ASTRO first appeared on the scene in 2016, and over the years, their creative work has matured with impressive grace. Known for their diversity, the members have built their own artistic identities while keeping the spirit of the group intact. Now, in 2025, a new chapter comes alive with the arrival of the group’s third…
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KRIS MAIN – Behind the Music: The Vulnerable Truths of “Dead Inside” – Exclusive Interview
Kris, an artist whose sound has continuously evolved since his debut, has always stayed true to his artistic vision. Whether through his powerful rock-infused hip-hop or more experimental takes on traditional sounds, he never shies away from vulnerability or confronting the darker aspects of his journey. His latest release, Dead Inside, reflects the emotional depths…
KARDI’s Bold Fusion of Modern Rock and Korean Heritage – Exclusive Interview
KARDI has quickly risen as one of the most exciting bands in the Korean music scene, blending modern pop-rock with traditional Korean instruments like the geomungo. Since their formation on SuperBand 2, they’ve been pushing the limits of genre and sound, delivering fresh and unexpected music that stands out in a highly competitive industry. With…
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,…
Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to Welcome Music Bank
Music Bank is a premier South Korean music program, and since its debut in 1998, it has become one of the most popular and influential music shows in the country, it is also broadcast in over a hundred countries via KBS World, making it accessible to a global audience. Interestingly, Music Bank replaced a previous…
Deliciously Smooth And A Little Bit Cheeky: Young R&B Artist cyd’s EP “SAVIOR” Review
What’s the smoothest thing you can think of? Likely velvet and silk; honey and butter spring to mind instantaneously at the thought. But there’s a handful of singers whose voices flow like they’ve never experienced a cough or a croak once in decades – and the sound is a top contender for that earlier question….
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…
Dreamcatcher Radiate Girl Power in London – Concert Review
With a snake-like queue of fans around the block, as I entered The Troxy, I realised this would be the first time I would be attending a K-Pop show unaware of what I was getting myself into. With the tour titled Luck Inside 7 Doors, the girls took that luck and turned it into magic,…
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…
10th Anniversary K-Music Festival: A Vibrant Mix of Tradition and Modernity
As the leaves begin to change and Autumn slowly sweeps in, a symphony of sounds is set to fill the air as the K-Music Festival marks its 10th anniversary. This annual event unites cultures through contemporary and traditional Korean music. With seven live shows slated across London during the months of October and November, this…
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