop Moments of 2020
Teen Vogue asked 49 journalists to write about the best K-pop moments of 2020. I wrote about how BTS’ No. 1 hit single “Life Goes On” brought the Korean language to the forefront.
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BTS’ Global Press Conference for “BE (Deluxe Edition)”
By refusing to allow naysayers to define who they are or who they should be, BTS have remained true to themselves. And with their latest collection of songs, they are encouraging their fans to also just … BE.
Will K-pop’s BTS or Blackpink get Grammy nominations finally? Boys’ single, Dynamite, and girls’ debut album ought to help
The South China Morning Post recently interviewed me to chat about BTS and the upcoming Grammy nominations: “If BTS aren’t nominated this time, it’s not because of their lack of talent,” said Jae-Ha Kim. “All it will mean is that the Grammys are as clueless as they were in 1989, when they handed the trophy for best hard rock/metal performance to Jethro Tull, rather than Metallica.”
Latest News: Ji Chang-Wook & Kim Ji-Won’s New K-Drama, BTS at the United Nations & More
BTS speak at the United Nations (again!); Shin Min-A talks about female empowerment; and Ji Chang-Wook and Kim Ji-Won will co-star in a new K-Drama!
BTS Bring Intimacy and Seven Years of Hits to ‘Bang Bang Con’ Livestream
While the challenges of feeling up close and personal with a group that’s not even in the same city are obvious, one of BTS’ charms is their ability to make fans feel valued and seen.
A Special Live Stream on KOCOWA YouTube to Celebrate the Class of 2020!
Graduates in 2020 are getting the short end of the stick, with very little pomp and circumstance. But BTS & Barack Obama are helping honor their achievements!
Are You Ready for IU’s Comeback? Feat. BTS’ SUGA
Are you ready for IU’s comeback? The singer-songwriter recently collaborated with BTS’ Suga. She also has a new film in the works, starring opposite Park Seo-Joon.
BTS Gifts Fans With 24 Hours of BANG BANG CON: Five Moments to Look For
Have you ever attended a BTS Muster? You’re in for a treat this weekend with the free, two-day online event, BANG BANG CON.
BTS’ Tour is Postponed But We Have Bang Bang Con
Bang Bang Con is happening in a few days. But if you NEED to watch more BTS before then, here are some options.
Suga, Bong Joon-Ho & Other Korean Celebs Donate to Fight Against Coronavirus
In an attempt to remain anonymous, Gong Yoo donated money to help fight coronavirus under his real name of Gong Ji-cheol. The star of the film “Train To Busan” was among a slew of Korean celebrities (including Suga from BTS) who gave money to help medical workers and those afflicted by the disease.