The K-Pop band BTS made headlines recently: its members are due to enroll in South Korea's mandatory military service. Listen to our rerun episode to learn more about K-Pop and its origins.

K-Pop is a form of pop music originating in South Korea. You've probably heard songs from the famous K-Pop boy band, BTS. With their flashy looks and extravagant hairstyles, the members of BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, are a global music phenomenon. Particularly popular among teenagers, the group’s single “Dynamite” reached 350 million views on Youtube in under a month.

When did K-Pop come about? What makes K-pop so successful? How do you explain its commercial success? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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