Seventeen years ago, five fresh-faced teenagers debuted with Replay, a gentle R&B track that would quietly ripple across the Korean music scene. It wasn’t loud, but it was unforgettable. That song was the beginning of SHINee. Today, SHINee, now a quartet consisting of Onew, Key, Minho, and Taemin, continue to grow while honouring the memory…
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KATSEYE Announce New EP “Beautiful Chaos”, Out June 27
Rising girl group KATSEYE will release their second EP, Beautiful Chaos, on June 27 via HYBE x Geffen Records. Following the success of their debut EP SIS (Soft Is Strong), which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Emerging Artists and Heatseekers Albums charts, the group returns with a new sound exploring the highs and lows…
HYPER JAPAN FESTIVAL Reveals Next Waves of Artists, Perfomers and Activities for 2025 Edition
Calling all otaku, foodies, and culture connoisseurs: HYPER JAPAN Festival is back, and it’s bigger, bolder, and buzzier than ever! Returning to Olympia London from 18–20 July, the UK’s largest celebration of Japanese pop culture will bring three days of music, fashion, gaming, workshops, and more sushi than you can shake a chopstick at. 🎤…
TIOT Bring the Flex – and They’re Coming to Europe
Time may be flying, but Time Is Our Turn – better known as TIOT – is just getting started. After debuting in April 2024 with their EP Kick-Start, this five-member boy group under Redstart Entertainment has been clocking serious mileage on the K-pop map. Now, with their latest release, Flex Line, they’re not just flexing…
Maya Kuriel on Her New Single “Alibi” – Exclusive Interview
Born and raised in Seattle and now based in Los Angeles, Maya Kuriel is a first-generation Korean American artist whose journey into music began at just four years old. By sixteen, she was already writing and recording her own songs, combining dark pop melodies with lyrics that reflect her true feelings. Her music often explores…
The Persistence of Memory: “Echo” by Jin – Album Review
The oldest of the BTS members, Jin, was the first to complete his military duties, having enlisted on 13th December 2022. On his return, he released Happy (15 November 2024), his debut solo EP, which consisted of six tracks. His second album, Echo, is made up of seven tracks – the lead single and only…
Behind the Scenes of Sunny Lukas’ “DEJA VU” – Exclusive Interview
Before stepping into the spotlight as a musician, Sunny Lukas lived and breathed sports – seriously, he was a total athlete. From football and national-level basketball to competitive tennis and 15 years of golf, he fed off rhythm, movement, and energy, all of which now drive his approach to music. Like any athlete prepping for…
M.O.N.T Talk Music, Their Latest Release, and Touring Europe – Exclusive Interview
With their latest release, Somewhere Out There, M.O.N.T captures the universal longing to escape, an emotional pull that speaks to anyone who’s ever dreamed of getting away. Born from a spontaneous moment of wanderlust, this fifth mini-album becomes an immersive experience, both musically and emotionally. The trio is known for effortlessly shifting between genres –…
Get Ready for Hwasa’s European Tour in 2025 – Rescheduled
Hwasa, a singer-songwriter and television personality, began her music career as a member of the girl group MAMAMOO in 2014. Known for her powerful voice, confidence, and sweet personality, Hwasa has achieved remarkable success both as part of the group and as a solo artist. In 2019, she made her solo debut with Twit, a…
TRENDZ: Unpacking the Journey of Their New Single Album “Chameleon” – Exclusive Interview
Catching up with TRENDZ, a K-pop group, always feels a bit like meeting up with old friends. This is our fourth time catching up with them, and honestly, it never gets old. Every time we chat, we’re reminded of just how much they’ve grown. Watching their journey take shape has been such a joy, and…
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