K-Pop: Popular Music, Cultural Amnesia, and Economic Innovation in South Korea seeks at once to describe and explain the emergence of export-oriented South Korean popular music and to make sense of larger South Korean economic and cultural transformations. John Lie provides not only a history of South Korean popular music—the premodern background, Japanese colonial influence, post-Liberation American impact, and recent globalization—but also a description of K-pop as a system of economic innovation and cultural production. In doing so, he delves into the broader background of South Korea in this wonderfully informed history and analysis of a pop culture phenomenon sweeping the globe.

K-pop's remarkable global popularity is no coincidence. Its success cannot be attributed to a talented individual or a set of favourable government policies but is instead the result of continuous innovation by risk-taking entrepreneurs.For the first time in English, this book presents a focus on the managerial and structural features of the K-pop industry to unpack the resounding success of K-pop companies and the Hallyu Wave phenomenon. It analyses leading industry players, explaining the success strategies of K-pop from the perspective of innovation management theory. It places a particular special emphasis on SM Entertainment, a leading pioneer in the South Korean entertainment industry, and sheds light on the company's strategies for success.As the book examines how K-pop developed over time, it draws an interesting parallel with the semiconductor and IT industries, noting common characteristics between them. It concludes with thoughts on K-pop's future and advises K-pop innovators on developing new business models combining new technologies in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics and augmented reality (AR) to keep the momentum going. It is a must-read for readers interested in innovation, the entertainment industry, and the global phenomenon that is the Hallyu Wave.

If you've always dreamed of conquering the vibrant universe of K-Pop, this book is your passport to an incredible journey. Imagine diving deep into creating music that not only touches hearts but also becomes global anthems. With “How to Use ChatGPT to Succeed in K-Pop: A Technological Innovation for Artists and Producers” you will have access to valuable strategies that will transform each stage of your career. From crafting exciting lyrics to creating choreography that makes the audience vibrate, this guide is your ideal ally. Let's explore, for example, how this Artificial Intelligence can make it easier to compose catchy music, develop effective marketing strategies, and build an authentic social media presence, among other things. The book is designed for anyone who wants to improve their skills and stand out on the global K-Pop scene, offering concise and straightforward information to maximize your time and results. Whether you're starting your journey or looking to take a leap in your career, this book gives you the tools and knowledge you need to turn your passion into success. Get ready to connect with a global audience and be part of a musical revolution. Join us on this exciting adventure and discover how ChatGPT can be your greatest ally in your quest for stardom in the world of K-Pop. Don't miss the opportunity to turn your artistic vision into reality!

K-pop, described by Time Magazine in 2012 as "South Korea’s greatest export", has rapidly achieved a large worldwide audience of devoted fans largely through distribution over the Internet. This book examines the phenomenon, and discusses the reasons for its success. It considers the national and transnational conditions that have played a role in K-pop’s ascendancy, and explores how they relate to post-colonial modernisation, post-Cold War politics in East Asia, connections with the Korean diaspora, and the state-initiated campaign to accumulate soft power. As it is particularly concerned with fandom and cultural agency, it analyses fan practices, discourses, and underlying psychologies within their local habitus as well as in expanding topographies of online networks. Overall, the book addresses the question of how far "Asian culture" can be global in a truly meaningful way, and how popular culture from a "marginal" nation has become a global phenomenon.

This book offers an in-depth study of the globalization of contemporary South Korean idol pop music, or K-Pop, visiting K-Pop and its multiple intersections with political, economic, and cultural formations and transformations. It provides detailed insights into the transformative process in and around the field of Korean pop music since the 1990s, which paved the way for the recent international rise of K-Pop and the Korean Wave. Fuhr examines the conditions and effects of transnational flows, asymmetrical power relations, and the role of the imaginary "other" in K-Pop production and consumption, relating them to the specific aesthetic dimensions and material conditions of K-Pop stars, songs, and videos. Further, the book reveals how K-Pop is deployed for strategies of national identity construction in connection with Korean cultural politics, with transnational music production circuits, and with the transnational mobility of immigrant pop idols. The volume argues that K-Pop is a highly productive cultural arena in which South Korea’s globalizing and nationalizing forces and imaginations coincide, intermingle, and counteract with each other and in which the tension between both of these poles is played out musically, visually, and discursively. This book examines a vibrant example of contemporary popular music from the non-Anglophone world and provides deeper insight into the structure of popular music and the dynamics of cultural globalization through a combined set of ethnographic, musicological, and cultural analysis. Widening the regional scope of Western-dominated popular music studies and enhancing new areas of ethnomusicology, anthropology, and cultural studies, this book will also be of interest to those studying East Asian popular culture, music globalization, and popular music.

Explore the Heartbeat of a Global Phenomenon Enter a world that pulsates with rhythm, color, and unstoppable energy. "Behind the K-Pop Mania: Unveiling the Global Sensation" is your all-access pass into the heart of a culture that has conquered the globe. This book peels back the layers of a universe that, until now, has only been glimpsed from the outside. Dive into the rich history of Korean pop music, beginning with its roots and tracing its meteoric rise to global fame. You'll journey through the decades, from the formation of the earliest idol groups to the worldwide spread of Hallyu–the Korean Wave. Discover how K-Pop has evolved, adapting and innovating to become a leading force in the global music industry. Imagine understanding the inner workings of top entertainment agencies and the creation of idols who would go on to captivate millions. Discover the secrets behind the grueling path to stardom and the innovative trainee systems that have produced some of the world's biggest music sensations. From Big Bang to BTS, learn how groups are formed and what makes the dynamics within K-Pop groups so unique. But it's not just about the music. K-Pop is a visual feast, and this book delves into the aesthetics that define the genre–from fashion and choreography to the groundbreaking storytelling found in music videos. You'll see how these elements combine to create a multisensory experience that transcends language barriers, drawing fans from every corner of the globe. Join us on a voyage to understand the magnitude of K-Pop's global impact, both culturally and economically. Explore the digital fan cultures that have sprung up on a foundation of social media, supporting their idols with a passion and fervor that is unmatched. Learn about the controversies and challenges that have rocked the K-Pop world and how the industry is adapting to address these issues head-on. Looking forward, "Behind the K-Pop Mania: Unveiling the Global Sensation" casts an eye on the future of the genre, exploring emerging trends, technological innovations, and the exciting prospects for K-Pop's influence on global music culture. This book is more than an exploration; it's an invitation to experience the unstoppable force of K-Pop. Whether you're a lifelong fan or a curious newcomer, prepare to be enthralled by the stories, the struggles, and the spectacle of one of the world's most dynamic cultural exports.

"This is the book on K-pop everybody has been waiting for.…A must-read!" --Charlotte Naudin, PR Manager, Torpedo Productions K-Pop Now! examines Korea's high-energy pop music and is written for its growing legions of fans. Pop culture expert Mark Russell features the most famous groups and singers and takes an insider's look at how they have made it to the top. In 2012, Psy's song and music video "Gangnam Style" took the world by storm. But K-Pop, the music of Psy's homeland of Korea, has been winning fans with its infectious melodies and high-energy fun since long before that. Featuring talented singers and eye-catching visuals, K-Pop is the music of the moment. Although K-Pop is a relatively new phenomenon in the West, it is rapidly gaining traction and reaching much larger audiences --thanks in large part to social media like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram -- the Girls Generation single "Gee" has almost three hundred million views! K-Pop Now! includes: Profiles of current K-Pop artists and their hits. A look at Seoul's trendiest hangout spots. Interviews with top artists like Kevin from Ze:A and Brian Joo from Fly to the Sky. A look at the K-Pop idols of tomorrow. You'll meet the biggest record producers, the hosts of the insanely popular "Eat Your Kimchi" website, and K-Pop groups like Big Bang, TVXQ, 2NE1, Girls Generation, HOT, SES, FinKL Busker Busker, and The Koxx. The book also includes a guide for fans who plan to visit Seoul to explore K-Pop up close. Join the K-Pop revolution today!