If JO1 hasn’t made it onto your playlist yet, this is your sign to hit play. The 11-member Japanese boy group – Sho, Ren, Ruki, Junki, Keigo, Takumi, Syoya, Shosei, Sky, Shion, and Issei – was born out of PRODUCE 101 JAPAN in 2020. With an eye-watering 65 million votes cast by fans (known as…
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Discover Joh!: The Chaotic Soul of Hyperpop-R&B – Exclusive Interview
If you’re unfamiliar with Joh! – yes, the exclamation point is part of the name, and yes, he earns it – consider this your official introduction to one of the most exciting genre-pushing voices coming out of Korea right now. A former hip-hop kid turned hyperpop-R&B romantic with a chaotic soul, Joh! is the type…
Fresh Boy Group NEWBEAT On Living Up To Their Name
We’ve witnessed pineapple hair, wolf howls, and crazier; with K-Pop, there’s no limit to how weird and wonderful things can get. Newest kids on the block NEWBEAT have decided to spark their debut with something very fitting to their name: real hiccups recorded on their predebut release of the same name. At a recent press…
82MAJOR Is Coming Back on April 14th with 3rd Mini-Album “Silence Syndrome”
Buckle up, 82MAJOR fans – your favourite stage dominators (NAM SEONG MO, PARK SEOK JOON, YOON YE CHAN, CHO SEONG IL, HWANG SEONG BIN, KIM DO GYUN) are making a grand return! The group has officially announced their comeback with their third mini album, SILENCE SYNDROME, dropping on April 14th at 6 PM KST. And…
Kevin Woo’s “Deja Vu” New Single: Release Details
There’s a certain nostalgia attached to the early days of K-pop, whether it’s the first or second generation. U-KISS, part of the latter, was one of those groups that impacted many lives, stealing the hearts of fans worldwide. Though the group remained active for years, four of its ten members departed before U-KISS went on…
Brigiding Opens Up About Drag Race Philippines, House of Ding, and the Art of Drag
When Drag Race Philippines season one was announced, fans were more than excited to finally see what the Asian queens could bring to the stage. The show’s success opened doors for future seasons and the recently announced Drag Race Slayasian, where Asian queens from international franchises will compete together in an All-Stars format – a…
Jooyoung’s Pitch-Perfect Live Performance in London – Show Review
R&B has always thrived on emotional depth and a deep sense of intimacy. While its roots lie in African American musical traditions, the genre has found compelling voices in South Korea, where artists have beautifully incorporated its soulful sound with their own cultural and musical styles. Artists such as Colde, Hoody, Dean, Jooyoung, Crush, Babylon,…
4BOUT Discusses His Latest EP “Wilder Sadness”, Music, and Songwriting Process – Exclusive Interview
The Korean music industry is surely shaped by commercial appeal, however, many artists follow their own path, without being boxed into the craziness of the mainstream market. And 4BOUT is one of those musicians. His music is not only heard but also truly felt. Formerly known as ABOUT, Jo Taekyoung has built a career on…
ONE OR EIGHT to Release New Single “DSTM” on March 19
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….
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…
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