K-Pop Is Looking at a ‘Very Clear Slowdown in Growth,’ Says Chairman of BTS Managers HYBE

Jimin, also a member of K-pop boyband BTS, has opened up about what led to his debut solo album ‘FACE’.During a recent interview with Nikkei Asia, the K-pop idol touched on what it was like to watch his follow BTS bandmates go solo before him, and how that influenced his solo release.“The other members were nervous before the release of their solo albums, but they’re turning out well,” Jimin said. “[Their] performances and the approach to their projects are filled with their own distinct personalities that I personally have fun watching as I support them.”Jimin then revealed that he subsequently received advice from his fellow BTS members about going solo, which became the “catalyst” for the production of ‘FACE’.“The words from the members helped me during the production of the album, and for me personally, they also played a role in deciding which direction my album should take, which is reassuring,” he added.Earlier today, Jimin released his highly anticipated debut solo album ‘FACE’, alongside a music video for lead single ‘Like Crazy’.

Gerard Piqué is doing well after his breakup with Shakira last year.

Gerard Piqué has unapologetically moved on following his breakup from Shakira after a decade together.

Gerard Piqué has no regrets. The soccer star and businessman has made it clear that his priority is the health of his children and his happiness, and has spoken about this new stage in his career and life in an interview with El Pais. He also addressed his relationship with Shakira, and the media maelstrom that his life has been subjected to in the wake of his split.

Ocean Colour Scene have announced that they will be hitting the road for a new UK tour later this year. Find dates and ticket details below.The band will be performing a series of live performances in cities including Liverpool, Dublin, Glasgow and Norwich – as well as a show in London’s Eventim Apollo on December 16.Set to kick off on August 18 with an opening concert in Margate, the tour will span until December 18, closing at the O2 Academy in Glasgow.

Burnley manager Vincent Kompany can continue utilising inverted full-backs against former club Manchester City in their FA Cup quarter-final tie says Arsenal icon Martin Keown.

Matt Donnelly Senior Film Writer For quite some time now, Christmas has come every day for Ali Afshar. The actor, producer and former race car driver is founder and president of ESX Entertainment, a prolific indie film and TV production company that’s made its name in recent years pumping Yuletide content to streamers amid the pandemic. The projects are modestly budgeted and shot efficiently and safely, mostly due to Afshar’s commandeering of his hometown — a sleepy Sonoma County village called Petaluma, where he built a soundstage from a converted barn and mines below-the-line crew from local residents. Titles include Netflix’s “A California Christmas” and its sequel “City Lights,” and the HBO Max originals “A Christmas Mystery,” “A Hollywood Christmas” and “Holiday Harmony.”

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Erling Haaland will not be the telling difference in ending their European hoodoo this season - highlighting the importance of a watertight defence instead.

Pep Guardiola said he gave no thought to Erling Haaland's chances of scoring a double hat-trick in Manchester City's huge win over RB Leipzig, when he substituted the striker on five goals.

Virgin Radio’s spin-off station dedicated to the good old 1980s – Virgin Radio 80s Plus – this weekend launched a new weekly show which we will be hosted each month by a different 80s pop star.The first host of the new show is actor and vocalist Clare Grogan, who gets the gig as the lead singer of new wave outfit Altered Images. Once she’s done, it will be Matt Goss of Bros in the presenting chair, and then Carol Decker of T’Pau fame.

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Iggy Pop has shared a new mini-documentary that features an in-depth conversation with Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea – watch below.The 26-minute film, titled Bitten By Flea!, sees the two musicians sit down together to talk about a range of topics, including The Stooges‘ influence on Flea, their experiences working with producer Andrew Watt, and Pop’s commitment to starting the morning with “a good face”.“If you’re not in a good mood – fool yourself, motherfucker! Don’t get down, don’t let yourself get down,” the legendary singer continues before mimicking a chirpy TV morning show host.Elsewhere, Pop recalls receiving an open letter from U2 frontman Bono: “He said, ‘In rock ‘n’ roll, or modern popular music, there is a sort of regency in which certain people occupy the castle and pull up the drawbridge. And it seems to me that when you hurtle yourself headfirst into the crowd, you are throwing away your crown’.”Pop responds by saying, “Fuck the regency!”, referring to the lyrics to ‘The Regency’ from his 2023 album ‘Every Loser’.The record, which was produced by Watt, features contributions from Flea’s RHCP bandmate Chad Smith, the group’s former guitarist Josh Klinghoffer, and late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.Directed to Thom Zimny, Bitten By Flea! also contains behind-the-scenes footage of Pop’s time in the studio with Watt.Explaining his approach to recording music with Pop, the Grammy-winning producer says: “[With] somebody who is in the latter part of their career, I think it’s very important for – even if the music is happening quick, and the energy is there, and the creative stuff is like ‘Bam, bam, bam’ – just taking your time to go through it.

Amy Childs has said she's "ready to pop" with her twins as she revealed her blossoming bump and said she's feeling "twinges". The former TOWIE star, 32, is already a proud mum to little Polly, five, and Ritchie, four, and is now expecting twins with her partner businessman Billy Delbosq.

Iggy Pop‘s Dog Day Afternoon event, with Buzzcocks and Lambrini Girls now joining the bill.Back in November, the Punk icon announced that he will take over Crystal Palace Park on Saturday, July 1 with a special one-day event, featuring sets from Blondie and Generation Sex.The latter band features Billy Idol and Tony James of Generation X, as well as Sex Pistols‘ Steve Jones and Paul Cook.

EXCLUSIVE: Lana Turner’s mobster boyfriend Johnny Stompanato was allegedly stabbed to death in her house by her daughter Cheryl Crane in 1958.

Love Island star Tom Clare has revealed some of his rather bizarre icks in Saturday night's Love Island Unseen Bits. Discussing what could make him go off a girl, the semi-professional footballer, 23, shared that he even has an "ick list" on his phone - although he didn't explain quite why he needs this.

Kelsey Grammer has said he “won’t apologise” for his faith as he discussed religion while promoting his latest film, Jesus Revolution. Based on the book of the same name by Greg Laurie and Ellen Vaughn, the film follows the true story of youth minister Laurie. Grammer, 68, who is best known for playing Frasier Crane in TV sitcom Frasier, portrays pastor Chuck Smith who helps Laurie to spread the Christian movement in the late 1960s and early 1970s across the United States.

Estate agent Samie Elishi made quite the entrance when she walked in to the Love Island villa in South Africa as a bombshell. The 23 year old turned the heads of several islanders, including Ron Hall before settling down with new beau Tom Clare – who she's now exclusively dating. Before going into the villa, which boasts views of Table Mountain, Samie had quite the transformation.

Shakira seemingly had some choice words — again — for her ex, Gerard Piqué's, new girlfriend, Clara Chia Martí.In an interview with the Mexican television news network NMás, the «Hips Don't Lie» singer let her exact feelings known while speaking about the need for women to support each other. And for those who don't, Shakira told journalist Enrique Acevedo that «there is a special place in hell for women who don't support other women.»Shakira, who shares two sons with the pro soccer star, also opened up about her emotional dependence on men and how she's come out stronger on the other end of this ordeal.«I think I also bought that story that a woman needs a man to complete herself,» she said in Spanish.

Holy s**t! Shakira just brutally called out her ex Gerard Piqué’s new girlfriend!