Although I wasn't the biggest fan of either of Everglow's 2018 singles, I appreciated their embrace of a more propulsive and bombastic sound. I know many would complain about the group essentially releasing the same song 3 different times, I actually appreciate it. It establishes a signature sound, something every new group needs if they … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: DUN DUN – EVERGLOW
Since the release of 2018's Time for the moon night, Gfriend's music has followed a more downbeat and ornate sound. Though not all that different from the material that made them successful in the first place, this has resulted in a number of tracks that lack the instant punch of their older material. Fortunately, this … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Crossroads – GFRIEND
Honestly, I feel pretty bad for Treasure. Though they were scheduled to debut early last year, the unexpected collapse of the YG brand resulted in their introduction to the K-pop world to be indefinitely postponed. Fortunately, after almost a year of inactivity it seems as though the wait is almost over, as the group have … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Going Crazy – TREASURE
After starving us Golden Child fans for more than a year, Woolim entertainment have finally come to their senses, providing a quick follow up to last years excellent Wannabe in the form of repackaged track Without You. Re-boot was my favourite album of 2019, and thankfully its strength is only amplified thanks to the addition … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Without You – Golden Child
If you had asked me a few months ago if I would have ever predicted a collaboration between Zico and Super Junior, I probably would have laughed you off. But much like most of what has transpired so far this year, we have 2YA2YAO!, the title track of "Timeless", a repackage of last years super … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: 2YA2YAO! – Super Junior
With the burgeoning growth of K-pop in its current state, many newer fans are unaware of many of the genres past classics. That’s why every week I will be taking a look back at some of K-pop’s most exciting and iconic tracks that were released before the conception of this blog to shed some light on this … Continue reading Retro Rewind: HEARTBREAKER – G-Dragon
Before we get into the review, I would like to first congratulate CHEN for his recent engagement and future marriage. I wish him well for his future endeavours and hope that he can keep entertaining us not only as a solo artist, but as a member of EXO. YOU comes as the first track from … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: YOU – Dynamicduo and CHEN
Although I'll primarily be reviewing singles, there are some albums that are too good to not cover. In this segment, I will be spotlighting those standout albums and giving my thoughts on each and every track When asked about my favourite album of all time, few would expect me immediately respond with AAA member Nissy's … Continue reading ALBUM REVIEW: Nissy – Hocus Pocus 2
With the burgeoning growth of K-pop in its current state, many newer fans are unaware of many of the genres past classics. That’s why every week I will be taking a look back at some of K-pop’s most exciting and iconic tracks that were released before the conception of this blog to shed some light on this … Continue reading Retro Rewind: Mama – EXO
And so it has begun...... Undoubtedly the biggest group in the world, the release of BTS's newest album, aptly titled "7" is undoubtedly one of the years most anticipated musical moments. And with the pre-release of album track Black Swan, fans and listeners alike are given their first glimpse into the contents of this new … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: BLACK SWAN – BTS
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