Tássia Assis is a freelance writer focused on Asian pop music, most specifically K-pop and C-pop. She has written for i-D, MTV News, Seoulbeats, and others. Born in Brazil, she is currently based in Lisbon, Portugal.
See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2026 Grammys. Watch highlights and exclusive Grammys content from the 2026 Grammys all year long. The nominees for Record Of The Year at the 2026 GRAMMYS reflect some of the biggest hits from the past year. Pop darlings Billie Eilish, Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan were omnipresent in playlists all…
See the full list of winners and nominees from the 2026 Grammys. Watch highlights and exclusive Grammys content from the 2026 Grammys all year long. The Best New Artist Category is one of the most exciting at any GRAMMYS Awards. Every year, it shines a spotlight on emerging talent who are defining music’s zeitgeist. The nominees might be TikTok-raised stars…
On Oct. 20, Korean pop girl group TWICE will celebrate their 10th anniversary. This milestone is a rare feat in K-pop — especially for a group who has kept their original nine-member lineup intact. Since their 2015 debut on JYP Entertainment’s survival show "Sixteen," TWICE have grown into one of the most influential acts in the industry. During their early…
With just three months left in 2025, October is shaping up to be a musical highlight in the year. From stadium pop to introspective R&B, there are plenty of new releases to please even the pickiest listeners. The first week alone comes with major drops: Taylor Swift will bring forth a new era with The Life of a Showgirl, Ledisi…
As 2025 approaches its final quarter, artists are showing no signs of slowing down. September arrives packed with releases from heavy-hitters and rising stars alike, kicking off with Twenty One Pilots’ lore finale Breach and jazz master Kassa Overall’s CREAM. The first weeks of September will also bring forth Ty Dolla $ign’s long-awaited Tycoon, TWICE Chaeyoung’s solo debut Lil Fantasy…
Editor's Note: This article was published on May 8, 2025, and was updated on Aug. 22 to reflect the release of KARMA. One of the most successful and prolific K-pop groups today, Stray Kids climbed their way to the top through sweat, tears and a dash of defiance. Formed through a 2017 survival show of the same name under JYP…
A Recording Academy membership represents much more than just industry recognition and the chance to vote in the organization’s GRAMMY Awards. It also represents a genuine belief in each member’s potential to contribute, build community and help shape the future of music. To ensure that the industry grows in both rich and sustainable ways, the Academy puts diversity and representation…
August 2025 starts and finishes strong, with plenty of releases to keep your summer playlists flawless. Reneé Rapp kicks things off with BITE ME, and rapper duo sensation $uicideboy$ return with Thy Kingdom Come. Elsewhere, new releases from the Jonas Brothers, Bradley Zimmerman, the Black Keys, Amaarae, and Ethel Cain range from country and alt-rock, to ethereal R&B and baile…
From major comebacks to bold debuts, July is shaping up to be an exciting month in an already stellar 2025 in music. Two-time GRAMMY nominee Kesha kicks the month off with . (PERIOD), her first album after departing RCA and Kemosabe Records. Mid-month, Backstreet Boys will revisit their legacy on Millennium 2.0. and rising phenomenon Alex Warren will release his…
Editor's Note: This article was edited on June 25, 2025 to reflect that the release date for BABYMETAL's METAL FORTH was pushed to August. As we reach the halfway mark of 2025, June brings more than just heatwaves. In a month that celebrates Pride, Black Music Month, and Juneteenth, artists around the globe invite reflection and joy with a wave…
In the volatile world of K-pop, few groups make it to the 10-year mark without losing members or momentum. But SEVENTEEN, the 13-member troupe under PLEDIS Entertainment, is an exception. Since their debut in 2015 with the EP 17 Carat, they have only grown stronger, becoming a rising global force — with no signs of slowing down. On May 26,…
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on May 10, 2023 and was updated on May 16, 2025 to reflect all of BTS' solo work from the original publish date through Jin's Echo EP. No one can deny that South Korean boy group BTS is a phenomenon. Since their debut in 2013, the septet formed by Jin, Suga, j-hope, RM,…
"People and the media kind of imprisoned me in this character of the fearless, bold rock star — which, sometimes I am," says Måneskin singer turned solo star Damiano David. "It's me, but it's not my 100 percent." With Funny Little Fears (out May 16), David wants to introduce the world to his inner multitudes. When he's not the leather-…
May is right around the corner, and it packs more than flowers and sunshine. The month is shaping up to be a highlight of the year, stacked with major releases from Miley Cyrus to Kali Uchis. For rap fans, Key Glock will return with Glockaveli, while Rico Nasty enters her Lethal era. Country fans can look forward to new albums…
Editor's Note: This article was edited on April 21, 2025 to reflect that the release date was Roddy Ricch's The Navy Album was pushed to July. Spring blossoms with a bevy of new musical releases, and April is shaping up to be a particularly standout month. Coming in like a lion are albums from Elton John and Brandi Carlile, as…
Editor's Note: This article was previously published on April 4, 2023, and was updated on March 7, 2025 to reflect all of BLACKPINK's solo releases through JENNIE's Ruby. "Everytime I show up, blow up," BLACKPINK sings on their debut single, "Whistle," as if predicting the future. Since then, every step taken by the smoldering quartet grew larger and larger, until…
As March honors Women’s History Month, women in music continue to astound us with their unique creativity and singular releases. Right on the first Friday of the month, Lady Gaga makes her long-awaited return with MAYHEM, while BLACKPINK K-pop star JENNIE shines solo on her debut LP, Ruby. For country lovers, Caylee Hammack will release her album and companion book,…
In 2024, the K-pop industry continued to grow and absorb worldwide influences, spinning them into its one-of-a-kind culture. K-pop artists are more globalized and multifaceted than ever, securing opportunities that seemed inconceivable just a decade ago — BLACKPINK's ROSÉ scored a viral hit alongside Bruno Mars with "APT.," SEVENTEEN headlined Glastonbury in England, and TWICE teamed up with GRAMMY-winning rap…
As meteoric as it was, 2024 closes out as another amazing year for music. The stakes are high for the soon-to-arrive 2025, but an array of upcoming albums promises to make this new year just as fantastic. January kicks off with a bang, including Bad Bunny's Debí Tirar Más Fotos, a reflection on life and nostalgia, Ringo Starr's new country…
K-pop's broad influence continued to expand in 2024, as the juggernaut industry fastened its commercial and cultural grip on a global scale. Releases from genre stalwarts continued to gain traction, from record-breaking albums like BTS member Jimin’s "Who," to viral phenomena such as BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars’ "Apt." K-pop groups also achieved headlining sets at major U.S. festivals, such…
