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K-Pop Demon Hunter fans stream these songs now if you can't get enough of soundtrack

Netflix's smash hit movie K-Pop Demon Hunters is still in everyone's heads, after the song Golden from the soundtrack hit the No1 spot in the UK Singles Charts

K-Pop Demon Hunters fans listen up. If you can't get enough of the soundtrack of the movie but are a K-Pop newbie, Daily Star has the perfect playlist for you.

The animated movie stormed to the top of Netflix's movie charts when it was released at the end of June and is still riding high now. The musical film, which sees a K-pop girl group take on demons masquerading as a boy group, includes several ridiculously catch ear-worms, too.

The song Golden, from the fictional girl group HUNTR/X, topped the UK Singles Charts, while The Saja Boys' songs Soda Pop and Your Idol also broke into the Top 10.

Similarly, the Twice version of the song Takedown entered the charts, giving new fans their first taste of an actual K-Pop group.

Due to the overwhelming success of the film, Netflix has reportedly started considering follow-up releases including two sequels, a TV series and even a stage musical.

But if you can't wait that long and reckon K-Pop might be your thing, then Daily Star has the perfect playlist for you.

IVE - I Am

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When the film was released, fans couldn't get over the similarities between soundtrack song Golden and I Am, by girl group IVE.

The group, consisting of members Gaeul, Yujin, Rei, Wonyoung, Liz and Leeseo, released the catch song in 2023 as part of their first full-length album I've Ive.

Appearing to notice the similarities between the song, Gaeul, Rei and Liz released a video in which they performed the I Am choreography, but to Golden instead.

Other IVE tracks you should stream: Attitude, After Like, Love Dive.

TXT - Crown

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If you like the bright feel of the Saja Boys song Soda Pop, look no further than Tomorrow X Together's Crown.

The group, made up of members Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Tauhyun and HueningKai, made their debut in 2019 with the catchy song, and it has a catchy, light feel to it, just like Soda Pop.

Since their debut, the group, also known as TXT, has gone on to great success, becoming the first Korean boy group to headline at major US festival Lollapalooza in 2023.

Other TXT tracks you should stream: Beautiful Strangers, Love Language, Over The Moon.

Aespa - Girls

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Four-piece group Aespa's vibe is very similar to the powerful sound HUNTR/X give in the movie, and their song Girls could be a good choice if you like soundtrack song Takedown.

The members Karina, Giselle, Winter and Ningning have released countless bangers since their debut in 2020.

Earlier this year, they returned to London, playing OVO Arena Wembley as part of their Sunk: Parallel Line tour. Their tour Synk: Hyper Line saw them play at The O2 Arena in 2023, too.

Other Aespa tracks you should stream: Whiplash, Supernova, Drama.

Everglow - First

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Everglow were another powerful sounding girl group that fans of How It's Done may enjoy, especially with their song First.

The group debuted in 2019, with members E:U, Sihyeon, Mia, Onda, Aisha and Yiren, and quickly amassed an international fanbase.

Sadly, in May of this year, it was announced that all six members had left the group's label, and the future of Everglow isn't clear, but doesn't look good.

Other Everglow tracks you should stream: La Di Da, Dun Dun, Adios.

Enhypen - Bite Me

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Enhypen's 2023 track bares striking similarities to the Saja Boys song Your Idol, bringing a mysterious, dark feel.

Members Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungown and Ni-Ki came together on the show I-Land and debuted in 2020.

After a number of years, Enhypen finally came to the UK as part of their Walk The Line tour, performing at London's O2 Arena on August 22. They are also due to perform at the Manchester Arena on August 25.

Other Enhypen tracks you should stream: Drunk-Dazed, Tamed-Dashed, Go Big Or Go Home

Twice - Cry For Me

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Twice actually appear on the K-Pop Demon Hunters soundtrack already. Their 2024 song Strategy features, while members Jeongyeon, Jihyo and Chaeyoung also recorded a version of Takedown which plays over the closing credits.

Their song Cry For Me has a highly emotional sound to it, similar to the soundtrack song What It Sounds Like.

The girl group, also including other members Sana, Nayeon, Momo, Mina, Dahyun and Tzuyu, have had an incredible career since they debuted in 2015.

They enjoyed two nights at London's O2 Arena in September 2023 and fans are hoping they'll return next year as part of their This Is For tour.

Other Twice tracks you should stream: Fancy, I Can't Stop Me, Talk That Talk.

BTS - Butterfly

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Even K-Pop newbies should have heard of BTS, given their English tracks Butter and Dynamite were big hits in the UK. But it's their 2016 song Butterfly which gives off a similar vibe as the emotional ballad Free.

As a group, BTS have taken the world by storm, but members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook have also seen incredible solo success.

After a number of years away from the group pursuing solo endeavours, and completing their mandatory military enlistments, the group confirmed in July that they were preparing a new album for release in early 2026.

Other BTS tracks you should stream: DNA, Idol, Boy With Luv.

Blackpink - The Girls

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K-Pop Demon Hunters director Maggie Kang listed Blackpink as one of the inspirations for fictional group HUNTR/X.

Their powerful stage presence catapulted them to global fame, and they recently became the second girl group ever to headline Wembley Stadium, with members Jennie, Lisa, Ros and Jisoo wowing there with two dates earlier this month.

While many of their songs sound similar to HUNTR/X's vibe, their track The Girls, released to promote their mobile game in 2023, has a similar sound to How It's Done.

Other Blackpink tracks you should stream: Jump, Ddu-Du Ddu-Du, Kill This Love.

The Boyz - Lip Gloss

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The Boyz song Lip Gloss is another with a similar feel to the Soja Boys song Soda Pop, with a summery vibe.

The group, originally comprising 12 members, debuted in 2017, but two have since left. Members Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, New, Q, Sunwoo and Eric continued with the group when they moved to new label One Hundred.

Other The Boyz tracks you should stream: D.D.D, The Stealer, No Air.

Dreamcatcher - Because

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Dreamcatcher bring a different sound to K-Pop, with a heavier, rock sound. Their song Because shares some similarities to How It's Done, with an eerie chorus.

Originally debuting as bubblegum pop group Minx in 2016, the group re-debuted with a heavier concept in 2017, with new members Handong and Gahyun joining JiU, SuA, Siyeon, Yoohyeon and Dami.

Since debuting as Dreamcatcher the group gained a strong international following before finally getting a breakthrough in South Korea with their 2022 track Maison.

Earlier this year, members Handong, Gahyun and Dami left the label, but it was confirmed they would still promote with the group. Meanwhile, JiU, SuA and Yoohyeon debuted as the sub-unit group UAU, while Siyeon is preparing to release music with a band.

Other Dreamcatcher tracks you should stream: Scream, Justice, Deja Vu.

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