Have you heard the term “hallyu?” “Hallyu,” also called the “Korean Wave,” refers to the increasing global popularity of South Korean pop culture, including music, film, television, and comics.
We’ve previously introduced Korean pop music (aka K-pop) in this 2021 blog post. But did you know that you can now listen to K-pop music on Freegal with your Davenport library card? With unlimited streaming and up to 5 song downloads per week, your K-pop listening is covered! If you aren’t sure where to start, I’ve put together An Introduction to K-pop playlist for everyone to enjoy. Or, if you still prefer listening to music the old-fashioned way, check out these recent K-pop CDs available at the library.
- New Jeans by NewJeans (2022)
- D-Day by Agust D (2023)
- My World by Aespa (2023)
- Rosie by Rosé (2024)
- Alter Ego by Lisa (2025)
During the month of May, look for the “Hallyu: The Korean Wave” displays at all three branches for more Korean pop culture recommendations.