The Korean Culture Festival in Lisbon, which took place in June, demonstrates the strength of Hallyu, the so-called "Korean Wave," which encompasses everything from TV series to gastronomy. However, it is pop music that stands out as the most global phenomenon of this South Korean cultural expansion.
The article refers to a small book that seeks to explain this wave, described as full of information and well illustrated. The work is aimed at the so-called "official fans" of BTS and BLACKPINK, as well as other K-Pop followers.
The book offers a history of K-Pop directed at both the most dedicated fans of these South Korean groups and other enthusiasts of the musical genre. Through its informative and visual structure, it seeks to contextualize the musical phenomenon that has become one of the biggest cultural trends worldwide.
