kpop 2000-2005

What major developments happened in K-Pop in the 2000s?

Separation of production and distribution → industry growth, Rise of the “Big 3”: SM, JYP, YG, Online platforms began shaping consumption, 2nd Korean Wave in Japan (BoA, TVXQ), Music became more emotional but more disposable

What system changes occurred in the K-pop industry in the early 2000s?

Increased investment budgets, Changes in laws, platforms, technology, and genre trends, Rise of mobile carriers selling music (ringtones, colorings)

What industry crisis occurred after the 1997 IMF event?South Korea's major financial crisis

Post-IMF crisis: music sales dropped, By 2003, million-seller albums nearly disappeared, Physical CD sales declined → shift to online music

What were the structural features of the early idol system?

Introduction of trainee systems and audition processes, Clear member roles: Lead Vocal, Rapper, Dancer, Visual, Focus on styling, choreography, and image over musical variety

What key transitions happened in K-Pop idols from 2000–2005?

1st Gen idols disbanded: H.O.T. (2001), S.E.S. (2002), Sechskies (2000), Systematized idol production emerged, Global strategies launched by SM in China and Japan

How did K-pop business strategy change in the early 2000s?

From mystique to media visibility, Idols became multi-entertainers (TV, drama, etc.), Focused on maximizing revenue and exposure

How did the Korean Wave (Hallyu) expand in the early 2000s?

Early exports: Clone, H.O.T., S.E.S. to Taiwan, China, Japan, BoA’s major success in Japan (2002): Listen to My Heart hit No.1, Localization strategy was key, 'K-Pop' term used overseas in early 2000s; in Korea after 2008

What happened to music distribution in the early 2000s?

32 wholesalers in 2000 → only 5 by 2004, 5,800 retailers in 2000 → 600 by 2003, Bugs Music first Korean online music streaming platform.1999): first online music streaming service, MP3 file sharing exploded (over 5 million users in 1 year)

Who were key SM artists and songs (2000–2005)? Include genres.

Shinhwa – Only One, T.O.P. (Dance-pop, R&B), BoA – No.1, Valenti, My Name (Dance-pop, J-pop, R&B), TVXQ – The Way U Are, Hug (Ballad, R&B, Dance-pop)

Who were key JYP artists and songs (2000–2005)? Include genres.

1. g.o.d – Dear Mother, Friday Night (Hip-hop ballad, R&B), 2. Rain – How to Avoid the Sun (R&B, Pop ballad)

Who were key YG artists and songs (2000–2005)? Include genres.

Jinusean – A-yo, Phone Number (Hip-hop, Rap), 1TYM – Hot, Without You (Hip-hop, R&B), Psy – Bird (Funk, Hip-hop, Comedy pop)

Who were key artists from DSP/others (2000–2005)? Include genres.

Lee Hyori (Fin.K.L) – 10 Minutes (Dance-pop, Sexy concept)

How did musical styles differ between SM, JYP, and YG (2003–2004)?

SM / TVXQ – The Way U Are: Polished vocals, strong dance, clean image, JYP / Rain – How to Avoid the Sun: Emotional vocals, smooth choreography, YG / 1TYM – Hot: Hip-hop-based, edgy, rap-focused