Girls' Generation and Psy Are Featured on a German Magazine

The K-Pop invasion continues as Psy and Girls' Generation were featured on a German magazine, Der Spiegel. Inside Korea featured an article regarding the special issue, explaining how Psy has gotten popular in the United States due to his personality and unique style. The article spoke of how the members of Girls' Generation are captivating the world with their undeniable beauty. 

The K-Pop invasion is not slowing down as people from all around the world are getting into the culture. Der Spiegel specifically reported on the "invasion" of Korean pop music in other countries in the article they featured on April 28. 

Twin Sisters Zony and Yony Appeared on 'Ellen DeGeneres'

Billboard recently featured an article about twin sisters Zony and Yony. The six-year-old sisters are from Taiwan and gained recognition for their adorable dance to Crayon Pop's single, "Bar Bar Bar." Their YouTube video has garnered 1.7 million views and caught the attention of Ellen DeGerenes, who invited the two to make an appearance on her show.

Ellen interviewed the girls and asked questions about how they learned the choreography and details about their latest birthday party. When asked how people can tell them apart, Zony answered, "I'm beautiful" while Yony said, "I'm cute." The sisters performed Crayon Pop's single, "Bar Bar Bar" on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."

What Are The Most Viewed K-Pop Videos in the U.S. and Internationally for the Month of April

Billboard also featured an article about the most viewed K-Pop music videos in the U.S. and internationally. The top seven songs on the list in the United States are:

1) High4 feat. IU; "Not Spring, Love, Or Cherry Blossoms"

2) Akdong Musician; "200%"

3) BTS; "Just One Day"

4) Block B; "Jackpot"

5) Akdong Musician; "Melted"

6) Eric Nam feat. INFINITE's Hoya; "Ooh Ooh"

7) Mad Clown feat. Hyolyn; "Without You"

Internationally, the top five music videos are:

1) Akdong Musician; "200%"

2) High4 feat. IU; "Not Spring, Love, Or Cherry Blossoms"

3) BTS; "Just One Day"

4) Block B, "Jackpot"

5) Akdong Musician; "Melted"

IU Earns Her 5th K-Pop Hot 100 #1

The music news outlet also featured an article about twenty year old IU, who earned her fifth K-Pop chart topper. IU worked with male rookie group High4 for the single, "Not Spring, Love, Or Cherry Blossoms," knocking brother-sister duo Akdong Musician (AKMU) down to number two in the charts.

With this latest number one hit, IU surpasses female group SISTAR, male group Busker Busker, and male soloist, K.Will. IU is beating all the great idols as she now dominates with the most top ranked songs for the Korean Billboard. Who can beat her?

What Happened in K-Pop For the First Half of April

PopMatters featured an article regarding the events during the first half of April. 

The stars who made their return in April include Crayon Pop, NS Yoon-G, Akdong Musician, 15&, Eric Nam, and Block B.  Despite the halt of the Korean music industry due to the Sewol ferry tragedy, some stars were still able to make a comeback as they offered their condolences to the families of the victims. 

Crayon Pop's single, "Uh-ee" is a catchy, fun, and energetic dance track that will get people to dance. "Uh-hee" is the group's next single after the ultra-successful "Bar Bar Bar."  Crayon Pop fans are now imitating the chicken leg dance, which was featured on the music video. In music video, the girls are seen wearing white hanbok outfits with bright red bandannas.  

The brother and sister duo Akdong Musician made their comeback with a hit new single titled, "200%." After winning on the show 'K-Pop Star 2', the siblings are truly showcasing their musical talent to the world. The song is about Lee Soo Hyun falling for a handsome schoolboy. Lee imagines hanging out with the guy everyday, not knowing until the end that he already has a girlfriend. The single is perfect for spring because it has an infectious harmony that listeners won't be able to get enough of. K-Pop fans are loving this adorable new single from the duo. 

The beautiful miss NS Yoon-G made her comeback with a sexy single titled, "Yasisi." The song has a great Latin and R&B flare to it. Fans will be able to experience the seductive side of NS Yoon-G with the sexier version of the song. The singer shakes her hips, dances in lingerie and swims in a white bathing suit so fans can get a feel for the song as well. 

Eric Nam, the Korean American singer is back as he tells the world that he's fallen in love with a girl and can't stop being happy. In Nam's new single, he can't seem to stop saying "Ooh Ooh" after falling in love. INFINITE's Hoya is featured in the music video and both look charming as they dance to the funky beat. SPICA's Boa, U-KISS's Kevin, and Brad Moore who is the drummer for Busker Busker all make an appearance in the music video. With a good storyline, music beat, and references to Michael Jackson, people are loving his new single.

15& released their new single, showcasing a more mature side to them. The girls sing about being so in love that they "Can't Hide It." The single has a great R&B beat to it which is different from the cute melodies that fans are used to. This single has already reached number one on the Gaon Chart just proving how much people are loving the group's amazing vocals and talent.

Seven member male group Block B released their new music video, "Jackpot." The guys continue the circus fest as they wear clown masks and torment actress Kim Sae Ron who shows up late at night at the circus. Luckily, she escapes the circus and flips them off before she leaves. Like their previous single, "Very Good," the guys showcased their energy and charisma for this track as well. Block B fans have been enjoying the music video for the new single.