Resources

This article analyzes classical references in BTS's work and argues for their growing legacy to be seen as cultural change.

This paper aims to analyze ARMY as an organized labour network, focusing on the role fans play as labourers in online spaces that work to promote, disseminate, and cultivate wider recognition for BTS as artists.

K-Pop is bigger than it has ever been. Many new artists debut each year and the industry is at an all-time international high. But how did we get here? Is it something more complex and important than mere media headlines? K-POP: The Odyssey - Your Gateway to the Global K-Pop Phenomenon takes you on a journey to explore one of the biggest pop cultural phenomenona in recent history, drawing from stories and interviews from some of the biggest names in the K-Pop industry including: Henry Lau, international popstar, actor and K-Pop veteran; Hyuk Shin, multi-platinum record producer behind the hits of stars like EXO, DEAN, and Girls’ Generation; & Peter Chun, former YG Entertainment Director who spearheaded US collaborations for BIGBANG, 2NE1, and Epik High. Plus a BTS co-songwriter, academic scholars and more. K-POP: The Odyssey is split into eight parts, with each exploring a facet of the K-Pop phenomenon. Whether you are interested in the idol system, music, business, technology, or fandom, this book will serve as your guide.

A video produced by KBS about BTS.

South Korean K-pop bands like BTS, EXO, and Black Pink are breaking music industry records on the pop charts, in the concert halls, and on social media websites. K-Pop discusses what today's musicians are doing, how they attract a following, and what they are saying through their music.