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After eight months, AMPERS&ONE is officially back with their latest mini album, DEFINITION. This album is redefining who the group is with six tracks. The group members Kamden and Mackiah are credited for contributing lyrics to every track on the album. This marks a new chapter for the group and shows who they strive to be in the future. https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=yJ2SJCit4BDVJLjZ&v=wRZ1MdBoUq0&feature=youtu.be Track 1: Hit Me Up “Hit Me Up” is the opening track of the album, beginning with a catchy opening: “Man, they’re all up in my DMs again / Tryna say some smack about me / Listen, look.” The track’s main message centers around wanting to be contacted despite the challenges of communication with modern technology, or in other words, “call me up.” Compared to their other high-energy tracks, “Hit Me Up” changes pace, being more emotional and personal. Track 2: GOD The title track, “GOD,” showcases a unique concept combining Korean culture with modern hip-hop, which is deemed “Joseon dynasty hip-hop,” blending the trap beats with traditional Korean instrumentals. The title name creates a double meaning with a wordplay with the Korean word “gat,” which is a traditional hat that was worn during the Joseon dynasty. The choreography also incorporates traditional Korean dance. The song signifies gaining strength and overcoming hardships, and serves as a promise to protect one another. Listen to the album while you read about the tracks! Track 3: What You Talking About The third  track, “What You Talking About,” tells the story of the group’s confidence and their own path with a fierce demeanor. Even if they aren’t perfect to others, they are bound to stay true to the group’s identity and will ignore the haters’ opinions. One standout lyric from the refrain tells the haters, “Stop talking, how you be using your tongue? / Start again from baby babbling, learn to walk again every day, no speaking ’til you hush.”  Track 4: My Way The fourth track, “My Way,” is another track about the group’s route to being themselves with a dance vibe sound. They wish to embrace the growth and confidence they have gained and pave a path with it. They emphasize this message by continuously repeating “Going my way” throughout the entire song, showing their determination to be themselves. https://youtu.be/94qSkxwhYNY?si=xu-UYQdw_2mZhpD9 Track 5: All Eyes On You The fifth track, “All Eyes On You,” focuses on the person they love, making promises that they’re the one they want for life and that they will stay. This track gives the perfect summer vibe with an energetic track and a heartfelt message. Track 6: Tears In Your Smile The final track in the album, “Tears In Your Smile,” is one of the most emotional and vulnerable tracks in the EP. The message of the track is about the emotions hidden behind a mask and having to open up to others about them. This track gives a comforting message to a feeling that everyone can relate to. One line that truly stands out is: “잠시 멈춰도 돼 / 상관없잖아 / 솔직해져도 돼 / 너를 위해서.” When translated to English, it means: “You can pause for a moment / It doesn’t matter / You can be honest / For your own sake.” Everyone needs that moment to breathe, and this song brings the needed comfort to the listener. Overall, the album showcases AMPERS&ONE’s growth and their new sides. Continuing their steady trajectory, the group is set to embark on a tour titled ‘Born to Define’ in May. Introduction to AMPERS&ONE New to AMPERS&ONE? We’ve got you covered! Check out our track highlights to be introduced to the group. https://nacexmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AMPERSAND-ONE-NEWS-.mp4https://nacexmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AMPERSAND-ONE-NEWS-4.pnghttps://nacexmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AMPERSAND-ONE-NEWS-5.png

Coachella 2026 has officially concluded. History was made once again, iconic guests took the stage, and fandoms were brought together. There were countless unforgettable moments, including our highlighted foreign act features from this year’s festival. BINI Filipino Girl Group, BINI, officially made Coachella history on Friday, becoming the first Filipino act to perform at the festival. The 8-member girl group consists of Aiah, Maloi, Jhoanna, Mikha, Colet, Sheena, Gwen, and Stacey, who delivered a high-energy set at the Mojave stage. Their performance has been recognized by many entertainment outlets, praising the group’s set. During the 45-minute stage, the girls performed fan favorite songs like “Karera” and “Shagidi,” while also performing their latest song, “Blush,” from their latest EP, Signals. BINI is set to take the stage again on April 17. https://youtu.be/TVcDYn4tSRA?si=pfidnKIjKSdMApf5 KATSEYE Global girl group Katseye made their Coachella debut on Friday at the Sahara Stage. Sophia, Yoonchae, Daniela, Lara, and Megan took the stage, while Manon remains on hiatus. They performed their brand new single, “Pinky Up,” live for the first time, as well as other fan favorites like “Debut” and “Touch.” One iconic moment from the set was their special performance of “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters. https://youtu.be/nMuLmvR1D_Y?si=bD3pT5sDOnYlQ6Is TAEMIN Taemin, a K-pop soloist and member of SHINee, also made Coachella history as the first Korean male solo artist to perform at the festival. His debut on the Mojave Stage became an iconic moment for many fans as he performed songs from his previous eras and his present music, while also showcasing what is to come. During the 50-minute set, he performed songs like “Move,” “Guilty” Idea,” Heaven,” as well as other recognizable tracks. He also debuted six unreleased tracks during the set, sparking excitement among fans about what the artist has in store. Two of the tracks have officially been named, with the first being “Permission” and the other “Parasite.” Taemin is set to perform at the festival again on April 18. https://youtu.be/q8wsaqfmnv4?si=F1CvFvjVCJ0C6nVd BIGBANG BIGBANG made their Coachella debut on April 12. The group had originally been scheduled to perform in 2020, but their appearance was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They finally brought the long-awaited set to life with a 16-song performance. One of the most emotional moments for both fans and the wider K-pop community came during “Still Life,” where the group kept T.O.P’s vocals in the track. Despite his departure from the group, the remaining members paid homage to him throughout the performance. https://youtu.be/tP6kLKunspM?si=_1cM23BOnlQyRIIo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcEyUNeZqmY Taemin, known as the “Idol’s Idol,” is about to make Coachella history, becoming the first Korean male K-pop soloist to perform at the iconic festival. Having him perform is significant because idols of this generation look up to Taemin because of what he represents as an artist and person. Many also have stated that he’s the reason they wanted to pursue careers as idols. The Beginning: Taemin first debuted on May 25, 2008, as the youngest member of SHINee with their debut song “Replay.” This became a massive hit, reaching number one on the Gaon Digital Chart. That was only the beginning, as the group would release more comebacks like “Lucifer” and “Sherlock.” In which Taemin began to be noticed for his sharp, fluid movements with each comeback. In 2014, he would make his official solo debut with the EP, “Ace.” Becoming the first member of SHINee to release a solo album, but also the first active member of a SM Entertainment group to have a solo debut. His debut would create an image different from the one the group gave. In 2017, Taemin released “Move,” a moment that would define his career. “Move” became iconic, challenging gender norms and showcasing a mature concept through its choreography. Many fans and celebrities were covering the dance, creating the “Move Disease.” SuperM : “The Avengers of K-pop“ In 2019, SM Entertainment and Capitol Music created SuperM, a group meant to target the Western music market. The group combined members of seven different SM Entertainment groups to create the iconic supergroup. Members included Taemin (SHINee), Baekhyun & Kai (Exo), Taeyong & Mark (NCT 127), and Ten & Lucas (WayV). The self-titled debut EP, SuperM – The 1st Mini Album, was released on October 4, 2019. Consisting of five tracks, with the title being “Jopping.” Their release became a hit, debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart. SuperM would make another comeback, this time with a first full-length studio album titled “Super One.” This album included 15 unique tracks, each with its own genre. The album also included iconic hits like “100,” “Tiger Inside,” and the title “One (Monster & Infinity).” The album would debut at No. 2 on the Billboard 200. As of now their has been no other comeback from SuperM. After returning from his military service, Taemin officially left SM Entertainment in March of 2024. Ending 16 years with the company, but deciding to be a part of SHINee still. He moved to Big Planet Entertainment, releasing two major music endeavors. The first was his fifth mini-album, ETERNAL, which signaled his first release under the company. His second major release was his single“Veil.” The track gained popularity as it charted No. 3 on the World Digital Song Sales Chart. The song displayed a different side to him, as the dark and gothic concept became a focal point of his “2025 TAEMIN ARENA TOUR ‘VEIL’” in Japan. He would also promote the song on the Kelly Clarkson Show in November of 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YE8sUEBAqU Recently, Taemin left Big Planet Made (BPM) Entertainment on February 24, 2026, after a year and 10 months there. He terminated his contract early due to unpaid earnings and issues with his contract. A month later, he officially signed a new contract with Galaxy Corporation, a tech firm focused on AI and robotics in entertainment. Galaxy Corporation is known for its other artists, including G-Dragon, Song Kang-ho, and Kim Jong-Kook. He has already released his first single under the new company, “Long Way Home.” This single marks his first English-language single and has already been performed on The Jennifer Hudson Show. Now he’s gearing up for his first Coachella performance and has all eyes on him to see what he’ll do at the major festival. If interested in watching his set, he will be performing on Saturday. April 11th and 18th at 7:30 pm to 8:20 pm during both weekends at the Mojave Tent, and will be streamed on YouTube. Our Taemin Playlist Taemin has showcased many concepts and performances throughout the year. Here’s our Artist Spotlight: Taemin playlist!