• “A Father's Dilemma” — Yoon Sang Opens Up About the Struggle with RIIZE Anton's K-Pop Aspiration

    A musician named Yoon Sang and his son, RIIZE's Anton, were guests on a family-themed show of tvN's "You Quiz on the Block" on January 17.

    This day, MC Yoo Jae Suk asked Yoon Sang if he had ever thought he would have a child with a K-pop star.

    Yoon Sang replied right away, "I never in my life thought it would happen."

    I mean, he has loved music ever since he was a kid, but being a hero is a whole other thing. Anton used to be a swimmer for ten years.

    He was pretty good at it compared to his friends.

    Anton told them that his dream had never been to become a competitive swimmer.

    "I didn't swim because I wanted to be a professional swimmer."

    I did it mostly to get into a good school.

    I learned to play the piano and the guitar while I was swimming.

    "When I was in middle school, I also became interested in writing music," the RIIZE member said.
    "When he first told me he wanted to be an idol, I told him, 'Don't joke with me,'" Yoon Sang continued.

    I almost had a stroke when he told me he was going to Korea to become a K-Pop star.

    We talked about it for a year, his mother and I, along with Chanyoung Alant.

    After much thought, we chose to let him try it.

    He wasn't going to do well in school anyway with that goal in mind.

    That's how he got on the plane to Korea.

    After that, Anton said in an interview, "I knew that my parents had a different future planned for me."

    My dad lived in Korea, away from us. When he came to visit, he would work on music in the basement workshop the whole time.

    When the music came up through the floors, I would put my ear to the floor to get a better sound.

    When he left, I would go down to the basement by myself because it smelled like him and I was curious about what he was doing.

    Around the same time, Yoon Sang thought about the first time in his life that his son bought him food.

    'Are you free?' he asked me the day before Christmas.

    He paid for our food when we went out to eat.

    I cried when I got home.

    My own child had bought me food for the first time. 'He's already grown up this much?'"

    That's all for today. The other members of RIIZE also welcomed viewers, and Yoon Sang presented each member one by one.

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  • BTS’s J-Hope Drops More Dreamy Concept Photos for ‘Sweet Dreams’ — Fans Can’t Get Enough of His Cozy and Romantic Vibes

    BTS’s J-Hope is keeping fans excited as he drops even more stunning concept photos for his highly anticipated new single!

    On March 4, J-Hope released the second concept photo for his digital single "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" through BTS’s official social media, giving fans another glimpse into the warm and romantic theme of his comeback.

    In the latest photos, J-Hope brings out the sweet and dreamy vibes of being in love—all in the most familiar place, his home.

    He’s seen lying comfortably on a cozy rug, talking on the phone with a blissful smile, and daydreaming with his feet propped up on a chair.

    Sitting on the edge of a bathtub, he looks completely relaxed, lost in thought, as the soft sunlight wraps around him, adding to the sentimental and heartwarming mood.

    The dreamy setting and his gentle, love-filled expressions perfectly match the theme of "Sweet Dreams," making fans even more excited for the song’s release!

    Before the official release, J-Hope will drop teaser videos on March 5 and 6, leading up to the big moment on March 7 at 2 PM KST.

    To celebrate, J-Hope is also holding an exclusive offline fan event, "Sweet Dreamland," where 613 lucky ARMYs will get to experience the magic in person at 1 PM KST on March 7.

    The number 613 isn’t random—it represents BTS’s debut date, June 13, showing J-Hope’s deep appreciation for his fans.

    And don’t worry if you can’t be there in person—the event will be livestreamed on Weverse, so ARMYs all over the world can join in the fun!

    "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" is a romantic serenade filled with J-Hope’s heartfelt emotions and a desire to love and be loved. With R&B star Miguel lending his smooth vocals to the track, anticipation is through the roof!

    J-Hope has already started his first solo world tour with the "j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’ in SEOUL", held at the KSPO DOME from February 28 to March 2.

    But he didn’t stop there—he surprised fans with a pre-release performance of "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)," and the crowd went wild!

    Even before the official release, the song is already getting rave reviews! On March 3, British music magazine NME gave the concert a five-star rating, praising J-Hope’s powerful stage presence and saying:


    "It was clear how much he missed the stage, and that’s where he shines the brightest. He has already proven his abilities as a BTS member, and now, he has done so again as a solo artist. He fully showcased his talent and radiated an energy stronger than ever before."

    With a new single, an exclusive fan event, and an exciting world tour ahead, J-Hope is set to dominate the music scene once again! Are you ready to experience "Sweet Dreams"?

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