BTS Expands ARIRANG Era From Asia Dates to AMA Stage — May 22, 2026

BTS ARIRANG Turns Sold-Out Demand Into Record-Setting Momentum — June 02, 2026

BTS ARIRANG is turning the comeback into a stadium-and-chart surge: 840,000 North American concertgoers, an added Melbourne date, a 13th-anniversary FESTA and vinyl drop, and a Billboard 200 first for a Korean artist. Got 60 seconds? Tell us what you think and help shape the show: [https://www.lanternpodcasts.com/topfive/feedback?show=bts-daily-facast] IN THIS EPISODE 1. BTS shows in North America draw 840,000 concertgoers: agency [https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/77096] — Kyodo News BTS shows in North America draw 840,000 concertgoers: agency This undated photo, provided by BTS' agency, BigHit Music, shows the group performing in Las Vegas. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) SEOUL -- K-pop group BTS drew 840,000 fans across 15 performances in five cities for the North American leg of its world tour, the group's agency said Saturday. The seven-member act performed sold-out… 2. BTS Add Extra Melbourne Show to Australian Leg of ARIRANG Tour [https://www.billboard.com/music/pop/bts-worls-tour-arirang-australia-2027-1236262025/] — Billboard BTS Add Extra Melbourne Show to Australian Leg of ARIRANG Tour × Skip to main content Jung Kook, V, Jin, RM, Suga, Jimin and J-Hope of BTS accept the Artist of the Year award onstage at The 52nd American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Dick Clark Productions ### Trending on Billboard BTS have added a third Melbourne show to their… 3. BTS unveils packed schedule for 2026 BTS FESTA ahead of sold out Busan concerts | allkpop [https://www.allkpop.com/article/2026/05/bts-unveils-packed-schedule-for-2026-bts-festa-ahead-of-sold-out-busan-concerts] — allkpop BTS unveils packed schedule for 2026 BTS FESTA ahead of sold out Busan concerts | allkpop 4132 News # BTS unveils packed schedule for 2026 BTS FESTA ahead of sold out Busan concerts AKP STAFF Posted by 1 day ago 15,544 BTS has officially kicked off its annual celebration with fans around the world, unveiling the full schedule for the highly anticipated '2026 BTS FESTA.' At midnight on… 4. BTS to release special 'ARIRANG' vinyl for 13th anniversary with two bonus tracks | allkpop [https://www.allkpop.com/article/2026/06/bts-to-release-special-arirang-vinyl-for-13th-anniversary-with-two-bonus-tracks] — allkpop BTS to release special 'ARIRANG' vinyl for 13th anniversary with two bonus tracks | allkpop 87 News # BTS to release special 'ARIRANG' vinyl for 13th anniversary with two bonus tracks AKP STAFF Posted by 3 hours ago 1,622 BTS is marking another milestone with a special vinyl release for the group's 13th debut anniversary. According to BigHit Music, the group will release a special vinyl… 5. BTS's 'ARIRANG' becomes first album by a Korean artist to spend 10 weeks in Billboard 200 top 10 | allkpop [https://www.allkpop.com/article/2026/06/btss-arirang-becomes-first-album-by-a-korean-artist-to-spend-10-weeks-in-billboard-200-top-10] — allkpop BTS's 'ARIRANG' becomes first album by a Korean artist to spend 10 weeks in Billboard 200 top 10 | allkpop 2916 News # BTS's 'ARIRANG' becomes first album by a Korean artist to spend 10 weeks in Billboard 200 top 10 AKP STAFF Posted by 5 hours ago 1,822 BTS's fifth studio album 'ARIRANG' has set a new record on the Billboard 200. According to Billboard on May 31 (local time), 'ARIRANG'… Daily TopFive for BTS Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate BTS Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bts-daily-fancast/id1895794256] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1gj5N0aysznuVrwKTb1rXc]. Feedback? Email bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com [bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com].

BTS FESTA Opens a Blockbuster ARIRANG Summer — June 01, 2026

BTS opens 2026 FESTA with a full-group anniversary timetable, a June 13 Busan cinema live viewing, and ARIRANG still powering charts and stadium economics—turning the comeback era into both a fan celebration and a measurable global business story. IN THIS EPISODE 1. BTS marks its 13th anniversary as a full group, unveils FESTA timetable: "A new starting line" - MK [https://www.mk.co.kr/en/musics/12062465] — MK BTS marks its 13th anniversary as a full group, unveils FESTA timetable: "A new starting line" - MK go to news # detail * It has been translated using AI ## BTS marks its 13th anniversary as a full group, unveils FESTA timetable: "A new starting line" 사진 확대 BTS FESTA schedule. Photo | BigHit Music The group BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) will hold a special celebration, the 2026 BTS FESTA, with… 2. BTS Release Trailer for Special Busan Show Live Broadcast [https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bts-arirang-world-tour-homecoming-show-broadcast-trailer-1235569449/] — Rolling Stone BTS Release Trailer for Special Busan Show Live Broadcast × Skip to main content BTS BIGHIT MUSIC* BTS are about to set their homecoming show on fire. The group will return to South Korea’s Busan Asiad Municipal Stadium on June 13, and plan to celebrate the big moment with BTS World Tour ‘Arirang’ in Busan: Live Viewing, a one-night-only live screening in cinemas worldwide. Now, BTS have… 3. BTS ARIRANG Holds Billboard 200: Nine Weeks in Top 10, Three Weeks at Number One [https://www.inspiredbybeatz.com/en/bts-arirang-holds-billboard-200-nine-weeks-in-top-10-three-weeks-at-number-one/] — Inspired by Beatz BTS ARIRANG Holds Billboard 200: Nine Weeks in Top 10, Three Weeks at Number One # 28 May BTS ARIRANG Holds Billboard 200: Nine Weeks in Top 10, Three Weeks at Number One Posted at 18:38h in News, News by Elias Kollböck ▶ 6:05 min read BTS have held the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 for nine consecutive weeks, becoming the first Korean act ever to achieve this feat. ARIRANG debuted on 20 March… 4. Every Show Sold Out in North America... How Much Did BTS Earn from the Tour? - The Asia Business Daily [https://www.asiae.co.kr/en/article/2026053014155797294] — The Asia Business Daily Every Show Sold Out in North America... How Much Did BTS Earn from the Tour? - The Asia Business Daily container Language Dim ## 64% Increase Compared to Previous U.S. Tours Total Revenue of 114.8 Billion KRW from Eight Shows Since April The world tour ‘ARIRANG’ by the group BTS is generating massive economic effects, creating what is being called the ‘BTSnomics’ phenomenon. It has been… 5. BTS Jimin Unveils "Kiss" Video... Flashies Happy Smile at Intense Affection < English article < NOW < 기사본문 - 아이즈(ize) [https://www.ize.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=77360] — 아이즈(ize) BTS Jimin Unveils "Kiss" Video... Flashies Happy Smile at Intense Affection < English article < NOW < 기사본문 - 아이즈(ize) ## 본문영역 - Credit 이소연 - 입력 2026.05.29 16:23 - 댓글 0 ### BTS Jimin Unveils "Kiss" Video... Flashies Happy Smile at Intense Affection Jimin, a member of the boy group BTS, has put his ultimate loveliness on full display. On May 26, Jimin posted a brief video capturing his recent… Daily TopFive for BTS Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate BTS Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bts-daily-fancast/id1895794256] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1gj5N0aysznuVrwKTb1rXc]. Feedback? Email bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com [bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com].

BTS Brings ARIRANG Busan Show to Cinemas Worldwide — May 29, 2026

BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ IN BUSAN is heading to cinemas worldwide on June 13, with BANGTANTV’s main trailer turning the Busan stop into a global live-viewing moment for ARMY. IN THIS EPISODE 1. BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN BUSAN: LIVE VIEWING - Main Trailer [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V276Pu7NVMM] — BANGTANTV # BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN BUSAN: LIVE VIEWING - Main Trailer ## BANGTANTV 84500000 subscribers 55076 likes ### Description 169253 views Posted: 28 May 2026 BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN BUSAN: LIVE VIEWING broadcast live to cinemas worldwide Saturday, June 13. Share the electrifying energy of BTS’s stage on the big screen worldwide on a special day. 🎟️ Get tickets at… Daily TopFive for BTS Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate BTS Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bts-daily-fancast/id1895794256] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1gj5N0aysznuVrwKTb1rXc]. Feedback? Email bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com [bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com].

BTS’s ‘SWIM’ Hits 500M as ARIRANG Era Keeps Expanding — May 28, 2026

BTS’s “SWIM” became 2025’s first song to hit 500 million Spotify streams, while “2.0” crossed 100 million YouTube views and the ARIRANG era keeps spilling from awards stages to Mexico’s National Palace. IN THIS EPISODE 1. BTS's 'SWIM' Becomes First 2025 Release to Top 500 Million Spotify Streams - Seoul Economic Daily [https://en.sedaily.com/culture/2026/05/27/btss-swim-becomes-first-2025-release-to-top-500-million] — Seoul Economic Daily BTS's 'SWIM' Becomes First 2025 Release to Top 500 Million Spotify Streams - Seoul Economic Daily KST Seoul Economic DailyKorea's Leading Business News Since 1960 Menu Saved ArticlesNewslettersAI KEYSettings |Summary|Save AAA BTS "Arirang" group photo. Photo courtesy of Big Hit Music "SWIM," the title track of BTS's fifth full-length album "ARIRANG," has surpassed 500 million cumulative… 2. 'Oldboy' comic homage hits the mark.. BTS '2.0' music video hits 100 million views [Official] | STARNEWS [https://www.starnewskorea.com/en/music/2026/05/27/2026052711025516869] — STARNEWS 'Oldboy' comic homage hits the mark.. BTS '2.0' music video hits 100 million views [Official] | STARNEWS # 'Oldboy' comic homage hits the mark.. BTS '2.0' music video hits 100 million views [Official] Published:2026.05.27 ・ 11:06 Yoon Sanggeun *This content was translated by AI. /Photo=Big Hit Music '2.0', a track from BTS's fifth full-length album 'ARIRANG', surpassed 100 million views on… 3. BTS Announces ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ of Their Visit to Mexico’s National Palace [https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/bts-announces-behind-scenes-visit-003528131.html] — Billboard BTS Announces ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ of Their Visit to Mexico’s National Palace Advertisement Advertisement ## Entertainment: BTS will unveil the details behind their visit to Mexico’s National Palace on Wednesday (May 27), when the South Korean K-pop supergroup premieres a video on their official accounts showcasing the historic meeting they had with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on May… 4. Gov't applauds K-pop acts after historic 11-award haul at AMAs - The Korea Times [https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260527/seoul-applauds-k-pop-acts-after-historic-11-award-haul-at-amas] — The Korea Times Gov't applauds K-pop acts after historic 11-award haul at AMAs - The Korea Times # Gov’t applauds K-pop acts after historic 11-award haul at AMAs ListenListen Text Size Print By Lee Kyung-min - Published May 27, 2026 12:14 pm KST - Updated May 27, 2026 8:16 pm KST Boy group BTS accepts the Artist of the Year award during the 52nd American Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena Monday in… 5. BTS Jin shines with powerful individual brand presence.. Forbes Korea '2026 Power Celebrity' ranks BTS member No. 1, idol solo artist No. 2 | STARNEWS [https://www.starnewskorea.com/en/star/2026/05/28/2026052807414658781] — STARNEWS # BTS Jin shines with powerful individual brand presence.. Forbes Korea '2026 Power Celebrity' ranks BTS member No. 1, idol solo artist No. 2 | STARNEWS Author: Mun Wansik Published: 2026-05-28T07:43:42+09:00 Source: starnewskorea.com (starnewskorea.com) Language: en ## Story BTS Jin shines with powerful individual brand presence.. Forbes Korea '2026 Power Celebrity' ranks BTS member No. 1,… Daily TopFive for BTS Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate BTS Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bts-daily-fancast/id1895794256] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1gj5N0aysznuVrwKTb1rXc]. Feedback? Email bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com [bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com].

BTS Sweeps AMAs, Then Takes ARMY From Vegas to Purple Oreos — May 27, 2026

BTS won Artist of the Year at the 2026 American Music Awards, completing a three-for-three night with “Swim” and Best Male K-Pop Artist, while the ARIRANG tour machine adds Busan protections and a global OREO collaboration. IN THIS EPISODE 1. [K-Enter] BTS win big at the AMAs [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rf--pbn_eoo] — Arirang News We indeed have some super exciting K entertainment news to start with because K-pop won big at the American Music Awards. >> That is correct. So, uh BTS won the Artist of the Year award at the 2026 American Music Awards. The award ceremony was held in Las Vegas on Monday local time. The group took home the top honor as they beat major global stars including Bad Bunny, Bruno Mars, Justin Bieber,… 2. Manila Bulletin - BTS thanks ARMY for 52nd AMAs triumph [https://mb.com.ph/2026/05/26/bts-thanks-army-for-52nd-amas-triumph] — Manila Bulletin Manila Bulletin - BTS thanks ARMY for 52nd AMAs triumph ADVERTISEMENT Press Escape to quit searching ### Entertainment | Hallyuwood # BTS thanks ARMY for 52nd AMAs triumph ##### By Jonathan Hicap Published May 26, 2026 12:04 pm | Updated May 26, 2026 04:31 pm BTS accepting the award for Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards on May 25 (Screenshot from American Music Awards' video… 3. Step Back — When BTS publicly tells Busan hotels to “keep it reasonable,” how much power does that actually have beyond fan pressure — are there real rules, city levers, or industry norms in Korea that can stop concert-week price gouging? BACKGROUND SOURCES * Hotel cancellation uproar hits Busan ahead of BTS tour | The Straits Times [https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/hotel-cancellation-uproar-hits-busan-ahead-of-bts-tour] — The Straits Times * Busan to launch on-site inspections, reporting system against suspected price gouging ahead of BTS concerts [https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2026-01-17/national/socialAffairs/President-Lee-denounces-alleged-price-gouging-in-Busan-following-boy-band-BTSs-world-tour-schedule-reveal/2502656] — Joins * Busan City to tackle price gouging ahead of ‘BTS concerts’···to respond with public lodging and Good Price establishments - 경향신문 [https://www.khan.co.kr/en/article/202601231254237] — Co * Immediate Suspensions for Accommodation Price Gouging [https://www.chosun.com/english/market-money-en/2026/02/25/NW4OIXWQ7JE6JKQAYRXAPJAU54/] — Chosun * BTS comeback sparks tenfold hotel price hikes, forced cancellations - The Korea Times [https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260122/bts-comeback-sparks-tenfold-hotel-price-hikes-forced-cancellations] — Co * Busan moves to protect fans from price gouging ahead of BTS concerts - The Korea Times [https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260513/busan-moves-to-protect-fans-from-price-gouging-ahead-of-bts-concerts] — Co 4. The OREO Brand & BTS Movement is On! Introducing the Limited Edition OREO & BTS Cookies [https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-oreo-brand--bts-movement-is-on-introducing-the-limited-edition-oreo--bts-cookies-302781187.html] — PR Newswire The OREO Brand & BTS Movement is On! Introducing the Limited Edition OREO & BTS Cookies Accessibility Statement Skip Navigation BTS is sharing a taste of their Korean roots through a new OREO cookie they created - The OREO cookie offers a taste of BTS's home with a hotteok-inspired brown sugar–pancake flavor, while our first-ever purple wafers honor BTS fans - Marking their first-ever global… Daily TopFive for BTS Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate BTS Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bts-daily-fancast/id1895794256] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1gj5N0aysznuVrwKTb1rXc]. Feedback? Email bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com [bts-daily-facast@lanternpodcasts.com].