RBW Entertainment Showbiz and Celebrity Breaking News

RBW Entertainment’s newest girl group PURPLE KISS are reportedly set to make a comeback later this month.Yesterday (July 4), South Korean news outlet Ten Asia shared that the seven member act – comprising members Park Ji-eun, Na Go-eun, Dosie, Ireh, Yuki, Chaein and Swan – are preparing to release new music.Citing a source within the music industry, the report claims that PURPLE KISS will be making their return at the end of July. If true, this will mark the septet’s second release of 2022, arriving just four months after their third mini-album ‘memeM’.That ‘memeM’ had featured a total of seven songs, with at least one member of the group helping to write or compose every track on the record, except for the intro.

MAMAMOO are preparing to make a comeback later this year with a new album.On June 20, RBW Entertainment announced that the girl group are in the middle of preparations for a brand-new album, along with plans to hold a concert later this year. Notably, the group had just marked their eighth year together one day prior.“To commemorate the eighth anniversary of their debut, the four members are currently preparing to release a new full-group album and hold a concert of their own,” the agency told Sports Kyunghyang, as translated by Soompi.“They are aiming for sometime in the second half of this year,” it said, adding that further details regarding the release and concert would be revealed at a later date.The as-yet-unnamed release will their first of 2022, and the follow-up to their September 2021 compilation album ‘I Say MAMAMOO: The Best’.

MAMAMOO’s Wheein has revealed that she had a negative first impression of bandmate Hwasa, who she met during their time in middle school.Wheein recently appeared on an episode of MBC’s The Oppa of Tteokbokki House, where she spoke about her friendship with Hwasa. Notably, the duo had first met in middle school, before going on to debut as half of K-pop girl group MAMAMOO in 2014.The singer, however, revealed that she initially disliked her then-future groupmate when they first met, during the first day of a new term.

ONEUS have unveiled a new music video teaser for their upcoming single, ‘Bring It On’.The brief teaser clip, which dropped on May 12, begins with the camera zooming in on a figure with a black bag over his head, sitting in front of the entrance to a classically-designed movie theatre. However, the bag later lifts to reveal member Leedo.ONEUS are then spotted in various parts of an amusement park in quick succession, each holding various court cards.

MAMAMOO’s Solar has revealed why she wrote her new song ‘Big Booty’, a cut from her recently released solo mini-album ‘FACE’.The K-pop idol recently guest-starred on Episode 89 of Korean-American rapper Jessi‘s talk show Showterview, to celebrate and promote the release of her first-ever solo mini-album ‘FACE’, which dropped earlier this week.During a Q&A section, Jessi asked Solar to pick her personal favourite out of all four B-side cuts on her new project, to which she responded with the track ‘Big Booty’. Jessi then started to tease the MAMAMMOO member by asking if she had a “[big booty] by chance”, however Solar clarified that this wasn’t the case.“It’s the very first song I wrote,” Solar shared. “I wrote it two years ago.

Solar has revealed that a MAMAMOO comeback is currently not in the works, but hopes that they can release new music together this year.In a recent interview with MTV News, the K-pop idol spoke about whether there are plans for MAMAMOO to return as a full group sometime soon. The interviewer noted that all four members recently released solo music and wondered whether this signaled a MAMAMOO comeback.However, Solar admitted that this was not the case and that there’s nothing currently in the works, but personally hopes that a MAMAMOO comeback will happen soon.

PURPLE KISS have dropped an intriguing new teaser video for their upcoming mini-album ‘memeM’.On March 14 at midnight KST, the septet unveiled a two-and-a-half-minute long clip introducing their new witch-inspired concept for the forthcoming release. Their third mini-album ‘memeM’ and the music video for its lead single of the same title are set to arrive on March 29 at 6PM KST.Fellow RBW Entertainment label mate CyA of ONEWE makes a cameo in the new clip as a supernatural researcher who interviews PURPLE KISS leader Na Go-eun about witches.

MAMAMOO’s Solar has unveiled a new teaser for the music video of her upcoming solo single, ‘Honey’.The new visual opens with a giant, white head made of concrete, as an abnormally long black ponytail falls on its side, panning up to reveal that it belongs to Solar, who sits on top. Ominous beeping reminiscent of an alarm clock ring, and the singer appears, bathed in yellow lights.“The honey drips,” she sings, before the clip cuts.

MAMAMOO vocalist Solar has tested positive for COVID-19, as confirmed by her label RBW Entertainment.RBW confirmed in a statement to XSports News earlier today (February 24), announcing that the singer had contracted the virus following her PCR test taken after coming into close contact with another COVID-19 patient on February 23.“Solar completed the third dose of her COVID-19 vaccine, and she has currently halted all activities and is taking the necessary measures as well as getting rest in keeping with guidelines set by government health authorities,” the statement read, as translated by Soompi.Shortly after the news broke, Solar took to her personal Instagram to address and reassure her fans of her ongoing recovery “Thank you for worrying about me. I’ll take this [as a sign] to promote in a healthier way before my solo album comes out.

MAMAMOO’s Moonbyul has unveiled her music video for ‘Lunatic’, the lead single off her new mini-album ‘6equence’.In the new visual, Moonbyul is in a hospital, partying with the staff and fellow patients before eventually trying to stage an escape from her stay as nurses attempted to chase her down. “I’m so wishy-washy, 12 times a day / I’m so changeful / I know it’s not because of you / But I lose control / I only get mad at you,” she sings on the upbeat chorus Last month, Moonbyul had dropped two tracks from ‘6equence’ as pre-release singles.

MAMAMOO‘s Moonbyul has officially announced the release date for her third mini-album, ‘6equence’.The singer-rapper had unveiled her comeback schedule leading up to the eventual release of her third solo EP so far, titled ‘6equence’, via social media on December 23.

MAMAMOO‘s Hwasa has shared her quirky rendition of ‘Jingle Bell Rock’ in celebration of the holiday season.The vocalist dropped her cover of the Christmas classic on her official YouTube channel on December 23. The accompanying video feature singer performing ‘Jingle Bell Rock’ in the comfort of her living room, decked with decorations for the festive season.

Hwasa of MAMAMOO has dropped a music video for her brand-new single, ‘I’m A B’.‘I’m A B’ was co-written by Hwasa, who collaborated with in-house RBW Entertainment producer and frequent MAMAMOO collaborator Park Woo-sang. He had most notably worked with Hwasa on her previous solo material, including the singles ‘Twit’ and ‘Be Calm’.The new song dropped alongside an accompanying visual and Hwasa’s new single album ‘Guilty Pleasure’ at  6pm KST today (November 24).

RBW has apologised after one of its artists was spotted wearing an outfit that featured a Nazi emblem.Earlier this week, the K-pop agency released images of the group PURPLE KISS from a recent photoshoot for their 2022 Season’s Greeting package.

ONEUS have unveiled plans to return with new music next month.On October 5 at midnight KST, the group released a cryptic teaser video that announces both the boyband’s November comeback as well as an upcoming concert. The forthcoming project will be their first since their May mini-album ‘Binary Code’.In addition, the six-member group will be holding a concert on November 6 and 7.

PURPLE KISS have opened up about the group’s protentional future and what they anticipate for their career.In a recent interview with Rolling Stone Korea, the seven-member act discussed their potential for growth as a new group.

Hwasa, also a member of girl group MAMAMOO, is currently working on new solo music.Earlier today (September 29), news publication Sports Chosun claimed in a new report that the ‘María’ singer would make her return with new solo music by the end of 2021. The outlet cited “multiple sources” that the singer was working on a new album.Following the report, Hwasa’s agency RBW Entertainment confirmed the news in a statement to YTN Star.

MAMAMOO have released the music video for their new single, ‘mumumumuch’.In the clip, the quartet – comprising Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein and Hwasa – spend quality time together in a lavish hotel suite, where they have drinks, a cakes and more. The video also features scenes of the girl group performing at a resort, overlooking vibrant purple hills.“Love you so mu-mu-mu-much / Mu-mu-mu-much / L-O-V-E so much,” the group during the bridge.

PURPLE KISS have made their much-anticipated return with their second mini-album ‘HIDE & SEEK’.The project dropped alongside a music video for title track ‘Zombie’, which was co-written by main rapper Yuki, as well as RBW Entertainment labelmate CyA of the band ONEWE.

MAMAMOO have released the tracklist for their highly anticipated compilation album, ‘I Say MAMAMOO: The Best’.The group revealed tracklist via their official Twitter page yesterday (September 7).

PURPLE KISS are set to release a new mini-album next month.On August 23, the seven-member act dropped a mysterious new teaser for their upcoming release. According to the clip, their second mini-album, titled ‘HIDE & SEEK’, will arrive on September 8 at 6pm KST.“Hello,” an eerie whisper greets viewers of the 13-second-clip as the group’s logo and album title appear on-screen.

MAMAMOO member Wheein has officially ended her exclusive contact with longtime agency RBW Entertainment.The company announced today (June 11) that the South Korean vocalist has chosen not to renew her contract with the entertainment agency.

MAMAMOO’s Wheein has reportedly decided to leave her longtime agency RBW Entertainment.This is according to a new report by South Korean news outlet Sports Kyunghyang, which claimed that the singer has decided not to renew her contract with the music label.

MAMAMOO recently performed a medley of K-pop hits from the 2000s on the KBS TV programme You Heeyeol’s Sketchbook.On the June 4 episode of the popular talk show, MAMAMOO appeared to promote their latest single ‘Where Are We Now’.

MAMAMOO, their long-awaited 11th mini-album ‘WAW’ is an opportunity to reflect on the past seven years of their career.The quintet recently made their return with the four-track record, which is just the first of their ongoing three-part project of the same name, which will also include a concert and documentary.

MAMAMOO have made their long-awaited return as a group with an emotional video for ‘Where Are We Now’.In the cinematic clip, the girl group perform the sentimental ballad while hanging out in a run-down RV and by a large bonfire.

MAMAMOO have unexpectedly dropped a new teaser, hinting at a potential upcoming comebackAt Midnight KST (May 14), the quartet shared a cryptic new teaser on Twitter.

ONEUS have announced their fifth mini-album ‘Binary Code’ with a brand-new teaser.On April 22, the group released a short clip for the forthcoming release that features binary numbers before a pixelated version of the boyband’s logo appears.

MAMAMOO‘s Wheein has shared the inspirations behind her new solo mini album, ‘Redd’.During an interview with The Fact, the vocalist discussed her involvement in the creation of ‘Redd’, which is also her first solo comeback after one year and seven months.“This time I tried to express the charismatic side to my personality,” she said, comparing the new release to her previous singles, which she described as “emotional”.Wheein also singled out album cuts ‘OHOO’ and ‘Springtime’ as two of her

A post shared by 정휘인 (@whee_inthemood)‘Redd’ is expected to arrive next week on April 13. The release was confirmed by her agency RBW in March.