My Top 10 K-POP Boy Band

K-POP is one of the most prominent genres of music across the globe. K-POP originates from South Korea but has the audience who are not of the Korean origin as well. The international audience who are not of the Korean origin is equally addicted to it even though they don't understand what the singers are saying. This crowd includes me as well. But fans follow them like religion and the music connects people across countries under the title of EXO-L, ARMY, Pink Panda and so on.

In this article, I'm going to introduce my top-10 boy bands. Please understand that this list is in no particular order. If you have any inputs on the information given or your favourite boy band has not been listed, then please feel free to comment about them.

My Top 10 Boy Bands:-

• Bangtan Sonyeondan (BTS)

BTS is a seven-member boy band under Big Hit Entertainment. They debuted on June 12, 2013 as a hip-hop band with the song "No more dream". Their first album- 2 Kool 4 Skool won them multiple awards including the New Artist of the Year. BTS is the first Korean group to perform Live on BBMA and to win BBMA two years consecutively. BTS fans are called as ARMY.

Other names- Bulletproof Boy Scout, Beyond the Scene, Bangtan Boys.

Members- Kim Seokjin (Vocal), Min Yoongi (Rapper, Producer), Kim Namjoon (Leader, Rapper), Jung Hoseok (Lead Dancer, Rapper), Park Jimin (Vocal), Kim Taehyung (Vocal) and Jeon Jungkook (Main Vocal).

Stage Name- Jin, Suga, Rap Monster, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook.

Popular Songs- Fake Love, Mic Drop, DNA, Blood Sweat and Tear, I Need You, No More Dreams.

Albums- O!RUL8,2 (2013), 2 Kool 4 Skool (2014), Dark and Wild (2014), Wake Up (2014), The Most Beautiful Moment In Life Pt.1 (2015), The Most Beautiful Moment In Life Pt.2 (2015), Wings (2016), Youth (2016), The Most Beautiful Moment In Life: Young Forever (2016), Love Yourself: Her (2017), Face Yourself (2018), Love Yourself: Tear (2018).

Awards- Golden Disc Award For Best Rookie Artists Of The Year (2014), MTV Europe Music Award For Best Korean Act (2015), Mnet Asian Music Award For Artist Of The Year (2016, 2017), Billboard Music Award For Top Social Artist (2017), iHeartRadio Music Award For Best Fan Army (2018), Billboard Music Award For Top Social Artist (2018) and many more.

• Day 6 

Day 6 is a five-member boy band under JYP Entertainment. They debuted on September 7, 2015 with their first album- EP, The Day. Unlike usual boy bands, each member of this group plays a musical instrument. The band has been nominated for multiple awards such as New Artist of the Year (2016), Best Rock Performance (2017) and many more. Day 6 fan club is known as My Day.

Other Names- 5 Live (Initial name of the band)

Members- Park Jae Hyung (Lead Guitarist, Vocal), Sungjin (Leader, Guitarist, Vocal), Kang Young Hyung (Bassist, Vocalist, Rapper), Wonpil (Synthesizer, Keyboardist, Vocal) and Dowoon (Drummer).

Stage Name- Jae, Sungjin, Young K, Wonpil, Dowoon.

Popular Songs- You Were Beautiful, I Loved You, I Like You, Be Lazy, Hi Hello, Oh-Ah (Cover of Twice).

Albums- EP, The Day (2015). EP, Daydream (2016), Moonshine (2017), Sunshine (2017).
 

• EXO 

EXO is a nine-member boy band under S. M. Entertainment. They debuted in 2011. They have two sub-groups called as EXO-K and EXO-M. The band has members from different linguistic backgrounds. EXO has received 23 Daesang Awards (From various award shows). EXO fan club is called as EXO-L.

Other Names- EXO-K, EXO-M

Members- Kim Min Seok (Vocalist, Dancer), Kim Jun Myeon (Leader, Vocalist), Zhang Yixing (Dancer, Vocalist), Byung Beakhyun (Main Vocalist), Kim Jong Dae (Vocalist), Park Chen Yeol (Rapper), Do Kyung Soo (Vocalist), Kim Jong In (Rapper), Oh Sehun (Dancer, Rapper).
 

Stage Name- Xiumin, Suho, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chenyeol, D.O., Kai, Sehun.

Popular Songs- Growl, Ko Ko Bop, Playboy, Peter Pan, Power, Miracle In December.

Albums-XOXO (2013), Exodus (2015), Ex'Act (2016), The War (2017), Countdown (2018)

Awards- Golden Disc Award For Best Rookie Artists Of The Year (2013), World Music Award For World's Best Selling Korean Artist (2014), Mnet Asian Music Award For Global Fans Choice (2015), Golden Disc Award For Best Album Of The Year (2016), Seoul Music Award Daesang Award (2017), Golden Disc Award Global Popularity Award (2018) and many more.

• Got7

As the name suggests, Got7 is a seven-member boy band under JYP Entertainment. They debuted in January 2014 with their first EP- Got It. The song charted No.1 at Billboard's World Album Chart. This band has members who are skilled in martial arts and are linguistically diverse. The group has received a total of 27 awards. Got7 fan club is iGot7.

Members- Mark Yi En Tuan (Rapper), Im Jae Beom (Leader, Vocalist), Jackson Wang (Rapper, Dancer), Park Jin Young (Vocalist, Dancer), Choi Young Jae (Main Vocalist), Kunpimook Bhuwakul (Rapper, Dancer), Kim Yu Gyeom (Dancer, Vocalist)

Stage Name- Mark, JB, Jackson, Jinyoung, Youngjae, BamBam, Yugyeom


Popular Songs- Hard Carry, Just Right, If You Do, A, Fly, Never Ever.

Albums- MAD(2015), Identify (2014), Moriagatteyo (2016), Flight Log: Turbulence (2016)

Awards- Golden Disc Award For Best Rookie Artists Of The Year (2015), MTV Europe Music Award For Best Worldwide Act (2016), Seoul Music Award Daesang Award (2017), Golden Disc Award Album Division (2018) and many more.

• Monsta X

Monsta X is a seven-member male dance group. They were formed in 2014 through a show called "No Mercy" on Mnet in the final episode. The band is supported by Starship Entertainment. They debuted on 14th May 2015 with EP Trespass. The name Monsta X has multiple meanings like "Mon" means "My" and "Sta" is for "Star" in French. Monsta X fan club is called as Monstabebe.
Members- Sohn Hyun-Woo (Leader, Vocalist), Shin Ho-Seok (Vocalist), Lee Min-Hyuk (Vocalist), Yoo Ki-Hyun (Main Vocalist), Chae Hyung-Won (Dancer, Vocalist), Lee Joo-Heon (Rapper), Im Chang-Kyun (Lead Rapper)

Stage Name- Shownu, Wonho, Minhyuk, Kihyun, Hyungwon, Jooheon, I.M.

Popular Songs- Beautiful, Dramarama, Trespass, Perfect Girl, Jealousy, X.

Albums- Monsta X Discography (2015), The Clan Pt. 2.5: The Final Chapter (2017), Piece (2018).

Awards- Mnet Asian Music Award For Asia New Artist (2015), Golden Disc Award Next Generation Star (2016), Mnet Asian Music Award For Best Concert Performance (2017), Golden Disc Award Album Division (2017) and many more.

• Big Bang

Big Bang was formed by YG Entertainment and debuted in 2006 with their album Bigbang Vol.1. The band is composed of 5 members and are known to be one of the most influential K-POP group at that time. The members of the group have experimented in different genres by produced their own music and have received appreciation for the same. Big Bang fan club is V.I.P (Very Important Person).

Members- Kwon Ji Yong (Leader, Rapper), Choi Seung Hyun (Lead Rapper), Dong Yong Bae (Main Vocalist, Dancer), Kang Daesung (Lead Vocalist), Lee Seung Hyun (Lead Dancer)

Stage Name- G-Dragon, T.O.P, Taeyang, Daesung, Seungri

Popular Songs- Bang Bang Bang, Haru Haru, Fxxk It, Fantastic Baby, Monster, Ringa Linga.

Albums- Bigbang Vol.1 (2006), Remember (2008), Number 1 (2008), Big Bang (2009), Big Bang 2 (2011), Alive (2012), Made (2016), Made Series (2016).

Awards- Golden Disc Award Album Division (2007), Golden Disc Award MSN International Award (2013), Japan Record Special Award (2016), Golden Disc Award Song Division (2018) and many more.

• Shinee

Shinee is another one of S.M. Entertainment's boy group formed in 2008. They were originally 5-member group but Jonghyun passed away in December 2017. They were promoted as a contemporary R&B group. They quickly gained popularity among teenagers after the debut with their single "Reply" in May 2008. Shinee fan club is Shinee World. 

Members- Lee Jin Ki (Leader, Vocalist), Kim Ki Bum (Rapper, Dancer), Choi Min Ho (Rapper), Lee Tae Min (Dancer, Vocalist), Late Kim Jong Hyun (Lead Vocalist)

Stage Name- Onew, Key, Minho, Taemin, (Late) Jonghyun

Popular Songs- Reply, Married to the Music, Hello, Ring Ding Dong, Lucifer, Y Si Fuera Ella.

Albums- Noona, You are So pretty (2008), The Shinee World (2008), Amigo (2008), Romeo (2009), 2009 Year For Us (2009), Lucifer (2010), Hello (2010), The First (2011), Sherlock (2012), Dream Girl: The Misconceptions Of You (2013), Why So Serious? The Misconceptions Of Me (2013), Boys Meet U (2013), The Misconceptions Of Us (2013), I'm Your Boy (2014), Odd (2015), Married To The Music (2015), DxDxD (2016), 1 of 1 (2016), Five (2017).

Awards- Mnet Asian Music Award For Best New Male Artist (2008), Golden Disc Award For Most Popular Star Song (2010), Seoul Music Award For K-wave Popular Award (2014), Mnet Asian Music Award For Best Dance Performance (2015),Seoul Music Award Bonsang Award (2016), Golden Disc Award Album Division (2017) and many more.

• VIXX

VIXX is a six-member group formed in 2012 by Jellyfish Entertainment. The members were selected through Mnet "My Idol" reality show. Both the members and the name of the group were selected through viewers voting. The group debuted on May, 2012 with their single "Super Hero". VIXX fan club goes by the name of Starlight.

Other Names- Vicks (Voice, Visual, Value in Excelsis)

Members- Cha Hak Yeon (Leader, Dancer), Lee Hong Bin (Rapper), Jung Taek Woon (Main Vocal), Lee Jae Huan (Vocalist), Kim Won Shik (Rapper, Dancer), Han Sang Hyuk (Dancer).

Stage Name- N, Hongbin, Leo, Ken, Ravi, Hyuk

Popular Songs- Voodoo Doll, Dynamite, Error, Fantasy, Chained up, Eternity.

Albums- I'm Ready To Get Hurt (2013), Hyde (2013), Voodoo (2013), Darkest Angels (2014), Error (2014), Chained up (2015), Depend On Me (2016), Kratos (2016), Ker (2016), Shangri-La (2017), La La La- Ai Wo Arigatou (2017), Eau De VIXX (2018).

Awards- SBS MTV Best Of Best Award For Best Rookie Group (2013), Seoul Music Award Bonsang Award (2014), Gaon Chart Music Award For Hot Performance Of The Year (2015), Asia Artist Award For best Celebrity (2016), Golden Disc Award Album Division (2017) and many more.

 

• JBJ

JBJ is a six-member fan project boy band. They were formed with participants from Mnet Produce 101: Season 2 that aired in 2017 after a special request from the viewers. The group is under Fave Entertainment and debuted on October 2017. The band disbanded on 22 April 2018 with their last concert 'JBJ Really desirable concert (Epilogue)'. JBJ fanclub is titled as Joyful.

Members- Roh Tae-Hyun, (Leader, Dancer, Vocalist), Kwon Hyun-bin (Lead Rapper), Takada Kenta (Vocalist, Dancer), Kim Sang Gyun (Rapper), Jin Longguo (Main Vocalist), Kim Dong-han (Dancer, Vocalist).

Stage Name- Taehyun, Hyunbin, Kenta, Sanggyun, Longguo, Donghan.

Popular Songs- Fantasy, As If In A Dream, True Colors, Call Your Name, My Flower, Moonlight.

Albums- Fantasy (2017), True Colors (2018), New Moon (2018)

Awards- Asia Artist Award For Rising Star (2017), Korean Culture And Entertainment Award For K-POP Singer Award (2017), V Live Award For Global Rookie Top 5 (2018), Korean Culture And Entertainment Award For Best Rookie (2018).

• Wanna One

Wanna One is another boy band formed through Produce 101: Season 2 reality show. The group comprises of eleven members and debuted in August 2017 under YMC Entertainment. The contract will end on 31 December 2018. Wanna one fan club is named as Wannable.

Members- Yoon Jisung (Leader, Vocalist), Ha Sungwoon (Main Vocalist), Hwang Minhyun (vocalist), Ong Seongwoo (Dancer, Vocalist), Kim Jaehwan (Vocalist), Kang Daniel (Rapper, Dancer), Park Jihoon (Dnacer, vocalist), Park Woojin (Rapper, Dancer), Bae Jinyoung (Vocalist), Lee Daehwi (Vocalist, Dancer), Lai Guan Lin (Lead Rapper)

Stage Name- Jisung, Sungwoon, Minhyun, Seongwoo, Jaehwan, Daniel, Jihoon, Woojin, Jinyoung, Daehwi, Guanlin.


Popular Songs- I.P.U, Always, I'll Remember, Wanna Be My Baby, Boomerang, Burn It Up. 

Albums- 1x1=1 To Be One (2017), 1-1=0 Nothing Without You (2017), 0+1=1 I Promise You (2018)

Awards- Mnet Asian Music Award For Best Next Artist and Best New Male Artist (2017), Seoul Music Award Bonsang Award (2018), Golden Disc Award For Rookie Artist Of The Year (2018) to name a few.


I hope this list is helpful to all the newbies venturing into the world of K-POP. Do enjoy, support and love the K-POP boys. Get A Bias!

Annyeonghi Gaseyo 😃

My Top 15 Must-Listen Songs Of BTS

V, Suga, Jin, Jungkook, Rapmon, Jimin and J-Hope (L-R)

Bangtan Sonyeondan (BTS) debuted in 2013 but got recognized worldwide in 2017 with their album "Love Yourself: Her". This album made it to BillBoard 200 at No. 7, while "Wings" made it to No.26. Since all the clatter is about the Bangtan Boys nowadays (on a personal note, I am a #btsarmy too), I decided to list out my top 15 must-listen songs.

Please note that this list is subjective and it was really hard for me to pick some out of so many wonderful tracks. So if you have any favourites that have not been mentioned in the list, please feel free to drop the song name in the comment box.

In no particular order:-

1. Mic Drop
Album- Love Yourself: Her

Release Date- 18th September 2017

My favorite lines-

망할 거 같았겠지만 I'm fine, sorry
미안해 Billboard
미안해 worldwide
아들이 넘 잘나가서 미안해 엄마

 

2. Butterfly

Album- The Most Beautiful Moment In Life Pt.2

Release Date- 30th November 2015
My favorite lines-

넌 마치 Butterfly
멀리서 훔쳐봐 손 닿으면 널 잃을까
이 칠흑 같은 어둠 속 날 밝히는 나비효과
니 작은 손짓 한 번에 현실을 잊어 난

3. We Are Bulletproof

Album- 2 Cool 4 Skool

Release Date- 13th June 2013

My favorite lines-

하하 힙부심뿐인 형들은
불가능하다 했지 but
똑똑히 봐 이걸 impossible에 마침표
찍어 I’m possible 자 이제 됐니 boy

4. Boys With Fun

Album- Wake Up

Release Date- 24the December 2014
My favorite lines-

흥탄소년단 새벽달이 질 때까지
아 완전 신나 가식 따윈 집에 간 지
오래니까 니가 음치 혹은 박치라도
상관없어 눈치 따윈 빨리 줘 개나 줘
흥이 난다 흥이 흥이 흥이 나

5. Baepsae

Album- The Most Beautiful Moment In Life Pt.2

Release Date- 30th November 2015
My favorite lines-

내 탓이라니 너 농담이지
공평하다니 oh are you crazy
이게 정의라니
You must be kiddin’ me!

 

6. I Need You

Album- The Most Beautiful Moment In Life Pt.1

Release Date- 29th April 2015
My favorite lines-

I need you girl
왜 혼자 사랑하고 혼자서만 이별해
I need you girl
왜 다칠 걸 알면서 자꾸 니가 필요해

7. House Of Cards

Album- Young Forever

Release Date- 2nd May 2016
My favorite lines-

입버릇처럼 말해
우린 결국엔 안 돼
그래도 난 계속 바래
마지막도 너와 함께라면 I’m okay

8. Fire

Album- Young Forever

Release Date- 2nd May 2016

My favorite lines-

Hey burn it up, 전부 다 태울 것 같이
Hey turn it up, 새벽이 다 갈 때까지
그냥 살아도 돼 우린 젊기에
그 말하는 넌 뭔 수저길래
수저수저 거려 난 사람인데
So what

9. Spring Day

Album- Wings: You Never Walk Alone

Release Date- 13th February 2017

My favorite lines-

You know it all

You’re my best friend

아침은 다시 올 거야

어떤 어둠도 어떤 계절도
영원할 순 없으니까

10. DNA

Album- Love Yourself: Her

Release Date- 18th September 2017

My favorite lines-

I want it this love I want it real love
난 너에게만 집중해
좀 더 세게 날 이끄네
태초의 DNA가 널 원하는데
이건 필연이야 I love us
우리만이 true lovers

11. Cypher Pt.3: Killer

Album- Dark And Wild

Release Date- 19th August 2014

My favorite lines-

이네 번째 앨범 정규의 관점 Cypher
이 트랙이 나오면 Hater들 완전 암전
불법인 이 씬에 이 곡은 합법, 함정
다 빠지겠지
매일 다들 Hang hang over bang
터져 나와 Swag

12. Blood, Sweat and Tear

Album- Wings: You Never Walk Alone

Release Date- 13th February 2017

My favorite lines-

Kiss me on the lips, lips
둘만의 비밀 너란 감옥에 중독돼 깊이
니가 아닌 다른 사람 섬기지 못해
알면서도 삼켜버린 독이 든 성배

13. Don't Leave Me

Album- Face Yourself (Japanese Version)

Release Date- 4th April 2018

My favorite lines-

Don't leave me
I believe Hashiridasu
No ending.. Kimi wa boku no kodou
Tatoe donna ame ni utarete mo
Tatoe donna yami ni kesarete mo
Sukuidasu yo kanarazu
Kimi wa hitori janai

14. Serendipity

Album- Love Yourself: Her

Release Date- 18th September 2017

My favorite lines-

우주가 우릴 위해 움직였어
조금의 어긋남 조차 없었어
너와 내 행복은 예정됐던 걸
Cause you love me and I love you

15. Young Forever

Album- Young Forever

Release Date- 2nd May 2016

My favorite lines-

니 목소릴 높여 더 멀리
영원한 관객은 없대도 난 노래할거야
오늘의 나로 영원하고파
영원히 소년이고 싶어 나

Some honourable mentions that almost made it to the list are Run (The Most Beautiful Moment In Life Pt.2, 30th November 2015), Dope (Young Forever, 2nd May 2016), Awake (Wings, 10th October 2016) and Miss Right (Skool Luv Affair, 14th May 2014).

I hope that you find this information helpful and inspire you to listen to these seven cupids sing. I could assure you BTS doesn't make music just for the sake of selling it but they tell their stories through these lyrics. Enjoy it!

P.S.- I'm going to be in so much trouble if my mom deciphers some of these lyrics. Hence, they are mentioned in Hangul and Romanized form.😆😆😆😆😆😆😆

Antonio Conte Calls Messi "The Best Player" And Cries Foul After The CL Loss Against FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona is the final team to make it to the Champions League Top 8 after the 3-0 victory over Chelsea. Messi and Dembele score while players of Chelsea tasted defeat.

The aggregate of the two leg played between Barca and the EPL Blues is 4-1. The second leg was initially dominated by the Chelsea side but Messi gave Barcelona the lead by scoring at 3 minutes into the game.

Chelsea tried to score an equalizer but did not see any fruit as openings were made but not utilized. At 20th minute, Messi went on to assist Dembele for the second goal of the night for the Blaugrana. Willian kept on punching the Barca defense but couldn't break through.

Marcos Alonso hit the free kick to the post missing out on a big opening. When Gerard Pique brought down Olivier Giroud in the second half, Chelsea saw a ray of hope but the challenge was denied.

The Blues saw 11 chances as compared to Barca with 6. But Messi swept the game off the English club when he scored the third goal at 63rd minute. Chelsea went out fighting and their manager had nothing but praises for their rivals.

"We are talking about the best player in the world," said Conte. "He scores 60 goals every season- he is super top player. Barcelona were very clinical."

Conte also appreciated the efforts of his own players stating, "I think we created many chances but we didn't take them.

"We didn't deserve to lose 3-0," said Conte. "We were a bit unlucky.

"I must be very proud about my players- they gave everything and we have to continue in this way, with this will to fight and desire to fight together."

FC Barcelona are now into Champions League quarter-finals along with Bayern Munich, Sevilla, Manchester City, Liverpool, AS Roma, Real Madrid and Juventus. The quarter-finals draw is highly anticipated by the fans across the football universe.

Barca's Road To Coutinho: First To Final Deal

FC Barcelona were able to sign Philippe Coutinho for £142m on Saturday from Liverpool and was unveiled to the fans on Monday at Camp Nou.

Barcelona President Josep Maria Bartomeu with the newly signed player Philippe Coutinho

The ex-Liverpool midfielder has signed a 5-year deal with a buyout clause of £400m. The Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu mentioned that the club was eyeing the player since last summer.

The Bluagrana had presented three different deals to The Reds before coming into an agreement. While the Brazilian was ready for this dream move from the start, Fenway Sports Group denied any links of the player with Barca at the time.



The Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho

The Liverpool club was against the transfer as they didn't want the players to feel that they could have their way with the club. But when Coutinho started throwing tantrums in August, the coach, Jurgen Klopp was given the choice. Who was willing to sign away his midfielder as he did not want the atmosphere to change in the club effecting the other players.

Another factor that led to the signing was the reduction in transfer fee. While there was no confirmation in terms of number, but the Barcelona Sports Director mentioned that the January deal had a big price reduction.

Jordi Mestre, the Barcelona Sports Director, at the press conference

"The difference with the summer is that there has been a big reduction in the price. By desire of Liverpool, we cannot give the figures, but there has been a very important reduction. If I said something, it would be to break the pact we have with Liverpool.

"It's bad for me but we cannot give any figures."

It was reported that a figure of £11.5m was invested personal by Courtinho to make this deal go through. While welcoming him into the club, Mestre made a note to appreciate this effort.

"Philippe, welcome. We know that you have made a personal and economic effort," said Barcelona vice-president Jordi Mestre.

Philippe Coutinho with his Barcelona jersey of No.14

While the Brazilian mentioned that he was fulfilling his dream by making this transfer and thanked his previous club for staying true to their word.

"I'm very happy. Like I said before it's a dream. Thanks to lots of people, firstly God, my parents and my family who are here with me in every moment.

"I'd like to thank the president of FC Barcelona, the directors who had so much patience. I would like to thank Liverpool for the five years I had there and the directors, Mike Gordon who understood what I wanted, my dream, and they tried very hard to convince me to stay.

"They were men of their word with me and I gave them everything. It was the right time to come here."

Philippe Coutinho celebrating a goal while playing for Liverpool

Coutinho also thanked the Liverpool fans by saying, "To the fans who shared five years with me, thank you."

The Barcelona fans are both excited and anxious to see the Brazilian play but due to his thigh injury, he will be out of action for atleast a couple of weeks.