Resources
The library is regularly updated with the latest resources. Some entries have been sourced from the BTS Syllabus project.
Still Bangtan: Rambling thoughts on the Philanthropic Efforts of BTS
UGC
Lauren
2021
Stories After #StopAsianHate
Official Content
Another Step for Human Rights and Equality.
Suh, R.
2021
Structured Intimacy of Third Generation Idol Industry : Focusing on BTS and its Fandom
Theses & Dissertations
This thesis aims to identify the varied dynamics created between the third generation Korean idol industry and fandom using ethnography as a methodology, and seeks to examine the point of contact between these dynamics and the online feminism that surfaced since 2015 in Korea.
Chang, J.
2019
Success Story: How Storytelling contributes to BTS’s Brand
Journal Articles
To investigate BTS’s storytelling strategies, this article breaks down how stories permeate BTS’s content, from music and videos to the Bangtan Universe and documentary films. The importance of transmedia storytelling and participatory audiences is also examined.
Courtney Lazore
2021
Suga on How BTS Stays Hungry After Conquering the World
Media Coverage
"I do sometimes think, 'Why did I have to spend so much time in the studio?'" says Suga.
Hiatt, B.
2021