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This month, we are trying something different with the History of K-Pop column!

Monthly Columns, History of K-PopThe Kraze StaffOctober 25, 2020Comment

History of K-Pop: MONSTA X

In celebration of the release of our new mini-issue, this month we are covering the history of MONSTA X! Be sure to grab your copy of MONSTA X’s mini-issue here.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonSeptember 27, 2020MONSTA X, Starship Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: Dreamcatcher

Say the name Dreamcatcher and the first reaction will likely be the group’s current legacy: heavy metal title track queens.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonAugust 23, 2020Dreamcatcher, Girl GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: BTOB

If you’re a newer K-Pop fan, the group BTOB may not be immediately on your radar due to many of the members currently shuffling in and out of the military.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonJuly 26, 2020BTOB, Cube Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: BLACKPINK

Arguably the biggest group in K-Pop today, BLACKPINK has already solidified their impact in K-Pop history.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonJune 28, 2020BLACKPINK, YG Entertainment, Girl GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: GOT7

GOT7 is a group that has garnered a particularly adoring fanbase in their time on the scene.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonMay 24, 2020GOT7, JYP Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: Apink

in order to shed some more light and honor these girls for their accomplishment, The Kraze is diving deep into Apink’s impact on the K-Pop industry in celebration of their recently passed nine year anniversary.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonApril 26, 2020Apink, Girl GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: Block B

Recent K-Pop fans may not be familiar with them, but in their heyday, Block B was on top of the K-Pop world.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonMarch 21, 2020Block B, Block B BASTARZ, Boy GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: EXID

Say the name EXID and you’re bound to strike a chord with anyone in the K-Pop community.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonFebruary 23, 2020EXID, Girl GroupsComment

History of K-Pop: TVXQ and DBSK

Whether they’re known to you by the moniker TVXQ or DBSK, there’s no question that as a K-Pop fan, you’re at least familiar with the impact this group has left on K-Pop as a whole.

History of K-Pop, Monthly ColumnsRoxanne WilsonJanuary 26, 2020TVXQ, SM Entertainment, Boy GroupsComment

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

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