The Grammys are no longer the only institution capable of conferring global recognition, writes Stephanie Choi.

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From experimental electro-pop bops to Baile funk bangers and even an interpolation of Korea's most famous folk song, K-pop's music range in 2026 so far has been one for the global history books. While ...

If K-pop wasn’t already a powerhouse cornerstone of the music industry before, 2025 saw yet another explosion of interest in the genre thanks to the larger-than-life success of Kpop Demon Hunters. Now ...

The two-day, fan-focused festival arrives in Los Angeles this weekend, headlined by the chart-topping boy group ATEEZ.

K-pop didn’t just dominate playlists in 2025 — it conquered the global stage. From record-breaking chart runs and sold-out stadium tours to headline-making collaborations and award nominations across ...

Kakao Entertainment has signed a partnership with Atlantic Music Group to “establish a new business model centered on creating and developing the next global K-pop IP.” ...

In CUriosity, experts across the CU Boulder campus answer questions about humans, our planet and the universe beyond. Stephanie Choi, assistant professor of ethnomusicology at CU Boulder and a K-pop ...

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Behind the scenes of the making of a dance It all started with a dance challenge by a few ...

K-pop has become a multibillion-dollar global success. This growth has been driven by viral choreography, high-concept music videos and a highly passionate fanbase that functions like an unofficial ...

K-pop was born as a very local phenomenon tied to the South Korean music industry and to regional consumption that for years kept it within its own cultural boundaries. However, in just a few decades ...