SF9's Inseong gets personal about creating his first solo album 'Crossfade,' revealing the emotional stress of intense six-hour recording sessions that left him overwhelmed. The mini-album showcases his growth as a solo artist with title track 'Mute is Off' drawing from his experiences as both introspective writer and adventurous performer. Meanwhile, the K-pop world braces for an epic February showdown as BLACKPINK announces their comeback with 'DEADLINE' while IVE targets a late February return. Plus, Park Seo-joon returns to romantic drama after seven years in 'Waiting for Kyung-do,' BTS reveals their culturally significant album 'Arirang,' and legendary vocalist Lim Jae-bum delivers an emotional farewell performance at Seoul's KSPO Dome.

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