MBC's "Music Core" will take a break from its regular programming next week, with no broadcast scheduled for February 21.

The network announced the scheduling change on February 12, confirming that the weekly music show would skip its usual Saturday slot. Along with the broadcast cancellation, the voting period originally set for February 18-19 has also been postponed.

"Music Core" typically features live performances from both established and rookie K-pop acts, making it a key platform for artists to promote their latest releases. The show also holds weekly voting to determine chart winners, which explains why the voting period needed to be adjusted alongside the broadcast schedule.

The program is currently hosted by ZEROBASEONE's Kim Jiwoong, alongside other MCs who help guide viewers through the weekly lineup of performances. These music shows serve as crucial promotional vehicles for K-pop artists, often determining which songs gain momentum on various charts.

While MBC didn't specify the exact reason for the scheduling change, it's common for Korean broadcasters to adjust their programming around holidays, special events, or other network priorities. The announcement came with enough advance notice to inform both viewers and artists who may have been planning promotional activities around the show.

Fans of the show and artists scheduled to appear will need to wait for the following week's broadcast to catch their favorite performers. The network hasn't indicated whether this will affect any planned comebacks or special stages that were scheduled for the February 21 episode.

"Music Core" joins other major music programs like "Music Bank" and "Inkigayo" as essential stops for K-pop artists during their promotional cycles, making any scheduling changes noteworthy for both the industry and fans tracking their favorite groups' activities.