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…
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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…
ONE OR EIGHT Makes a Global Statement with New Single “365” and Atlantic Music Group Debut
Rising boy group ONE OR EIGHT has officially entered a new chapter with the release of their new single 365 on Wednesday, June 18th. The song is a huge step for the group, not only is it their first love song, but also their first release under a new partnership with Atlantic Music Group, a…
Meet PSYCHIC FEVER: Japan’s Stars with Big Vibes and Bigger Dreams – Exclusive Interview
Japanese boy group PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE is ready to go wild in Europe this summer, with fan meetings in Berlin (July 11) and London (July 13). Known for their fierce ambition to take Japanese music global, the seven-member group has been making waves, and now, they’re about to charm fans face-to-face in Europe….
RAINDANCE 2025 SPECIAL ICON AWARD HONOURING THE LATE, GREAT DAME JOAN PLOWRIGHT+ RELAUNCH OF THE DAN IRELAND AWARD
As part of its 33rd edition (18–27 June), the Raindance Film Festival will posthumously award the late Dame Joan Plowright an Icon Award, commemorating both her extraordinary legacy and her final major screen role in Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont (dir. Dan Ireland, UK/USA). The tribute coincides with the 20th anniversary of the film’s release…
BTS Unites with ARMY for One-of-a-Kind “2025 BTS FESTA”
Commemorating a significant moment in their career, the K-pop icons BTS successfully concluded the offline part of their 2025 BTS FESTA on June 13 and 14 at KINTEX Exhibition Center 2 in Goyang, South Korea. Held annually to celebrate the group’s debut anniversary with their dedicated fandom, ARMY, this year’s FESTA brought over two weeks…
James An on His Latest Release “Silhouettes” and Its Creative Process – Exclusive Interview
James An returns with Silhouettes, a double single release that touches on vulnerability and the emotional aftershocks of making music in an increasingly commodified hip-hop scene. During our interview, James speaks with sharp self-awareness about the contrasts he lives within: artist and performer, teacher and student, creator and critic. And the opening song, Blue Ink,…
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