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VICTON’s Hanse Solo Debut Confirmed

VICTON Hanse ALICE Concept image. Photo: VICTON1109/Twitter

Just in time for his birthday, VICTON’s Hanse is finally dropping his first solo album this September.

VICTON’s label, Play M Entertainment, has announced that Do Hanse’s solo album will be released on September 25, 2021. Although details were not immediately available, ALICEs were immediately thrilled with the news. After all, the album is set to be released on Hanse’s birthday this year.

There is a good reason why ALICEs are hyped up over the news. In late 2020, Hanse confirmed that he is working on his first mixtape. The VICTON main rapper shared the news on his official Instagram account, adding that he doesn’t know when it will be released.

Hanse also admitted that he wanted to release the album before the end of 2020. However, the mixtape had to be put on hold in favor of VICTON’s comeback. (The comeback was also delayed to January 2021).

The delay of Hanse’s mixtape has been hard on the rapper, who was eager to share his music with his fans. There were hopes that it would be released earlier this year but Play M had been quiet with the updates. By then, ALICEs were concerned that the mixtape will never see the light of day. To be fair, fans also speculated that Hanse was still working on his music.


Luckily, ALICEs can finally get to hear Hanse’s new music. It’s been a long wait for the “HanSolo” and fans are already looking forward to its release. Everyone is eager to embrace the new music considering that it will be released on Hanse’s birthday.

Fans already know that Hanse’s self-produced songs vibe a distinct style. The VICTON main rapper is already known for writing his own songs and producing music. Back in 2019, Do Hanse dropped his self-produced track Hallelujah and it was well-received by ALICEs.

Hanse is the second VICTON member to release a solo album after Seungwoo, who has already released two solo efforts. This will be Do Hanse’s first solo endeavor since he debuted with the idol group in 2016.

Hanse’s still-untitled solo album will be released on Saturday, September 25, 2021.

Featured image: VICTON Hanse ALICE Concept image. Photo: VICTON1109/Twitter
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BTS’s “Butter” Races Back To No. 1 On Billboard Hot 100

BTS Butter photo concept. Photo: BigHit_Music/Twitter

Butter, BTS’s digital single of summer 2021, has officially returned to the top spot on Billboard Hot 100. The song has now spent 10 weeks at the summit, giving RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook another major achievement.

Butter has always been a mainstay on the Billboard Hot 100, comfortable in the Top 10 since its release. The single would then rise back up to Number 1 whenever BTS drops a new remix, such as the recent release of the BTS x Megan Thee Stallion Butter remix. The first time it left the top spot was when the Bangtan Boys’ own song, Permission to Dance, took over.

Also read: Conversations with BTS and Coldplay’s Chris Martin on YouTube’s Released

The BTS x Megan Thee Stallion “Butter” remix was released on August 27 after the American rapper appealed for its release. Megan had previously revealed that her label was against the version’s release, so she filed a petition asking for emergency relief. A judge ruled in favor of the Houston-born musician, allowing the song’s release.

The release of the Butter Megan Thee Stallion remix had encouraged ARMYs and Hotties to continue supporting the single. The effort ensured the song’s return to the top spot on Billboard Hot 100, and BTS was eager to reward their fans.

Behold, the amazing return of 3J.

On Wednesday, the BTS dance line dropped the “Butter” Megan Thee Stallion remix Special Performance Video. The sweet treat featured J-Hope, Jimin, and Jungkook showing off their swoon-worthy moves, to the tune of everyone hopint that 3J is here to stay.

Butter also drew 12.2 million radio airplay audience impressions this week, in addition to the 10.7 million U.S. streams and 143,000 downloads sold last week. The song is now expected to continue dominating the charts and sales, thanks to the relentless support of ARMYs and Hotties.

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MONSTA X Kihyun’s Cover of “Little Bit of Love” Gets Awesome Reaction From Tom Grennan

MONSTA X Kihyun - Little Bit of Love. Photo: OfficialMonstaX/Twitter

MONSTA X’s Kihyun has just performed an amazing cover of Tom Grennan’s “Little Bit of Love”. The gorgeous rendition has captured the attention of the original artist who is totally loving it!

Kihyun’s latest cover is once again a song that shows off his unique and versatile voice. The video for his “Little Bit of Love” cover features the MONSTA X main vocalist at the beach. However, it isn’t a sunny day and the winds appear to be moved by Yoo Kihyun’s emotional singing.

MONBEBEs were also moved by the “Little Bit of Love” cover and wanted to make sure Tom Grennan heard it. One MONBEBE tagged the English singer-songwriter in their comments and amazingly, Grennan retweeted it with his reaction to the rendition.


Tom Grennan was clearly impressed with Kihyun’s performance. The “Let’s Go Home Together” singer liked it so much that he shared it in his Instagram stories. This allowed his own fans to hear the MONSTA X vocalist’s emotional rendition.

But could this mean a possible collaboration? MONBEBEs and Tom Grennan fans would truly appreciate it. Hopefully, the two powerhouse artists will work together on a project soon.

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This isn’t the first time that an international artist was pleased with Kihyun’s cover of their song. In April 2020, the MONSTA X vocalist sang his own version of Imagine Dragons’ “Natural”. The band loved the cover and drummer Daniel Plazman even left a comment on the tweet.

It’s great to know that Kihyun still has time to work on a cover despite being very busy. MONSTA X are currently preparing for the next comeback with the single “One Day”. The upcoming comeback will be the first for the group after leader Shownu’s military enlistment.

MONSTA X’s new single “One Day” will be released on Friday, September 10, 2021.

Featured image: MONSTA X Kihyun – Little Bit of Love. Photo: OfficialMonstaX/Twitter
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TXT Drops Teaser For “0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You)” MOD SUN Remix

TOMORROW X TOGETHER Preview Cuts. Photo: TXT_bighit/Twitter

After several tweets teasing a possible collaboration, TOMORROW X TOGETHER has dropped the first teaser for 0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. MOD SUN!

TXT has been teasing the collaboration with American singer/rapper MOD SUN for almost a week. The two artists have been interacting on Twitter, prompting MOAs and MOD SUN fans to wonder about an upcoming project. Luckily, it has been confirmed that the alt-rapper will be featured in a new version of TXT’s hit single.

The official BIGHIT MUSIC Twitter account has shared the official teaser for 0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. MOD SUN. It teaser features Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun and Huening Kai playing around and dancing in a pool.

Interestingly, there was no audio in the video. This led to speculations that the new version of 0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) would be very different. Will it maintain the original song’s energy or will it feature more of MOD SUN’s style? MOAs can’t wait for Friday to find out!

https://twitter.com/forestyunn/status/1435816485155328003

TXT first teased on the collaboration by sharing the video for MOD SUN’s Down which featured drummer Travis Barker. The rapper then retweeted the post along with a cryptic caption.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER had previously released a version of 0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat Seori that was remixed by pH-1 and Woodie Gochild. It would be interesting to see how the second remix will compare to the first one.

0X1=LOVESONG (I Know I Love You) feat. MOD SUN drops on Friday, September 10, 2021.

Featured image: TOMORROW X TOGETHER Preview Cuts. Photo: TXT_bighit/Twitter
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Conversations With BTS and Coldplay’s Chris Martin on YouTube’s “Released”

Special BTS interview with Coldplay's Chris Martin on YouTube's Released. Photo: BANGTANTV/YouTube

This week, ARMYs and Coldplay fans can look forward to a special episode of YouTube’s “Released.”

BTS confirmed that they will appear in a special episode of “Released,” YouTube’s weekly music series, right before the premiere of  their “Permission to Dance (Shorts Challenge Ver.)” Coldplay frontman Chris Martin will interview the septet, with the video airing on September 9, 11:45 p.m. ET (September 10, 12:45 p.m. KST).

The trailer for BTS “Released” starts with RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook greeting their fans. BTS leader Kim Namjoon then confirms that they will chat with Chris Martin. ARMYs can look forward to hearing straight from the boys about the “Permission to Dance” challenge, featuring people worldwide dancing to the group’s second English-language song. The original song debuted in July, replacing their own song “Butter” as the No.1 song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Watch the “Released featuring BTS with Chris Martin” teaser here:

https://youtu.be/xTgI9-cjunE

It’s an interaction that ARMYs and Coldplay fans have been waiting for since early 2021. In February, BTS covered Coldplay’s “Fix You” on MTV Unplugged. Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion were impressed with the rendition, calling BTS’s performance “beautiful.”

Bookmark the official “Permission to Dance” (Shorts Challenge Ver.) premiere party and video drop here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hgWG5gtZJg

Will your “Permission to Dance” short submission make it to the official video? Catch YouTube’s Released featuring BTS with Chris Martin on September 9, 11:45 p.m. ET (September 10, 12:45 p.m. KST), followed by the “Permission to Dance” (Shorts Challenge Ver.) worldwide premiere.

In the meantime, rewatch BTS’s “Permission to Dance” music video while waiting for the challenge premiere here:

Bonus: Here’s BTS’s chilling performance of Coldplay’s Fix You at MTV Unplugged.

Featured image: Special BTS interview with Coldplay’s Chris Martin on YouTube’s Released. Photo: BANGTANTV/YouTube
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Park Seo Joon Heads for LA to Film MCU’s “The Marvels”

Park Seo Joon's cameo in Parasite. Photo: Madman Films/YouTube

It’s official: Park Seo Joon is now part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

On September 3, PSJ made headlines after he was spotted at the Incheon International Airport, boarding a plane to LA. His agency Awesome Entertainment later released a statement, confirming not only his flight but also his new project which kept fans and the K-drama community speculating for a while now.

Fans can now rest knowing that PSJ’s casting in “Captain Marvel 2” is now official

“It’s true that Park Seo Joon departed for Los Angeles earlier this afternoon after confirming his casting in the new Marvel Studios film,” the statement read. It also addressed the possibility of dropping spoilers about PSJ’s role in “The Marvels,” the sequel of MCU’s “Captain Marvel” starring Brie Larson.

“We know very well that you are all very curious about what production he will star in, what his character will be, where he will film, for how long, and more. However, we will not publicize more specific details until a later time,” the statement continued. It concluded with a request for fans to “cheer on Park Seo Joon.” This way, the actor will be able to “wrap up his filming successfully and return safely.”

Park Seo Joon’s role in “The Marvels”

Will we see some Fight for My Way or Itaewon Class realness? Or Hwarang?

Along with the K-community, we are also waiting for confirmation on Park Seo Joon’s role in “The Marvels.” There are speculations though that he will most likely portray a version of the comic book character Amadeus Chau. In the comics, (!POSSIBLE SPOILER ALERT!) Amadeus is a young genius who eventually becomes the new Hulk.

This isn’t the first time PSJ stars in an international film. In 2019, he made a cameo appearance in the Oscar-winning film “Parasite,” which starred his Wooga Squad friend Choi Woo Shik.

The Marvels stars Brie Larson as Carol Danvers, Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau, and Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan. The Nia DaCosta film is currently being filmed in Los Angeles and is scheduled for release on November 11, 2022.

More on Hollywood and MCU news: GOT7 Mark Confirmed for MCU’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” Soundtrack

Featured image: Park Seo Joon cameos in Parasite. Photo: Madman Films/YouTube
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GOT7 Mark Confirmed for MCU’s “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” Soundtrack

GOT7 Mark Breath of Love: Last Piece concept for Breath of Love Last Piece. Photo: @GOT7Official/Twitter

Following the release of GOT7 member Jay B’s first mini-album SOMO: FUME, this news surely comes as a new treat for AHGASEs: GOT7’s Mark Tuan has joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe!

The GOT7 rapper is confirmed to be one of the artists who contributed a song to the MCU movie “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”. Marvel has shared the official tracklist for the “Shang-Chi” soundtrack, which includes Mark’s collaboration with Korean singer-songwriter BIBI. Their song “Never Gonna Come Down” is the ninth track on the album.

AHGASEs have suspected Mark is involved with the latest Marvel movie. It started when the GOT7 visual attended the “Shang-Chi” world premiere at the TCL Chinese Theater in Los Angeles on August 16. Mark later posted photos with the caption “NGCD” which mystified his fans.

Mark Tuan and BIBI perform alongside fellow South Korean artists in the soundtrack “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings: The Album“. We see familiar faces in the OST, such as hip-hop artist  Zion.T. and Anderson .Paak, who has Korean heritage. Check out the full tracklist and the artists below:

1. “Always Rising” – NIKI, Rich Brian, Warren Hue
2. “Diamond + and Pearls” – DPR LIVE, DPR IAN, peace.
3. “In The Dark” – Swae Lee, Jhené Aiko
4. “Lazy Susan” – 21 Savage, Rich Brian, Masiwei, Warren Hue
5. “Nomad” – Zion.T, Gen Hoshino
6. “Fire in the Sky” – Anderson .Paak
7. “Lose Control” – JJ Lin
8. “Every Summertime” – NIKI
9. “Never Gonna Come Down” – Mark Tuan, BIBI
10. “Foolish” – Rich Brian, Warren Hue, Guapdad 4000
11. “Clocked Out!” – Audrey Nuna, NIKI
12. “Act Up” – Rich Brian, Earthgang
13. “Baba Says” – Various Artists
14. “Run It” – DJ Snake, Rick Ross, Rich Brian
15. “Swan Song” – Saweetie, NIKI
16. “War With Heaven” – keshi
17. “Hot Soup” – 88rising, Simu Liu
18. “Warriors” – Warren Hue, Seori

The official motion picture soundtrack is exclusively produced by 88rising, the pioneering music platform for Asian artists around the world. It is released under Marvel Music / Hollywood Records and Interscope Records.

 

“Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings” stars “Kim’s Convenience” actor Simu Liu as the titular comic book hero. In the film, Shang-Chi’s seemingly normal life is upended when his past comes back to haunt him.

“Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings” premiered in theaters on September 3. The soundtrack was released on the same day.

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ARMYs and Hotties Rejoice for BTS x Megan Thee Stallion Butter Remix

BTS shows how important ARMY is for them in Butter MV. Photo: HYBE LABELS/YouTube

BTS x Megan Thee Stallion “Butter” remix is finally out!

The latest “Butter” remix was dropped on Friday, August 27, but not without controversy. Right before its release, Megan Thee Stallion reportedly needed to file a petition in a Texas court asking for emergency relief so she can release the track. According to the multi-grammy awarded rapper, her record label 1501 Certified Entertainment didn’t approve the remix’s release.

The good news is that a judge ruled in favor of Megan Thee Stallion, to the delight of ARMYs and Hotties worldwide. Both fandoms immediately ensured that the remix receives all the attention it deserves.

https://twitter.com/btschartdata/status/1433104659531669508

Megan Thee Stallion also posted her own “tiktok like the boys,” to everyone’s joy.

The original version of the digital single debuted at the number one spot in Billboard’s Hot 100. It is also now enjoying its 11th consecutive week on the Songs of the Summer 2021 chart (dated September 4, 2021), with one more week left before it can be declared as the undisputed Song of the Summer 2021.

Watch BTS’s Butter here:

Featured image: BTS shows how important ARMY is for them in Butter MV. Photo: HYBE LABELS/YouTube
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MAMAMOO Reveals the Perfect Title for Their Upcoming “Best Of” Album

MAMAMOO concept photo for their online concert, WAW. Photo: RBW_MAMAMOO/Twitter

Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa have just unveiled the first teaser for their upcoming compilation album. Not surprisingly, the new LP has the perfect title.

The official MAMAMOO Twitter account shared a teaser, revealing the title of the girl group’s new album. The image confirms that the LP will be titled I SAY MAMAMOO: THE BEST. In the same tweet, we can see the group’s new logo.

“I say MAMAMOO” is a reference to the group’s official greeting and it’s the best way to introduce their music. It’s a great title for an album that compiles the best of MAMAMOO’s discography.

In addition to beloved tracks, the upcoming album is expected to feature two new songs from Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa. We’ll find out the official tracklist in the coming weeks.

MOOMOOs are clearly loving the news and are already getting ready for MAMAMOO’s next comeback.

The September comeback will be the first since Solar, Moonbyul, and Hwasa renewed their contracts with RBW Entertainment. Wheein did not renew her contract though, and instead, signed with new label THE L1VE, founded by VIXX’s Ravi. Although she is no longer with RBW, the vocalist will continue to promote with MAMAMOO.

MAMAMOO recently thrilled fans with their online concert WAW on August 28, and now they are getting ready for a comeback. Being a MOOMOO surely means always being spoiled with new content!

MAMAMOO’s new album I SAY MAMAMOO: THE BEST will be released on September 15, 2021, at 6 pm KST.

Featured photo: MAMAMOO concept photo for their online concert, WAW. Photo: RBW_MAMAMOO/Twitter

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MONSTA X Confirms New Single “Only One” For September

MONSTA X Kiss or Death Teaser. Photo: MonstaX/Twitter

MONSTA X is ready for another comeback this year! Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Joohoney, and I.M. have announced the new single “Only One” set for release in September. This is the group’s first official comeback after Shownu’s enlistment in July.

The official MONSTA X Twitter account confirmed the news by sharing the “Only One” teaser poster. The poster simply features the group’s logo and the song’s title. However, it also has a line, “Wish you the best with somebody new, but they’ll never love ya like I do.” MONBEBEs believe this is a lyric in the song.

Fans were quick to point out that the line could be from Joohoney’s verse in “Only One”. The MONSTA X main rapper had previously posted a photo on his official Instagram account with the caption, “Love ya.” With that in mind, it’s possible that the upcoming single was produced by Lee Jooheon just like the group’s previous title track “Gambler”.

Recently, MONSTA X dropped hints at a comeback. On August 27, the group dropped a cryptic tweet that said, “They say hindsight’s 2020.” MONBEBEs immediately believed that this was a tease at new music coming soon. In hindsight, there’s a possibility that the line is also a lyric in “Only One”.

The upcoming comeback will be the first for MONSTA X since Shownu’s enlistment. Son Hyunwoo began his military service on July 22. However, fans believe he had recorded enough content so MONBEBEs will not miss him. This could mean that the MONSTA X leader’s vocals will still be featured in “Only One” and he could appear in the music video.

MONSTA X returns with the new single “Only One” on September 10, 2021.

Featured image: MONSTA X Kiss or Death Teaser. Photo: MonstaX/Twitter
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