K-POP event expands to 2 days in April with SHINee's Taemin, VIVIZ, JO1's Junki Kono & Sho Yonashiro, and LUN8.

「週刊ナイナイミュージック」がSMTOWN LIVE 2025 in TOKYOの裏側を特集。ナインティナインがSMアーティストと交流し、輪投げ企画で盛り上がる様子が放送された。aespaや東方神起などが登場し、楽しいエピソードが展開された。

SHINee's Key is set to launch his first solo US tour in December after kicking off in Seoul from September 26-28. The tour will include stops in major cities like Los Angeles, Dallas, and Chicago, showcasing his unique musical identity. His recent album 'HUNTER' has also gained significant acclaim, reaching the top 10 on iTunes in 27 regions.

On the afternoon of the 25th, SHINee's Minho returned to Korea via Incheon International Airport after completing his overseas schedule. Just before the Tokyo Dome concert, he participated in a sports event, showcasing impressive stamina. The SMTOWN LIVE concert at Tokyo Dome drew 95,000 fans, featuring popular Japanese covers and surprise announcements.

Key from SHINee achieved his first solo win on KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' with his new song 'HUNTER', which features a blend of powerful beats and intricate lyrics about a complex relationship. His dynamic performance captivated the audience, enhancing the dramatic atmosphere of the show, which also featured various other artists.

On the afternoon of the 20th, MBC MUSIC's 'SHOW CHAMPION' aired live from Gyeonggi-do's Goyang City. The show featured performances from various artists, including ASTRO's MJ and JinJin's new unit ZOONIZINI, SECRET NUMBER, and the Japanese unit MADEIN S. Notably, SHINee's Key won first place without appearing on the show. The new unit ZOONIZINI released their title track 'Some Things Never Change', while MADEIN S debuted with their performance of 'BLUE'.

SHINee's Key will hold his solo concert '2025 KEYLAND: Uncanny Valley' in Seoul, live-streamed on September 28. Expect new songs, unique visuals, and stunning performances. The concert promises to immerse fans in Key's world, though there may be audio/video issues due to the live broadcast. Check KNTV for updates.

On the afternoon of the 19th, a media preview for the play 'Waiting for Godot Waiting for Godot' was held at Seoul's YES24 Hall, attended by SHINee's Minho and other cast members. Minho plays the understudy role of Val, transforming into a character eager to perform with Esther. He is expected to deliver a more nuanced emotional performance in the 2025 season.

Taemin of SHINee concluded a successful fan meeting titled '2025 TAEMIN FANMEETING [CLASS-MATE]' in Seoul, featuring games, performances, and heartfelt interactions with fans. He expressed gratitude for their support over his 18-year career and announced upcoming events in Hangzhou and Japan.

ONeW from SHINee will release his 2nd mini-album "SAKU" on October 1, marking his first release in about three years. The album features five flower-themed songs and a refreshing atmosphere. Special events for fans include signings and a concert at Budokan. ONEW expresses a desire to share emotions found in nature, stating, "You are my flowers."

At a press conference for SHINee's new album 'HUNTER', Key discussed his experience with the Netflix show 'KPOP Girls! Demon Hunters'. He expressed surprise at the show's popularity and shared insights about the album, which explores themes of self and identity, featuring the dynamic title track 'HUNTER'.