If you love Korean pop music, you likely want to collect as much as you can. Whether you want digital MP3 files or physical CDs, you might have to turn online to find this kind of music. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but those that love it do so passionately. As of yet, it has really to break into mainstream culture in North America, so online shopping is where you might have to go to find your favorite songs, albums, and artists in this growing international genre.
Make sure that you read all the fine print before you make any kind of purchase on a digital download site. Be sure you know what you’re getting. Is it a general copy of an MP3 that you only get access to one? Or can you go back and download it again if you lose it? Also, be sure it’s actually yours. Some content can be erased or removed from your file library if a big company chooses to do so. Also, watch out for digital content that only works in certain players or programs. Ideally, you’d download MP3 files you can move around and use in anything.
One thing you might want to look out for is whether or not the KPOP you’re ordering is in English or not. If you want to learn the lyrics and sing along, it needs to be in a language that you speak. If you’re ordering something physical, like a CD or a vinyl record, then you also would probably want the cover and liner notes in something you can read. If you need to use the live chat feature to find out more.
Be sure that your browser shows an “https” starting the URL instead of just “HTTP”. You might also see some kind of lock icon. This all signifies that the retailer has installed secured encryption for their transactions. It doesn’t mean the site is totally infallible, as nothing ever is, but it makes it nearly impossible for someone to get your credit card number, email address, and the like.
If you find a retailer with music you want at a good price, don’t check out right away. Put the songs you want in your cart and then leave it there for a while. You might get an email the next day offering you a deal or discount if you come back and finish the transaction. You can also take the time to Google the website’s name plus words like coupons, deals, discounts, or codes to find things you can plug in for more savings.
When someone calls something Korean pop, they’re not kidding. Nearly every KPOP band is exclusively made up of only Koreans, although a few exceptions are starting to happen. While some big cities might have stores that specialize in Korean pop music or have KPOP merch sections, it’s online where you’re going to find most of the music in this genre. That’s actually the case for most genres now, as streaming services and digital downloads have been pummeling CD sales for well over a decade. Use the tips you read here to find the popular music of Korea that you love so much.
