Even before the pandemic, permitting rules kept Western acts away from China — The Chainsmokers and Westlife were among the last to play there — and the trend is expected to continue.
The annual tradition bestows titles upon individuals in recognition of their work and this year is presented in the name of King Charles for the first time.
From achievements as a group to individual wins, here's some of the year's bright points from RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook.
From satisfyingly short EPs to in-depth LPs, these releases reached for more than a quick hit single.
The Billboard Japan chart toppers opened up about their new music.
The highest ranking seasonal number was back number’s “Christmas Song.”
Taylor Swift topped this year's global tally with an estimated $65.8 million on the strength of her sales and streaming income.
A Billboard Japan Women in Music interview.
With 7 million subscribers, The First Take has featured Harry Styles and Avril Lavigne and helped break new artists on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
The British singer, who had a preliminary trial date set for Jan. 3, was facing six counts.
