
Five albums released by S.M. Entertainment have been listed on "The 25 Greatest K-Pop Albums of the 2010s: Stuff List" by Billboard in the U.S.
Billboard, a famous U.S. media outlet, released "The 25 Greatest K-Pop Albums of the 2010s: Stuff List" on its official website on December 17, and albums such as f(x), Red Velvet, SHINee, JONGHYUN, and EXO have been ranked to draw attention.
Billboard introduced "Pink Tape," the second full-length album of f(x), and said, "It is an ambitious and experimental collection in that it demonstrates the power of a regular album that delivers cohesive music. Albums like Pink Tape have proven that mainstream pop can also improve art and broaden the range of creativity. The album shows that K-Pop is a musical genre with a firm identity."
In addition, Red Velvet's 2nd album, Perfect Velvet, and said, “Red Velvet has released an album with a consistent pop style so far, and this album is the best of them.” SHINee JONGHYUN's first solo regular album 'She Is' introduces the electronic and funk elements centered on the confident R & B. Each track provides a vibrant listening experience with a lively sensation.
In addition, SHINee’s sixth full-length album, "The Story of Light" Epilogue, described "from the familiar ballad genre of "Our Page" to the fantastic "Good Evening," SHINee offers a variety of charms throughout the album, which is as impressive as the EXO’s "Free" album.
They performed a more mature stage of music through the explosive cappella of the fifth album "Tempo" and the soft sensuality of the title track "Love Shot."