Release Date: 1998-06-16
Upcoming Season: 2025 (2025-11-28)
Seasons: 2025 · Episodes: 1200
Overview:
Music Bank is a South Korean music television program broadcast by the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS). It airs live every Friday and features live performances by both established and emerging artists. The show's format includes a countdown of the week's most popular songs, interviews with artists, and special segments that highlight current trends in the music industry. Music Bank is renowned for its dynamic stage setups, high-energy performances, and its role in promoting K-pop globally. The program has become a staple of Korean pop culture and is widely watched by fans around the world.
Release Date: 1998-06-16
Episodes: 52
The inaugural season of Music Bank set the stage for what would become a long-running and beloved music program. It introduced audiences to the weekly top song countdown and featured performances from many of the top artists of the late 1990s. This season established Music Bank as a key player in the promotion of Korean pop music.
Release Date: 1999-06-18
Episodes: 52
Continuing from its successful launch, the second season of Music Bank expanded its format to include more interactive elements, such as fan voting, and introduced new segments that highlighted up-and-coming artists. The show's popularity continued to rise, drawing in larger audiences and gaining a strong following.