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May 2024
13m 24s

BLACKPINK - Rise of the K-Pop Queens and...

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About this episode
This comprehensive episode chronicles the meteoric rise of BLACKPINK, the wildly popular K-pop girl group. It covers their carefully curated formation by YG Entertainment, trailblazing debut that shook the K-pop world, global tours and record-breaking music releases like "DDU-DU DDU-DU" and "KILL THIS LOVE," first Coachella performance, collaborations like "Sour Candy" with Lady Gaga, and the immense success of their first full album "THE ALBUM." It explores their cultural impact beyond music, extending to fashion, beauty, advocacy and more. The article cements BLACKPINK's legacy as K-pop royalty who have transcended genres and borders to achieve global superstardom.






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