The Festival of Korean Dance is back for its seventh year at The Place, marking its debut tour to Scotland followed by stops in Newcastle, London, and Bournemouth, reimagining traditional Asian values and narratives in contemporary settings. Kontemporary Korea kicks off the festivities at Tramway on May 16 before heading to Dance City, The Place,…
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ONE N’ ONLY Release Their New Single “DOMINO”
ONE N’ ONLY comprised of TETTA, REI, EIKU, HAYATO, KENSHIN, and NAOYA, has once again impressed their global fans with the release of their latest single, DOMINO. The six-member dance and vocal group, formed by a well-known talent agency Stardust Promotion, is no newbie to the music industry. Debuting in 2018, ONE N’ ONLY is…
VERIVERY to Tour the US in Six Cities, including LA
South Korean boy group VERIVERY is about to traverse through the US on their upcoming summer tour GO ON. Presented by Studio PAV the group will be visiting six cities starting in New York on June 14th, followed by Chicago, Minneapolis, Atlanta, and Fort Worth before concluding in Los Angeles on June 23rd. VERIVERY, formed…
26th Far East Film Festival Returns with 79 Films from 12 Countries Celebrating Asian Cinema
The Far East Film Festival is back and it’s bigger than ever for its 26th edition, which boasts 79 films from 12 countries, all celebrating Asian cinema. Taking place in Udine, Italy, from 24 April to 2 May, the esteemed film festival will host a number of exciting stars to present their movies to cinephiles….
Forbidden Jazz and Mending Hearts: “Jazz for Two” Review
Directed by A Shoulder to Cry On’s Song Soo-rim, Jazz for Two is the latest BL drama to yank mercilessly at our heartstrings. Starring Ji Ho-geun as the brooding Han Tae-yi and Kim Jin-kwon as Yoon Se-heon – who’s fresh meat to everyone on campus at Wooyeon Arts School – the drama wastes no time…
26th Far East Film Festival: “YOLO” Set to Open Far East Film Festival 2024
In films and TV, the ability to transform oneself into a complex character is an indication of true talent. It’s not uncommon for actors to undergo dramatic physical changes for their roles, altering their appearance in ways that range from subtle to striking. By modifying their physical appearance to match the description of the character…
“Wanderland” – Blish’s Debut Album Offers Hope and Inspiration
“Every cloud has a silver lining” is how Korean artist Blish begins his enigmatic first full-length album, Wanderland. The first track, Rewind, has an extended invitation with an optimistic message that begins his storytelling. Whilst the chirping birds in the background are unexpected, it’s a delightful way to accompany the vocals of both Blish and…
CIX Announce Their Return to North America
North America is lucky again! CIX announced their return to North America with their 3rd concert tour titled 0 or 1. The tour will begin in New York on May 12th and will include stops in Montreal, San Juan, Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Mexico City, and Los Angeles. Here are the tour dates and venues: This…
OMEGA X’s Hangyeom Debuts in “Jazz for Two” Korean Drama
In recent years, Korean BL (Boys’ Love) TV dramas have experienced a rise in popularity. This phenomenon has changed the way we look at Korean dramas, in general. With platforms like Netflix, Viki, iQIYI, and LINE TV making these dramas accessible to international audiences, fans globally can now enjoy their favourite BL series with subtitles…
The Rose at OVO Arena Wembley: A Splendid Feast for the Eyes and Ears
Do bands have the power to bring their listeners to tears? There are a few, I believe, and The Rose is one of them. Those who have followed the band’s journey from day one are well aware of the highs and lows that have filled their path. There have likely been more challenges in the…
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