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…
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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…
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…
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…
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