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In K-Pop’s Quest for Global Growth, Korean Fans Feel Cast Aside

A bidding war for a K-pop label — a deal with global ramifications for the genre — has left listeners in its home market questioning their relevance.

By John Yoon

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Omega X Members Say Their K-pop Agency Mistreated Them

A public dispute between band members and the head of their agency has revived concerns about whether South Korean entertainment agencies exploit young musicians.

By John Yoon and Mike Ives