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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Hottest Band on YouTube Right Now Isn't Even Real
The Hottest Band on YouTube Right Now Isn't Even Real originally appeared on Parade. The global phenomenon that is Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters has shattered the fourth wall, propelling its fictional girl group into a real-world music sensation. The lyric music video for the in-series group's electrifying anthem, "How It's Done," has officially rocketed past the 100 million view milestone on YouTube, proving the show's cultural impact extends far beyond the streaming platform. Since its debut, KPop Demon Hunters has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique blend of high-stakes supernatural action and the dazzling, high-pressure world of Kpop. The series, which follows the members of the chart-topping girl group Huntr/x as they lead a secret double life battling evil spirits, has become a global obsession. Now, the show's fictional success has manifested into a tangible reality. Fans have embraced Huntr/x as their new favorite group, streaming their music and watching their videos with the dedication typically reserved for real-life idols. "How It's Done" is an empowering burst of energy, capturing the group's dual identity with lyrics that promise to "hear our voice unwavering till our song defeats the night." The music video, lifted directly from the series, is a visual spectacle of razor-sharp choreography and cinematic action sequences that has left viewers breathless and hitting the replay button. As the view counter for "How It's Done" continues to climb, the question on everyone's mind is: what's next? With calls for a full album release and merchandise selling out in minutes, the demand is palpable. For now, Huntr/x fans are celebrating a very real milestone, proving to the entire world that they know exactly "How It's Done." The Hottest Band on YouTube Right Now Isn't Even Real first appeared on Parade on Aug 6, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Aug 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Rapper to Hitmaker: Teddy Park's EPIC journey that's shaking up the K-Pop world post 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' success
Tuning an animated film like " K-Pop Demon Hunters" into a hit with music that echoes Blackpink 's energy, that's Teddy Park for you. The elusive producer has a distinct style that permeates tracks without him ever stepping out into the limelight. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans quickly noted his influence in the film's tracks like "Golden" and "How It's Done," crafted with his The Black Label team. His blend of hip-hop, EDM, and catchy hooks mirrors iconic hits such as Blackpink's "Kill This Love" (2019), 2NE1's "I Am The Best" (2011), and BigBang's "Fantastic Baby" (2012) - all his creations. Often likened to pop maestro Max Martin, Teddy has subtly transformed K-pop over a decade into a worldwide sensation. With Blackpink's "Jump" topping charts and his co-ed group Allday Project rising, it's time to decode this puzzle. Who'd guess a former rapper would architect K-pop's bold edge? Teddy's tracks are cultural shifts, like Blackpink's 2022 "Pink Venom," which mixed traditional Korean sounds with hip-hop, echoing his early 1TYM experiment in "Kwaejina Ching Ching" (2000). His trend-spotting, such as adding trap to "Ddu-Du Ddu-Du" (2018) during its US boom, marks him as a pioneer. Music critic Shim Jae-geol of JX United says: "He's able to notice the trendiest elements in global pop and interpret them through his own distinctive lens." From Seoul's Streets to LA Auditions Born Park Hong-jun in Seoul, Teddy's path resembles an inspiring underdog story. He relocated to New York in middle school, absorbing urban influences, and in 1997, auditioned for YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun-suk in Los Angeles - a pivotal encounter shaping his career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Debuting in 1998 as 1TYM's leader, he introduced raw hip-hop to Korea amid pop dominance. Chart-toppers like "One Love" (2000) and "Hot" (2003), both by him, pioneered the genre until the group's 2006 pause. His fusion of traditional elements with rap laid the groundwork for his producer phase. In a 2009 Starnews Korea interview, he shared being content as a rapper but "even happier as a producer," fitting his behind-the-scenes nature. Beyond YG, he produced hits like Sunmi's "Gashina" (2017), Uhm Jeong-hwa's "D.I.S.C.O" (2008), and featured in Lee Hyo-ri's "Anyclub" (2005). Personally private, he dated actor Han Ye-seul from 2013 to 2016, with 2017 rumours involving Blackpink's Jennie swiftly denied by YG. His stage-to-studio shift underscores that true impact often happens offstage. Becoming Blackpink's Secret Weapon Teddy's producing started with 1TYM's "2nd Round" (2000) and YG tracks, but exploded with 2NE1's 2009 debut. Yang credited him for hits like "Fire" (2009) and "I Am The Best" (2011), plus their fierce image. He boosted BigBang and became integral to Blackpink, with calling him the "fifth member" in a 2020 press event for their documentary, as he knows them deeply. From "How You Like That" (2020) to "Jump," his work forms their core. His edge? Spotting trends, like Brazilian funk in Allday Project's "Famous" or trap in Blackpink's early hits. In 2017, the Korea Music Copyright Association named him top-earning songwriter, with reports indicating high royalties (per Statista data on global songwriters). Yang dubbed him successor in 2015, but Teddy founded The Black Label in 2016 as a YG subsidiary, gaining independence by 2025 with YG's stake at 14.55%. This shows he's not just creating music but building legacies. Going Independent At The Black Label, Teddy nurtures artists like Jeon Somi (2018 signee), BigBang's Taeyang, Blackpink's Rose, and dancer Leejung. He debuted girl group Meovv in September 2024, initially mysterious but succeeding with 2025 EP "My Eyes Open Vvide" and "Hands Up" win via increased media. June 2025 brought mixed-gender Allday Project, using his producer fame for a strong launch with cohesive sound and visuals. Shim notes the mixed setup is novel, but Teddy's aesthetics drive success. As an independent leader, he must establish two rookies. Analyst Lee Hwa-jeong's July 22, 2025 report states time is needed to rival K-pop giants, yet such innovations advance the industry. Teddy's journey inspires creators to innovate beyond boundaries.
Straits Times
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Fictional boy band Saja Boys top Spotify US chart with Your Idol
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Your Idol are performed by Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo and samUIL Lee as Saja Boys in KPop Demon Hunters. SEOUL – Saja Boys, a fictional boy band from Netflix's hit animation KPop Demon Hunters (2025), has topped the US Spotify chart. Your Idol, performed by Saja Boys for the film's original soundtrack (OST), reached No. 1 on the Daily Top Songs chart in the US, according to the platform on July 5. Only three K-pop tracks have reached the top spot on Spotify's US chart: Seven (2023) by Jungkook of K-pop boy band BTS, Who (2024) by BTS' Jimin, and Apt. (2024) by Rose of K-pop girl group Blackpink and American singer Bruno Mars. Other tracks from KPop Demon Hunters are also climbing the US Spotify charts, with Golden landing at No. 2, How It's Done at No. 8, and Soda Pop at No. 10. The film follows a popular girl group, Huntrix, as they fight to protect the human world from demons while competing with Saja Boys, a boy band born in the demon realm, with both groups gradually revealing their true identities. In the soundtrack, Your Idol and Soda Pop are performed by Andrew Choi, Neckwav, Danny Chung, Kevin Woo and SamUIL Lee as Saja Boys, while Golden and How It's Done are Huntrix's tracks, performed by Ejae, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami. On Spotify's Global Top 50 chart, Golden was No. 3, while Your Idol placed at No. 5 as of July 7 noon. Five other tracks from the album also entered the Global Top 50. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Construction starts on Cross Island Line Phase 2; 6 MRT stations in S'pore's west ready by 2032 Singapore New SkillsFuture requirements from April 2026 to mandate regular training for adult educators Singapore MPs should not ask questions to 'clock numbers'; focus should be improving S'poreans' lives: Seah Kian Peng Singapore Sequencing and standards: Indranee on role of Leader of the House Asia Australian woman found guilty of all counts in mushroom murders case Singapore askST Jobs: Facing intrusive demands from your employer? Here's what you can do Singapore NUS College draws 10,000 applications for 400 places, showing strong liberal arts interest Singapore Life After... blazing biomedical research trail in S'pore: Renowned scientist breaks new ground at 59 The KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack album entered the Billboard 200 at No. 8, while tracks including Your Idol and Golden have charted on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100. The OST features a strong K-pop flavour, backed by an impressive line-up of producers who have shaped the global K-pop scene. Kush and Vince from South Korean record label The Black Label, led by star producer Teddy Park, known for his work with boy band BigBang and Blackpink, participated in the album. THE KOREA HERALD/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
Korea Herald
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Saja Boys top Spotify US chart with 'Your Idol'
Soundtracks of 'K-pop Demon Hunters' rises on global charts Saja Boys, a fictional boy band from Netflix's K-pop animation 'K-pop Demon Hunters,' has topped the US Spotify chart. According to Spotify on Saturday, 'Your Idol,' performed by Saja Boys for the film's original soundtrack, reached No. 1 on the platform's Daily Top Songs chart in the US. Only three K-pop tracks have previously reached the top spot on Spotify's US chart: BTS Jungkook's 'Seven,' BTS Jimin's 'Who,' and Blackpink Rose's 'APT.' Other tracks from 'K-pop Demon Hunters' are also climbing the US Spotify charts, with 'Golden' landing at No. 2, 'How It's Done' at No. 8, and 'Soda Pop' at No. 10. On Spotify's Global Top 50 chart, 'Golden' ranked at No. 3, while 'Your Idol' placed at No. 7 as of 2:45 p.m. Korean time. Five other tracks from the album also entered the Global Top 50. The 'K-pop Demon Hunters' soundtrack album also entered the Billboard 200 at No. 8, while tracks including 'Your Idol' and 'Golden' have charted on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100. The film follows a popular girl group, Huntr/x, as they fight to protect the human world from demons while competing with Saja Boys, a boy band born in the demon realm, with both groups gradually revealing their true identities. In the soundtrack, 'Your Idol' and 'Soda Pop' are performed by Saja Boys, while 'Golden' and 'How It's Done' are Hunt/ix's tracks. The OST features a strong K-pop flavor, backed by an impressive lineup of producers who have shaped the global K-pop scene. Kush and Vince from The Black Label, led by star producer Teddy, known for his work with Big Bang and Blackpink, participated in the album.
Express Tribune
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
‘KPop Demon Hunters' faces backlash over ‘Napalm Era' lyric amid praise for Netflix debut
Since its release on Netflix on June 20, 2025, the animated musical fantasy film KPop Demon Hunters has received widespread praise for its engaging story and execution. However, the film has recently faced criticism over a lyric in its opening song, How It's Done, performed by Ejae, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna and written by Ejae, Danny Chung, and Mark Sonnenblick. The song plays during a scene where protagonists Rumi, Zoey, and Mira fight demons on their way to perform for a stadium of fans. While the track promotes themes of confidence and empowerment, it includes the lyric 'Fit check for my napalm era,' which has been criticised by Vietnamese viewers who have highlighted its insensitivity due to the historical context of the Vietnam War. Many Vietnamese viewers have taken to social media to express concerns, noting that the reference to 'napalm era' recalls the extensive use of napalm by the United States during the Vietnam War, leading to severe civilian casualties and long-term health impacts. Between 1963 and 1973, American forces dropped hundreds of thousands of tonnes of napalm in Vietnam, causing devastation across many regions. Napalm, a highly flammable substance that clings to the skin and burns at extremely high temperatures, became a symbol of the destruction associated with the war. Viewers are calling for greater awareness of the term's implications, particularly given the film's popularity in Vietnam. Despite the controversy, KPop Demon Hunters continues to perform strongly on Netflix, but the discussion around the lyric reflects ongoing conversations about historical sensitivity in global media.
