Well, what a pleasant surprise this is. When considering 2022's most underwhelming comebacks, Treasure's Jikjin is right up there. It's awful chorus acted as a smear to the tracks strong guitar assisted verses which pointed towards an exciting new direction for the group. And the general public reflected a similar sentiment, launching the laid back, … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Treasure – Darari (remix)
For everyone who has been involved in the world of K-pop for a substantial amount of time, few names radiate as much weight and power as BIGBANG. A larger than life group that during their dominant 11 year run between 2006 - 2017, existed on a completely different plane of existence to most. In between … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: BIGBANG – Still Life
YG Entertainment are a company that have always puzzled me. I somewhat understand the "Quality over quantity" approach that they claim to have but while it was somthing that I could agree with back in the early to mid 2010's with Big Bang and 2NE1 releasing absolute bangers, their recent efforts have made me seriously … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Treasure – JIKJIN
Despite my personal qualms with Blackpink's music, I've always found the girls to be more appealing as four distinct personalities than as a group. This is something that lends very well to solo ventures and much like how member Jennie debuted back in late 2018 with, Rosé has graced us with her own solo venture … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: On The Ground – Rosé (BLACKPINK)
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)
Despite Treasure's I Love You breaking into the top 50 of my favourite Kpop songs of the year, I still consider the buoyant pre-debut track Going Crazy to be the their strongest effort yet. So when I heard that the group were returning with a more bright and upbeat sound, I was more than thrilled. … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: My Treasure – Treasure
4 years after their debut, fans have finally been treated to Blackpink's first full length album. It's been a long time coming and given the groups rather infrequent release schedule, is a minor miracle. Unfortunately, while many were brimming with excitement, I came into Lovesick Girls and "The Album" feeling rather indifferent. Pre-release singles How … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Lovesick Girls – Blackpink
Despite having some of the best pre-debut material i've ever seen, Treasure's eventual debut ended up falling kind of flat for me. It was solid but felt way too much like a rehash of the current sound that YG seem to be obsessed with. That's why despite the very promising teasers, I remained wary of … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: I Love You – TREASURE
I had literally no expectations coming into this pre-release but it still managed to underwhelm me. As many could tell by reading my scathing review of their last comeback, I’m not the biggest fan of Blackpink. Their early material was pretty strong but ever since 2018’s megahit Ddu Du Ddu Du, I’ve felt a very obvious … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: Ice Cream (with Selena Gomez) – Blackpink
After almost two years, TREASURE are finally here! In standard YG fashion, the boys have been pulled out of the dungeon to debut with a grand total of...... 2 tracks! It's the kind of release formula the company have always favoured and one that I for the life of me can't understand. But January's Going … Continue reading SONG REVIEW: BOY – TREASURE
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