From top popular groups to the hottest under-the-radar newcomers! A roundup of recommended female K-pop artists.

WorkaholicBOL4(볼빨간사춘기)

[MV] BOL4(볼빨간사춘기) _ Workaholic(워커홀릭)

They are a South Korean duo consisting of Ahn Ji-young and Woo Ji-yoon.

In Japan, they are written as Akahō Shishunki (Red Cheeked Puberty), which is probably the name more familiar to many listeners there.

Their debut album topped numerous music charts, their songs have been used as drama theme songs, and they also performed at the opening ceremony of the PyeongChang Olympics.

Kill This LoveBLACKPINK

BLACKPINK – ‘Kill This Love’ M/V

Debuting in 2016 under YG Entertainment, BLACKPINK—affectionately known as “Burupin” in Japanese—embodies YG’s hip-hop–based sound and trend-conscious concepts.

The four members bring it to life: rapper Jennie; rapper Lisa, who is also an outstanding dancer; Jisoo, who supports the group with solid vocals and a clean, cute idol charm; and Rosé.

They follow in the footsteps of their label seniors 2NE1, who long reigned at the top of K-pop girl groups.

They are a representative example of the “girl crush” style that blends cuteness with cool.

BIM BAM BUMRocket Punch

[MV] Rocket Punch(로켓펀치) _ BIM BAM BUM(빔밤붐)

They are a six-member idol group, including one Japanese member, that debuted in 2019.

Their group name reflects a desire to bring bright energy to everyday life through new music and performances.

Even shortly after their debut, they held a fan meeting in Korea and appeared at an event at Makuhari Messe in Japan, making them a group whose future activities are highly anticipated.

SunflowerIZ*ONE

[KCON 2019 THAILAND] IZ*ONE – SunflowerㅣKCON 2019 THAILAND × M COUNTDOWN

It’s an idol group formed by Korean and Japanese members selected through a Korean audition program.

Both the group name and the fan club name were chosen via a public vote on the show.

Although they are planned to promote for a limited time, many fans likely hope they will continue for a long time, as they are a fresh, unprecedented kind of idol group.

Hocus PocusBVNDIT

BVNDIT (밴디트) – Hocus Pocus MV

They are a five-member Korean female unit that started activities in 2019.

In Korea, they are known as the junior group to Chungha.

Since they debuted only recently, they have very few works and released songs so far, but their high musicality is noteworthy.

They are planning activities and live shows in Japan as well, so music lovers not only in Korea but also in Japan should keep an eye on them!

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[MV] Apink(에이핑크) _ %%(Eung Eung(응응))

This is a six-member Korean idol group that began activities in 2011.

In addition to releasing numerous singles, the members have also appeared in dramas and variety shows in both Korea and Japan, making them very well-known and popular in Korea.

Their activities are currently focused mainly in Korea.

Starry Night (Feat. Crush)BoA

BoA 보아 ‘Starry Night (Feat. Crush)’ MV

When it comes to Korean female artists, it has to be her.

After debuting in Korea in 2000, she made her Japan debut in 2001, becoming a forerunner of the K-pop boom, and even performed on the Kohaku Uta Gassen.

Her free and expansive singing voice is truly pleasant to listen to.

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