Despite her essentially being one of K-pop's all time great figures, I've never had much of a thing for HyunA's own musical output. Her work with 4minute resulted in some stunning tracks but her singles usually fell short. I adore her as a performer and her more vocal driven tracks are a real treat but … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: I’m Not Cool – HyunA
Month: January 2021
SONG REVIEW: ST – SixTONES
Since debuting in early 2020 with the phenomenal Imitation Rain, SixTONES have been blitzing through a number of releases. A single here, a mini album there and now a full length album less than a year after their debut. And most of the resulting music has been great. Both Navigator and New Era built upon … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: ST – SixTONES
SONG REVIEW: Odd Eye – Dreamcatcher
Although I already enjoyed much of their musical output beforehand, 2020 was the year where Dreamcatcher truly became one of my favourite K-pop groups. The more electronic influences truly opened a new door for the group and tracks like Scream and Boca were the perfect vessel to channel that new energy. And so coming off … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Odd Eye – Dreamcatcher
The 100 Best K-pop B-Sides / Album Tracks of 2020 (25 – 1)
When it comes down to K-pop and music in general, the best songs usually aren’t the ones getting promoted. And because of this, their quality is most of the time never unearthed or just completely overlooked by the majority of listeners. I want to change that and that’s why I’m going to be counting down … Continue reading The 100 Best K-pop B-Sides / Album Tracks of 2020 (25 – 1)
SONG REVIEW: U Mad – Bobby (iKON)
As one of YG entertainments most talented and best known rappers, Bobby has been a household name for a while now. As a member of iKON he's shown just how potent an idol rapper can be when utilised properly and his own solo work has showcased his immense skills is many unique and unexpected ways. … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: U Mad – Bobby (iKON)
SONG REVIEW: Burn It – Golden Child
When it comes down to consistency, few groups of the new generation are able to match Golden Child. Ever since their 2017 debut they have yet to release a bad song, shifting effortlessly between concepts without sacrificing the strong melodic base behind their tracks. And so when they announced that they were going to return … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Burn It – Golden Child
SONG REVIEW: Grandeur – Snowman
So far, of the two 2020 Johnny's debuts Snowman have yet to completely impress me. I really enjoyed both D.D. and especially Stories but nether of them felt like stunning musical moments, something their brother group, SixTONES excelled at delivering last year. And as such, I came into Grandeur with pursed expectations. And thankfully, I … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Grandeur – Snowman
The 100 Best K-pop B-Sides / Album Tracks of 2020 (50-26)
When it comes down to K-pop and music in general, the best songs usually aren’t the ones getting promoted. And because of this, their quality is most of the time never unearthed or just completely overlooked by the majority of listeners. I want to change that and that’s why I’m going to be counting down … Continue reading The 100 Best K-pop B-Sides / Album Tracks of 2020 (50-26)
SONG REVIEW: Lemon Candy – Pink Fantasy
After 2019's sensational Fantasy, Pink Fantasy have been going through an unfortunate downward spiral. Both commercially and musically. Neither of their follow up singles were all too promising and the departure of some of their more popular members hit them pretty hard. Lemon Candy is a pre-release single for their upcoming mini album and unfortunately, … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Lemon Candy – Pink Fantasy
The 100 Best K-pop B-Sides / Album Tracks of 2020 (75 – 51)
When it comes down to K-pop and music in general, the best songs usually aren’t the ones getting promoted. And because of this, their quality is most of the time never unearthed or just completely overlooked by the majority of listeners. I want to change that and that’s why I’m going to be counting down … Continue reading The 100 Best K-pop B-Sides / Album Tracks of 2020 (75 – 51)








