With the energy of a hundred Border Collies on caffeine, six chirpy faces arrived on a call with the press on the 25th of January to talk about their recent debut with HYPERSPACE. The endearingly zestful attitudes of Minjae, Seita, Hee, TK, Rex and Jo will have been paramount in getting to this point, as…
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Kim Jonghyeon Discusses His Second Mini-album, “Brilliant Seasons”, and Independent Endeavours – Exclusive Interview
Kim Jonghyeon, a South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor who is well-known as the leader, main dancer, and main rapper of his former group, NU’EST, has recently ventured into a solo career. In November 2022, Jonghyeon debuted with the release of his first mini-album, Meridiem. In addition to his work with NU’EST, Jonghyeon participated in…
EVNNE on Embracing Their Mature Side in Second EP “Un: SEEN”
On a busy evening during breathless comeback promotions, Keita, Park Hanbin, Lee Jeonghyeon, Yoo Seungeon, Ji Yunseo, Mun Junghyun and Park Jihoo all settled down for an hour to chat to the press, eagerly unveiling the stories behind their latest work. EVNNE’s second EP, Un: SEEN, is the foothold they’ve comfortably found themselves in after…
MCND’s ODD VENTURE in London: A Burst of Energy and Youthful Vibes – Concert Review
Whenever I attend K-pop concerts, my expectations are usually middling. However, MCND is one of those groups that I had high hopes for. Having witnessed their stage energy and talent two years ago in London, I made a personal commitment to see MCND again after I learned that the group was returning to the same…
ID:Earth Unites the Universe with Music – Exclusive Interview
ID:Earth is an enigmatic and fascinating artist. Originally from South Korea, she comes across as a creative musician whose imagination is simply cosmic. When she debuted in 2019 with Egypt, a cross-genre Pop song, the singer quickly impressed those who seek rawness in music. With a few singles and EPs under her belt, the artist…
KRIS MAIN On His New Single, “I’m Not Sorry”, Inspiration and Music – Exclusive Interview
Kris Main emerged onto the music scene with his debut single, Dior Dream, in 2021, showing the beginning of a promising career as singer-songwriter and producer under 285LABS. Possessing deep and husky vocals, Kris produces music that lies between Pop-punk, Rock, and Hip-hop. Not only is he capable of making exceptional tunes, but he also…
Zipping Through “HYPERSPACE”: DXMON’s Debut Mini Album Review
In terms of likelihood for success, 3rd Gen K-pop was the golden era; as the genre really began to reach the other side of the globe, even small groups had their hits. 4th Gen subsequently built on the immense rise in popularity caused by the previous years of music, as companies trained up and pumped…
P1Harmony’s Troxy Triumph – Concert Review
P1Harmony’s Troxy performance in London wasn’t your run-of-the-mill musical soirée; it was an intense night filled with energy and the radiant personalities of Keeho, Theo, Jiung, Intak, Soul, and Jongseob. The group’s P1ustage H: P1oneer tour kicked off in January 2023 in Seoul and later moved to the US, where they performed in twelve cities….
TRENDZ To Perform in Europe and North Africa
South Korea’s music scene is no stranger to dynamic and talented boy groups, and the emergence of TRENDZ in 2022 has shown the country’s continuous musical evolution. Formed under Interpark Music Plus, TRENDZ comprises seven members: Havit, Leon, Yoonwoo, Hankook, ra.L, Eunil, and Yechan. Since their official debut with Blue Set Chapter 1. Tracks, the…
MCND Ready to Rock The World
GEMs across the US are celebrating the return of MCND as the group embarks on their second North American Tour, ODD-VENTURE TOUR 2024. The group will be making six stops starting in New York followed by Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, and San Francisco before coming to a close in Los Angeles. While visiting Los Angeles MCND…
8Turn Dream Big with Third Mini Album “Stunning” – Album Review
Within the K-pop industry, and with numerous groups debuting, one group in particular is longing to make an impression and be heard. The eight-member group 8Turn, consisting of Jaehyun, Minho, Kyungmin, Yungu, and Seungcheon, is making noise with their third mini album, Stunning. Debuting in 2023, they saw acclaim with their first release 8TurnRise, which…
Ever So Slightly Supersonic: Kim Jonghyeon “Brilliant Seasons” Mini Album Review
Kim Jonghyeon has branded himself with a smile and quirky charisma in his latest attempt to rouse lovers of danceable K-pop with Brilliant Seasons, and the singer is quick to prove he does just about everything. After branching off from his former role as the leader, main rapper, and main dancer of the popular boy…
BamBam to Take Over Paris, London, and Frankfurt in March 2024
Kunpimook Bhuwakul, a.k.a BamBam, under the watchful gaze of The Flintstones’ Bamm-Bamm Rubble, is not just a rapper and singer but a walking, talking dynamo based in South Korea as well as his native country of Thailand. BamBam’s journey into Korean culture started with his mom, the ultimate Rain fan, dragging him to concerts. Little…
BLITZERS Discuss Their Fan Concert, “Macarena” Single, and Plans for the Future – Exclusive Interview
After a few months of silence and our last conversation in January, BLITZERS have finally returned with intensive performances in Japan. Although they released their last single, Macarena, back in April, the group is still actively promoting their music, not only in their native country of South Korea but also in Japan. With a series…
