From BTS to iKON, K-pop idols break down musical barriers

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From BTS to iKON, K-pop idols break down musical barriers

There used to be distinct elements distinguishing the “K-pop idol sound” – namely of polished music and images -- ever since its rise. K-pop music is often viewed as an outcome of the entertainment industry. Rap and hip-hop, for example, was originally created by Black musicians in the US, and has been widely considered a Western phenomenon. Due to its originality, many have raised the question of...