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History of K-Pop: Red Velvet

Considered one of the most, if not the most popular girl group of K-Pop today, Red Velvet has continued to take the world by storm.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonDecember 29, 2019Red Velvet, SM Entertainment, Girl GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: EXO

Arguably one of the biggest groups in K-Pop today, EXO has been on the scene since 2012 and has had their fair share of struggles in that time.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonNovember 24, 2019EXO, SM Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: Brown Eyed Girls

There is one group who has overcome it all, and that’s Brown Eyed Girls.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonOctober 27, 2019Brown Eyed Girls, Girl GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: VIXX

No matter what it is, VIXX certainly is a group that has left a lasting impression on the otherwise stagnant K-Pop world, and it’s easy to argue that their impact was anything but miniscule.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonSeptember 29, 2019VIXX, Jellyfish Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: 2NE1

It’s a crime to lead a discussion about K-Pop without mentioning the enormous influence of 2NE1. Despite the controversies and poor management, the girl group is known internationally as one of the fundamental groups that paved the way for the genre’s current popularity.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsAnnika BrandesNovember 17, 20182NE1, Girl Groups, History, CL, MinzyComment

History of K-Pop: Holland

2018 has shaped up to be an eventful year for Holland, but his career has the potential to reach even greater heights in the years ahead.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsThe Kraze StaffOctober 6, 2018Holland, SoloistsComment

History of K-Pop: B.A.P

BABYz may currently be in a state of uncertainty following the news of rapper Bang Yongguk’s decision to not renew his contract with TS Entertainment. But the members of B.A.P vow to remain a group of six, and we’re optimistic. In the meantime, let’s look at how the boys have helped shape the K-Pop industry.

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopAnnika BrandesSeptember 1, 2018B.A.PComment

History of K-Pop: HyunA

One of K-Pop’s most prominent female soloists, HyunA has been a part of the industry for over a decade, growing immensely as an artist and receiving numerous accolades along the way.

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopThe Kraze StaffAugust 18, 2018HyunA, Soloists Comment

History of K-Pop: Wonder Girls

It’s 2018, and the Korean Pop music industry is full of talented girl groups with a wide variety of concepts and musical styles. However, many of these groups have one thing in common—they look to the Wonder Girls as a source of inspiration.

History of K-Pop: SHINee

Fitting for their 10-year anniversary, this month we’re reflecting on SHINee’s illustrious career.

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopAnnika BrandesJune 2, 2018SHINee, SM Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: 4Minute

Undoubtedly one of the defining acts of the second generation of K-Pop, 4Minute aged like fine wine—only getting better until their bittersweet end.

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopAnnika BrandesMay 5, 20184Minute, Cube Entertainment, Girl Groups, HyunAComment

History of K-Pop: BIGBANG

Rightfully dubbed the “Kings of K-Pop,” BIGBANG continues to be one of the biggest names in the entire K-Pop music industry.

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopAnnika BrandesApril 7, 2018BIGBANG, YG Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: Girls’ Generation

SNSD propelled K-Pop to international fame, long before American concert appearances or millions of YouTube views were standard fare.

History of K-Pop: f(x)

f(x)’s musical growth over the years has been incredible, and hopefully, we’ll see even more of the group’s work and achievements in the future!

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopThe Kraze StaffJanuary 7, 2018f(x), SM Entertainment, Girl GroupsComment

H.O.T Brings All the Fans to the Yard. Literally.

If Seo Taiji and Boys paved the way for the K-Pop genre, then there is undisputably one group that blazed the way for idols: H.O.T (High-Five of Teenager).

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopThe Kraze StaffAugust 19, 2017SM Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

The Godfather

Seo Taiji and Boys. To many K-Pop fans, this name doesn’t even make a blip on their radar except through covers by their favorite artists.

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopThe Kraze StaffJuly 30, 2017Boy GroupsComment

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