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Apink Celebrates Fifteenth Anniversary with Special EP RE: LOVE

Chorong, Bomi, Eunji, Namjoo, and Hayoung still remain active years after debuting on April 19, 2011.

Ladies CornerJacob Aron LeungJanuary 20, 2026Apink, Girl GroupsComment

Love and Sharp Desires, ENHYPEN Returns With THE SIN: VANISH

South Korean K-Pop group ENHYPEN made their grand return, marking a bold new step in their conceptual and narrative universe.

ReviewMarjolaine PaolantonacciJanuary 19, 2026ENHYPEN, Belift Lab, Boy GroupsComment

ZICO and Crush’s Latest Single: Need We Say More?

Some collaborations immediately demand attention, and ZICO and Crush’s “Yin and Yang” is one of them.

Surprise of the WeekAngelica VianelloJanuary 18, 2026Zico, Crush, K-hiphop/R&BComment

Introducing Siyeon of Dreamcatcher’s New Band: ChRocktikal

There was quite a bit of anticipation for Siyeon’s new direction in the form of a co-ed rock band ChRocktikal.

DebutsRoxanne WilsonJanuary 18, 2026ChRocktikal, BandsComment

TWICE Brings <THIS IS FOR> World Tour to North America Through a One-in-a-Million Experience in Vancouver

TWICE’s decision to film their 2017 music video for “Likey” in Vancouver, B.C. left many Western Canadians yearning for a proper concert in the city. The group fulfilled that years-long dream when they brought their <THIS IS FOR> world tour to North America on January 9.

EventsJacob Aron LeungJanuary 17, 2026TWICE, JYP Entertainment, Girl GroupsComment

Adding Every Song from NCT WISH’s New Mini-Album WISHLIST To My Wishlist

Ever since their stellar debut, new NCT subunit NCT WISH has been on a steady incline with every release they have had so far.

New ReleaseCidney AtchersonJanuary 16, 2026NCT WISH, NCT, SM Entertainment, Japanese ReleaseComment

MORE VISION’s First Boy Group LNGSHOT Debuts with “[Moonwalkin']”

This quartet has been hand crafted by Jay Park, and whether you love him or hate him personally, there’s no denying that he’s the king of creating absolute bangers.

DebutsRoxanne WilsonJanuary 15, 2026LNGSHOT, Boy Groups, MORE VISIONComment

Throwback Thursday: ATEEZ Edition

Let’s take it back and talk about some ATEEZ tracks that they have released throughout the years.

Throwback ThursdayCidney AtchersonJanuary 15, 2026ATEEZ, Boy GroupsComment

From Survival Show to K-Pop Stage: ALPHA DRIVE ONE's Galactic Journey

ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1) is a K-Pop boy group formed after Mnet's survival show Boys II Planet, which concluded in September 2025.

DebutsMarjolaine PaolantonacciJanuary 14, 2026ALPHA DRIVE ONE, Boy GroupsComment

DxS Debuts with Musical Magic in Serenade

Fans have fervently wished for an official release from SEVENTEEN’s Dokyeom and Seungkwan since their song “Say Yes” off the group’s first studio album in 2016.

New ReleaseKelly SipkoJanuary 14, 2026DK, Seungkwan, DxS, SEVENTEENComment

Former Girl Group Members Band Together to Debut as LATENCY

The idea of dormant potential waiting to reawaken itself represents LATENCY, a five-member female band largely consisting of former girl group members, including past members of cignature and LOONA, to form an unlikely combination.

Jacob Aron LeungJanuary 13, 2026Comment

Best B-Sides of 2025

Every year, our favorite K-Pop artists deliver a selection of incredible tracks that guide our months with emotion, excitement, and fun; songs that play like a personal soundtrack to our lives.

B-Side TracksCourtney WillisJanuary 12, 2026Minnie, RIIZE, MONSTA X, Xdinary Heroes, CLOSE YOUR EYESComment

CHUU’s “XO, My Cyberlove” Dreams in Synth-Pop Pixels

Virtual and ethereal, CHUU’s first full-length album XO, My Cyberlove, offers a dream-pop nine-song vocal showcase laced with yearning, loneliness, and postmodern internet romance.

New ReleaseAnya HeatonJanuary 9, 2026Chuu, SoloistsComment

Joohoney Fights His Inhibitions With Second Album 光 (INSANITY)

Joohoney is no stranger to making an impact.

New ReleaseAntonia PattersonJanuary 8, 2026Jooheon, MONSTA XComment

Throwback Thursday: Songs That Bring Out Pure Joy

Have you ever heard a song that made you feel pure happiness? The moment it plays, a smile gathers on your face, and you are cheesing from ear to ear.

Throwback ThursdayCidney AtchersonJanuary 8, 2026SEVENTEEN, fromis_9, PSYCHIC FEVERComment

Anticipated Events for Girl Groups in 2026

While most of the 2026 excitement understandably focuses on the biggest boy groups coming back, notable girl groups are also preparing major releases for this year.

Ladies CornerJacob Aron LeungJanuary 6, 2026BLACKPINK, I.O.I, MAMAMOOComment

Throwback Thursday: Into The New Year Part 2

Let’s take it back and talk about some songs that are perfect to bring in the new year.

Throwback ThursdayCidney AtchersonJanuary 1, 2026NCT 127, ITZY, EverglowComment

January 2026 Comeback Roundup

The K-Pop world moves fast, and it can be difficult to keep up with which groups are coming back and when. But don’t worry, The Kraze is here to help keep you in the loop.

New ReleaseThe Kraze StaffJanuary 1, 2026Comment