10 Popular K-Pop Artists

1. Blackpink:

Formed by YG Entertainment, the four-member K-pop group blends hip-hop, trap, and electronic dance music (EDM) sounds with a trendy, hip-hop-inspired look. Their sounds, styling, and lyrics, reflect the group’s signature light and dark themes, like the colors in their name. The group debuted in 2016 and has since become the highest-ranking K-pop girl group on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

2. BTS:

This seven-member K-pop band hit the music scene in 2013 and has since achieved worldwide success. Though they took a while to find their footing, the boys’ pivot to emotional and personal lyrics strengthened their connection with younger audiences. Their worldwide success took off after a 2017 performance at the American Music Awards, leading to their popularity across the United States.

3. Exo:

This nine-member South Korean-Chinese boy band integrates pop, hip-hop, and house music into their catchy melodies. At the end of 2014, they became Japan’s highest-selling artist of the year and achieved global success by 2017.

4. Girls’ Generation:

Also known as SNSD, this Korean pop group was formed by SM Entertainment in 2002 and features eight members. Though their sound has varied over the years, it is often described as electropop meets bubblegum pop.

5. Psy:

Psy is a popular Korean singer and rapper who broke records following the music video popularity for his single “Gangnam Style” back in 2013. His lyrics and performances often feature humor and satire. For the latest KPOP products, click here.

6. Red Velvet:

This five-member girl group features a hybrid sound of jazz and R&B mixed with hip-hop and electronic sounds. In 2020, the prolific girl group’s animated likeness was featured on Trolls World Tour, along with their song, “Russian Roulette.”

7. Seo Taiji and Boys:

Active from the early 1990s until 1996, this group only had three members and focused on experimental Western melodies to fuel their sound. They are often considered some of the earliest pioneers in bringing together the hybrid sound of modern K-pop.

8. SHINee:

This all-boy group originated in Seoul, South Korea, and is mostly known for its contemporary R&B sound and dance routines, although they also incorporate experimental musical styles in many albums.

9. Super Junior:

Debuting in 2005, Super Junior was founded in Seoul. Their sound often changes between albums, sometimes featuring more of a pop sound, and other times experimenting with percussion and electronic sounds.

10. Wonder Girls:

Formed by JYP Entertainment, this all-female group was active between 2007 and 2017 and replaced several members during their run. Their music had a more retro style, featuring melodies and sounds from the 1960s to the 1980s.

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