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Some K-pop artists, including IVE, KiiiKiii, FIFTY FIFTY, and Park Hyo-shin, submitted songs for the Grammy’s new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, along with Japanese and other Asian acts. But BTS, Stray Kids, and other major-label artists declined, amid debate over whether the category helps or isolates Asian music.

WWD KOREA released a September feature on ATEEZ’s SEONGHWA, titled “IN HIS GOLDEN HOUR.” He reflected on his growth, ATEEZ’s eight-year journey, their Billboard and sales success, his evolving fashion sense, new hobbies like fencing and guitar, and his deep gratitude to fans and members.

The 2026 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan will be held on December 12 and 13, 2026 at MUFG Stadium (National Stadium). New artists announced include NiziU, INI, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, NEXZ, KickFlip, AEN, and TUIDE, with performance dates revealed. Tickets and premium lounge options are on sale.

ATEEZ’s SAN and WOOYOUNG appeared on TEO’s “Salon Drip,” where they addressed SAN’s false dating rumor from Milan and showed their close bond. WOOYOUNG also revealed he still shows affection to his mother, and both discussed their matching friendship tattoos and unwavering trust in each other.

Maison Kitsune has unveiled editorial visuals featuring YUNHO of ATEEZ wearing the brand’s 2026 fall/winter collection. Centered on the theme “Where Urban Meets the Wild,” the campaign blends his refined presence with Maison Kitsune’s Paris-Tokyo identity across seven looks, from leather jackets to long coats and soft knitwear. The visuals will roll out on official social channels and online platforms, with special window displays, a video series, and a limited lookbook giveaway also planned.

MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2026 in Taipei will bring eight Asian artists to Taipei Arena on October 24 and 25, 2026. The performance order has been announced, along with special collaborations exclusive to the event: FRUITS ZIPPER with Hearts2Hearts on Day 1, and &TEAM with a special guest cover stage on Day 2. All artists will appear at the opening and ending of each show with MC Sho Sakurai. Tickets are on sale through KHAM Ticket, with ID registration required.

ATEEZ announced the 2027 world tour “ZERO TO ALL” after their new album comeback. The tour begins with a three-day Incheon concert in January, then continues to Tokyo, Kobe, Europe, North America, and South America, with more dates to be added. They will also release their 15th mini album in November.

U-NEXT will exclusively livestream 2026 MUSIC BANK in Barcelona on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with a replay available after the live broadcast. The Barcelona show featured Park Bo-gum as MC and performances by ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, NMIXX, and other K-pop artists.

ATEEZ’s August 5 fan meeting at K Arena Yokohama, part of “2026 ATEEZ FANMEETING ATINY'S VOYAGE : TINY MYSTERY IN JAPAN,” will be broadcast on WOWOW Live and streamed on October 17. The event featured powerful performances, cover songs, games, VCR segments, and special moments with ATINY.

HELLO KITTY’s BLACK SERIES is teaming up with ATEEZ for its first K-pop collaboration. A limited-time pop-up store will open in Tokyo’s Omotesando from October 16 to 25, 2026, featuring new merchandise, special exhibits, a large signed Hello Kitty display, and a chance to win signed cards.