When Tokyo’s underground metal scene first caught wind of HANABIE., few could have predicted how far the self-proclaimed “Harajuku-core” band would go. What started as a high school club activity in 2015 has since exploded into one of the most exciting acts in Japan’s heavy music sphere — and now, the world. Combining metalcore, hardcore,…
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YOON SAN-HA’s Second Mini Album “CHAMELEON” Is a Quirky, Feel-Good Joyride
Eleven long months since talented singer and ASTRO member YOON SAN-HA made his successful solo debut, the 25-year-old is back with a surprising medley that takes new risks. As far as solo pursuits go in the K-pop industry, YOON’s millions of listeners on DUSK is no small accomplishment. The first mini-album, cohesively mellow, was as blue…
EVNNE: Rising Stars to Set to Shine Globally with Their World Tour, “EVNNE’s SET N GO”
EVNNE is a seven-member South Korean boy band formed by Jellyfish Entertainment. Consisting of Keita, Park Han-bin, Lee Jeong-hyeon, Ji Yun-seo, Yoo Seung-eon, Mun Jung-hyun, and Park Ji-hoo, they officially debuted on September 19, 2023, with the EP Target: Me. READ MORE: EVNNE on Embracing Their Mature Side in Second EP “Un: SEEN” – Interview…
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,…
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….
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…
Maya Unagi’s Healing Sound in “Stumbling” – Exclusive Interview
We live in a world of exhausting trends, short-form content, and songs designed to grab you before the chorus even lands. In all the noise, subtle talent can slip through the cracks. But often, the music that stays with us the longest isn’t the loudest; it’s the kind that speaks softly, takes its time, and…
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…
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…
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