aespa collaborates with Anderson .Paak on the single "Keychain" from the film "K-POPS!", gaining global attention.
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aespa has released the single "Keychain (FROM THE FILM K-POPS!)" today (27th) in collaboration with pop star Anderson .Paak. "Keychain (FROM THE FILM K-POPS!)" is part of the original soundtrack for the movie "K-POPS!", produced and directed by Anderson .Paak, blending his unique hip-hop, R&B, and funk roots sound with aespa's distinctive vibes, receiving positive reactions from music fans worldwide. Anderson .Paak, a Korean-American pop star who gained recognition as a Grammy nominee with his 2016 album "Malibu", is also known for his project group "Silk Sonic" with Bruno Mars, achieving a number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning a total of nine Grammy Awards, making this collaboration with aespa highly anticipated. The film "K-POPS!", which Anderson .Paak produced, directed, and starred in, depicts the Korean community in the U.S. as one of the major multicultural groups, showcasing their culture, music, and identity in a family comedy film that premiered today. aespa will also hold their "2026 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK : aeXIS LINE" tour in Macau on March 7-8.
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