
The 38th Golden Disc Awards announced the candidates for each category. The Golden Disc Awards office opened the official website at 2 pm on the 4th and announced the candidates for the main categories such as digital sound sources and album awards for the 38th Golden Disc Awards with mandiri. The candidates were judged based on the sound sources and albums released from mid-November last year to early November 2023, and were selected by quantitative evaluation (evaluating objectively by quantifying data). The sound sources and albums excluded from the candidates due to overlapping with the previous year's deadline are included in this year's evaluation. In the digital sound source award category, candidates include (G)I-DLE, aespa, AKMU, DK, FIFTY FIFTY, H1-KEY, IVE, LE SSERAFIM, NCT DREAM, NewJeans, STAYC, Park Jeong, the unit of SEVENTEEN, Woody, Im Yeongun, BTS's Jungkook and Jimin, BLACKPINK's Jisoo, BIGBANG's SOL. In the album award category, 20 groups including (G)I-DLE, aespa, Agust D (BTS's SUGA), ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, EXO, ITZY, IVE, LE SSERAFIM, NCT, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, NMIXX, Stary Kids, TREASURE, TWICE, ZEROBASEONE, SEVENTEEN, Jungkook, TOMORROW X TOGETHER are nominated. The candidates for the Rookie Award, which can only be won once in a lifetime, are selected by combining the amount of sound source usage and album sales. BOYNEXTDOOR, EVNNE, FIFTY FIFTY, PLAVE, RIIZE, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, LUN8, n.SSign, and Fan Yeongun are nominated. The "38th Golden Disc Awards with mandiri" will be held at the Jakarta International Stadium in Indonesia on January 6, 2024. This is the 5th time the event is held overseas. Following the 26th in Japan, the 27th in Malaysia, the 29th in China, and the 37th in Thailand, it is preparing to meet global fans again. The awards ceremony will be broadcast live on JTBC2 and JTBC4 in Korea, and delayed broadcast on JTBC. ASTRO's Cha Eunwoo will make his first attempt as the MC for the 38th Golden Disc Awards! Song Shikyung is selected for the 8th year. The 38th Golden Disc Awards will be held in Jakarta on January 6, 2024! Photo = Golden Disc Awards Office
Choi Yoon-soo, after ending his activities with EVNNE, has been active on Instagram sharing stylish photos and connecting with fans. He recently supported the debut of AND2BLE, a new group featuring former members he worked with. His return to YH Entertainment was brief, as his contract ended in February. Fans are excited about his updates and express their support online.
BOYNEXTDOOR celebrates their 3rd debut anniversary on May 30, reflecting on their journey and expressing their passion for music. They hosted a 'DOOR Party' from May 23-30, featuring quizzes and a short play. Their 1st full album 'HOME' releases on June 8, showcasing themes of love, growth, and shared memories, with all members participating in its creation.
Ahead of their comeback, RIIZE released a trailer for their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring highlights from the song 'SOAR'. They celebrated their 1000th day since debut with a fan party, where they engaged with fans and performed covers. The members expressed gratitude to their fans and previewed their new title track 'Do your dance'. The album is set to release on June 15.
On the morning of the 31st, BTS members SUGA, J-HOPE, and Jimin arrived in Korea via Incheon International Airport after finishing their North America tour, 'ARIRANG'. The article includes photos from local media, and it notes that BTS also won a major award at the American Music Awards after five years.
LIZDA, a skincare-focused makeup brand, has appointed IVE's Iso as its new muse, aligning with its vision of healthy, radiant skin. Known for its 'idol prep' primer line, LIZDA plans to launch a global campaign featuring Iso, enhancing its brand message. The brand recently succeeded in an offline project at 'AZIP Seongsu,' aiming to strengthen its unique market position in global beauty.
On the afternoon of the 30th, BTS members Jin, Jungkook, RM, and V returned to Korea via Incheon International Airport after their successful North American tour, which attracted approximately 840,000 fans. As anticipation builds for their upcoming Busan concert, President Lee Jae-myung has called for measures to address rising accommodation costs, warning it could harm the city's image.
BTS's 5th full album 'ARIRANG' maintains its position at No. 2 on the 'Weekly Top Album Global' chart and has achieved gold certification in the UK. The title track 'SWIM' ranks 4th globally and has seen significant movement in various charts. BTS continues to dominate with multiple tracks charting and is set to conclude their North American tour soon.
BTS kicked off their North America tour in Tampa, performing 15 sold-out shows across five cities. The tour generated significant economic impact, with estimates of up to $2 billion in local benefits. Their performances not only showcased their music but also heightened interest in Korean culture, as noted by local media and academic experts. BTS's influence was evident in their interactions with local leaders and communities, further solidifying their global impact.
RIIZE unveiled a personal trailer for their upcoming album, showcasing Sohee exploring a city guided by an unknown voice. The cinematic trailer highlights her unique charm. Their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring 6 tracks including 'Do Your Dance', will be released on June 15. Additionally, they will share special content from a summer camp on YouTube starting June 2.
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