K-Pop Archives

Former SM chief Han creates new K-pop agency to break US market

Former SM Entertainment chief executive Nikki Semin Han has established a new US-facing K-pop agency and music label, Titan Content.

Live Nation targets K-Pop gains with talent giant JYP

Live Nation is seeking a major expansion in K-Pop through a multi-year deal with Twice's management company JYP Entertainment.

Gangwon Winter Youth Olympic Games tickets allow peek at future sporting stars

Tickets for next year’s Winter Youth Olympic Games in Gangwon have been made available, with fans able to witness future sporting stars while also exploring the host country South Korea.

K-Pop stars IVE announce world tour ticket details

K-Pop girl group IVE have announced their first world tour ‘Show What I Have’ with tickets soon available across several continents.

K-pop’s Seventeen announce new dates across Asia

K-pop giants Seventeen have announced an extension of their Follow tour with new dates across three Asian countries.

Concert schedule helps to boost SM Entertainment Q2 revenue

South Korea’s SM Entertainment posted a 30% year-on-year boost in Q2 revenue thanks to an increased line-up of concerts domestically and internationally.

K-pop’s Ailee announces first solo show in Hong Kong

K-pop artist Ailee is set to hold her first solo concert in Hong Kong later this month, performing at the 1,850-capacity MacPherson Stadium.

South Korea’s B.I announces European tour

South Korean singer and rapper B.I has announced the cities and countries he will visit as part of the upcoming 2023 ‘Love Or Die’ European tour.

Tech Stack: K-pop, attractions and more…

Our weekly tech round-up from the world of ticketing and associated industries…

K-pop’s Hybe agency targets $380m for global M&A push

South Korean K-pop giant Hybe is reportedly seeking $380m in new finance as it targets an M&A drive in the Americas.

K-pop group Aespa to embark on first global tour

K-pop group Aespa have announced their first global tour ‘Synk: Hyper Line’, produced by live entertainment company Live Nation.

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UEFA unveils ‘fans first’ Euro 2024 tix strategy

Wimbledon raises ticket prices for 2023 championships

Lord’s lifetime membership owners allowed to jump 29-year queue

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