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Epik High Is Having a Moment: 'Love Love Love' & 'Fan' Climb Back Up the Charts
등록일2026.01.29
Epik High's catalog is having a bona fide resurgence, with the trio's past hits not only climbing back up the charts but also being rediscovered across the K-pop landscape. “Love Love Love (Feat. Yoong Jin of Casker)” has reignited public interest thanks to a steady chart rebound―and it's catching fresh fire as idol artists jump in organically. On TikTok and Reels, a wave of fan-made clips and challenge videos has pushed the track beyond a simple comeback into full-on cultural moment territory. Leading the charge: fourth- and fifth-gen acts like IVE, TWICE, ENHYPEN, KiiiKiii, NCT WISH, and TWS, who've been referencing the song across short-form content, stages, and fan meets. Even g.o.d's Danny Ahn gave it a nod at a fan event, underscoring its cross-generational appeal. The ripple effect is pulling other Epik High staples back into the spotlight, too. “Fan” is popping up in performances and content from younger groups including CRAVITY and BOYNEXTDOOR, keeping the track's message and iconography alive. Meanwhile, “Fly (Feat. Amin.J of Soulciety)” recently got a fresh spotlight at MBC's Gayo Daejejeon, performed by CORTIS―proof that these songs still resonate well beyond their original era. More than a mere chart blip, the moment speaks to enduring songwriting and a rare dialogue between generations. Epik High's lyricism and emotional depth have always had staying power, and this renewed momentum―fueled by fellow artists and fans alike―shows that impact is still unfolding in real time. Expect the trio to keep that energy going in 2026 with varied projects and more touchpoints with both fans and junior artists. Photo= OURS (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
CRAVITY JUNGMO Makes Drama Debut with 'Not a Killer, I'm a Writer'
등록일2026.01.19
CRAVITY's JUNGMO is stepping into his first scripted role with the short-form action-comedy Not a Killer, I'm a Writer . The series follows Dok Go-jin, a bright-eyed aspiring drama writer who's anything but dark and brooding―until he suddenly finds himself inhabiting the body of Baek Do-yoon, a top-tier hitman. Caught between assassins on his tail and his dream of finishing a script, he fights his way through danger with equal parts grit and gallows humor. JUNGMO plays both the wronged rookie writer Dok Go-jin and the resurrected assassin Baek Do-yoon, showing off a dual performance that blends charm with high-impact action. Best known as the lead vocalist of CRAVITY, JUNGMO has steadily expanded his footprint beyond music into variety and digital content. Fans are eager to see the new colors he brings as an actor through Not a Killer, I'm a Writer . Not a Killer, I'm a Writer premiered exclusively in Japan on January 16 via Kanta, the global short-form drama platform operated by RIDI. The app is available for download on Japan's Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Photo credit: Starship Entertainment (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
3년 만에 돌아온 스타쉽X'출장 십오야', 송승헌 가마 등장→아이브 이젠 막내 아냐 유쾌한 케미
등록일2025.11.06
스타쉽엔터테인먼트(이하 '스타쉽') 소속 아티스트들이 '출장 십오야 X 스타쉽 전국체전'으로 3년 만에 다시 모였다. 지난 5일 첫 방송된 tvN 예능프로그램 '출장 십오야'에서는 3년 전 가을 운동회 편에 이어 스타쉽 소속 아티스트들이 총출동해 전국체전에 참가했다. 배우 송승헌, 이동욱, 유연석, 이광수, 김범, 손우현, 채수빈, 신승호, 김경남, 안지환과 가수 케이윌(K.will), 몬스타엑스(MONSTA X), 우주소녀(WJSN), 크래비티(CRAVITY), 아이브(IVE), 키키(KiiiKiii), 아이딧(IDID) 등 총 38명의 스타쉽 아티스트들이 등장해 나영석 PD의 진행 아래 경기를 펼쳤다. 전국체전에 앞서 스타쉽 아티스트들은 각기 다른 매력을 뽐내며 등장했다. 기존 멤버부터 새로 합류한 이들이 시선을 모은 가운데, 신인 키키가 긴장한 모습으로 들어섰다. 이어 몬스타엑스는 거수경례를 하며 등장했고, 우주소녀는 입장부터 유쾌한 매력을 뽐냈다. 다음으로 배우1팀이 입장했다. 이광수는 송승헌 선배님 오셨습니다 라고 외쳤고, 가마까지 태우려는 후배들 앞에 당황하던 송승헌은 이내 가마를 타고 위엄 있게 등장해 웃음을 자아냈다. 배우2팀 역시 이동욱을 필두로 유연석의 투머치토커 기질이 웃음을 줬다. 3년 전 막내였던 아이브는 저희가 더 이상 막내가 아니다 라며 선배의 위엄을 보여줬다. 이들은 키키에게 말을 걸며 선배다운 모습으로 훈훈함을 더했고, 크래비티 역시 원진의 위트 넘치는 삼행시와 함께 예능돌의 활약을 예고하며 기대감을 높였다. 또 촬영일 기준 아직 데뷔를 하지 않은 아이딧이 신박한 인사와 함께 등장했고, 큰 형 송승헌이 이광수와 김범이 만든 가마 위에서 이들에게 덕담을 전해 큰 웃음을 선사했다. 마지막으로 스타쉽의 이사 케이윌까지 자리하며 '제2회 스타쉽 야유회'가 시작됐다. 이어 점심 돼지갈비를 두고 '청개구리 절대음감' 게임이 펼쳐졌다. tvN '뿅뿅 지구오락실3'을 통해 게임에 숙련된 아이브 안유진의 시범이 감탄을 자아낸 가운데, 각 팀의 어설프면서도 유쾌한 모습이 웃음을 유발했고, 재도전 끝에 배우2팀을 제외한 모든 팀이 갈비를 얻었다. 이때 침울해하던 배우2팀은 나영석 PD에게 거래를 제안했고, 이동욱의 피나는 노력 끝에 갈비를 적게나마 먹을 수 있게 돼 환호를 받았다. 이동하는 차 안에서도 이들의 팀워크가 돋보였다. 송승헌이 휴대폰을 들고 다 함께 셀카를 찍는가 하면, 키키의 신곡 'DANCING ALONE(댄싱 얼론)'부터 몬스타엑스의 '엔 더 프론트(N the Front)', 아이브의 'XOXZ(엑스오엑스지)', 크래비티의 'SET NET G0?!(셋넷고?!)', 다영의 솔로곡 'body(바디)', 아이딧의 '제멋대로 찬란하게' 등 다양한 음악에 맞춰 신나게 춤을 추는 아티스트들의 모습이 깊은 인상을 남겼다. 다음 장소로 이동한 아티스트들은 '제1회 스타쉽 전국체전'에 임했다. 팀원이 발표된 가운데 인원이 맞지 않는 팀 구성에 아티스트들은 의아함을 감추지 못했다. 그러나 곧바로 고향이 같은 멤버끼리 팀이 됐음을 알게 됐고, 이후 6개 팀으로 재편성된 팀에서 본격적으로 전국체전을 준비했다. 전국체전에서는 아티스트들의 저마다 다른 승부욕이 웃음을 줬다. 단체 줄넘기, 지압 피구 등이 펼쳐졌고, 뜻밖의 몸개그가 재미를 높였다. 특히 송승헌은 후배들의 디스 속에서도 웃음을 잃지 않고 남다른 개그감을 보여줬고, 선후배를 넘어 순수하게 전국체전을 즐기는 아티스트들의 진심이 돋보였다. [사진 = tvN '출장 십오야' 방송 캡처, 유튜브 채널 '채널십오야' 영상 캡처] 강선애 기자 (SBS연예뉴스 강선애 기자)
'The Game Caterers x Starship' Returns: From Song Seung-heon's Palanquin to IVE Not Being the Youngest Anymore
등록일2025.11.06
Starship Entertainment's roster reunited for The Game Caterers x Starship Sports Day , marking the franchise's first Starship special in three years. The Nov. 5 premiere of tvN's The Game Caterers saw 38 Starship artists show up for an all-out company field day. Actors Song Seung-heon, Lee Dong-wook, Yoo Yeon-seok, Lee Kwang-soo, Kim Bum, Son Woo-hyun, Chae Soo-bin, Shin Seung-ho, Kim Kyung-nam and Ahn Ji-hwan joined K-pop acts K.Will, MONSTA X, WJSN, CRAVITY, IVE, KiiiKiii and IDID, competing under producer Na Young-seok's (aka Na PD) watch. Before the games kicked off, the entrances delivered plenty of personality. Rookie KiiiKiii walked in looking adorably tense, MONSTA X marched in with sharp salutes, and WJSN set the tone with a breezy, playful vibe right from the gate. Then came Actor Team 1, with Lee Kwang-soo shouting, “Song Seung-heon is here!” Amid mock chaos as juniors tried to hoist him up, Song finally leaned into the bit―riding a palanquin for a grand, tongue-in-cheek entrance that had everyone cracking up. Actor Team 2 followed, led by Lee Dong-wook, with resident chatterbox Yoo Yeon-seok keeping the banter flowing. IVE, who were the babies of the lineup three years ago, made it clear that era is over. “We're not the youngest anymore,” they teased, warmly hyping up newcomer KiiiKiii like true seniors. CRAVITY kept the comedy rolling as Wonjin dropped a witty acrostic on cue, signaling variety-show MVP energy to come. Pre-debut group IDID also made a memorable first impression with a quirky greeting―right before “eldest brother” Song Seung-heon, still perched on the makeshift palanquin crafted by Lee Kwang-soo and Kim Bum, offered them some big-brother words of wisdom for a hearty laugh. With even “board member” K.Will taking his seat, the Second Annual Starship Company Outing was officially underway. Lunch was on the line next, with teams battling in a chaotic “perfect pitch” challenge for plates of grilled pork ribs. IVE's An Yujin―battle-tested thanks to tvN's Earth Arcade 3―set the bar with a flawless demo. The rest was endearingly messy but hilarious, and after a do-over round, every team but Actor Team 2 earned their ribs. Dejected, Actor Team 2 cut a deal with Na PD; thanks to Lee Dong-wook's relentless effort, they scored at least a modest share and a big cheer. Even the van rides doubled as variety gold. Song Seung-heon led a group selfie session, and the caravan turned into a rolling dance floor as they vibed to KiiiKiii's new single “DANCING ALONE,” MONSTA X's “N the Front,” IVE's “XOXZ,” CRAVITY's “SET NET G0?!,” WJSN's Dayoung's solo “Body,” and IDID's pre-debut track “Shine in Our Own Way.” At the next venue, the artists launched into the First Starship National Sports Festival. When the initial rosters didn't add up, confusion quickly turned to surprise―they were being sorted by hometown. After a reshuffle into six teams, it was game on. From group jump rope to dodgeball on acupressure mats, the competition delivered peak slapstick. Song Seung-heon kept his cool and comedic timing even as juniors roasted him, and the whole day felt refreshingly earnest―seniors and rookies alike just having genuine fun with the rivalry and the ridiculousness. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)
WJSN DAYOUNG Nabs First Solo Win on 'The Show' ― And Proves She Is Impossible Not to Love
등록일2025.09.24
Persistence paid off. As WJSN marks its ninth anniversary, DAYOUNG stepped out on her own ― and just 15 days after releasing her debut solo single, she clinched her first music-show trophy. On the Sept. 23 broadcast of SBS M/SBS FiL's The Show, DAYOUNG took home The Show Choice with the title track Body from her solo debut release gonna love me, right? Fighting back tears onstage, she told fans, I've wanted to feel loved for so long ― thank you for giving me so much love. For her encore, WJSN's BONA, EXY and YEONJUNG, along with CRAVITY's HYEONGJUN, joined DAYOUNG onstage, turning the celebration into a sweet display of camaraderie. DAYOUNG was hands-on with the project, steering the planning, concept and even the music video to introduce herself not just as an idol, but as an artist. Ahead of promotions, she unveiled a striking makeover ― shedding about 12 kilograms and swapping her bright, bubbly image for a tanned, bleached and more mature edge that matches the song's candid, provocative spirit. Word of mouth kicked in fast: the track hit No. 1 on VIBE's Soaring Chart on Sept. 21 and entered Melon's Top 100 at No. 89 the following day, momentum that culminated in her music-show win two weeks post-debut. Since debuting with WJSN in 2016, DAYOUNG has kept busy ― from the sub-unit WJSN CHOCOME to becoming the youngest champion on King of Mask Singer. Now, nine and a half years later, her solo debut stamps her name once again, this time on her own terms. Onstage, her mix of confidence and earnest hunger makes it easy to see why fans can't help but love her. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
'Comeback on June 23' CRAVITY, All Members Involved in Songwriting & Composing → Title Track 'SET NET GO?!'
등록일2025.06.11
The group CRAVITY is heating up the comeback scene with a diverse tracklist for their full-length album. Starship Entertainment revealed the tracklist for CRAVITY's second full-length album 'Dare to Crave' through the group's official social media on the 10th. According to the tracklist, the new album 'Dare to Crave' features a total of 12 songs including the title track 'SET NET GO?!', 'On My Way', 'SWISH', 'Rendez-vous', 'PARANOIA', 'Straight Up To Heaven', 'Stadium', 'Marionette', 'Underdog', 'Click, Flash, Pow', 'Love Me Again', and 'Wish Upon A Star'. Notably, all members participated in songwriting and composing, drawing significant attention. SERIM contributed to six songs including the title track 'SET NET GO?!', 'On My Way', and 'PARANOIA', and presents his first self-composed song 'Marionette'. ALLEN also filled the tracklist by participating in eight songs including the title track 'SET NET GO?!', 'Rendez-vous', and 'Stadium', while WOOBIN enhanced the album's quality by producing 'Rendez-vous' and writing lyrics for 'Click, Flash, Pow'. Meanwhile, WONJIN participated in writing 'Love Me Again' and debuts his own emotional touch with his first self-composed song 'Wish Upon A Star'. Some members ventured into songwriting for the first time since their debut. JUNGMO took on 'Straight Up To Heaven' and 'Love Me Again', MINHEE wrote for 'Click, Flash, Pow', and HYEONGJUN showed his hidden talent in lyricism by participating in 'Stadium', 'Click, Flash, Pow', and 'Love Me Again'. Following them, TAEYOUNG and SEONGMIN completed honest and delicate tracks through 'Love Me Again' and 'Straight Up To Heaven'. Additionally, the album features CRAVITY's first unit songs. JUNGMO, WOOBIN, and SEONGMIN performed 'Straight Up To Heaven', ALLEN, WONJIN, and HYEONGJUN took on 'Stadium', and SERIM, MINHEE, and TAEYOUNG sang 'Marionette', showcasing three distinct tracks that unfold CRAVITY's narrative. With MONSTA X's JOOHONEY taking charge of producing 'Underdog', the album promises to be more diverse and authentic than ever, raising anticipation for the comeback. 'Dare to Crave' represents CRAVITY facing a new phase of 'craving' atop the narrative they've built so far. With utterly honest melodies and lyrics, they unveil all their inner emotions and continue their journey through a broader and more colorful universe. On the 4th, CRAVITY teased a new beginning with a concept film and logo motion, introducing a new meaning to their name 'CRAVE'+'GRAVITY', and a new logo symbolizing grapes and grapevines. Especially as CRAVITY celebrates their 5th anniversary this year, the interest in 'Dare to Crave', their comeback about 7 months after last December's single album 'FIND THE ORBIT' and their first full album in over three years since 'LIBERTY: IN OUR COSMOS' in March 2022, is sky-high. Meanwhile, CRAVITY's second full-length album 'Dare to Crave' will be released on the 23rd at 6 PM through various online music sites. Photo = Starship Entertainment (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
'The Show' Kicks Off a New Beginning Today (March 4th)... with ZEROBASEONE → Hearts2Hearts
등록일2025.03.04
[SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae] SBS M's 'The Show' is set to resume broadcasting with the start of the new school semester. Airing today, March 4, at 6 PM, 'The Show' will feature trendy global stars such as ZEROBASEONE and Hearts2Hearts as they embark on a new journey. Viewers can look forward to the stylish performance of ZEROBASEONE's title track 'BLUE' and the sultry groove of their b-side track 'Devil Game,' along with the hot debut stage of Hearts2Hearts, who are taking their first steps toward their dreams. Fans are also eagerly anticipating their first meeting with the new MCs of 'The Show' for 2025: Xiao Jun from WayV, Hyung Jun from CRAVITY, and Seobi from izna. The new MCs are collectively known as 'NFZ,' a concept derived from their shared MBTI trait of having 'NF.' With their diverse imagination and empathetic charm, 'NFZ' promises to bring a lovely energy to Tuesday nights. Additionally, 'The Show' will introduce a new signature corner called 'NF Pick,' where the MCs (Xiao Jun, Hyung Jun, and Seobi) will take on challenges that embody the 'NF' spirit alongside comeback stars. The first guest will be ZEROBASEONE, who is returning with a healing visual concept, teaming up with MC Hyung Jun. Known for their creative ideas and overwhelming enthusiasm in past challenge segments, ZEROBASEONE is expected to bring plenty of laughs as they collaborate with Hyung Jun. Fans are curious to see what the 'NF Pick' challenge will look like on the show. The newly revamped 'The Show' will also feature performances from ARrC, Hearts2Hearts, I:MOND, ONE PACT, RESCENE, XODIAC, ZEROBASEONE, Gyubin, NouerA, Angel Noise, and Choi Su-hwan. Tune in for the live broadcast today at 6 PM on SBS M and SBS funE. [SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae] (SBS Star)
'더쇼', 오늘(4일) 새로운 시작…제로베이스원→하츠투하츠 출연
등록일2025.03.04
[SBS연예뉴스 | 강선애 기자] SBS M '더쇼'가 새 학기와 함께 방송 재개에 나선다. 4일(화) 저녁 6시 방송되는 '더쇼'는 ZEROBASEONE(제로베이스원), Hearts2Hearts(하츠투하츠) 등 트렌디한 글로벌 스타들과 새로운 시작을 함께한다. 세련된 퍼포먼스로 돌아온 ZEROBASEONE의 타이틀곡 'BLUE(블루)'와 섹시한 그루브를 감상할 수 있는 수록곡 'Devil Game(데빌 게임)' 무대는 물론, 꿈을 향한 힘찬 첫걸음을 내디딘 Hearts2Hearts의 핫데뷔 스테이지가 펼쳐진다. '더쇼'의 2025년 새 MC로 발탁된 WayV(웨이션브이) 샤오쥔, CRAVITY(크래비티) 형준, izna(이즈나) 정세비와의 첫 만남도 기다리고 있다. 새 MC들의 콘셉트는 '엔프즈(NFZ)'로, MBTI에 'NF'가 포함된다는 공통점에서 비롯됐다. 'N' 답게 버라이어티한 상상력과 'F'다운 공감력에 러블리한 감성을 더한 매력으로 화요일을 책임진다는 '엔프즈(NFZ)'의 다채로운 케미를 기대해 볼 수 있다. 다양한 챌린지에 도전하는 '더쇼'의 시그니처 코너 또한 새롭게 선보인다. 코너명은 '엔프Pick(픽)'으로 MC 엔프즈(샤오쥔, 형준, 정세비)가 컴백 스타들과 호흡을 맞춰 '엔프(NF)'스러운 챌린지들에 도전하는 코너이다. 첫 번째 주인공은 힐링 비주얼로 돌아온 ZEROBASEONE으로, MC 형준과 함께한다. ZEROBASEONE은 '더쇼'의 역대 챌린지 코너에서 기발한 아이디어와 과도한 열정으로 웃음 포인트를 책임진 경력자답게, MC 형준과 의기투합했다는 후문이다. 과연 더쇼에서 선보일 '엔프Pick' 챌린지는 어떤 모습일지 궁금증을 자아낸다. 새롭게 시작하는 '더쇼'는 ARrC(아크), Hearts2Hearts(하츠투하츠), I:MOND(아이몬드), ONE PACT(원팩트), RESCENE(리센느), XODIAC(소디엑), ZEROBASEONE, 규빈, NouerA(누에라), 엔젤노이즈, 최수환의 무대와 함께한다. 4일(화) 저녁 6시 SBS M과 SBS funE에서 동시 생방송된다. 강선애 기자 sakang@sbs.co.kr
