In the dynamic and rapidly shifting world of music, where artists often face the challenge of defining their sound amidst fleeting trends, it’s rare to encounter a voice so distinctly self-assured and authentic. Our guest today is Maya Kuriel, a Korean-American singer-songwriter who has embraced these challenges and handled them with a deep sense of…
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Meet Riaan: The New Voice in Music Ready to Make an Impact with “Treat Me Better” – Exclusive Interview
Today, we are excited to feature Riaan, a promising young artist whose career is rapidly gaining attention among music enthusiasts. Born in 2003, Riaan is currently majoring in Vocal Performance at the Seoul Institute of the Arts. His musical journey began with training at SM Entertainment from 2021 to 2022 and now, with the help…
“What’s Dead and Gone”: Liang Lawrence Talks About Her New EP and Personal Journey – Exclusive Interview
In the evolving indie music scene, few artists offer a narrative as compelling as Liang Lawrence‘s. With a life that reads like a globe-trotting adventure, Liang’s early years spanned eight countries, shaping her worldview and musical artistry. Her debut EP, letters to myself, released last year, immediately attracted over a million streams within just a few…
Meet ALL(H)OURS: K-pop’s Energetic Newcomers Making Waves
Seven polite heads with the visages of princes and elves are at the door, and they’ve got something fun to share. It’s probably something to be used to by now: the infinite and imperishable energy of freshly debuted K-pop groups working several hours a day. It was definitely past ON:N’s bedtime over in Korea when…
From the Philippines to the Stars of LA: Captivating KatKat Talks Humble Beginnings, and Her “Drag Race” Journey – Exclusive Interview
RuPaul’s Drag Race premiered in 2010, and since then, it has gone on to produce 16 US seasons, 9 All-Star seasons, and 20 international versions. The beauty of having so much drag on screen has brought over 600 drag queens to people’s televisions worldwide. While many fans love to complain about ‘drag fatigue’ from so…
The Soulful Journey of Dhruv: From London to Global Stardom – Exclusive Interview
Dhruv Sharma, professionally known as Dhruv, is a name that echoes with fans of soulful R&B and pop music. Born in London, Dhruv moved to Singapore at the age of two. His musical journey took a significant turn when he left Singapore for Yale University at 18, where his passion for music ignited. Influenced by…
Jason Kwan Finds Bliss with His Debut EP “Deja Vu” – Exclusive Interview
The UK is enriched by a cultural LGBTQIA+ community that is creative, talented, and speaks up for those whose voices aren’t heard. Many individuals are fighting to protect their rights in a country that likes to pretend everything is fine. Although we still have an incredibly long way to go, singer-songwriter Jason Kwan proves that…
Exploring TRENDZ: Music, Fans, Dreams and Their Latest Release, “DREAMLIKE” – Exclusive Interview
Watching TRENDZ blossom since their debut in 2022 has felt like witnessing dear friends graduate high school and step into university life. In just two years, these young men have left a great impression on us – not only with their superb vocal skills and diverse repertoire of songs but also with their sunny and…
TRI.BE’s London Triumph: An Intimate Look at Their Journey and “Diamond” Release – Exclusive Interview
TRI.BE, a South Korean girl group, burst onto the music scene in 2021. With six super charming and kind young women, SongSun, Kelly, HyunBin, Jia, SoEun, and MiRe, the group made their debut with the single album TRI.BE Da Loca. TRI.BE’s name is a clever blend of “Tri,” short for “Triangle,” symbolising perfection, and “Be,”…
Exploring the SAAY Vibes: An Exclusive Interview on “DOMINO” and Artistic Evolution – Exclusive Interview
SAAY is an artist who beautifully intertwines genres like R&B, hip-hop, and soul, creating music that reverberates with things that we feel inside of ourselves: emotions. Her background, rich with diverse musical traditions – from the depth of Korean traditional music to the intensity of heavy metal and J-pop – has enabled SAAY to cultivate…
Herman Yau on His Latest Work, “Customs Frontline”, and Filmmaking
Herman Yau’s latest film, Customs Frontline, premiered globally at the FEFF 26 in Udine this past May and is set for its Asian premiere in Hong Kong this July. A maverick director known for his prolific output, Yau was born in China in 1961 and studied Film at Hong Kong Baptist University. Over a remarkable…
OnlyOneOf on Their World Tour, London and Latest Release “Things I Can’t Say LOve” – Exclusive Interview
OnlyOneOf, a K-pop group, has recently completed a major tour across Latin America and North America, followed by a debut in Europe, with each city bringing beautiful memories and experiences. “Each city had its own special charm, but the most thrilling experience was the concerts. Thanks to the overwhelming support from our lyOns, we were…
“Bushido”: Exploring Humanity Through the Lens of a Fallen Samurai – An Insight with Director Kazuya Shiraishi
“Any movie that I make, I always think: ‘What is a human being?’” director Kazuya Shiraishi shares as he reflects on his latest project Bushido. The samurai period drama, or jidaigeki, tells the story of ronin Yanagida Kakunoshin (Tsuyoshi Kuanagi) who has fallen into poverty but has found peace in a humble living with his…
ONE N’ ONLY Discuss “DOMINO” and Their Dreams for the Future – Exclusive Interview
As ONE N’ ONLY prepare to take the stage at Aria Fest 2024 on June 20th at the Faliro Sports Pavilion Arena in Athens, Greece, the group’s exciting mix of JK-Pop and Jatin-Pop has just started taking the world by storm. Sharing the lineup with stars like Suho, Chanyeol, Sistar19, and Omega X, this event…
