What does K-pop stand for?

K-pop is short for Korean pop music. It's originated in South Korea and has become popular all over the world.

What kind of music is Kpop?

Kpop draws influence from a range of genres like pop, experimental, rock, hip-hop, R&B, electronic, and dance music.

When was de contemporary K-pop invented?

April 11th, 1992. This is the date when the band Seo Taiji and boys performed on TV for the first time. The band is considered the first K-pop group.

What is a K-pop idol?

A K-pop idol is simply a member of a K-pop group or a K-pop solo artist. They mostly target the younger audience.

How do K-pop idols get recruited?

There are many entertainment companies in South Korea who are constantly looking for new artists, mostly minors. The ones that get accepted will have to spend years of training their singing and dancing skills, for several hours a day.