After capturing the hearts of many as a member of the beloved K-pop group INFINITE, Lee Seongjong is now set to shine brightly as a solo artist. With his magnetic stage presence, Lee Seongjong has become a household name in the Korean music industry. Currently, he is embarking on a journey to take the world…
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OTYKEN: Bridging Cultures and Igniting Musical Exploration from Siberia’s Indigenous Heartland
Welcome to our exclusive interview with OTYKEN, a captivating Siberian Indigenous group that has recently taken the music world by storm with the release of their highly anticipated full-length album, “Phenomenon”. Blending the rich traditions of Siberian Indigenous culture with the cutting-edge sounds of Folktronica, OTYKEN has created a mesmerising musical experience that transcends boundaries…
SHAUN breaks down his “Steal the Show” single, his collaboration with Jeff Satur, and his music
When SHAUN, a South Korean singer-songwriter and producer, released Way Back Home in 2018, the lead single from his debut EP, Take, he took the music charts by storm. The song itself has a catchy melody and a simple, yet heartfelt, message that resonates with many listeners. SHAUN’s vocals are soft and emotive, conveying a…
FIFTY FIFTY reflect on their new release “Cupid”, the songwriting process, and their inspiration
FIFTY FIFTY, a South Korean girl group consisting of Saena, Aran, Keena, and Sio, debuted in November last year. They grabbed the attention of an overseas audience when they released Higher, a single from their first EP, The Fifty. The song’s mid-tempo not only displayed the girls’ charming vocals but also showcased the group’s harmonies. …
“If There’s a Chance, We’d Love to Go to the UK and Perform Because We’re Sure There Are People Who Want to See Us.” – In Conversation with BLITZERS, a South Korean Idol Group
BLITZERS debuted in 2021 with an EP called Check-in. Consisting of seven members, JUHAN, CHRIS, SYA, WOOJU, GO_U, LUTAN, and JINHWA, they have enchanted many K-pop fans with their charming personalities and vocal talent. While they are still seen as a rookie group, they already toured in the US in 2022 with a total of…
“We Believe That Every Artist Has Their Own Approach When It Comes to Making Music.” – In Conversation with HYBS
Thailand has always captivated the world with its diversity of cultures, beliefs, traditions, lifestyles, and its incredible variety when it comes to music, TV, and film. While Thai TV shows and cinematic features are quickly making their way to Europe through Netflix, Viki, and GMMTV, Thai Pop music is yet to make a wave beyond…
“Show Me The Money [Rap Competition] Helped Me to Stay on Track and Motivated Me to Work Hard.” – In Conversation with Blase
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…
“We Are Very Grateful to Those Who Have Supported Us.” – In Conversation with XEED, a South Korean Idol Group
K-pop has become such a huge phenomenon that even the Billboard chart can’t deny the greatness of the genre. It evolved throughout the years, not only in how idols execute their choreography, which is a true spectacle nowadays, but also in their use of other languages, such as English and Japanese. The most popular is,…
The 12th London Korean Film Festival: In Conversation with Kim Dae-hwan, Director of ‘The First Lap’
Kim Dae-hwan is an up-and-coming South Korean film director; while still in college, he directed two short films, Picnic (2010) and Interview (2011); he introduced his debut feature, End of Winter, to the audience in 2014, while studying post-grad at Dankook University’s Graduate School of Cinematic Content. Two years later, Jeonju Cinema Projects helped fund his…
In Conversation with Feng Xiaogang, the director of ‘I Am Not Madame Bovary’
Where to event start with Feng Xiaogang? He is a Chinese director, producer, screenwriter and actor, whose career has spanned for over 30 years. While bravely battling censorship, he has created a number of commercially immensely successful films, such as Be There or Be Square (Bújiàn búsàn, 1998), Cell Phone (Shŏujī, 2003), A World Without…
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