Hard-of-hearing artists have always faced challenges in the music industry, but their contributions are invaluable and deserve support. While traditionally music has been primarily auditory, advancements in technology and shifts in attitudes are enabling greater inclusivity. Supporting deaf musicians is not only about providing equal opportunities but also recognising the diversity of talent and perspectives…
Tag: K-pop
Blish Opens Up About His Life and His Debut Album, “Wanderland” – Exclusive Interview
Born and raised in Osan, around 21 miles away from Seoul, Blish found his early childhood filled with pure moments of joy while hanging out with friends, playing soccer, and taking part in festivals and school stage performances, whether it was singing or dancing. However, it wasn’t until adolescence that Blish’s musical goals began to…
YES! 82MAJOR To Return with Their First Mini-album, “BEAT by 82″, on April 29th
82MAJOR, a K-pop rookie boy group, is a squad of six young guns with a strong sense of who they are and where they’re headed. Consisting of Nam Seong Mo, Park Seok Joon, Yoon Ye Chan, Cho Seong Il, Hwang Seong Bin, and Kim Do Gyun, they’re on a mission to shake up the K-pop…
TRI.BE Announce Their European Tour, “TRUE DIAMOND”
Debuted in 2021, TRI.BE burst onto the K-pop market like a comet. This South Korean girl group, formed by the powerhouse collaboration of TR Entertainment and Universal Music Group, comprises six members: Songsun, Kelly, Hyunbin, Jia, Soeun, and Mire. The name itself represents the triangle, a symbol of perfection, and “Be,” signifies existence. TRI.BE’s rise…
ONE N’ ONLY Release Their New Single “DOMINO”
ONE N’ ONLY comprised of TETTA, REI, EIKU, HAYATO, KENSHIN, and NAOYA, has once again impressed their global fans with the release of their latest single, DOMINO. The six-member dance and vocal group, formed by a well-known talent agency Stardust Promotion, is no newbie to the music industry. Debuting in 2018, ONE N’ ONLY is…
Forbidden Jazz and Mending Hearts: “Jazz for Two” Review
Directed by A Shoulder to Cry On’s Song Soo-rim, Jazz for Two is the latest BL drama to yank mercilessly at our heartstrings. Starring Ji Ho-geun as the brooding Han Tae-yi and Kim Jin-kwon as Yoon Se-heon – who’s fresh meat to everyone on campus at Wooyeon Arts School – the drama wastes no time…
CIX Announce Their Return to North America
North America is lucky again! CIX announced their return to North America with their 3rd concert tour titled 0 or 1. The tour will begin in New York on May 12th and will include stops in Montreal, San Juan, Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, Mexico City, and Los Angeles. Here are the tour dates and venues: This…
H1-KEY’s on Their Musical Journey and Their Latest Release, “Deeper”
“They’ve seen it all from me,” Hwiseo admitted with a grin when asked about any hidden talents during a chat with the press recently. The other three girls at the table laughed at her candid response, and their close bond was obvious. Since their fresh debut just two years ago, H1-KEY have been elegantly making…
2024 STAYC 1ST WORLD TOUR TEENFRESH in London – Concert Review
One, two, three, and the curtains closed on another K-pop concert. Magic Sound, known for bringing top Chinese and K-pop talents to Europe, recently delighted fans with another fun show, this time featuring STAYC at London’s Troxy. Despite it being the girl group’s inaugural world tour, they were no strangers to London, having previously performed…
How to Sing Like an A.C.E: “My Girl: “My Choice”” Review
The latest controversial K-pop take to ignite the passion of keyboard warriors has fans debating the importance of… good singing. Yes, you read that right. Some fans online admitted they’re just in it for the “vibes”, dismissing the role of a decent vocalist as something Western singers can handle instead. Not only does the opinion…
2024 xikers WORLD TOUR TRICKY HOUSE FIRST ENCOUNTER IN EUROPE: Concert Review
xikers, a boy group under KQ Entertainment, is a new player on the market and a serious competitor to all the rookie groups out there. Debuting just over ten months ago with their EP, HOUSE OF TRICKY: DOORBELL RINGING, xikers have shaken up the K-pop market. The release itself, featuring lead singles Tricky House and…
“It Was Like Fire”: DXMON On Their Debut “HYPERSPACE”
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…
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…
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