Often, the treatment of K-pop artists is harrowing, and there’s little consideration for their well-being. This is not unique to the K-pop industry, as North American musicians have been the victims of a variety of shocking horror stories. Idols, as K-pop performers are dubbed, are also subjected to intense pressure and unrealistic expectations. According to Jeff Benjamin, a K-pop music columnist, “idols must be perfect and meet an ideal standard to please the audience.”
Daesang
The ‘Daesang’ is a South Korean music award show that recognizes the best albums, artists, and tracks of the year. It is an important ceremony in the K-pop community, and the winners of the show are determined by sales and votes. The awards are based on a set criteria, including album sales, digital sales, and expert reviews.
Not all of the major groups have held a Daesang, but most have won multiple times. Here are some examples of the groups that have won the prize:
Girls’ Generation
Girls’ Generation is one of the most popular kpop groups. The eight members debuted with Into The New World in 2007. Since then, they have sold more than 600 million albums, performed in more than 150 concerts, and have garnered 2.5 billion total views on music videos. They are a very popular group amongst kpop fans, and their popularity continues to grow.
Since their debut, the K-Pop group has been increasingly accessible, with high-quality cameras capturing the entire performance. It has also become more experimental, with more members releasing music videos and images. Their schedules are designed to include actual contact with fans.
Super Junior
Super Junior is one of the most popular groups in Kpop. The members of this group have a plethora of international fan followings. They have achieved a wide range of achievements over the years, including topping the charts in Japan, Taiwan, and Korea. Their most recent album, “Play”, became the best-selling album in Korea for the eighth consecutive time. It also reached number one on the charts in Taiwan and Thailand.
The band’s members were chosen based on their experience and their talent. Many members of the group have worked in different fields such as acting, radio hosting, and modeling. The group’s rotation concept was derived from Japanese girl groups. Leader Leeteuk and resident attention seeker Park Jung-soo have earned praise for their talents.
Big Bang
The Big Bang boys are a cult-like group in Korean pop culture, and they have influenced the music industry ever since they started out in 2008. The group has been one of the most popular acts in the industry and has broken many records with their albums. They even have been nominated for awards and have had solo albums released. The group has also collaborated with a variety of other artists including Missy Elliot.
Big Bang’s comeback has been the subject of intense speculation, especially as they have just finished shooting the music video for their next release. After garnering positive attention in the past year, many are now wondering if the group will continue their successful streak. However, it’s important to note that the band’s popularity has fluctuated and may even fall.
Exo
After three years, Exo released their debut album, Exodus, which topped Korean, American, and Canadian charts. The group lost three members, but their momentum has continued. They have released several singles both domestically and internationally. Below are some of the group’s most memorable achievements. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the band’s biggest hits and their most popular videos.
The group’s comeback was announced on April 15 by S.M. Entertainment, the company behind the popular boy band. The group began releasing individual teaser images, announcing that they’d be releasing a new single titled “Overdose.” The group’s music video for the title track, “Growl,” has gone on to earn several awards, including the Mnet Asian Music Awards and Melon Music Awards.