Big Ocean, celebrated as the world’s first deaf idol group, is set to release their uplifting Christmas single RED-DY SET GO on November 23. Drawing inspiration from the story of Rudolph and his iconic red nose, the song carries a message beneath its festive, high-energy sound: what may once have seemed like a flaw can…
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Anik Khan Discusses His Full-Length Album, “ONĒK,” and Life – Exclusive Interview
Anik Khan is a Bangladeshi-American rapper and singer-songwriter based in New York City, and a helluva storyteller through his music. Born in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and raised in Queens, New York, Khan’s early life was influenced by his immigrant experience and the diverse cultures around him. He discovered hip-hop at a young age, remembering the moment…
Inside the Making of TRENDZ’s “CRIME”: A Behind-the-Scenes Look – Exclusive Interview
It’s our fifth conversation with TRENDZ, and honestly, it feels like we’re best friends at this point. Watching their growth from day one has been such a rewarding experience. Their latest release, CRIME, is great proof of how far they’ve come as a group. The track is sharp, dynamic, and full of energy, combining powerful…
Gareth.T on His Journey as the Prince of Sadness – Exclusive Interview
After a sold-out show at Shepherd’s Bush Empire (30.10.35) in London, the venue shone not just with fans, but with admiration for the talent emerging from Hong Kong. Gareth.T, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter and producer, gave everything he had on that stage. From singing beautifully to playing the violin, every note felt perfect, every moment of…
2Z’s “Highness”: A New Musical Chapter – Exclusive Interview
Every great band has an origin story, and 2Z’s sounds like the kind of plot you’d pitch for a feel-good coming-of-age movie. With various background stories, and by all logic, 2Z shouldn’t have worked. But somehow, against all odds and with a lot of late-night rehearsals, they found harmony in chaos and turned everything into…
Tibet Film Festival London 2025: “State of Statelessness” Review
What does it mean to be stateless in a world that measures existence through borders and documents? For most, nationality is an assurance – a birthright so inherent that it goes unnoticed. But for millions across the globe, including Tibetans living in exile, statelessness is not an abstract concept; it’s a wound that never closes….
ALULA Film Festival: “Obedience” Review
Based in the heart of Hong Kong, the district of Hung Hom feels like a city within a city, a place where the living and the dead coexist almost side by side. Coffins glide through narrow streets toward nearby funeral homes, while a few steps away, commuters and street vendours fight for space among the…
Yamagata International Documentary Film Festival 2025: “When the Trees Sway, the Heart Stirs” and “Rokkoku Kitchen” Review
Directed by Lee Jiyoon, When the Trees Sway, the Heart Stirs centres on the story of residents in Seoul’s Jeongneung Valley, who have begun relocating amid plans for regional redevelopment. The director turns her lens to the mundane, everyday moments of life, walking alongside both current and former residents to capture their experiences. The film lays bare…
Exploring “UTOPIA” with ID:Earth – Exclusive Interview
ID:Earth is a visionary artist whose work combines cinematic soundscapes, electronic textures, and stunning human storytelling. Her recent single UTOPIA explores themes of love and the evolving relationship between humanity and technology, creating a sonic universe where analogue values and futuristic progress coexist. The track is part of a larger narrative that will be revealed…
FOCUS Art Fair London 2025 – FiNGAiSM: The Art of Kento Senga – Exclusive Interview
Best known as a member of Kis-My-Ft2, Kento Senga has spent over twenty years entertaining audiences through music, dancing, and acting. But behind the pop idol image is a thoughtful artist whose work, as well as creativity, goes beyond one’s imagination. Born in Nagoya, Senga began dancing at the age of three, inspired by the…
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