The Opener: MEOVV were born chic

The Opener: MEOVV were born chic

The K-pop quintet step into their own on new sophomore EP BITE NOW. MEOVV.   Exclusive for The FADER via the artist. The Opener is The FADER’s mini-interview series with exciting new artists we think you should know. MEOVV were already a group the first time they met. The five members had been selected by…

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The 30 best albums of 2026 so far

The 30 best albums of 2026 so far

The 30 best albums of 2026 so far From Fetty Wap to Robyn — in no particular order. By The FADER Ahead, check out all the albums released from January 1, 2026 until now that The FADER staff has been spinning on repeat. 1LDK, 1LDK In 1LDK’s self-titled debut, the indietronica pair blend Chinese, Japanese,…

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Is this GIRLSET’s moment?

Is this GIRLSET’s moment?

A new dawn rises for GIRLSET with the arrival of “Tweak,” an early contender for song of the summer. JYP/Universal Records A gap has unexpectedly opened in the U.S. girl group market. For the past few years, KATSEYE, BLACKPINK, and NewJeans dominated discourse and attention in the mainstream girl group playing field. But that’s changed…

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