Check out our picks for the best of the year. By Billboard Staff K-pop expanded its perimeters and scope this year while simultaneously infusing itself into today’s trends and sounds in creative ways.

Some K-pop performances stood out from the rest this year. Credit: Mashable Composite; Getty / Getty Images Entertainment, ImaZinS, YG Entertainment There was no shortage of moments that cut through ...

Every year, the K-pop industry witnesses a surge of new groups making their debuts and showcasing their versatile talents. With catchy title tracks that pique the public’s interest and a following ...

K-pop is in a constant state of flux. In 2021, this was even more pronounced, with so much change happening that the evolution was almost tangible. The thriving Korean music scene, full of popular ...

As the coronavirus pandemic continued into 2021, K-pop debuts slowed down this year, as many companies didn’t want new talent to enter the industry at such a confusing timey. But a handful of new acts ...