K-Pop
This week's New Music Friday brings fresh releases from several prominent artists, including Selena Gomez, LE SSERAFIM, j-hope, and Megan Thee Stallion. Listeners can explore new albums by Brandi Carlile and Queen Naija, alongside singles from Tyla and The Neighbourhood.
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Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters has secured Oscar nominations for best animated feature and best original song for Golden. The film, released last June, follows a K-pop group battling demons. It previously won similar awards at the Critics Choice Awards and Golden Globes.
Polda Metro Jaya has completed all instructions from the DKI Jakarta High Prosecutor's Office regarding the alleged embezzlement and fraud case by the Director of PT Melani Citra Permata (Mecimapro), initialed FDM. The case involves funds for the TWICE K-Pop concert in Jakarta on December 23, 2023. Suspect FDM may be released on suspension if the file is not declared complete by Friday.
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Billboard has compiled a comprehensive calendar of anticipated album releases for 2025, featuring artists across genres like pop, hip-hop, K-pop, and rock. The list includes confirmed dates from January through December, with highlights such as The Weeknd's trilogy finale and Lady Gaga's seventh studio album. Updates reflect announcements, delays, and teases from major musicians.