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USA Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
KCON LA 2025, 106.3 RAIN FM 'Take Over' Special Event
24-Hour Broadcast Featuring Only KCON Performers' Songs and Instagram Prize Event Jul. 14, 2025 / PRZen / LOS ANGELES — 106.3 R.A.I.N. FM Launches KCON Takeover Radio Event, Powered by AI DJ K LOS ANGELES, CA — The world's first 24/7 AI DJ-powered K-POP FM station, 106.3 R.A.I.N. FM, proudly announces its official partnership with CJ ENM America for the KCON 2025 Takeover Radio Event. 106.3 R.A.I.N. FM will transform into 2025 KCON FM, exclusively broadcasting music from artists participating in KCON 2025. The takeover will be hosted by DJ K, an AI DJ selected by KCON organizers, delivering nonstop K-POP hits tied to this year's KCON lineup. Please note: R.A.I.N. FM's official AI DJ is NAHBEE. For this special event, DJ K is stepping in as the featured host at CJ ENM's request. Listeners across Los Angeles County can tune in via 106.3 FM and 93.9 FM HD2 to experience this unprecedented event. Fans are invited to submit their support messages, Reels videos, and shout-outs for their favorite KCON artists through Instagram @rainfmofficial. Select messages and clips will be featured live on 2025 KCON FM as part of the broadcast. 'This partnership showcases not just the future of radio powered by AI, but also a deeper connection between K-POP fans and artists through real-time engagement,' said a spokesperson for R.A.I.N. FM. For more updates, follow @rainfmofficial on Instagram. You can find more information from Source: Radio Seoul 1650 Follow the full story here:
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BE:LIFT LAB is looking for more aspiring K-pop idols
14 Jul - BE:LIFT LAB, known for popular groups like Illit and Enhypen, is now looking to search for its next boy band. The news was shared by the agency on 12 July, stating, "BE:LIFT LAB is coming to you! A new era of K-POP begins right here. Apply now and become the next star!" Open to males born between 2007 and 2014, regardless of nationality, aspiring performers can submit their application starting 11 July to 31 December 2025 at 11.59pm. Selected applicants will be invited to the second round, which will be an in-person audition. "No matter where you are, BE:LIFT LAB will come to you for the 2nd round audition. Don't hesitate! This is where your journey begins!" the agency added. More details can be found on and the agency will hold an 'Ask Us Anything' soon. (Photo Source: BE:LIFT LAB IG, ILLIT IG, Vogue)
Business Insider
11-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
K-POP Meets Web3: StarGlow Launches to Redefine Fan and Artist Connections
StarGlow Launches: Ushering in a New Era of K-POP Fandom with Web3 The world of K-POP is about to experience a seismic shift. RedSlippers, South Korea's trailblazing entertainment-tech company, proudly announces the official launch of StarGlow (STARGLOW) — the next-generation Web3 platform that is redefining the relationship between fans and artists, and turning fandom into a real investment opportunity. Transforming Fans into Stakeholders For too long, K-POP fans have been passionate supporters, but rarely true participants in the growth of their favorite artists. StarGlow is changing that narrative. By fusing cutting-edge AI artist valuation with secure blockchain technology, StarGlow empowers fans to become investors, managers, and co-producers — not just admirers. Direct Investment: Fans can now invest in artist IPs, influencing the trajectory of rising stars and established icons alike. Transparent Participation: Every action — from voting to completing quests — is rewarded with STARGLOW tokens, making every moment of engagement meaningful. Exclusive Access: Tokens unlock a world of artist merchandise, concert tickets, private content, and more. A Platform Built on Scale, Experience, and Trust StarGlow isn't just another fan platform — it's a global movement. With a foundation built on six years of industry leadership, RedSlippers has produced over 4,000 live performances and assembled Korea's largest K-POP behavioral database. The platform is launching with over 3,000 artist profiles and 15 major IP partners, each boasting hundreds of thousands to millions of followers. Backed by Korea's Most Trusted Institutions StarGlow's vision is validated by strategic partnerships with some of Korea's most respected public and financial organizations: These alliances ensure that StarGlow operates on a foundation of trust, compliance, and real-world value. StarGlow is pioneering the application of Real World Assets (RWA) in entertainment. Through NFT purchases, fans can now participate in actual artist revenue streams, transforming digital collectibles into tangible financial opportunities. This innovative model merges the decentralized power of Web3 with the global reach of K-POP, creating a new paradigm in entertainment finance. Building the Future of Human Capital Investment StarGlow's ambitions don't stop at K-POP. The platform's next phase will open up investment in creators, athletes, and artists across diverse fields — forging a Web3-powered ecosystem where fandom becomes partnership, and passion translates into shared growth and value. What's Next for StarGlow? NFTs and the STORE will go live in August, offering new ways for fans to engage and invest. Airdrop and token reward events are now underway for early adopters. Joining the future of fandom Website: X: @Starglow_world Medium: @starglow Discord: Telegram: StarGlow — Where the passion for K-POP becomes the power to shape its future. About Us RedSlippers is South Korea's leading entertainment-tech innovator, dedicated to transforming the global K-POP industry through advanced technology. With over six years of experience and more than 4,000 live performances, RedSlippers combines deep industry expertise with AI and blockchain solutions to empower both fans and artists. Our mission is to turn fandom into partnership, enabling fans to invest in, support, and share in the success of their favorite artists.
Scottish Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I tried the new Squid Game experience in the UK – it felt like being in the TV show but there is a downside for families
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) K-POP chimes loudly as posters are plastered across the walls advertising typical South Korean treats and fictional businesses. Presented like a Seoul high street, Squid Game: The Experience immediately transports you to South Korea. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Presented like a Seoul high street, the Squid Game experience immediately transports you to South Korea Credit: Cyann Fielding Then the anticipation builds as 'pink guards' lurk around the dark corners, and this is all before you have even been handed your bib. London's Squid Game experience opened last month at ImmerseLDN on the waterfront at the ExCeL and welcomes players into the world of the hit Netflix show... but without actual violence and death. Over the course of five challenges, players can get competitive - playing for points to ultimately win. From the moment I received my numbered bib, I was no longer 'Cyann - travel reporter', I was player '008'. Then after having my mugshot taken, I entered the game. The first room is set out like the sleeping quarters from the show, with bunk beds uniformly lined next to each other. Your host then introduces you to the experience ahead, as you prepare to enter the first challenge. As the doors open and you move into the next room, in front of you lies four rows of glass, next to each other. Mimicking the 'glass stepping stones' from the show, four players simultaneously step in accordance with a pattern memorised a few moments earlier. The glass lights up green as you go if you get it correct. You have 2020 vision and a high IQ if you can spot all five guards with triangle masks in Squid Game brainteaser If you don't, it turns red and you are forced to stay where you are. Players are then awarded different amounts of points depending on how far they reached across their 'bridge'. Whilst the game is one of the most iconic moments from the TV show, in the experience itself there is a lot of waiting around. I was in a group of about 30 people and as one of the first four people to do the challenge, myself and my friend found ourselves waiting around for all the other players to complete the challenge. Whilst watching a few groups attempt the game with some messing it up is entertaining, it wears off quickly and you are left waiting with nothing else in the room to occupy your time. Once everyone is finished crossing the 'glass stepping stones', you enter the next challenge. 8 Then the anticipation builds as 'pink guards' lurk around the dark corners Credit: Cyann Fielding Arguably the best game for those who are super competitive, in groups of four you stand around a small table, each with a bucket of 10 marbles. The aim of the game is to throw the marbles in the middle of the circle. Those who achieve this, then get to take all the marbles from the table into their hoard. If you run out of marbles, you lose. The game lasts about five minutes or so and it's a great way to meet other people that are in the experience or have some family/group fun. Once this game is complete, again you scan your wristbands depending on whether you won, lost or drew. 8 Over the course of five challenges, players can get competitive - playing for points to ultimately win Credit: Cyann Fielding Then on into a dark room, lit by flickering street lamps, with a singular rope running along the ceiling and dropping down to the floor. For this challenge, you play as a team - with another group of people on the other side of a glass door, doing the same challenge. Essentially a version of tug-of-war, each player has five seconds to pull as hard and fast as they can. Whichever team brings the marker on the ceiling closer to them by the end of the game, wins. For me, this had to be the least thrilling challenge of the experience. Whilst my team had no children, the team we played against had several - giving us a slightly unfair advantage. 8 Some challenges you play to get points as a team Credit: Cyann Fielding Whilst families on the other team may have had fun together, there were also groups of friends on the team who may have felt a little disappointed with the inevitable lose. However, the next challenge is where the experience thrives - an icon of the whole Squid Game franchise - 'Red Light, Green Light'. Standing on a red line, with dozens of people either side of me, I keenly wait for the giant girl at the end of the room to close her eyes. On green light, you go. On red light, you do not flinch under any condition. Guards lurk over your shoulder, waiting for you to scratch the itch on your head or even blink. 8 Players get an wristband which they scan to collect their points on throughout the experience Credit: Cyann Fielding The on green light, you can move freely and as quickly as you can to the other side of the room. This was definitely the most fun game of the experience and makes you feel as if you have stepped into the TV series itself. Again, if you cross the line before the timer ends - you get points added to your player profile. The final game in the last room plays upon the iconic shapes from the series. Stars, umbrellas and squares sit around in a circle and you move clockwise around the circle - kind of like a game of musical chairs. When the music stops, a shape is presented on a screen in the room that you then have to rush to find on the circle. 8 An icon of the whole Squid Game franchise - 'Red Light, Green Light' - is also part of the experience Credit: Cyann Fielding The players that find the shape first, stay in the game. For me this is where my ultimate competitive side came out. I was in this for myself and I'd already not got that many points throughout the other challenges and this was my chance of redemption. As a nimble person, I sprinted to each shape the screen presented and managed to get past the first and second round. With just two players against me, I fell at the third - literally on my face. The final player then goes head to head with the player that has the most points from the experience thus far. 8 Once you leave the experience, there is also a bar and photo opportunities to explore Credit: Cyann Fielding The 'Front Man' in a dark black cloak and mask then emerges, to conduct a game of rock, paper, scissors between the final two players. The winner overall then gets to decide whether they want to share their prize or keep it to themselves. Unfortunately, this is the rather anti-climatic end of the experience, as you then leave the maze of rooms and head back to the faux highstreet. However, you can extend your stay by purchasing Korean drinks and snacks from the bar - which is well worth it - and snapping some pics are some set up photo ops. The experience definitely transports you to the series, but the lengthy waits really prevent this experience from being the best it could be. Whilst it cannot be helped if there are children in your booking, it would perhaps be better if the experience separates adult-only sessions and family-friendly ones. It's great for fans but for competitive friends, not so much. The experience costs from £26 per adult and £18 per child. One woman visited the new Paddington immersive experience in London with 'train rides' and street parties. Plus, the 'world's most immersive experience' to open two new UK sites after huge success.
The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I tried the new Squid Game experience in the UK – it felt like being in the TV show but there is a downside for families
K-POP chimes loudly as posters are plastered across the walls advertising typical South Korean treats and fictional businesses. Presented like a Seoul high street, Squid Game: The Experience immediately transports you to South Korea. 8 Presented like a Seoul high street, the Squid Game experience immediately transports you to South Korea Credit: Cyann Fielding Then the anticipation builds as ' pink guards' lurk around the dark corners, and this is all before you have even been handed your bib. London's Squid Game experience opened last month at ImmerseLDN on the waterfront at the ExCeL and welcomes players into the world of the hit Netflix show... but without actual violence and death. Over the course of five challenges, players can get competitive - playing for points to ultimately win. From the moment I received my numbered bib, I was no longer 'Cyann - travel reporter', I was player '008'. Read more on experiences Then after having my mugshot taken, I entered the game. The first room is set out like the sleeping quarters from the show, with bunk beds uniformly lined next to each other. Your host then introduces you to the experience ahead, as you prepare to enter the first challenge. As the doors open and you move into the next room, in front of you lies four rows of glass, next to each other. Most read in News Travel Mimicking the 'glass stepping stones' from the show, four players simultaneously step in accordance with a pattern memorised a few moments earlier. The glass lights up green as you go if you get it correct. You have 2020 vision and a high IQ if you can spot all five guards with triangle masks in Squid Game brainteaser If you don't, it turns red and you are forced to stay where you are. Players are then awarded different amounts of points depending on how far they reached across their 'bridge'. Whilst the game is one of the most iconic moments from the TV show, in the I was in a group of about 30 people and as one of the first four people to do the challenge , myself and my friend found ourselves waiting around for all the other players to complete the challenge. Whilst watching a few groups attempt the game with some messing it up is entertaining, it wears off quickly and you are left waiting with nothing else in the room to occupy your time. Once everyone is finished crossing the 'glass stepping stones', you enter the next challenge. 8 Then the anticipation builds as 'pink guards' lurk around the dark corners Credit: Cyann Fielding Arguably the best game for those who are super competitive, in groups of four you stand around a small table, each with a bucket of 10 marbles. The aim of the game is to throw the marbles in the middle of the circle. Those who achieve this, then get to take all the marbles from the table into their hoard. If you run out of marbles, you lose. The game lasts about five minutes or so and it's a great way to meet other people that are in the experience or have some family/group fun. Once this game is complete, again you scan your wristbands depending on whether you won, lost or drew. 8 Over the course of five challenges, players can get competitive - playing for points to ultimately win Credit: Cyann Fielding Then on into a dark room, lit by flickering street lamps, with a singular rope running along the ceiling and dropping down to the floor. For this challenge, you play as a team - with another group of people on the other side of a glass door, doing the same challenge. Essentially a version of tug-of-war, each player has five seconds to pull as hard and fast as they can. Whichever team brings the marker on the ceiling closer to them by the end of the game, wins. For me, this had to be the least thrilling challenge of the experience. Whilst my team had no children, the team we played against had several - giving us a slightly unfair advantage. 8 Some challenges you play to get points as a team Credit: Cyann Fielding Whilst families on the other team may have had fun together, there were also groups of friends on the team who may have felt a little disappointed with the inevitable lose. However, the next challenge is where the experience thrives - an icon of the whole Squid Game franchise - 'Red Light, Green Light'. Standing on a red line, with dozens of people either side of me, I keenly wait for the giant girl at the end of the room to close her eyes. On green light, you go. On red light, you do not flinch under any condition. Guards lurk over your shoulder, waiting for you to scratch the itch on your head or even blink. 8 Players get an wristband which they scan to collect their points on throughout the experience Credit: Cyann Fielding The on green light, you can move freely and as quickly as you can to the other side of the room. This was definitely the most fun game of the experience and makes you feel as if you have stepped into the Again, if you cross the line before the timer ends - you get points added to your player profile. The final game in the last room plays upon the iconic shapes from the series. Stars, umbrellas and squares sit around in a circle and you move clockwise around the circle - kind of like a game of musical chairs. When the music stops, a shape is presented on a screen in the room that you then have to rush to find on the circle. 8 An icon of the whole Squid Game franchise - 'Red Light, Green Light' - is also part of the experience Credit: Cyann Fielding The players that find the shape first, stay in the game. For me this is where my ultimate competitive side came out. I was in this for myself and I'd already not got that many points throughout the other challenges and this was my chance of redemption. As a nimble person, I sprinted to each shape the screen presented and managed to get past the first and second round. With just two players against me, I fell at the third - literally on my face. The final player then goes head to head with the player that has the most points from the experience thus far. 8 Once you leave the experience, there is also a bar and photo opportunities to explore Credit: Cyann Fielding The 'Front Man' in a dark black cloak and mask then emerges, to conduct a game of rock, paper, scissors between the final two players. The winner overall then gets to decide whether they want to share their prize or keep it to themselves. Unfortunately, this is the rather anti-climatic end of the experience, as you then leave the maze of rooms and head back to the faux highstreet. However, you can extend your stay by purchasing The experience definitely transports you to the series, but the lengthy waits really prevent this experience from being the best it could be. Whilst it cannot be helped if there are children in your booking, it would perhaps be better if the experience separates adult-only sessions and family-friendly ones. It's great for fans but for competitive friends, not so much. One woman visited the Plus, the 'world's most immersive experience' to open two new UK sites after huge success. 8 London's Squid Game experience opened last month at ImmerseLDN on the waterfront at the ExCeL Credit: Cyann Fielding
