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Forbes
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
BTS Star RM Goes Dark On New Collaboration
RM and Tablo's new single 'Stop the Rain' debuts at No. 5 on iTunes, offering fans a raw, emotional ... More take on pain, guilt, and identity through old-school hip-hop. SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - NOVEMBER 24: RM of BTS attends W Korea's 18th breast cancer awareness campaign 'Love Your W' event at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul in Jongno-gu on November 24, 2023 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by The Chosunilbo JNS/Imazins via Getty Images) 2024 was a busy year for BTS star RM. The frontman of the globally-beloved group released his latest solo album Right Place, Wrong Person, pushed several singles from the set, and also delivered other tunes along the way, including one with Megan Thee Stallion. He's been quiet for several months now… but this Friday (May 2), he returns with a quick bestseller in America. RM linked up with Tablo, known both for his solo output and as the leader and producer of the South Korean hip-hop outfit Epik High. The two delivered the collaboration "Stop the Rain," which fans of both artists were quick to not only stream, but especially purchase. As of the time of writing, "Stop the Rain" is the third-highest rising debut on the iTunes Top Songs chart in America. At present, it lands at No. 5, but as the day progresses, it could continue to climb. Only two new arrivals — "What Hurts the Most" by Rascal Flatts and the Backstreet Boys, and "Woke Up This Morning" by Forrest Frank and Nathan Davis Jr. — are currently ahead, sitting at Nos. 1 and 3, respectively. Two holdovers, "Ordinary" by Alex Warren and "Pink Pony Club" by Chappell Roan, dip slightly to Nos. 2 and 4, respectively, and are also beating Tablo and RM… but perhaps only for the moment. "Stop the Rain" is a much darker type of track than fans are used to from RM — and certainly from the group that made him a superstar, BTS. It tackles themes like bullying, guilt, and low self-esteem. Both musicians open up in a way that followers may not be used to, which could be part of the reason the track is selling so well right out of the gate. The cut features both musicians rapping to a simple, drum-based beat layered with a soulful, somewhat sorrowful guitar line. It leans more toward old-school rap than the modern-day hip-hop often produced by many artists. The throwback-style approach speaks to the love both stars have for the American-made genre. Between the animated visuals in the music video and some of the lines in the chorus, the track even feels reminiscent of early Linkin Park — but without the heavy guitars or screaming. It's interesting to hear two South Korean imports borrowing from that playbook, putting their own spin on things, and doing so successfully, openly, and honestly. 2025 is the third year that's seen Tablo release new music, though so far, he's been fairly sparse with his drops. In 2024 he shared '1000 Years,' and the year prior, he unleashed 'Black Knight,' which came from the Netflix series of the same name. Before then, he hadn't shared solo cuts since 2017, though Epik High did drop a new album, Pump, in 2024.
Korea Herald
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
iKON's Kim Jinhwan completes military service
Kim Jinhwan of iKON was discharged Saturday, agency 143 Entertainment said. He did his mandatory military service as a social service agent from July 2023, and on the day of his discharge, he hosted a livestream to catch up with fans. The main vocalist and the oldest member was the first from the six-piece band to enlist. Bobby and Jung Chanwoo began serving in May last year; Song Yunhyeong followed three months later. Before enlistment, Kim dropped 'Blue Moon,' the second installment of his first solo set that included 'Paradise." The track topped the iTunes Top Songs chart in five regions. He was planning to host a solo tour in Japan in July 2023, but had to cancel the tour.
Forbes
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
J-Hope's New Single Blocked From No. 1 As It Starts Strong
J-Hope's new single 'Mona Lisa' debuts at No. 2 on iTunes, sandwiched between two new Morgan Wallen ... More hits as fans rally to push him to the top. WONJU, SOUTH KOREA - OCTOBER 17: J-Hope of BTS reacts after being discharged from military service at the army's 36th Infantry Division on October 17, 2024 in Wonju, Gangwon-do province, South Korea. J-Hope is the second BTS member to complete the 18-month mandatory military service, which is required for all able-bodied male citizens in South Korea before they turn 28. (Photo by Han Myung-Gu/Getty Images) J-Hope's fans know what to do whenever he drops new music. The BTS member has built a strong solo career by steadily sharing singles that often dominate digital sales rankings, usually going straight to the top. He's continued his selling streak throughout the past few weeks with multiple new drops. His latest release, 'Mona Lisa,' arrived on Friday (March 21), and while it hasn't yet hit No. 1 on iTunes, it's come very, very close – and it's just beginning its journey. 'Mona Lisa' ranks as the second-bestselling track in the U.S. on the iTunes Top Songs chart as of the time of writing. That list, which tracks the most-purchased songs on the country's most prominent digital platform, serves as a reliable barometer of sales popularity. It also forecasts how well a tune may perform on the Billboard charts in a few days, as powerful sales usually equate to a lofty debut. The only title ahead of 'Mona Lisa' comes from another superstar. Morgan Wallen's 'Just in Case,' the latest single from his upcoming album I'm No Problem, currently sits at No. 1. Wallen actually occupies two of the top three slots right now, with another new track, 'I'm a Little Crazy,' debuting at No. 3. That positions J-Hope squarely between the country juggernaut's newest releases, though this ranking could change as more fans of the South Korean powerhouse wake up and begin pressing purchase. 'Mona Lisa' is the third single J-Hope has shared so far in 2025, and it arrives on the heels of a pair of releases that have already earned him some chart victories. He kicked off the year by featuring on 'LV Bag,' a collaborative effort led by Don Toliver and Speedy. That cut, which also includes Pharrell Williams, debuted at No. 83 on the Hot 100. This week, 'Sweet Dreams' opens on the Hot 100 at No. 66, making it J-Hope's highest-debuting solo single of 2025 so far. The Miguel-assisted track is also a true standout on the sales front, launching at No. 1 on the Digital Song Sales chart. J-Hope hasn't formally announced a new album or EP, but the release pattern is certainly suspicious. 'LV Bag' may belong to a future Toliver project, but both 'Sweet Dreams' and 'Mona Lisa' appear to be true solo efforts. If more music is coming soon, it could signal the start of a new full-length era.
