K-pop group TWS, often dubbed as “K-pop’s champions of youth,” presents a more mature and refreshed image in their fifth mini-album “No Tragedy,” released on April 27. The album recorded 1.16 million copies in preorders, reflecting strong anticipation ahead of its release. It explores...
Japanese boy band JO1 member Shosei Ohira will leave the group following the expiration of his exclusive contract on May 31, 2026, his agency Lapone Entertainment announced. In a statement released April 27, the agency said Ohira will “cease activities as a member of JO1” once his contract...
Lucas has officially parted ways with SM Entertainment. In a statement, SM Entertainment confirmed that Lucas’ contract with them concluded on April 24. “We would like to sincerely thank all fans for your continued love and support for Lucas. We hereby inform you that the exclusive contract...
Tiger Resort, Leisure and Entertainment Inc. (TRLEI), the owner of Okada Manila integrated casino resort, registered a 53- percent drop in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) during the first quarter—signaling that the local casino business is still far from a...
K-pop girl group Aespa is set to embark on a new chapter with the release of their second studio album “Lemonade,” on May 29. According to reports, “Lemonade” will contain 10 new tracks with sharper storytelling, elevated production, and a more confident, evolved sound. The release will...
SM Entertainment 's chief relations officer, Kim Ji-won, and chief global officer, Choi Jeong-min, made it to Billboard 's prestigious Women In Music anew. Billboard shared the news Friday on their official website. The recognition marks the second consecutive year both executives have...
Four major K-pop agencies are reportedly joining forces to establish a joint venture aimed at launching a large-scale music festival that could rival global events like the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival . According to reports from Yonhap News Agency , HYBE , YG Entertainment , SM...
EDITORS DESK For years, the desert of Indio, California, has been one of the most important places in music. The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has launched careers and made history. On April 10, 2026 (April 11 Manila time), it made history once more: for the first time ever, a Filipino...
More often than not, it’s those unplanned encounters that reveal a child’s confidence, values, and sense of self. Such was the case for nine-year-old Rhiannon Alvarez, whose simple family dinner turned into a memorable and once-in-a-lifetime moment that her mother, Elle Alvarez, would later...
Actress Fyang Smith confirmed that her fellow actor JM Ibarra is courting her, while noting that the two continue to share a close friendship. "Tungkol sa aming relationship, nililigawan niya po ako. Nanliligaw pa rin siya sa akin hanggang ngayon" (Regarding our relationship, he is courting me. He...
K-pop boy band TWS dropped the narrative trailer for their upcoming fifth mini-album "No Tragedy," offering a glimpse into its theme. Titled "Opening Sonnet : star-cross’d lovers," the trailer, released on HYBE Labels Official YouTube channel, evokes a sense of curiosity for the narrative that...
Hrtz.wav, the global band under Kakao Entertainment, officially debuted with the mini-album “The First Wave” on April 8, aiming to spark a new wave in the music scene. Hrtz.wav’s members are the five winners from the global band-making project “Steal Heart Club”: Keiten (guitar,)...
