BSS Turn Up the Energy with Second Mini-Album “TELEPARTY”

January can often feel bleak, but SEVENTEEN’s unit BSS (BooSeokSoon) provide much-needed vitamin supplements to make us happy and cheerful. It’s been two years since BSS released the mini-album Second Wind, which saw them go viral and achieve record-breaking figures thanks to its title track, the optimistic Fighting (feat. Lee Young Ji). The unit, consisting…

“By the Stream” Review

There is no easy entry point to the work of Hong Sang-soo. Even though his style remains consistent, his Eric Rohmer-inspired narratives frequently built around off-the-cuff drunken conversations and meandering walks around Seoul, there’s a density to the storytelling not always immediately apparent. His earlier work could often be in conversation with itself, with metatextual…

K-Pop 2024: Hits, Highlights, and Rising Stars

As 2025 approaches, let’s reflect on the successes of K-pop in 2024. The industry, as always, has proven to be a treasure chest of gold. Over the past twelve months, we’ve witnessed countless releases, sold-out tours, and the debuts of many promising rookie groups. It wouldn’t be the phenomenon it is without the endless creativity…

“How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies” Review

Some films change your life; others just remind you to call your grandparents, if you’re fortunate enough to still have them around. The Thai box office hit How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, which has already made nearly $80 million globally prior to its UK release, is a movie with modest emotional aims that…

CRAVITY Soars to New Heights with “FIND THE ORBIT”

As the year comes to a close, CRAVITY have dropped a gift, a new single album FIND THE ORBIT—a three-track marvel that shows their artistic evolution and unstoppable ambition. Leading the charge is the title track, Now or Never, accompanied by a jaw-dropping music video that captures their vibrant energy and fearless leap into a…

Yves: Redefining Herself as a Soloist – Exclusive Interview

Yves, a South Korean singer and producer, has always been known for her musical versatility. She debuted as a solo artist on May 29, 2024, with her first extended play, LOOP. And later this year, she followed up with her second EP, I [Did]. Yves first caught attention as a member of the girl group…