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SM Entertainment VS. Its Artists

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SM Entertainment, one of the most prominent entertainment companies in South Korea, has played a significant role in shaping the K-pop industry and launching numerous successful careers. However, behind the glitz and glamour, there have been instances of disputes and tensions between the artists and their management. Let’s take a look at some of the notable conflicts between SM Entertainment and its artists over the years.   1. EXO’s lawsuit: In 2014, three members of the popular boy group EXO—Kris (Wu Yifan), Luhan (Lu Han), and Tao (Huang Zitao)—filed lawsuits…

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Western Artists Who Influenced K-Pop Tunes Evolution

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While K-Pop boasts a distinctive and innovative sound, it owes a debt of gratitude to the pioneers who paved the way for its evolution. Among these pioneers are Western artists who have left an indelible mark on the genre, reshaping its tunes and inspiring generations of K-Pop artists to push creative boundaries. Let’s explore the profound influence of Western artists on the vibrant landscape of K-Pop, highlighting the musical maestros who have played a pivotal role in its transformative journey.   1. Michael Jackson: As the King of Pop, Michael…

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The K-Pop’s Most Controversial Split That Changed Laws

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Dubbed as the most successful boy group, SM Entertainment has produced, TVXQ, went from 5 Members To 2 in 2009. In a groundbreaking move that sent shockwaves through the K-Pop industry, three members of the iconic group TVXQ—Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu—took legal action against their management agency, SM Entertainment. Their lawsuit shed light on the harsh realities of the entertainment industry, particularly the long-term contracts and unfair wages imposed on artists, often referred to as “slave contracts.”  Three members of TVXQ, Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu took SM Entertainment to court…

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Scary Moments in K-Pop That Will Make You Question Fan Culture

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It’s not always a bright sunny day in K-Pop, and we know that! No matter how glitzy and glam the K-Pop industry is, it has creepy and scary moments. Below are just some of the scariest moments and creepy fan encounters that happened in the industry. ATEEZ Experiencing Racism at The Airport When ATEEZ landed in Saudi Arabia, an unnamed individual hurled racist slurs and made statements toward ATEEZ. The individual also recorded ATEEZ making racial statements and posted it to his TikTok account. The video quickly went viral, attracting…

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Idols Who Were Once Fans Of Your Favorite Groups

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Before turning into professional musicians, many of K-Pop idols were inspired by their idols. It is no wonder that we want them to succeed as much as we want to be successful ourselves because they are just like us in some ways and for that reason alone; we want them to succeed. This list of stars who were inspired by their idols is more than just fans who love their idols and wish them the best. In fact, some of these figures have become quite famous on their own through…

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K-Pop Legends And Their Inspiring Stories

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The K-Pop idols we see today seem to have it all. Fame, money, and love from their fans all over the world; they got it all. But before reaching that status such hardships had to be endured. Here are some of the idols who have inspiring stories before becoming K-Pop legends. Super Junior Eunhyuk He once shared that they lived in a house where there was no toilet, but there was a public restroom station not far from their house, so they would frequently use that when they had to…

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K-Pop Idols And Their Encounter With Sasaeng Fans

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Being a fan brings so much joy and excitement to our lives. We can’t deny how significant the impact they made on how we live. But some fans have gotten obsessed and have crossed the lines and Koreans call it, “sasaeng.” The term “sasaeng” comes from the Korean words “sa” meaning “private” and “saeng” meaning “life.” Here are some of the most disturbing stories of K-Celebrities who were harrassed by sasaengs. Yunho’s Glue Drink In 2014, TVXQ‘s Yunho shared the details of what happened after his infamous poison accident happened in 2006.…

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The “Firsts” In K-pop Industry Made By Your Favorite Idols

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Back when K-Pop is not yet known all over the globe, its unique fandom culture has been the backbone of the industry since the beginning. Take a look at these idols who introduced the distinctive and most celebrated fandom culture today’s K-Pop fans enjoy. Here are some of K-pop’s firsts: First Lightstick: BIGBANG’s Bangbong Before the lights that can form an ocean, balloons are the official fandom’s cheering gear, but it changed after BIGBANG’s leader G-Dragon thought of Bangbong. He thought of helping distinguish the V.I.Ps among the other fandoms.…

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Second Generation K-Pop Idols Are Back To Dominate 2021

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Old K-Pop fans, 2021 is ours! It’s been so long since we saw news (lots of it) of second-generation k-pop idols releasing new music, but 2021 is finally our year. Now that many of the second generation idols especially the men are out from the military, it is expected that their groups will be together again to promote actively. There are also few female idols that will return to represent second-generation girl groups. K-Pop nowadays is composed of 4th generation idols and some from the 3rd generation and very few from the 2nd…

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SM Entertainment Shaped Today’s K-Pop Culture

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SM Entertainment has undoubtedly shaped K-pop culture as we know it today. CEO Lee Soo Man founded the first K-pop idol group and created the unique idol system that has become the industry standard. Other entertainment companies have followed SM’s lead, resulting in the vast and vibrant K-pop idol scene that we enjoy today. Their first-ever idol group H.O.T became phenomenal right after their debut. Followed by BoA and TVXQ which not only dominated South Korea but also opened the doors to the International market specifically, Japan and the US.…

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