BIBI Is Following K-Pop’s Success, but Charting Her Own Path
The South Korean singer-songwriter is living the best of both the underground and pop scenes.
Why Do Fans Send Rice to Their K-Pop Idols?
Donated by K-pop fans, rice wreaths are a common way to show support for idols. But not everyone—not even fans themselves—know exactly why.
Epik High’s Tablo Talks About the Rumor That Changed His Life
Korean hip-hop star Tablo was at the height of his career, then a trivial accusation about his past exploded into an international obsession.
Why K-Pop Fans Are Buying, Trading, and Selling Photos of Their Idols
Here’s a closer look at the K-pop photocard phenomenon.
The Fan Translators Behind K-Pop’s Worldwide Success
Next time you read translations, you know who to thank.
Why You Feel Like You’re Friends With Your Favorite Celebrities
Parasocial relationships are mostly virtual, but the emotions attached to them can be very real.
I Trained With BTS. Here’s What It’s Like to Be So Close to Making It.
“I would be lying if I said that I didn’t envy them. But I’m not jealous of their money or their fame.”
Traveling Halfway Across the World To Watch BTS Live
“Wherever it was, I was going to be there,” a fan said about watching K-pop group BTS’ first live concert in two years.
LeeHi on Her Retro Influences, Current Passions, and Future Plans
VICE spoke with singer LeeHi about her album “4 ONLY” and her love for pop songs of the past.
To Many Young Thais, BLACKPINK’s Lisa Is More Than an Idol
VICE spoke to Lisa’s former teacher and young Thai fans about what the K-pop star means to them.
K-Pop Fans Raised Funds for a BTS Plane, Then Got Banned From Social Media
A plane customized to celebrate BTS member Jimin’s birthday has triggered nationalistic anger in China.
DAY6’s Jae Is Going Back to His Roots and Finding New Music As eaJ
In an exclusive interview with VICE, Jae talks about his solo project, the problem with perfection, and finding himself again through music.