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Camila Cabello Unveils Album with Double Dose of Drake

June 19, 2024

In an exciting revelation, pop sensation Camila Cabello has shared that her upcoming album, C,XOXO, will feature not one, but two collaborations with the legendary Drake. Speaking to Billboard...

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Liz Lawrence's New Album 'Peanuts': A Sonic Rallying Cry for Community and Connection

June 19, 2024

Liz Lawrence has always enriched her songwriting by absorbing the influence of various art forms, and her latest album, Peanuts, set for release on June 7th, exemplifies this approach. An artist...

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From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Sara Evans' Journey of Reconciliation and Renewal

June 19, 2024

Sara Evans, the acclaimed country music artist known for her captivating voice and heartfelt lyrics, is back with a new album that promises to resonate deeply with fans. "Unbroke," her latest...

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Meghan Trainor: Celebrating a Decade with 'Timeless'

June 19, 2024

Ten years ago, Meghan Trainor burst onto the music scene with her smash hit "All About That Bass," a song that not only showcased her unique blend of doo-wop and contemporary pop but also became an...

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Eminem's "When I'm Gone" Hits One Billion Views: A Milestone in YouTube History

June 19, 2024

Eminem's iconic music video for "When I'm Gone" has officially reached one billion views on YouTube, marking a monumental achievement for the rapper and solidifying its status as one of his most...

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A.R. Rahman: The Maestro of Modern Indian Music

June 19, 2024

Allah Rakha Rahman, known globally as A.R. Rahman, is synonymous with musical genius and innovation. Born on January 6, 1967, in Chennai, India, Rahman's journey from a child prodigy to an...

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Eventbrite Study Reveals Shift in Ticket-Buying Trends Among Music Fans

June 19, 2024

A recent study by Eventbrite has uncovered a notable shift in the behaviour of music fans, who are now purchasing concert tickets later than ever before. This trend was a key topic of discussion at...

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Why are female artists underplayed on Canadian radio?

June 19, 2024

A new University of Ottawa study has revealed a stark disparity in the airplay of music by women, particularly racialized and trans artists, on commercial Canadian radio over the past decade...

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Thousands of Swifties made 'unbelievable impact' on Edinburgh

June 19, 2024

Taylor Swift’s billion-dollar Eras Tour recently graced Edinburgh, bringing a flood of enthusiastic Swifties to the city and creating an exceptional boom for local businesses. Tens of thousands of...

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Amazon Music Livestream: Showcasing Kendrick Lamar in "The Pop Out — Ken & Friends"

June 19, 2024

Amazon Music is set to enhance its live streaming offerings with an exciting event: "The Pop Out — Ken & Friends," featuring the acclaimed rapper Kendrick Lamar. Scheduled for Juneteenth in...

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The Black Keys' Management Shift: A New Chapter and Its Impact on the Live Music Sector

June 18, 2024

The Black Keys, the renowned rock duo, have recently made headlines with their decision to part ways with their long-time managers, Irving Azoff and Steve Moir. This significant change comes in the...

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Jhené Aiko: The Soulful Songstress of Contemporary R&B

June 18, 2024

Jhené Aiko Efuru Chilombo, known professionally as Jhené Aiko, has become a defining voice in contemporary R&B with her ethereal vocals, deeply personal lyrics, and genre-blending sound. Born on...

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Introducing JYP And Republic Records American Girl Group: VCHA

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Photo Credit: Teen Vogue

K-pop continually establishes itself as an ever-evolving genre. In the past decade, it has truly become a global phenomenon. So what’s next for the K-pop genre? 

For the past few months, K-pop fans have turned to the new reality competition that is America 2 Korea (A2K). The show’s premise involves contestants earning “stones” for achieving competencies in various areas, including dancing, singing, and character. The show starts in the US – where teens from across the country audition to debut in the next “global girl group.” The contestants are then given the opportunity to train in South Korea to work towards being the final group members. On September 21, J.Y. Park, the founder of JYP Entertainment, announced the final lineup for VCHA (pronounced: vit-chaa), a group formed by JYP and Republic Records. The lineup of VCHA consists of Camila, Lexus, Savanna, Kendall, KG, and Kaylee. 

VCHA has released their first pre-debut single, ‘SeVit (NEW LIGHT)’, and the title track, “Y.O.Universe.” Park was involved in writing and producing “Y.O.Universe,” an up-tempo pop song that captures the narratives and journeys of A2K contestants. The single also features the songs used in the final round, “Go Getter” and “Know Me Like That.”

A2K challenges what exactly makes K-pop, K-pop. The ultimate challenge awaits – how will K-pop fans respond to these shifts in the music industry? Given that the pre-debut songs have already demonstrated immense potential, many are hopeful for VCHA’s official debut.