Before reading it, drop everything! Because this article will need your full attention. GEMINI, BLASÉ, Kwaca and DJ Pool blew my mind at their London show! DJ Pool just took us straight to the disco world, and it felt like stepping into Fabric or Ministry of Sound on a Saturday night, bass in your chest…
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NIEL is Back and Bolder Than Ever with 4th Mini Album “SHE”
Who needs a comeback when you never really left? NIEL, a solo artist who first soared to fame with TEEN TOP back in 2010, is stepping into a brand new era – and doing it entirely on his own terms. Since his unforgettable days belting out hits like No More Perfume On You, Crazy, and…
XLOV: Breaking Norms, Building Dreams – Exclusive Interview
The four new pillars of avant-garde in K-Pop strutted out in pearls and elegance. Above them, the jumbotron in the figurative stadium of current K-Pop social media buzz illuminated their names in shimmering lights: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. One or two of those might sound familiar to you, and if Boys Planet sounds even…
James An on RAP:PUBLIC, Teamwork, Strategy, and the Art of Hip-Hop – Exclusive Interview
The Korean hip-hop scene has undergone a dramatic evolution in recent years, gaining widespread recognition. From the underground to mainstream success, the genre has attracted attention for its great mix of Korean culture and international influences. Artists in Korea are increasingly showing their individuality and creating distinct sounds that attract not only their local audiences…
Riaan & Dane: Promising Soloists Make Their Debuts
2024 has been a fantastic year for Asian musicians. BABYMETAL are still going strong, Beabadoobee, Audrey Nuna, Laufey, Peggy Gou, Griff, Sarah Kinsley, and ATARASHII GAKKO! all dropped huge albums, and beloved artists of their niches like yeule, ONE OK ROCK, two of the three DPRs (and endless others) all made releases in the past…
K-Music Festival Returns: A Celebration of Korea’s Diverse Musical Talent
This October, the prestigious Korean Music Festival returns for its 11th edition, unveiling a full lineup that promises to showcase a vibrant blend of Korea’s most influential artists in the heart of London. The festival kicks off on October 3 at the Barbican Centre with the National Changgeuk Company’s awaited new production of Lear. Changgeuk,…
BLITZERS Set Their Sights on Happiness and Growth After “Britain’s Got Talent” Triumph – Exclusive Interview
“The next big goal is to be the happiest team!” is how member CHRIS positively responds when asked what’s next for the group after their triumphant run on Britain’s Got Talent. For a group such as BLITZERS, they have had an exciting career since their debut back in 2021 with their first EP, Check-In. In…
Meet ALL(H)OURS: K-pop’s Energetic Newcomers Making Waves
Seven polite heads with the visages of princes and elves are at the door, and they’ve got something fun to share. It’s probably something to be used to by now: the infinite and imperishable energy of freshly debuted K-pop groups working several hours a day. It was definitely past ON:N’s bedtime over in Korea when…
MCND on Their Sixth Mini-Album, “X10”, and Their International Journey – Exclusive Interview
Music Creates New Dream, better known as MCND, is a five-member South Korean boy group comprising Castle J, BIC, MINJAE, HUIJUN, and WIN. They debuted in 2020 with the hit single Ice Age and quickly adapted by pioneering online fansign events due to COVID-19 restrictions, continuing to build their presence in the K-pop industry. In…
The Festival of Korean Dance is Back for Its 7th Year – United Kingdom
The Festival of Korean Dance is back for its seventh year at The Place, marking its debut tour to Scotland followed by stops in Newcastle, London, and Bournemouth, reimagining traditional Asian values and narratives in contemporary settings. Kontemporary Korea kicks off the festivities at Tramway on May 16 before heading to Dance City, The Place,…
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