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The Best K-Pop Moments of 2020

According to the journalists and writers who love and write about Korean idol music.

Music and Milestones: A Journey Through BTS’s 2020

Take a trip through BTS’s landmark year.

These Musicians Are Reshaping Sound — and Visualizing the Future

The artists presented here — Tayla Parx, Nija Charles, Teddy Geiger, Gwen Bunn, NIKI, Tiera, and Ambré — won’t be pinned in.

All the Hidden References in Taylor Swift’s “evermore”

15 songs from folklore’s sister album are here!

BTS's Jin Releases Ruminative New Song "Abyss" for His Birthday

He also opened up about experiencing burnout and anxiety following their Billboard chart success.

The Weeknd’s Grammy Noms Response Is Vital. Justin Bieber’s Isn't

“The Grammys remain corrupt. You owe me, my fans and the industry transparency…”

The Song That Defined Your Decade, Based on Zodiac Sign

I feel seen.

BLACKPINK Reflect on Trainee Days and Being There for Each Other

“We’re always there to remind each other that we’re all trying our best.”

12 Ariana Grande Songs We Can't Live Without

The singer knows that feelings are exhausting, sometimes destructive, but they can also be beautiful.

Normani Is Charting New Territory — Rooted In Relatability

"I’m never going to get my first album back.”

Fletcher Talks New Album, Breakup, and White Privilege

"This entire body of work is about the ups and downs of a relationship."

Jaden Smith's New Album Is a Prequel to His Other Projects

Featuring a collab with Justin Bieber.

For Women in Hip-Hop, 2020 Has Already Been an Iconic Year

In this op-ed writer, Shamira Ibrahim contextualizes the significance of 2020’s hit-making women rappers.

BTS Announces Comeback Schedule for "Dynamite"

Get ready for some “Dynamite.”

Ryan Destiny Just Dropped an R&B Anthem We Can All Feel

Plus, new music from Skip Marley and mxmtoon, and more.

15 of Our Favorite Looks From Red Velvet’s Music Videos

From schoolgirl uniforms to fishnets and grunge, the K-Pop group has tried it all. 

Waking Up With Rebecca Black

At 13, Rebecca Black said life felt like a dream. Today, she's wide awake and taking on the real world.

The Racist History of America's Patriotic Anthems

Black people are expected to sing songs that, for so long, declared and celebrated freedom that specifically excluded us.

New Music Friday: BTS, Haim, Khruangbin

Music from familiar artists and newcomers with deeply cathartic melodies.