J-pop continues to impress many in the West. One group that exemplifies the genre’s power and global appeal is ONE OR EIGHT. This eight-member boy group, consisting of MIZUKI, NEO, REIA, RYOTA, SOUMA, TAKERU, TSUBASA, and YUGA, has mastered the art of mixing hip-hop and pop while staying true to the essence of Japanese culture….
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Honest Talk on Music: DOHANSE’s Journey as a Soloist – Exclusive Interview
Do Hanse, also known as Hanse and DOHANSE, continues to emerge bolder and fiercer with each new step. Once known as the charismatic rapper of K-pop boy group VICTON, he has now thrown himself headfirst into the unfiltered and more exciting world of punk rock and emo. With a devil-may-care attitude and a thirst for…
Discovering Cultural Roots: KL Pamei’s Artistic Vision – Exclusive Interview
KL Pamei, an artist whose music combines his Naga heritage (India) with contemporary pop, invites listeners into his world through his album, Thuanku The – a very personal and culturally significant work. The album, which translates to “Thank You” in Ronglat, has been an important turning point in KL Pamei’s career. Thuanku The is filled…
Colde Brings Superb Night of Music to The Clapham Grand – Concert Review
Colde is an artist of many talents. Hailing from South Korea, he has built a thriving career on his terms as an independent singer-songwriter and composer. His approach to alternative R&B is fascinating – he beautifully combines rock, hip-hop, and jazz elements into his music, making it impossible to box him into a single genre….
ONE PACT: The Rising K-Pop Group You Need to Know – Exclusive Interview
ONE PACT, a South Korean boy group under Armada Entertainment, has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting rookie groups in the K-pop scene. Comprising Jongwoo, Jay Chang, Seongmin, TAG, and Yedam, the group’s formation is the result of experienced artists with diverse backgrounds coming together to create something fresh and powerful. They…
Discover ZOLAR: Thailand’s Rising 13-Member T-Pop Group – Exclusive Interview
ZOLAR is a group of many talents, a 13-member group from Thailand that brings everything you want in a group. Good vocals? Check. Choreography that is so good that it makes you want to attempt to dance along? Check. And of course, stylistically they are a burst of colour that makes them a joy to…
Exploring Cultural Heritage Through Music: Belle Sisoski’s Journey – Exclusive Interview
Music is not only just sound, it is a living archive of history, culture, and emotion. For Belle Sisoski, it is a powerful connection between past and future, a space where both coexist in harmony. With The Revelation, her latest release, she doesn’t simply compose; she creates an immersive sonic world blending the ancestral echoes…
Queer Voices in Pop: The Rise of Mad Tsai – Exclusive Interview
Mad Tsai has emerged as one of the most compelling voices in modern pop, using his music to explore identity, queerness, and the emotional turbulence of coming-of-age. His songs often subvert the traditional narratives of high school romance and self-discovery, reshaping them from a queer perspective that challenges heteronormative ideals. Through his storytelling, Mad Tsai…
Inside t024’s Journey: The Story Behind “TRACE” – Exclusive Interview
There is no doubt that music is a universal language that connects people across the globe. While some artists achieve massive mainstream success, countless talented musicians remain under the radar, many of whom hail from Asia. Beyond the global phenomenon of K-pop, South Korea, in particular, boasts a rich and diverse music scene that spans…
ATEEZ Lights Up Copenhagen on Valentine’s Day – Concert Review
To say ATEEZ has had a successful 12 months would be an understatement. As the first K-pop boy group to headline Coachella, the only way has been up. After dominating the US on their Towards The Light: Will To Power Tour, it was finally time for Europe to get a taste of their anarchism lore…
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