Routledge Globalization and Popular Music in South Korea Book

Explore the global impact of K-Pop with this in-depth study from Routledge. This book examines the rise of contemporary South Korean idol pop music and how it connects with political, economic, and cultural shifts. It tracks the transformation of the Korean pop music field from the 1990s to the present day, explaining the factors that led to the international success of the Korean Wave. Author Fuhr looks at the effects of transnational flows and the power relations within the industry. The text provides a look at how K-Pop production and consumption involve the role of the imaginary "other." This is an essential resource for anyone studying the modern music industry, global cultural transformations, and the specific history of South Korean pop music.