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Jinyoung is set to enlist into the South Korean military next month.Today (April 5), South Korean news outlet JTBC reported that the GOT7 member has received his military enlistment notice and would begin his mandatory service in May, adding that the K-pop idol would serve as an active-duty soldier.The report has since been confirmed by Jinyoung’s agency BH Entertainment. In a statement to South Korean media, BH Entertainment said that the K-pop idol “will receive basic military training at the training center [starting] on Monday, May 8 and fulfill his military duty as an active-duty soldier”, per Osen, as translated by Soompi.Jinyoung will be the second member of GOT7 to enlist in the South Korean military, following leader JAY B in February.

Epik High have given fans a glimpse into life on tour in the new music video for ‘Catch’ and ‘On My Way’.The music video features audio from the bridge from ‘Catch’ as well as Tablo and Mithra Jin’s verses from ‘On My Way’, accompanied by behind-the-scenes footage of Epik High travelling to different countries and rehearsing in concert venues for their ‘All Time High’ tour. Next up on Epik High’s tour is a slot at MIK Festival in Paris tomorrow (February 18), before they kick off the North American leg in California on February 26.‘Catch’ and ‘On My Way’ are B-sides from Epik High’s newest mini-album, ‘Strawberry’.

Jackson Wang has announced concerts in London, Paris, Singapore, Dubai and more as part of his ‘MAGIC MAN’ world tour.The tour was confirmed by concert promoter AEG Presents on social media on Wednesday (September 28). The tour currently consists of six dates: three this year, and three next year.

Jackson Wang has released the music video for ‘Blue’, a cut from his much-anticipated sophomore album ‘Magic Man’.In the alluring new visual, Wang is seen free falling, eventually landing in a large body of water. The visual ends with Wang swimming to the surface, while a different version of him views his descent from the sky.“When the water runs dry / I know that I can always come find you / You’re the only one that picks me up when / I’m so blue / Can you feel it too?” Wang croons in the pre-chorus.The visual dropped alongside the ‘Magic Man’ record, which was produced by Wang, Daryl K and Henry Cheung.

GOT7 member Jackson Wang debuted a few tracks from his forthcoming ‘Magic Man’ album at a recent performance in the Philippines.On July 29, Wang made an appearance at the 2022 K-pop Masterz in Manila show held at the Mall of Asia Arena alongside GOT7 bandmate BamBam and boyband TREASURE. Former 2NE1 member Sandara Park also made a surprise appearance at the event.During his set, Wang performed four tracks from his upcoming album ‘Magic Man’, due out on September 9.

Jackson Wang has released a music video for ‘Cruel’, the latest single from his upcoming album ‘Magic Man’.The song was released on July 29, alongside an announcement that ‘Magic Man’ will drop on September 9. In the video, Wang arrives in an alternate reality and proceeds to battle an army of soot-covered soldiers using his fire-breathing powers.He then approaches the queen for combat, which plays out through choreography by Wang himself and Vinh Nguyen.“I’m coming back to you / So I really hope that you don’t mind / I know you want me, too / Even though you’re not mine / You got that look in your eyes,” the GOT7 singer-rapper sings on the track.In a press statement, Wang called ‘Cruel’ “a very special record”, as “it really set the precedence for where the narrative of the album needed to go and sound.“We were working on many records before this one, but we were struggling to find a clear direction.

Jackson Wang has opened up about his “memorable” past experience as an idol trainee under South Korean music label JYP Entertainment.The GOT7 singer-rapper was a recent guest on the popular Thai radio show WOODY FM, where he recalled his time as a trainee under JYP Entertainment in preparation for his debut with the K-pop group.When asked to name one memorable event with GOT7, Wang told show host WOODY about a time prior to GOT7’s debut, when all seven members were “back in JYP’s trainee system”. “We were going through this project – cycle – where they eliminate different trainees every week,” the Hong Kong-born musician reminisced.“That was very memorable to me, because it’s so nervous, it’s like every week we [felt] like we were about to die,” Wang admitted. “But then we were the seven that made it to the final round.

Jackson Wang teases that he was new music coming out over the next couple of months, including a single in July.The GOT7 singer recently appeared as a guest on the latest episode of the Fun With Dumb podcast series, where he was asked about his recent endeavours. Wang then revealed that he was currently in the American city of Los Angeles to film the music video for a new as-yet-untitled single, currently slated for release in July.“I’m here for my music video.

GOT7 member Jinyoung has opened up about the truth of the group’s relationship with each other in the first seven years they were together.In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, the seven-piece reflected on the progression of their chemistry as a group, both as music group and as friends. During the interview, Jinyoung revealed that the septet did not get along for a long time after their made their debut in 2014.“In the beginning, when we first debuted, we didn’t get along, and the chemistry wasn’t quite there,” the singer-actor told the publication.

GOT7 have opened up about why they chose to part ways with JYP Entertainment, despite getting a fairly good offer from the agency.Yesterday (May 23), the septet reunited and released a new self-titled EP, their first since leaving JYP Entertainment in January 2021. In a new interview with GQ Australia, the members of GOT7, now signed to seven different agencies, spoke about the reasons they left the company.“JYP wasn’t a place that was very confined,” shared leader JAY B of their time under the agency, which recently granted GOT7 the rights to the group’s name, despite having left the company. “We had breaks and when we took a rest, we could rest properly.

JAY B has shared how it doesn’t feel real to have finally reunited with boyband GOT7 and released a brand-new project after being apart for so long.Yesterday (May 23), the septet returned with their brand-new self-titled EP, which featured the title track ‘NANANA’. The project marks GOT7’s first official comeback since departing long-time agency JYP Entertainment in January 2021, after which the seven members embarked on solo careers.“We told each other that all seven of us should be part of our new mini-album, but it is still surreal to see that we have actually made this happen,” JAY B said of ‘GOT7’ during a recent press conference for the release, per The Korea Times.

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GOT7 have made their long-awaited return with their new self-titled EP, led by the single ‘Nanana’.Today (May 23), GOT7 returned with their 12th Korean-language EP, which is self-titled. The new record is led by the single ‘Nanana’, which will also be accompanied by an upcoming music.

Jackson Wang has revealed that he gave up on a chance to compete at the 2012 London Olympics to pursue a career in the K-pop industry.The singer, who is also a member of K-pop boyband GOT7, recently appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show to speak about his upcoming album ‘Magic Man’. During the interview with Kelly Clarkson, he shared his time as a fencer for the Hong Kong Team prior to his move to Korea and what he gave up for music.“I was prepping for [the] London Olympics back then,” he recalled.

BIBI has revealed plans to drop her first-ever full-length album sometime this year.The South Korean singer-songwriter spoke about her plans to release her first studio album in a new interview with Entertainment Tonight, which take place following her recent debut performance at Coachella as part of 88rising, alongside other Asian musicians such as Jackson Wang, CL, 2NE1 and more.“I’m making my full-length album, my first full-length album,” BIBI said when asked about what else fans can expect from her this year. Aside from a brand-new record, the musician also shared that “there will be stories, there will be webtoon[s] and there will be a lot of films” to be released in conjunction with the as-yet-untitled album.BIBI then shared her desire to collaborate with Spanish singer-songwriter Rosalía as well as rapper Kendrick Lamar on her debut album, whom she described herself as a “big fan” of.Elsewhere in the interview, the ‘The Weekend’ singer also opened up about her experience performing at this year’s Coachella in California, United States, as part of 88rising’s ‘Head In The Clouds Forever’ set at the music festival.

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GOT7 are set to return as a full group with new music next month, according to new media reports.South Korean media outlet JoyNews24 reported today (April 22) that the K-pop boyband will be making a “full group comeback” this May. The news site also claimed that the group are currently in the “final stages of preparation” for a “new album”, citing unnamed music industry officials.JoyNews24 also reports that, as a result of the group’s impending comeback, solo activities for all members will be “suspended for the time being” in order for them to focus on the group’s upcoming return to music.None of the GOT7 members have officially confirmed comeback plans, as of writing, however, member BamBam did hint at the possibility on Twitter.

Jackson Wang has opened up about his thoughts on the global music industry and how he wishes to connect the East and the West.READ MORE: Onew – ‘Dice’ review: a stately revelation of his true, shining talentsIn a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Wang, who is also a member of K-pop boyband GOT7, spoke about the gap between music from the East and West, and how he feels music can help cultures transcend borders.“I think music itself is art, like more than regions, its music,” explained Wang, who was born in Hong Kong. “The reason I’m here, just going traveling everywhere, trying to share my music. I hope one day I can connect East and the West as a bridge, you know?”Wang added that his hope is to eventually see both regions have an awareness of each other, one that extends beyond the music industry.

Jackson Wang has voiced his admiration for his peers in the K-pop industry, namely BTS and BLACKPINK.In a recent interview with Variety, where Wang spoke about his brand-new single ‘Blow’ and upcoming album ‘Magic Man’, the Hong Kong star shared his thoughts on the K-pop industry’s rising popularity, during which he also noted his pride and respect for fellow idols BTS and BLACKPINK.“Music is music. What does it have to do with nationality?” the soloist shared on releasing music in languages other than English. “Fuck man, water is water.

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GOT7’s Jackson Wang revealed that he has been feeling unsure about where his music career is headed.The GOT7 recently made an appearance on The Cruz Show, a programme on Los Angeles radio station Real 92.3 LA, where he spoke about his upcoming English-language solo album ‘Magic Man’ and his nearly decade-long career in the music industry.During the interview, Wang revealed that he had hit a rough patch sometime in the past year. “I was having a hard time,” Wang said.

Jackson Wang, who is also a member of the K-pop boyband GOT7, has announced a new solo single titled ‘Blow’.Wang took to social media earlier today (March 30) to announce the upcoming release of his brand-new single ‘Blow’, which is set to arrive tomorrow (March 31) at 12am EST. The Hong Kong-born K-pop idol also captioned his announcement with: “My shit begins now.”My shit begins now.#Blow#march31 #MAGICMAN.YOUTUBE PREMIERE LINK https://t.co/IwckPkXeAt .PRE-SAVE LINKhttps://t.co/Cdkfl5V0Ma.#jacksonwang @teamwangofcl— Jackson Wang (@JacksonWang852) March 29, 2022Asian-American label 88rising also shared a first look at the new single’s sound and music video.

Jackson Wang has unveiled his brand-new English-language mixtape, ‘LOST & FOUND’.Today (March 7), the Hong Kong-born K-pop idol surprise-released the new eight-track mixtape, comprising old songs he had previously recorded but left unreleased. Notably, Wang co-written the sixth track on the record, titled ‘In My Bed’.In a tweet from his label Team Wang announcing the release, it also teased that the singer is in the process of “cooking something bigger” for the future.

f(x)’s Amber Liu has officially released the music video for ‘Easier’, her collaboration with GOT7’s Jackson Wang.In the newly released visual, Liu is portrayed as a cheerful puppet walking around a colourful room. The visual later cuts to Liu and Wang performing their joint verses on a surface that resembles the moon.

Jackson Wang has opened up about why his hectic work schedule and what motivates him to keep working hard.On July 29, the Hong Kong-born GOT7 member sat down with radio show host Big Reid for an interview, where he revealed why he is always motivated to constantly keep busy.

Jackson Wang has released a cinematic music video for ‘Drive You Home’, his latest collaboration with Internet Money.The visual, which dropped today (July 29), stars Wang as an office worker who seems satisfied with his job. But soon we find out that his happy facade is all pretence as he tries to overcome a heartbreaking tragedy that resulted in the death of his lover.

Jackson Wang has reassured fans that GOT7 will continue to be a group despite having left their longtime label, JYP Entertainment.In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar Korea, the Hong Kong-born singer talked about the future of the boyband.

Jackson Wang has dropped hints about his forthcoming sophomore English-language studio album.The Hong Kong-born K-pop star made an appearance on The Late Late Show With James Corden on April 21 via video call. During the interview, the GOT7 member remained mostly tight-lipped about this forthcoming record, saying that he “can’t really spoil much right now”.However, Wang also teased that the album will feature a “very new sound” as compared to his 2019 solo debut, ‘Mirrors’.

BENEE and Jackson Wang making the entertainment and sports category.The annual list spotlights 300 individuals under the age of 30 that have made significant strides and impact in their respective fields, ranging from entertainment and sports to science, entrepreneurship, activism and more.Included in this year’s 30 Under 30 list for Asia in the entertainment and sports category are Hong Kong’s Jackson Wang of GOT7 fame as well as South Korean musicians Hwasa (of K-pop group MAMAMOO) and solo