In a thrilling episode of “Show! Music Core” on September 28th, DAY6 has once again taken the crown, securing the top spot for two consecutive weeks with their catchy track “Melting.” The band triumphed over fierce competition from Nmixx and fromis_9, proving their undeniable charm and talent.

Making a splash with his highly anticipated return after a year and three months, Kang Daniel unveiled his fifth mini-album, featuring the electrifying title track “Electric Shock.” This dynamic modern pop R&B song is aptly named, showcasing Kang Daniel’s impressive vocal rhythm amidst its unique shuffle groove, trap drums, and pulsating synthesizer bass.

NCT WISH also brought the energy with their comeback, presenting their first mini-album alongside the pre-released track “Dunk Shot.” The song draws a clever metaphor between chasing dreams and basketball, while their title track “Steady” dazzles with a mix of house, UK garage, and jersey club beats, wrapped in a fresh melody. It beautifully captures the essence of cherishing miraculous encounters in a lively, Gen Z-inspired manner.

Reconfigured as a five-member group centered around original member Keena, Fifty Fifty announced their fresh start with the title track “SOS.” This dreamy synth-infused song features a vibrant rhythm, creating an enchanting atmosphere that encourages listeners to tune into their inner voice when feeling overwhelmed.

Sodie X also took to the stage, revealing their second mini-album title track “OUR DAYS.” Kicking off with a captivating guitar riff, this synth-pop gem stands out with its refreshing vibe and uplifting message. It encourages listeners to embrace a steady journey towards their goals, all while maintaining an unwavering spirit.

The episode was packed with stellar performances, featuring artists like Hwasa, Kang Daniel, Pentagon's Jinho, P1Harmony, NCT WISH, Fifty Fifty, Sodie X, K2's Kim Seong-myeon, Cleo, Psykers, Mimi Rose, Lissanne, Maid-in, and Pagaehun (Park Tae-hoon).

Stay tuned for more exciting updates from the K-pop scene

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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!

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