This August, BLACKPINK fever will be in your area as the iconic global artist celebrates their 8th anniversary. Comprised of JISOO, JENNIE, ROSÉ and LISA, BLACKPINK has dominated global charts with their mega hit songs, capturing the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. 

To commemorate this milestone and honor BLINKs, who fuel one of the biggest fandoms in the world, BLACKPINK has teamed up with Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming platform, to bring a host of special surprises to the This is BLACKPINK playlist.

From their record-breaking rise to global superstardom, BLACKPINK has made colossal waves on Spotify. Their Spotify streams tracked an average year-on-year growth of over 110%, and the group now has over 13 billion streams on the platform. Their tracks have been added to over 71 million user-generated playlists, and their top five most streamed songs alone: “How You Like That,” “Kill This Love,” “Pink Venom,” “DDU-DU DDU-DU,” and “Shut Down,” have collectively garnered over 4 billion streams . 

Further testament to the group’s resonance with listeners worldwide, their top markets on Spotify now span the USA, Indonesia, Mexico, the Philippines and Brazil.  

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To celebrate #8YearswithBLACKPINK, Spotify is treating BLINKs to a series of special surprises on the This Is BLACKPINK playlist. From August 1 till BLACKPINK’s debut anniversary on August 8, the playlist will pay homage to a different BLACKPINK era each day, taking listeners on a journey through the group’s most iconic milestones. 

Adding to the excitement, daily digital sharecards will be available on the playlist, giving fans 8 ways to flex their fandom. From discovering how you rank amongst BLACKPINK listeners, to uncovering your most recent favorite BLACKPINK songs and more, be sure to stay tuned to This is BLACKPINK to discover and express how you’ve stanned. 

Here’s how it works: 

1. Tune into This is BLACKPINK from August 1 - 8 to rediscover a different BLACKPINK era each day. The playlist will refresh daily at 12PM KST.
2. When you’re on This is BLACKPINK, you might get a special digital sharecard  depending on your BLACKPINK streaming habits, so keep a lookout during this period to see how you’ve stanned.  
3. Flex your fandom and fuel the celebrations of #8YearswithBLACKPINK by uploading your sharecards on social media. 

“It’s been thrilling to witness the growth of BLACKPINK throughout the years,” said Jungjoo Park, Head of Music Korea, Spotify. “Our #8YearswithBLACKPINK campaign bolsters our commitment to supporting Korean artists in reaching and deepening their connections with listeners worldwide, and we hope fans enjoy the special surprises we have in store for them.” 

Spotify’s efforts to connect BLACKPINK with listeners across the globe have played an instrumental role in igniting passion from their fandom over the years. In addition to spotlighting their music on flagship playlists such as Today’s Top Hits and K-Pop ON!, Spotify has also brought listeners a variety of exclusive experiences to bring fans closer to the members. This includes the Enhanced Album for their 2020 “The Album” and the BORN PINK: The Pop-Up Experience in Los Angeles in 2022. 

Head on to Spotify’s For The Record blog post for more on the campaign. 

Leading blended Scotch whisky, Chivas, has announced LISA, one of the world’s most influential K-Pop musicians, as its new ambassador and the first female face of the brand in Asia. Continuing its commitment to inspire the next generation of Scotch drinkers from around the globe through its new ‘I Rise, We Rise’ campaign, Chivas has teamed up with the iconic and pioneering artist, to celebrate and elevate the next generation of hustlers who are forging their own paths to success.LISA’s success is undeniable; her achievements and style have transcended music and cemented her firmly as a leader in self-confidence, empowerment, and breaking down boundaries within culture. Her own personal story - moving from Thailand to pursue her dreams, to being part of one of the world’s biggest groups, to breaking international records in her solo career - demonstrates how she has successfully elevated herself through hard work and determination. LISA continues to carve her own path, inspiring those around her along the way, and acting as a role model to inspire many people across the globe. LISA’s story blends success and hustle, fully embodying Chivas’ ethos, while appealing to a new generation of Scotch drinkers in Asia.