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Itzy EPs
Itzy (; Japanese: イッチ; stylized in all caps) is a South Korean girl group formed by JYP Entertainment. The group consists of five members: Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna. Itzy is recognized for their "teen crush" concept and explore themes of independence and self-love in their music. Itzy debuted on February 12, 2019, with the single album '' It'z Different'' and its commercially successful lead single "Dalla Dalla", which peaked at number two on the Circle Digital Chart, the ''Billboard'' K-pop Hot 100, and the US World Digital Songs chart. It achieved the highest number of views in 24 hours for a K-pop group's debut video and became the best-performing girl group song of the year in South Korea. Itzy was the first K-pop girl group in history to achieve a "Rookie Grand Slam" by winning all the Rookie of the Year awards at the 34th Golden Disc Awards, 9th Gaon Chart Music Awards, 2019 Melon Music Awards, 2019 Mnet Asian Music Awards, and 29th Seoul Music Awards ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seoul
Seoul, officially Seoul Special Metropolitan City, is the capital city, capital and largest city of South Korea. The broader Seoul Metropolitan Area, encompassing Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and Incheon, emerged as the world's List of cities by GDP, sixth largest metropolitan economy in 2022, trailing behind New York metropolitan area, New York, Greater Tokyo Area, Tokyo, Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Paris metropolitan area, Paris, and London metropolitan area, London, and hosts more than half of South Korea's population. Although Seoul's population peaked at over 10 million, it has gradually decreased since 2014, standing at about 9.6 million residents as of 2024. Seoul is the seat of the Government of South Korea, South Korean government. Seoul's history traces back to 18 BC when it was founded by the people of Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. During the Joseon dynasty, Seoul was officially designated as the capital, surrounded by the Fortress Wall of Seoul. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard (magazine)
''Billboard'' (stylized in letter case, lowercase since 2013) is an American music and entertainment magazine published weekly by Penske Media Corporation. The magazine provides music charts, news, video, opinion, reviews, events and styles related to the music industry. Its Billboard charts, music charts include the Billboard Hot 100, Hot 100, the Billboard 200, 200, and the Billboard Global 200, Global 200, tracking the most popular albums and songs in various music genres. It also hosts events, owns a publishing firm and operates several television shows. ''Billboard'' was founded in 1894 by William Donaldson and James Hennegan as a trade publication for bill posters. Donaldson acquired Hennegan's interest in 1900 for $500. In the early years of the 20th century, it covered the entertainment industry, such as circuses, fairs and burlesque shows, and also created a mail service for travelling entertainers. ''Billboard'' began focusing more on the music industry as the jukebox ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wannabe (Itzy Song)
"Wannabe" is a song that was recorded by South Korean girl group Itzy and released on their second extended play (EP) titled ''It'z Me''. JYP Entertainment released the song as the EP's lead single on March 9, 2020. It was written and produced by Galactika (), who also produced the band's debut track "Dalla Dalla". The song combines house and hip-hop/ pop production, and bubblegum-pop melodies. "Wannabe" received generally favorable reviews from music critics. It was a commercial success, charting in eight countries and peaking at number six on the Gaon Digital Chart and at number two on the ''Billboard'' K-pop Hot 100, their third top-ten hit in their native country. It topped the charts in Malaysia and Singapore, becoming their first number-one song on both charts. The song has since been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). Naive Creative Production directed the song's accompanying mu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Icy (Itzy Song)
"Icy" is a song by South Korean girl group Itzy from their debut EP, titled '' It'z Icy''. It was released by JYP Entertainment as the lead single on July 29, 2019. An English-language version of "Icy" was included on Itzy's first English EP ''Not Shy (English Ver.)'', while a Japanese-language version was included on their first compilation album ''It'z Itzy'' with lyrics written by D&H. Commercially, the song peaked at number ten on the Gaon Digital Chart, earning Itzy their second top-ten hit after "Dalla Dalla". It also topped the ''Billboard'' K-pop Hot 100, their first number-one song on the chart. Following the release of ''It'z Icy'', Itzy promoted the song with live performances on several South Korean music television programs and amassed twelve music show trophies. Composition "Icy" was written by J. Y. Park and Penomeco. The song is written in the key D major and has a tempo of 125 beats per minute. It has been described as a "fiery and energetic summer song that p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Guess Who (EP)
''Guess Who'' (stylized as ''GUE?? WHO'') is the fourth extended play by South Korean girl group Itzy. It was released by JYP Entertainment on April 30, 2021. The EP was released for pre-order on March 22, and contains six tracks, including the lead single " In the Morning". The physical album comes in three versions: Day, Night, and Day&Night. The EP is primarily a rap-styled K-pop record that combines EDM, hip hop, dance, dance-pop, trap, Latin trap and bossa nova elements. ''Guess Who'' was subject to generally mixed reviews from music critics, who complimented the record's cohesiveness; however, some found the material controlling the vitality of the group. The EP was commercially successful, marking Itzy's first entry on the US Billboard 200, peaking at number 148, and peaking at number 2 on the Gaon Album Chart. In May 2021, ''Guess Who'' was certified Platinum by the Korea Music Content Association. The lead single, " In the Morning", peaked at number 10 on the Gaon Dig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Not Shy
''Not Shy'' is the third extended play by South Korean girl group Itzy. It was released on August 17, 2020, by JYP Entertainment. It is available in three versions and contains six tracks, including the lead single of the same name. The EP marks a growth in music production and collaboration as they tap known hitmakers such as SM Entertainment songwriter Kenzie and producers LDN Noise. Musically, ''Not Shy'' is a K-pop record that contains influences of pop rock and hip hop. The album received positive reviews from critics, who commended Itzy's departure from themes of independence and self-love to the theme of love. Upon its release, ''Not Shy'' debuted at the top spot of the Gaon Albums Chart and went on to sell almost 206,280 copies on its first month of release in South Korea. The album also charted in Japan, Poland and the United States, peaking at number 8 on the ''Billboard'' World Albums chart. On December 22, 2021, Itzy's English debut extended play ''Not Shy (English V ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
It'z Me
''It'z Me'' (stylized as ''IT'z ME'') is the second Korean extended play by the South Korean girl group Itzy released on March 9, 2020, by JYP Entertainment. It features 7 tracks, including " Wannabe", the lead single from the EP. The physical release is available in three versions: IT'z, ME and WANNABE. It is their first Korean material since the release of '' It'z Icy'' in July 2019. ''It'z Me'' features a collaboration with Dutch DJ and electronic music producer Oliver Heldens. It was produced by Galactika, Oak Felder, Oliver Heldens, earattack, Shim Eunji, Collapsedone, Jin by Jin, SOPHIE and KASS. Musically, it is a K-pop record that contains influences of dance, hip hop and rock. ''It'z Me'' debuted at number one on the Gaon Album Chart, moving 126,000 units in its first month. It also debuted at number five on the US ''Billboard'' World Albums chart. The album received generally positive reviews from critics, who commended Itzy's overall sound becoming harder and featuri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
It'z Icy
''It'z Icy'' (stylized as ''IT'z ICY'') is the first Korean extended play by the South Korean girl group Itzy released on July 29, 2019, by JYP Entertainment. " Icy" was released as the lead single from the EP. The physical release is available in two versions: IT'z and ICY. Background and release In May 2019, JYP Entertainment released an interview for the media that Itzy was preparing to return to the scene, officially confirming that they would return in July. At 6pm KST on July 29, the mini-album 'IT’z ICY' was officially released. Promotion International Global Media began promoting the EP on July 9, 2019, with the group teaser posters. On July 14, 2019, Yeji's teaser posters were revealed. Lia's teaser posters were revealed the next day. Ryujin's teaser posters were revealed on July 16. The teaser posters for Chaeryong was revealed on the next day. The teaser posters for Yuna were revealed on July 18. The first music video teaser was released on July 24. The second and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seoul Music Awards
The Seoul Music Awards (; SMA) is a major South Korean music awards show presented by the newspaper Seoul Shinmun, ''Sports Seoul''. The award winners are selected based on a combination of criteria, including music sales, popular votes, and expert judges' opinions. The annual ceremony was first held in 1990, when the Grand Prize was awarded to singer Byun Jin-sub. Boy group BTS is the most-awarded artist, having won 27 awards; they are also tied with Exo for the most Grand Prizes won, with four each. Categories The Grand Prize (also known as the Daesang) is typically awarded to one musical act, with the exception of the 9th awards ceremony, when the Grand Prize was shared by H.O.T. (band), H.O.T. and Sechs Kies, and the 10th awards ceremony, when it was shared by Jo Sung-mo and Fin.K.L. Additionally, at the 29th awards ceremony, two Grand Prizes were awarded: the Album Daesang, which went to BTS, and the Digital Daesang, which went to Taeyeon. Main Prizes (also known as Bons ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
MAMA Awards
The MAMA Awards (, formerly Mnet Asian Music Awards) is a major Music award, music awards ceremony presented annually by entertainment company CJ ENM. First held in South Korea, the majority of prizes have been won by K-pop artists, although there are other Asian artists winning in various award categories, such as for Mnet Asian Music Award for Best Asian Artist, Best Asian Artist and other professional-related awards. The awards ceremony was first held in Seoul in 1999, being aired on Mnet (TV channel), Mnet. MAMA has also been held in various Asian countries and cities outside of South Korea since 2010 and now airs internationally online beyond Asia. History Ceremony The event was launched in 1999 as a music video awards ceremony, modeled after the MTV Video Music Awards, called the Mnet Music Video Festival. It merged with the KMTV Korean Music Awards in 2004 and was renamed the Mnet KM Music Video Festival. By the mid-2000s, the awards ceremony had attracted some inter ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Melon Music Awards
The Melon Music Awards () is a major music awards show that is held annually by Kakao Entertainment (a Kakao company) through its online music store Melon. The event was initially a fan-voted award conducted entirely online from 2005 through 2008, and has been officially held offline in Seoul since 2009. The award show uses digital data from the Melon music platform—along with online voting and judges evaluation—to base its awards to artists who have had exceptional performance during the year. History The awards show underwent a logo rebranding starting with the 2019 edition. 2020 Melon Music Awards was held for 4 days from December 2 to 5, dubbed as "MMA Week", and was broadcast online due to government restrictions imposed because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Host venues Judging criteria Grand prizes The four grand prizes (known as ''daesangs''): * Artist of the Year * Album of the Year * Song of the Year Main prizes Top 10 Artist Award Millio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Circle Chart Music Awards
The Circle Chart Music Awards (), formerly known as the Gaon Chart Music Awards, is a major music awards ceremony that is presented annually in South Korea by the Korea Music Content Association primarily based on the commercial performance of the songs and albums based on the national music record chart Circle Chart. Since 2017, the awarding ceremony has been broadcast live worldwide via Mnet and V Live V Live (stylized as VLIVE), sometimes referred to as V App, was a South Korean live video streaming service that allowed celebrities based in the country to broadcast live videos such as live chat sessions with fans, performances, reality show .... In addition to the Gaon Chart being rebranded to the Circle Chart on July 7, 2022, it was announced the Gaon Chart Music Awards would be renamed to the Circle Chart Music Awards. Host venues Awards Artist of the Year – Physical Current format Previous format Artist of the Year – Digital Music Current format Previous ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
