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Forbes has officially unveiled the 2022 edition of its annual 30 Under 30 list for Asia, with acts such as aespa and Jung Ho-yeon making the entertainment and sports category.The annual list highlights 300 individuals below the age of 30 that have made significant strides and impact in their respective fields, categorised by entertainment and sports, science and entrepreneurship, among others.Included in this year’s 30 Under 30 list for Asia under the Entertainment And Sports category are K-pop girl group aespa, who are notably the only South Korean music act to be included on the list. Meanwhile, Squid Game actress Jung Ho-yeon was also featured on the list as the only South Korean thespian to be included this year.The 2022 list also included Indonesian 88rising rapper Warren Hue, Thai singer-songwriter Pyra, Singaporean hip-hop artist Yung Raja, Malaysian rap artist SYA, ‘Chicken Tendies’ singer Clinton Kane, New Zealand duo Broods, Sydney duo Seaforth and ‘Josh’ singer Peach PRC.Last year’s edition of the same Forbes list saw Hong Kong’s Jackson Wang of GOT7 fame featured on the list, alongside other South Korean musicians such as MAMAMOO’s Hwasa and IU.The entertainment and sports category of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list was judged by ONE Championship Group President Hua Fung Teh, Infinite Studios CEO Mike Wiluan and Caldecott Music Group’s founder and chief executive Kuok Meng Ru.

GOT7 have opened up about why they chose to part ways with JYP Entertainment, despite getting a fairly good offer from the agency.Yesterday (May 23), the septet reunited and released a new self-titled EP, their first since leaving JYP Entertainment in January 2021. In a new interview with GQ Australia, the members of GOT7, now signed to seven different agencies, spoke about the reasons they left the company.“JYP wasn’t a place that was very confined,” shared leader JAY B of their time under the agency, which recently granted GOT7 the rights to the group’s name, despite having left the company. “We had breaks and when we took a rest, we could rest properly.

JAY B has shared how it doesn’t feel real to have finally reunited with boyband GOT7 and released a brand-new project after being apart for so long.Yesterday (May 23), the septet returned with their brand-new self-titled EP, which featured the title track ‘NANANA’. The project marks GOT7’s first official comeback since departing long-time agency JYP Entertainment in January 2021, after which the seven members embarked on solo careers.“We told each other that all seven of us should be part of our new mini-album, but it is still surreal to see that we have actually made this happen,” JAY B said of ‘GOT7’ during a recent press conference for the release, per The Korea Times.

Jackson Wang’s Magic Man Experience, NIKI and Rich Brian.Also on the bill are Jay Park, BIBI, Chung Ha, the debut of Audrey Nuna and Deb Never’s collaborative project, No Rome, Warren Hue and a Yebi Labs DJ set from Joji, among others. Check out the complete lineup below.Get ready Los Angeles, we're back!  Register now at https://t.co/QWmTFoz7T2 for first access to 2-DAY passes.

GOT7 have made their long-awaited return with their new self-titled EP, led by the single ‘Nanana’.Today (May 23), GOT7 returned with their 12th Korean-language EP, which is self-titled. The new record is led by the single ‘Nanana’, which will also be accompanied by an upcoming music.

Jackson Wang has revealed that he gave up on a chance to compete at the 2012 London Olympics to pursue a career in the K-pop industry.The singer, who is also a member of K-pop boyband GOT7, recently appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show to speak about his upcoming album ‘Magic Man’. During the interview with Kelly Clarkson, he shared his time as a fencer for the Hong Kong Team prior to his move to Korea and what he gave up for music.“I was prepping for [the] London Olympics back then,” he recalled.

BIBI has revealed plans to drop her first-ever full-length album sometime this year.The South Korean singer-songwriter spoke about her plans to release her first studio album in a new interview with Entertainment Tonight, which take place following her recent debut performance at Coachella as part of 88rising, alongside other Asian musicians such as Jackson Wang, CL, 2NE1 and more.“I’m making my full-length album, my first full-length album,” BIBI said when asked about what else fans can expect from her this year. Aside from a brand-new record, the musician also shared that “there will be stories, there will be webtoon[s] and there will be a lot of films” to be released in conjunction with the as-yet-untitled album.BIBI then shared her desire to collaborate with Spanish singer-songwriter Rosalía as well as rapper Kendrick Lamar on her debut album, whom she described herself as a “big fan” of.Elsewhere in the interview, the ‘The Weekend’ singer also opened up about her experience performing at this year’s Coachella in California, United States, as part of 88rising’s ‘Head In The Clouds Forever’ set at the music festival.

GOT7 are set to return as a full group with new music next month, according to new media reports.South Korean media outlet JoyNews24 reported today (April 22) that the K-pop boyband will be making a “full group comeback” this May. The news site also claimed that the group are currently in the “final stages of preparation” for a “new album”, citing unnamed music industry officials.JoyNews24 also reports that, as a result of the group’s impending comeback, solo activities for all members will be “suspended for the time being” in order for them to focus on the group’s upcoming return to music.None of the GOT7 members have officially confirmed comeback plans, as of writing, however, member BamBam did hint at the possibility on Twitter.

Jackson Wang has opened up about his thoughts on the global music industry and how he wishes to connect the East and the West.READ MORE: Onew – ‘Dice’ review: a stately revelation of his true, shining talentsIn a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Wang, who is also a member of K-pop boyband GOT7, spoke about the gap between music from the East and West, and how he feels music can help cultures transcend borders.“I think music itself is art, like more than regions, its music,” explained Wang, who was born in Hong Kong. “The reason I’m here, just going traveling everywhere, trying to share my music. I hope one day I can connect East and the West as a bridge, you know?”Wang added that his hope is to eventually see both regions have an awareness of each other, one that extends beyond the music industry.

Jackson Wang has voiced his admiration for his peers in the K-pop industry, namely BTS and BLACKPINK.In a recent interview with Variety, where Wang spoke about his brand-new single ‘Blow’ and upcoming album ‘Magic Man’, the Hong Kong star shared his thoughts on the K-pop industry’s rising popularity, during which he also noted his pride and respect for fellow idols BTS and BLACKPINK.“Music is music. What does it have to do with nationality?” the soloist shared on releasing music in languages other than English. “Fuck man, water is water.

GOT7’s Jackson Wang revealed that he has been feeling unsure about where his music career is headed.The GOT7 recently made an appearance on The Cruz Show, a programme on Los Angeles radio station Real 92.3 LA, where he spoke about his upcoming English-language solo album ‘Magic Man’ and his nearly decade-long career in the music industry.During the interview, Wang revealed that he had hit a rough patch sometime in the past year. “I was having a hard time,” Wang said.

Jackson Wang, who is also a member of the K-pop boyband GOT7, has announced a new solo single titled ‘Blow’.Wang took to social media earlier today (March 30) to announce the upcoming release of his brand-new single ‘Blow’, which is set to arrive tomorrow (March 31) at 12am EST. The Hong Kong-born K-pop idol also captioned his announcement with: “My shit begins now.”My shit begins now.#Blow#march31 #MAGICMAN.YOUTUBE PREMIERE LINK https://t.co/IwckPkXeAt .PRE-SAVE LINKhttps://t.co/Cdkfl5V0Ma.#jacksonwang @teamwangofcl— Jackson Wang (@JacksonWang852) March 29, 2022Asian-American label 88rising also shared a first look at the new single’s sound and music video.

Jackson Wang has unveiled his brand-new English-language mixtape, ‘LOST & FOUND’.Today (March 7), the Hong Kong-born K-pop idol surprise-released the new eight-track mixtape, comprising old songs he had previously recorded but left unreleased. Notably, Wang co-written the sixth track on the record, titled ‘In My Bed’.In a tweet from his label Team Wang announcing the release, it also teased that the singer is in the process of “cooking something bigger” for the future.

f(x)’s Amber Liu has officially released the music video for ‘Easier’, her collaboration with GOT7’s Jackson Wang.In the newly released visual, Liu is portrayed as a cheerful puppet walking around a colourful room. The visual later cuts to Liu and Wang performing their joint verses on a surface that resembles the moon.

Jackson Wang has described his recent collaboration with K-pop veteran Rain as a “full circle” moment in his career.Yesterday, the two former JYP Entertainment artists released their video for the song ‘Magnetic’, which appears on Rain’s first mini-album in four years, ‘PIECES by RAIN’. The visual was written by Wang, who also co-directed it with 88rising’s Mamesjao.The collaboration is a notable milestone in Wang’s burgeoning solo career.

Rain has released a captivating video for his new single, ‘Why Don’t We’, featuring Chung Ha.In the sleek video, the 38-year-old singer performs the catchy dance pop song on a futuristic set filled with TV screens, with Chung Ha joining during the second verse. “One, I protect the two of us, settle down / It’s forever now, let it go just for / Just for a moment, just for a moment / Why don’t we, why don’t we?” they sing on the chorus.Watch the video for ‘Why Don’t We’ below.‘Why Don’t We’ appears on Rain’s brand-new mini-album, ‘PIECES By RAIN’.

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