Bangtan
Bangtan, commonly known internationally as BTS, is a South Korean boy band formed in Seoul in 2013 by Big Hit Entertainment. The group debuted as Bangtan Sonyeondan, a Korean acronym meaning Bulletproof Boy Scouts, signaling a mission to shield youth from stereotypes and injustice. In 2017 they began using the English-language moniker BTS and later adopted Beyond the Scene as part of their brand identity. The lineup comprises seven members: RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook.
Musically, Bangtan blends hip hop, pop, R&B and EDM with introspective lyrics addressing mental health, self-acceptance
Members contribute to writing and production; several members have released solo material and participated in production
Bangtan's popularity has helped drive the global spread of K-pop; their fanbase, ARMY, is one of the