Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

BTS has just made history in Japan! Earlier this year, the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) implemented a new certification system for online streaming of songs, as an addition to its ...

Recently, he released his debut solo album, Golden, to rave reviews from fans and critics alike. But, that’s not all. Fallon broke the news to Jungkook that his single “Seven” had become Platinum ...

Jumping up to the top! BTS ‘ music video for “Dynamite” has crossed the two-billion views mark on YouTube, making it the first visual by the K-pop superstars to reach the milestone.

Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has announced a big batch of its latest official certifications! In 2018, the Korea Music Content Industry Association implemented a new certification ...

Fresh off a mandatory stint in the South Korean military, the members of BTS are returning to the stage. The K-pop supergroup, which is comprised of Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook, ...