KARINA, Ryujin, and Han Sua share their Okinawa trip on Instagram, showcasing their fun moments and cute outfits together.

The KGMA organizing committee revealed the solo, band, and trot lineup for the 3rd Korea Grand Music Awards, to be held November 7-8 at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome. The roster includes Dayoung, Minho, Young K, Yuna, Choi Yena, LUCY, TOUCHED, Novelbright, Park Ji-hyun, and Jang Minho.

ITZY returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 6th after completing “ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR IN TAIPEI.” The article is based on local media coverage, and readers are asked to note that the photos may vary. Related headlines mention the final lineup for the Asia Artist Awards and ITZY’s new album theme of believing in oneself.

Dwango will exclusively livestream the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS from Busan, South Korea, on Niconico on September 19, 2026. The red carpet is free, while the awards ceremony and live performances require a net ticket. Buyers also get access to past TMA shows from 2019 to 2025.

ITZY departed for Taiwan through Incheon International Airport on the morning of the 4th for “ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR IN TAIPEI.” The text also mentions that ITZY and RESCENE have been confirmed for the Asia Artist Awards lineup, and that ITZY released the music video for their title track “Motto,” featuring fantastical visuals reminiscent of a fairy tale world.

Asia Artist Awards 2026 has finalized its star-studded lineup for the two-day event in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on December 5-6. Performers include Naniwa Danshi, Dayoung, Sung Hanbin, Wonpil, Chaeryeong, CORTIS, OURBIRTHDAY, and TUIDE, with Wonyoung, Ji Chang-wook, and Sung Hanbin as MCs. Top actors and global singers also join the celebration.

On the morning of the 2nd, aespa departed for São Paulo, Brazil, via Incheon International Airport for the “2026-27 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK : COMPLaeXITY.” Separately, GISELLE appears on the cover of the October issue of CLASSY. for the first time, and WINTER sings on the newly released “Speed of Summer,” with a special clip also unveiled.

AAA 2026 will be held over two days, December 5 and 6, at Kaohsiung National Stadium. The event added IDID, QWER, CLOSE YOUR EYES, KISS OF LIFE, and KickFlip to its singer lineup, while actors and top K-pop groups such as MONSTA X, ATEEZ, TXT, ITZY, ZEROBASEONE, RIIZE, TWS, and MEOVV will also appear.

SHINee’s Minho presents a deep narrative of love and farewell through his 2nd mini album, Make it hot. The album includes the sensual yet refreshing pop dance track “Liquid (Feat. BELLE of KISS OF LIFE),” the medium-tempo R&B song “Ending Scene,” and the Afro-house-based “Love Me Now.” The teaser image, released on the 27th, shows him creating a unique mood against a sunset-lit island backdrop. The album will be released on September 7 at 6 p.m. through music streaming sites.

aespa’s GISELLE appears on the cover of CLASSY.’s October 2026 regular edition, on sale August 28. It is her first appearance in the magazine and the first cover by an aespa member in a Japanese magazine in about three years. The issue includes an eight-page fashion shoot and long interview.

aespa’s WINTER transforms into a refreshing rock star through the project song “Speed of Summer,” released with dingo. The alternative punk rock track blends energetic band sounds and a lively rhythm, expressing youthful freedom and release. Mastering by Abbey Road’s Geoff Pesche enhances its dynamic texture, and fans are excited about WINTER’s new appeal.