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Jamie Made Much Anticipated Return with 'Numbers' Featuring Changmo

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

BTS Talks About Success of “Dynamite” & Love for ARMY On ‘Spotify: For The Record’ Podcast

Monday, September 21, 2020

The indisputable success of BTS’ latest release “Dynamite” has certainly taken the world by storm, setting a new record on Spotify with 12.6 million streams in the first 24 hours of its release last month. In celebration of this historic milestone, Spotify interviews global superstars BTS in the latest episode of the For The Record podcast series,“BTS: The Band, The Brand & The ARMY”.

The seven-member band joins Spotify to discuss what “Dynamite” means to them especially during these unprecedented times, providing a behind-the-scenes look into their creative process. BTS also share their appreciation for ARMY and discuss how they would like to be remembered by future generations.

To provide additional perspective on BTS’ remarkable journey to this point, Spotify also talks to TIME Magazine Editor and K-Pop aficionado Kat Moon about BTS overcoming their underdog status, important milestones and breakthrough moments. Lastly, because there is no BTS without their dedicated fan base, ARMY — Spotify speaks to superfans around the world from Taiwan to the UK, including Gracie Ranan, who is responsible for ARMY anthems, to talk about BTS’ impact globally and the family they made within their fandom.

Sharing more on the success of “Dynamite” within the episode, Suga says,

“I think it appeals to and it's easy to listen to and it's easy to enjoy for anybody, anyone of any generation, anyone. And especially with the COVID-19 situation, we wanted to write a song that has bright, uplifting lyrics. And we're really glad that people have come to enjoy this song, and get some energy from this song.”

RM also shares insight into their music-making process,

“It's very, various, sometimes we start with melodies. Sometimes we start with some just a word or a theme. But basically, when there's an album, there's some kind of like a theme or a keyword that comes, that goes through the whole album. And if we succeed to, like, make a decision for the keyword, then everybody gathers and we guess the tracks and melodies and lyrics or whatever. So it's like making a puzzle when we try to make an album.”

J-Hope continued,

“The music making process is difficult, they sort of think of it as in birthing pains. So it takes a lot of focus and a lot of attention, a lot of time because they put in so much; when we have a good result and when we see the result, we feel really proud and we get a real sense of accomplishment.”

Finally, V weighed in on the best part of their job,

“I think the best part is “ARMY”. They're the reason we perform. And it's their energy and their support that allows us to keep going. So they, our ARMY, our fans, are really the best part of this job.”

As reflected on the world’s most popular audio streaming platform, BTS has chartered phenomenal growth in their musical journey, proving to be an unstoppable force with worldwide domination.

Head to Spotify's blog, For The Record for this week’s Spotify: For The Record episode.

#MeetTheKpopArtist

Join #MeetTheKpopArtist Challenge on Twitter and Show Off Your Artwork

Thursday, July 09, 2020

ASICS

KARD to Hold Virtual INSTA LIVE Event on 12 July for ASICS GEL-1090™ Campaign

Sunday, July 05, 2020

(G)I-DLE

(G)I-DLE Surprise Fans With New Song 'I'm The Trend' Performance at 1st Online Concert "I-LAND: WHO AM I"

Sunday, July 05, 2020

Global Citizen

#StayAtHome & Watch The Star-studded 'One World: Together At Home' Concert Features SuperM on 19 April!

Saturday, April 18, 2020

BTS

BTS to Preview 'Map Of the Soul:7' Title Track "ON" Exclusively on Tik Tok

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

GOT7

KPOP Concerts in Malaysia Postponed or Cancelled Due to Covid-19

Monday, February 17, 2020

Due to amid growing concern over the spreading of coronavirus (Covid-19), major K-pop acts have decided to cancel their shows, including SEVENTEEN and GOT7, while JAEJOONG and SUPER JUNIOR postponed their shows in Malaysia.

Total of five upcoming KPOP concerts which scheduled to be held this and next month had reduced to one, which is AB6IX 1st World Tour '6IXENSE' in KL. AB6IX first KL show is set to take place at Mega Star Arena on 21st March. If you have purchased the tickets of the cancelled shows, do check out below details.

Refund Details of Cancelled/Postponed Kpop Concerts:

[CANCELLED] SEVENTEEN World Tour in Kuala Lumpur (22.2.2020)

All ticket purchasers will receive a full refund from TicketCharge
Refund details to be announced on iME Malaysia and TicketCharge Facebook Page

[POSTPONED] SUPER JUNIOR World Tour - SUPER SHOW 8: Infinite Time in Kuala Lumpur (01.03.2020)

All tickets will remain valid for the postponed show.
Fans who wish to receive a ticket refund, may contact Star Planet at +603 9223 3667 or drop them an email at ss8.ticketing@starplanet.com.my.

[CANCELLED] GOT7 2020 World Tour 'Keep Spinning' in Kuala Lumpur (07.03.2020)

All refunds will be processed within 30 days from 15 March 2020 onwards.
Fans who purchased tickets from Star Planet or via any Myticket.Asia authorized outlets are required to complete the form and submit to GOT7.ticketing@starplanet.com.my before 6 March 2020 to process with refund
Fans who purchased online will automatically receive a refund within 14 to 30 days, which the payment will be refunded to respective debit/credit card.
Inquiries Hotline: +603 9223 3667 | Email: GOT7.ticketing@starplanet.com.my

[POSTPONED] KIM JAE JOONG Asia Tour Concert in Kuala Lumpur (14.03.2020)

All ticket purchasers will receive a full refund from TicketCharge
Purchased ticket for this show cannot be used for the postponed show. New tickets will be issued for the postponed show.
Refund details to be announced on iME Malaysia and TicketCharge Facebook Page

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SUPER JUNIOR Coming Back to Malaysia for 'Super Show 8'!

Friday, January 17, 2020

The highly anticipated SUPER JUNIOR will be returning to Malaysia for 'Super Show 8: Infinite Time' World Tour, taking place on 1 March at Axiata Arena. Although SUPER JUNIOR and sub-unit group DnE have visited Malaysia respectively in 2018 and 2019, but it's been 6 years since the complete group performed at our shores for a full-scale concert. Sadly, Heechul is sitting out of this tour due to health conditions. SUPER JUNIOR began their 5th world concert tour in Seoul last year and have since performed in Japan, Thailand, Philippines and Indonesia.

SUPER JUNIOR World Tour - Super Show 8: Infinite Time in Kuala Lumpur Details:

Date: 1 March 2020 (Sunday)

Time: 5PM

Venue: Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil

Ticket Price: RM798 (Rock zone), RM748 (Cat 1), RM588 (Cat 2), RM488 (Cat 3), RM388 (Cat 4) and RM268 (Cat 5)

*prices subject to RM4 ticket fee

*10% discount for the first 1,000 tickets sold (Rock zone, CAT 1 & CAT 1 tickets only)

Online Ticketing: 21 January (Tuesday), 12PM onwards via www.myticket.asia

Offline Ticketing: 22 January (Wednesday) via MyTicket Asia's authorized outlets

Fans who previously signed up as Star Planet Member is eligible to receive 1 reward point for every RM1 spent on ticket purchase. Reward points are redeemable for Star Planet’s limited edition merchandises.

For more information or ticket inquiry, call Star Planet at +603-9223 3667 / MyTicket Asia +603- 8605 0195 or log on to www.starplanet.com.my.

About SUPER JUNIOR

Dubbed as the “King of K-Pop”, SUPER JUNIOR debuted in 2005 and is one of the longest running boy groups in the K-pop scene. The group achieved global stardom following the release of viral hit “Sorry, Sorry” in 2009, and continue to reach commercial success with mega hits such as “Mr. Simple”, “Sexy, Free & Single”, “MAMACITA”, “Black Suit”, “Lo Siento” and etc.

Despite their debut in the industry for 15 years, SUPER JUNIOR continues to proof its status by being the first foreign-language artist to win Artiste of the Year award at the 14th KKBOX Music Awards, and also being the first K-pop act to enter Billboard’s Latin Songs chart last year, with “Lo Siento” charted at No. 13.

The group’s eight members comprising of LEETEUK, SIWON, DONGHAE, RYEOWOOK, KYUHYUN, SHINDONG, YESUNG as well as EUNHYUK, who is also the head concert director of this tour, are going to make you SUPER Clap with their timeless charisma and eternally astounding performances. Accompanied by explosive and state-of-the-art stage production, the show will absolutely leave E.L.F.s on edge of their seats promising an event full of excitement.