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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Hyper Japan 2025 – Yuka Iguchi Reflects on 20 Years in Anime Ahead of Hyper Japan in London – Exclusive Interview
For over two decades, Yuka Iguchi has been an important voice in the world of anime. From her iconic role as Index in A Certain Magical Index to unforgettable performances in Girls und Panzer, Encouragement of Climb, Symphogear, and Ascendance of a Bookworm, she has helped shape the emotional language of modern anime. This July,…
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…
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…
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,…
Beyond the Mystery of MONA LISA’s Mask: “Killin’ It Girl” (j-hope feat. GloRilla) Review
Killin’ It Girl (feat.. GloRilla) is j-Hope’s third single release of 2025. The first Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel) dropped on March 7, 2025, and the second MONA LISA was released exactly two weeks later on March 21, 2025. The current single marks the climax of the artist’s hugely successful Hope on the Stage Tour, which…
Inside 82MAJOR’s Spectacular Performance at Myunghwa Hall in Seoul – Concert Review
With their latest comeback and an imminent North American tour this June/July, 82MAJOR aren’t so much knocking on the door of global recognition as they are dismantling it with style. Their new album, SILENCE SYNDROME, delivers tracks like TAKEOVER and PASSPORT, each one a swaggering nod to their rapid rise, building confidently on the momentum…
TRENDZ Live in London: Epic and Powerful Performance – Concert Review
TRENDZ have finally made it to London, and what a journey it’s been! Since their debut in 2022, the seven-member group has proven itself to be one of the most exciting rookie acts in K-pop. Armed with sharp vocals, they do sing live!, powerful performances, and a clear artistic identity, TRENDZ have steadily built a…
Exploring Vulnerability: RYLAI’s Emotional Debut Single “Without You”
“I should have loved myself more and taken better care.” With that single, vulnerable admission, RYLAI introduces himself to the world as a storyteller grounded in honesty and strength. June 6th marks the official debut of the Seoul-born singer-songwriter with his soul-searching single Without You, a track that threads together regret and the incredible power of…
BE:FIRST in London: J-pop at Its Best – Concert Review
There is no denying that the Western world is inundated with K-pop right now, which means many music lovers miss out on other countries’ music, including J-Pop. While J-pop groups rarely travel outside Japan and the Asian continent, for that matter, the genre itself has been active in that part of the world for over…
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