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Lana Del Rey Announces New Album and Embraces a Bold New Direction

November 29, 2024

Lana Del Rey, the queen of melancholic ballads and cinematic storytelling, has officially announced her new album, The Right Person Will Stay, set to release on May 21, 2025. This marks her tenth...

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Addison Rae: From Tiktoker to Pop Music Trend Setter

November 29, 2024

Addison Rae’s TikTok career skyrocketed in 2019, making her one of the most recognizable faces on the platform. Known for her engaging dance routines and approachable demeanor, she quickly amassed...

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From Small-Town Roots to Country Royalty: The Inspiring Journey of Luke Combs

November 29, 2024

Luke Combs, one of country music's most electrifying stars, embodies the genre's heart and soul with his deeply resonant voice and heartfelt lyrics. His meteoric rise from a small-town...

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Clairo: Redefining Indie Pop with Vulnerability and Authenticity

November 29, 2024

In the world of indie pop, Clairo has emerged as a voice of a generation—an artist whose music feels as personal as it is universal. Born Claire Cottrill, the Massachusetts native rose to fame with...

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The Marías: Redefining Pop with Dreamy Elegance

November 29, 2024

In a world of loud and fast-paced pop music, The Marías have emerged as a band that thrives on subtlety and sophistication. Known for their ethereal soundscapes, bilingual lyrics, and vintage...

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Kendrick Lamar's GNX: A Bold New Era

November 24, 2024

Kendrick Lamar has once again captivated the music world with the unexpected release of his sixth studio album, GNX, on November 22, 2024. This surprise drop marks his first full-length project...

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Kendrick Lamar: A Multifaceted Icon of Art, Activism, and Innovation

November 24, 2024

Kendrick Lamar, often celebrated as one of the most influential rappers of his generation, is more than just a hip-hop artist. Born Kendrick Lamar Duckworth on June 17, 1987, in Compton, California...

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How Radiohead Revolutionized 90s Alternative Culture

November 24, 2024

The 1990s saw the rise of many influential bands, but few reshaped the alternative music landscape like Radiohead. With a sound that transcended traditional rock, they pushed the boundaries of the...

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Billie Eilish and Finneas: The Sibling Duo Behind Pop’s Biggest Hits

November 24, 2024

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell have become one of the most successful creative duos in modern music. From chart-topping singles to Grammy-winning albums, their collaborative...

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Sabrina Carpenter Faces Criticism for Embracing Sensuality in Her Performances

November 24, 2024

Sabrina Carpenter has found herself at the center of a debate as critics question her bold embrace of sensuality in her recent performances and music. The singer, known for her evolution from...

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Lil Nas X Drops New Single “Need Dat Boy” and Fans Are Loving It

November 24, 2024

Lil Nas X is back with another hit, and his latest single, “Need Dat Boy,” is already turning heads. Known for his ability to blend catchy beats with bold, unapologetic lyrics, the Grammy-winning...

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Meek Mill: A Force in the Rap Industry

November 24, 2024

The rap industry has seen countless talents rise and fall, but few have left as lasting a mark as Meek Mill. Born Robert Rihmeek Williams on May 6, 1987, in South Philadelphia, Meek's journey to...

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They're Not Real? The Rise in Virtual Kpop Groups

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As virtual technology continues to evolve and we move towards the metaverse future, the K-pop industry has begun delving into all the possibilities. Virtual/ AI groups and performers are becoming increasingly popular and widespread in the K-pop industry. In this article, we’ll dive into a few virtual groups that have debuted in recent years.

AESPA

In November 2020, SM Entertainment debuted Aespa, the first K-pop group with their own AI avatars. The group debuted with the single “Black Mamba” and has released three albums since. Having popularized the metaverse concept in K-pop, the group consists of four members and their virtual counterparts (“aes”). These online avatars have been created from the data that the members have uploaded online, being the reflection of Aepsa.

ETERN!TY

Created by Pulse9’s technology, the group, consisting of 11 members, made their debut in March 2021 with their first single, “I’m Real.” The company started by generating female faces using Deep Real AI, based on the traits: cute, sexy, innocent, and intelligent. Based on fan votes, the winning characters were designed and have been projected onto the faces of actual girls. However, the voices of the members are the voices of the actual singers.

MAVE

MAVE is a four-member girl group, entirely composed of AI members, under Metaverse Entertainment. The group debuted with their single album, “Pandora’s Box” in January 2023. The group’s name means “make a new wave,” as it hopes to create a new wave of K-pop that includes virtual idols. The group is formed through a collaboration between Kakao, an internet company, and Netmarble, a mobile game company.

PLAVE

In March 2023, PLAVE made their debut under Kakao’s VLAST with the single album “Asterum.” Unlike other virtual artists, PLAVE uses computer graphics to create manhwa-style characters in place of the real bodies. Each track on their album was written and composed by the members themselves.

FE:VERSE

FE:VERSE is a virtual 5-member girl group formed by the winners of Kakao’s survival show, GIRL’S RE:VERSE. The group debuted with “CHO” in May 2023. Although the members are virtual, they are played by idols from other K-pop groups.