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In the K-Pop industry, groups like BTS and BLACKPINK continue to retain a firm hold as the two groups leading the industry. From South Korean music charts to global streaming services, they are consistently at the top, whether as a group or as individuals. We see evidence of this through Spotify's newly released 2024 South Korean Music "Global Impact List" which features the top 30 Korean music artists that have dominated the audio streaming service from the second half of last year.
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Other familiar names that can be found on the list include Stray Kids, aespa, ENHYPEN, TXT, and LE SSERAFIM, all of whom have solidified their foothold in the industry. They too have shown a constant presence, topping playlists all across the globe. However, as the 5th generation has started, it may come as no surprise to find several rising K-Pop acts on the list. While they haven't been in the industry for too long, they've certainly made a name for themselves and look to continue to do so moving forward.
Who are these impactful K-Pop stars? Let's find out below.
Rising K-Pop Groups Featured On Spotify's 2024 "Global Impact List"
BABYMONSTER
YG Entertainment
Although they've been active and in the spotlight since 2023, they made their official debut in 2024. As the first girl group from YG Entertainment since BLACKPINK, expectations were high for BABYMONSTER - and in many netziens' eyes, they unfortunately fell short of the mark. There were a lot of criticisms towards the group and how they looked more like
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