Bang Yongguk moves like a flame, his aura alive with passion and purpose. Every time he steps on stage, even with songs like I Remember [yes, yes that’s one of my favourite songs] from 2011, he breathes new life into his music, each note more powerful than the last. To witness his journey from a…
Tag: Hip-hop
Paris and London, Brace Yourselves – Chinese Hip-Hop Star MASIWEI is Back!
The leader of the Chinese hip-hop revolution, MASIWEI, is about to begin his Dark Horse Season tour. The shows in Paris and London will surely bring a mix of cutting-edge rap and intensive energy. After a busy year of dominating stages worldwide, the artist is ready to visit the aforementioned countries once again. A Game…
Bang Yongguk: The Mind Behind the Music – Exclusive Interview
Bang Yongguk, a Seoul-based artist, first gained recognition as the leader of the boy group B.A.P. Before that, he was active in the underground hip-hop scene under the name “Jepp Blackman.” His rise to prominence began in 2011 with his feature on Song Ji-eun’s hit Going Crazy, and later, with his solo work and collaborations…
Bang Yongguk to Return with His Third European Tour
Bang Yongguk is, without a doubt, one of our favourite South Korean rappers; he is also a singer, songwriter, and record producer. Formerly the leader of the boy group B.A.P, Yongguk began his solo career over a decade ago. His journey in the music industry began in 2008 as a member of the underground hip-hop…
All the World’s A Stage: Review of RM’s “Right Place, Wrong Person” Album
While the 11-track album, which dropped three weeks ago, has been lauded as the sophomore follow-up to the critically and commercially successful Indigo, it is in fact Namjoon’s fourth solo excursion. Looking back to his ‘mixtapes’, RM in 2015 and Mono in 2018, it is clear to see Namjoon’s artistic journey, which starts with the…
James An Talks All About Hip-Hop and Breaks Down His Newest EP, “I Have No Friends and I Must Party” – Exclusive Interview
There are many talented artists in the music industry to discover, but if there’s one artist we believe everyone should listen to, it’s Korean-Canadian rapper James An. Even those who are perhaps unfamiliar with hip-hop will find themselves drawn to his incredible new EP, I Have No Friends and I Must Party. James is clearly…
James An Delivers Raw Honesty in New EP “I Have No Friends And I Must Party” – EP Review
Korean-Canadian artist James An will transport you back to the 1990s with his new EP, I Have No Friends And I Must Party. This eight-track release captures his genuine passion for hip-hop and skilfully pays homage to it. The artist mixed the quintessential elements of golden age hip-hop to create a beautiful and necessary listening…
Crossing Rain: Spreading Hope and Hawai’ian Culture Through Music – Exclusive Interview
The journey of Crossing Rain, a Hawai’ian boy group, is as diverse and vibrant as the culture they represent. With a shared dream of spreading hope and inspiration through their music, one thing is promised: to get you stomping your feet regardless of your age. After they debuted in 2021 with an EP, Dreams, Crossing…
Sangstaa Talks About His Third Album, “Pretty in Blu”, Creative Process, and Vulnerability
In the heart of Los Angeles, where the rhythm of the music industry beats strongest, Sangstaa creates sounds in which he expresses the various emotions of life. His journey from Korea to Raleigh, North Carolina, and then to the lively streets of LA has become a moving story, echoing themes of inner conflicts and endurance….
In Conversation with MC HotDog, a Hip-hop Artist and Producer
Yao Zhongren, a.k.a. MC HotDog, is an award-winning Hip-hop artist from Taiwan and has been in the music business for over 20 years. MC HotDog has a unique flow and delivery, setting him apart from other Taiwanese rappers. Not only does he have a distinctive voice, but he also knows how to use it to…
Embracing Authenticity – In Conversation with Jomalxne
Jomalxne’s unexpected London performance, a supporting act on JAY B’s show, was one of the most exciting surprises of 2022. One never expected that the artist, whose music is barely known in Europe, could have left a striking impression on so many people, including myself. Hailing from South Korea, Jomalxne is not only an awe-inspiring…
Pushing Through It All: Young Harry’s “Live 4 The Dead” Album Review
Young Harry, a Korea-American Hip-hop artist, has had a steady rise in attention since his 2018 debut with Y.H season. The rapper, who is in his early 20s, showcases his American rap influences in his 2nd studio album Live 4 The Dead, which dropped on the 20th of January. The album cover features a beautiful,…
Blase Opens Up About His Music, Latest Release, and Life – Exclusive Interview
Drill is a subgenre of Hip-hop that originated in Chicago, Illinois in the early 2010s. It is characterised by its dark, nihilistic lyrics, heavy use of Trap beats and auto-tune, and a menacing delivery style. It often addresses themes such as gang violence, poverty, and police brutality, and artists in the Drill Hip-hop scene include…
“I Love to Make Creative Meaningful Stuff, so When I Perform, I Can Show the Audience Who I Really Am.” – In Conversation with XENZU
What do we know about Chinese hip-hop? Although it’s been around for over 20 years in the country itself, it is in the last decade that the genre has been somewhat successful overseas. Many argue that Chinese is not suitable for rap music because it is a tonal language, however, those who claim that have…
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