The queens have returned – this time with all six jewels in the crown firmly in place. On July 9, K-pop girl group Queenz Eye unveiled fresh profile photos of two key members: OG rapstress Ah Yoon and their newest maknae, 16-year-old Seo Ha, whose arrival has officially completed the group’s transformation into a six-member…
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More Than an Idol: JUNHEE of A.C.E on Growth, Grace, and Letting Go – Exclusive Interview
By all accounts, Park Junhee, a.k.a JUNHEE, has spent his life preparing to be an artist, and he has the seven years of trainee life, a handful of almost-debuts, and a historical BL drama to prove it. But ask him why he chose this path, and you don’t get a polished, media-trained monologue. You get…
OX:N On Making Their Four-Member Venture From OMEGA X
Suited up and feeling suave are OX:N: a team name unfamiliar in the K-Pop scene, but with a lineup very familiar to many. These un-fresh faces consist of Jaehan, Xen, Jehyun, and Yechan of OMEGA X, who are re-debuting as a quartet. Why, you ask? While Yechan dubs themselves the “feel-good guys”, Jaehan, leader of…
ASTRO’s YOON SAN-HA to Make Solo Comeback on July 15
Born in 2000 (yes, you read that right, he’s officially an adult and adorable), YOON SAN-HA has grown from the baby-faced youngest member of ASTRO into a versatile singer, actor, and all-around charmer under fantagio. He began his K-pop adventure as a trainee at the ripe age of 12, debuted with ASTRO in 2016, and…
Hyper Japan 2025 – Ai Higuchi on Unfinished Journeys, Global Voices, and the Songs That Move Us – Exclusive Interview
Ai Higuchi’s journey into music began with classical piano at just two years old, but her artistic evolution has been far from traditional. Over the years, she added violin, drums, guitar, and vocals to her toolkit, building a rich, multi-instrumental foundation. “Since my roots are in classical piano, I think my sense of tempo is…
Hyper Japan 2025 – Hitsujibungaku on Shoegaze, Anime, and Growing Up in Japan’s Alt-Rock Scene – Exclusive Interview
Formed in 2011 by vocalist and guitarist Moeka Shiotsuka when she was just 15, Hitsujibungaku has steadily evolved from a high school band into one of Japan’s most compelling alternative acts. Joined by bassist Yurika Kasai, who picked up the instrument specifically to join the group, and drummer Hiroa Fukuda, the trio built their early…
SM TOWN LIVE in London Celebrates SM Entertainment’s 30th Anniversary – Concert Review
30 years in the music industry is no small feat, especially in a landscape that shifts as rapidly as K-pop. SM Entertainment has been at the forefront of this evolution, launching some of the most iconic acts to emerge from South Korea and helping to push K-pop into the global spotlight. On Saturday night (28th…
j-hope Shines Bright on Night 2 of “HOPE ON THE STAGE” at Goyang Stadium in Seoul – Concert Review
Well, if you thought the explosive energy of night 1 of j-hope’s HOPE ON THE STAGE at Goyang Stadium couldn’t be beaten, then think again! Never underestimate the power of Jung Hoseok. By now, we know he embraces many facets as a person and artist: there’s Hobi, Jay, Jack, and of course, j-hope. While the…
An Intimate Evening with The Rose: Acoustic Vibes and Stellar Perfomace – London Concert Review
The Rose is, quite truly, a delicious, divine rose when they perform, blooming with talent every single time. One could never dare question their live show credentials. Whether it’s OVO Wembley Arena, Scala, or now Indigo at The O2, The Rose continue to deliver with effortless impact, rising to meet any stage, big or small,…
Thailand Showcase 2025: Timeless Creativity 27–29 June 2025 in London
This June, the heart of London transforms into a dazzling gateway to Thailand as Thailand Showcase 2025: Timeless Creativity arrives at Lewis Cubitt Square, Coal Drops Yard, King’s Cross. From 27–29 June, the three-day cultural festival marks an extraordinary 170 years of diplomatic friendship between Thailand and the United Kingdom. Last year’s showcase brought in…
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