Hyolyn Announces Exciting Comeback with Digital Single 'Wait'
Prepare for the return of the original Summer Queen, Hyolyn, who is set to drop her latest digital single 'Wait' on August 12th.
On July 7th and 8th, her agency Bridge officially unveiled the release schedule and concept photos, building anticipation for Hyolyn's upcoming track. 'Wait' promises to add a refreshing twist to this summer, capturing the essence of breaking free and soaring higher.
Hyolyn, renowned for her summer anthems, aims to solidify her title as the 'Summer Queen' with 'Wait', showcasing her growth and artistic exploration as a soloist.
Her journey to Los Angeles to collaborate with global producers has sparked considerable interest, hinting at a song that blends international flair with Hyolyn's signature style.
Accompanying the announcement are concept photos that portray Hyolyn against picturesque natural backdrops, exuding an aura of adventure and charm reminiscent of a modern-day heroine.
Fresh off the success of her '2024 Hyolyn Show World Tour Concert' in Taiwan and Hong Kong, both as a soloist and with 'SISTAR19', Hyolyn is gearing up for an exciting comeback. Fans can catch her live at 'KCON LA 2024' on the 27th.
Mark your calendars for August 12th at 6 PM KST, when Hyolyn's 'Wait' will be available on major music streaming platforms.
BTS’s Jin Dominates MY1PICK Weekly Rankings for 43 Weeks Straight
BTS's Jin continues to shine bright with his massive popularity, securing the No. 1 spot in the MY1PICK weekly rankings for an impressive 43 consecutive weeks!
In the MY1PICK K-POP Individual Category Weekly Ranking for the third week of December (December 16–22), Jin earned a massive 6,154,905 hearts, keeping his position at the top. From the 5th week of February to the 3rd week of December, Jin has been unbeatable in the weekly rankings, proving he has an enormous fanbase and global influence.
But Jin’s achievements don’t stop there. In November, he dominated the K-POP Individual Category Monthly Ranking, topping it with 25,452,283 hearts. He has held the No. 1 spot for 11 months straight, from January to November, showing his continuous popularity throughout the year.
Jin also claimed victory in the One Pick Chart’s “November Monthly Chart K-POP (Solo)” category, holding the No. 1 position for 8 months in a row, from April to November. On top of that, he won the 2024 Season Chart K-POP (SOLO) for both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, making him the best One Pick star of the season.
The Season Chart awards honor artists who have consistently earned love from fans, with a physical trophy given to the top artist. Jin’s back-to-back victories solidify his place as one of the most beloved stars in K-pop.
Jin’s fan power doesn’t end with rankings. He’s also triumphed in numerous themed votes, taking first place in categories like “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of,” “Star You Want to See First Pitch at a Baseball Game,” “Best Cooking Genius Idol,” “Star Who Would Be the Best Child,” and “Star You Would Fall in Love With at First Sight.” His reward advertisement for the “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of” vote began airing on December 26 and can be seen at Yeoksam Station until December 30.
Meanwhile, Jin’s first solo album Happy was released on November 15 and quickly became a global hit, showcasing his talents as a solo artist. He held a special showcase, Jin ‘Happy’ Special Stage, on November 16 and 17, where fans were captivated by his beautiful vocals and flawless live performance.
Jin has also been keeping busy with appearances on popular variety shows like Salon Drip 2, Neighborhood Star K4, and Limousine Service. He’s also appeared on famous American talk shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Japan’s top music program Venue 101, where he impressed fans with his humor and solid live performances. His reputation as the “Vocal King” and “Live King” is stronger than ever!
As if that wasn't enough, Jin is also gaining attention globally for singing the main theme song for the new tvN drama Ask the Stars. Jin's talents continue to wow the world, and it's clear he's not slowing down anytime soon!
