Kirsty Bright

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Features Writer at KpopWise

Content Writer at Korea.net

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Jin of BTS set to hold his first-ever solo tour ‘#RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR’

1 week ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

ARMYs get ready -another exciting announcement has landed! While fans are still in the midst of enjoying HOPE ON THE STAGE, and Jin’s recent album news, the vocalist has gifted everyone with another surprise and this time he’s heading out on the road. Jin is officially embarking on his first-ever solo tour, titled ‘#RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR’ which will take him to 9 cities across the globe.
The Beauty Of Hanbok Exhibit Fundraiser

1 week ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

The beauty of Hanbok is celebrated around the world, and rightly so. Traditional clothing such as these deserves not only to be showcased but to also be appreciated by those with an interest in Korean culture. It offers an opportunity to both learn and enjoy seeing it in exhibition form. Mikey Pinosa, Co-Founder of The Hanbok Wave UK alongside Hanguk Hapa Aka Becky, is someone who is passionate about sharing his art with the world.
BTS Jin to release second album ' Echo' on May 16th

1 week ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

BTS’s Jin is back to add another sprinkle of happiness into fans' lives with his second upcoming solo album, Echo. The singer who provided a jam-packed feast of emotions with his first solo album, Happy, back in December is making a surprise comeback. Happy did an impressive job of once again showcasing the singer's great vocals but also saw the side that has always made Jin relatable in his outlook on life.
NIEL of TEEN TOP to Make Comeback with 4th Mini-album 'SHE' on April 22nd

2 weeks ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

A comeback that is a familiar face in the K-pop scene is NIEL, who is getting ready to release his 4th mini album, SHE, on the 22nd of April. It comes after his third mini album, A to Z, reminding us why he was so charismatic as the vocalist in Teen Top. Within the group he helped shape the soundtrack of the early 2010s with chart-toppers like No More Perfume On You, Miss Right, and Rocking songs that still spark nostalgia in fans of 2nd and 3rd generation K-pop.
BTS’ j-hope Makes History with First-Ever Solo Stadium Concert at LA’s BMO Stadium

2 weeks ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

Photo Courtesy of BIGHIT MUSICNot afraid of breaking a record or two, BTS's j-hope has gone on to make history again – this time as the first South Korean male artist to headline a stadium show in North America. Wrapping his incredibly creative first-ever solo stadium concerts with a two-day run at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles shows, which ran on April 4 & 6, marked the final stop of the North American leg of his first-ever solo world tour, ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’.
Celebrate BTS's 2025 Festa in Seoul with 3DKpop X Modu Korean

3 weeks ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

Photo Courtesy of Modu KoreanEvery ARMY knows that when June rolls around, it can only mean one thing: FESTA time! It’s a month that spoils fans with content, old and new, as we celebrate the seven boys of BTS. Well, this year is extra special. Why? Because it will see all seven members finally reunited, as the remaining five are discharged from the military. After 18 long months – and 24 for SUGA – BTS has embarked on an iconic chapter two that has failed to slow down.
[Exclusive Interview] Sodagreen Reflects on 20 years in Music

3 weeks ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

Twenty years in any career is no small feat – and in the music industry, it’s even more of an achievement. It’s a tough world out there, but with passion, hard work, and a sturdy spirit, not to mention a very devoted fanbase, anything is possible. Proof is in the group I talk to today: Sodagreen. The Taiwanese band are entering their 20th year together, and what better way to celebrate than by marking the occasion with a tour?
82MAJOR Is Coming Back on April 14th with 3rd Mini Album [SILENCE SYNDROME]

4 weeks ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

Who doesn't love a comeback? Especially one that is guaranteed to always hit that sweet spot? 82MAJOR are poised for another successful return with their brand-new mini album, [SILENCE SYNDROME], set for release on April 14th. It’s been a hot minute since the members were making everyone go wild for their second mini album, X-82. The album not only spawned hits such as Stuck but also went on to make an impact on the charts.
TXT's Beomgyu to Release his First Solo Mixtape "Panic" on March 27th

1 month ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

TOMORROW X TOGETHER'S vocalist, Beomgyu, is set to debut his first-ever mixtape titled Panic on the 27th of March. The release carries a gentle yet powerful message, encouraging listeners to emerge from the darkness, face the cold world, and move forward with confidence. Entirely self-written by Beomgyu, Panic captures the beauty of raw emotions, drawing inspiration from his personal journey in search of his own solace.
j-hope Unleashes Sensual New Single Mona Lisa

1 month ago | kpopwise.com | Kirsty Bright

Not one to play it safe or to even keep things a secret, BTS's j-hope dropped a surprise to fans during the first night of his North American leg tour HOPE ON THE STAGE last week. Performing two sold-out shows at the Barclays Centre in Brooklyn, the rapper – to the shock of fans – proceeded to sing and dance to the R&B track titled Mona Lisa. Complete with a visually stimulating screen that shifted from the audience to Mona Lisa herself.