Amber Liu, an American singer, rapper, and songwriter, took the stage at London’s O2 Academy Islington and showed that she is a force to be reckoned with. From her roots in the highly successful K-pop group f(x), where she debuted in 2009, to her solo journey, Amber has consistently displayed her unique style, and she…
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…
Lee Young-ae on Her Role of Cha Se-eum in “Maestra: Strings of Truth” – Exclusive Interview
Disney+’s Maestra: Strings of Truth, a Studio Dragon production, turned out to be one of the most interesting series of this season. The show follows the life of Cha Se-eum, a gifted violinist and conductor, played by Lee Young-ae, who battles a genetic illness. As the series progresses, Se-eum returns to South Korea, intending to…
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…
“Finding Her Beat” Review
Drums typically represent the most ancient musical tools within any society, and the Taiko has a historical presence dating back over 2,000 years in ancient Japan. Archaeological and anthropological studies suggest that during the Jomon era, people used drums as a means of communication or in religious rituals. However, the percussion instruments of that time…
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…
17th Asian Film Awards Nominations Announced
Celebrating its 17th anniversary, the Asian Film Awards (AFA) has unveiled the nominees for its 16 award categories ahead of the ceremony scheduled for March 10, 2024 (Sunday). The Asian Film Awards Academy (AFAA), established by the Busan, Hong Kong, and Tokyo International Film Festivals, aims to honour excellence in Asian cinema. AFAA plays an…
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