K-Pop, short for Korean popular music, has become a worldwide phenomenon. In case you're not familiar with the world of K-Pop, let's break down some common terms and definitions. Then, you can come to the K-Pop Party on December 6th and flex your new vocabulary!
Many K-Pop groups are made up of 5 or more artists. Usually, the group is pulled together by a record label after the individual members complete a type of boot camp. Think of it as American Idol on steroids.
Part of putting together a successful group is having a good mix of skills. K-Pop groups get pretty specific-
The Leader: Usually the oldest member or the member that has been around the industry the longest. They are supposed to watch out for the other members in the group.
The Main Vocalist: This person most likely has the best singing technique and does the most ad libbing. They add the most flair to the music, instead of simply being able to carry a tune.
The Main Dancer: This position is obviously the best dancer of the group. Main dancers often receive dance solos during performances.
Find out more about these positions and others here: K-Pop Positions Explained (Updated!) - Kpop Profiles
The K-Pop music industry also has specific names for album and music releases-
Comeback: This refers to the release of a group's new music and all the activities that entails. During a comeback, groups usually make appearances on several talk shows and even compete on popular Korean game shows.
Title Track: A title track is essentially the lead single from an album. This track gets released with a music video and live performances on different music shows.
Mini Album: A mini album contains several songs but is shorter than a full album. They typically have a playing time between 15 or 30 minutes.
Now that you know some of the lingo, come out and party at the library! There will be food, crafts, and of course plenty of music!
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