Author: Denise Coley
International phenomenon and China’s top pop idol LAY (Lay Zhang) releases his new single Bee With You today by Zhang Yixing Studio on all streaming platforms. LAY personally took part in writing the lyrics and composition hoping to convey his emotions and feelings to his fans. The hit-maker is known for integrating familiar Chinese instruments and cultural metaphors with the soul of “Western music” plus top-notch modern production techniques, mixing English and Mandarin. LISTEN TO “BEE WITH YOU” BY LAY VISUALIZER TO “BEE WITH YOU” BY LAY The single instantly grabs your attention with opening dynamic instrumentals…
Known to many for their hit, “Teardrop,” SF9 is back with an amazing mini album. This is full of their classic EDM but also mixes in some R&B and calming ballads. Trauma: 8/10 SF9 opens this album strong! “Trauma” has a great beat, deep lyrics, and a showcase of each member’s vocals/rap. This song has EDM as well as R&B vibes, and focuses on a love that is struggling to stay alive. Check out the lyrics to the first verse: Love, once hot, shatters Cold as ice Pushing me away Tangled like spiderwebs Our connection reaches the end,…
Rollers are the newest beauty and accessory trend overwhelming the South Korean peninsula and is increasingly creeping its way through the global fashion fabric. Fundamentally, these plastic cylinders are just but hair tools meant to bring out hair curls of diverse sizes and volume depending on the usage. Creating curls especially for one’s hanging bangs is quiet understandable given that the hair can be discomforting when it blows allover on one’s face all day. Curling the bangs is also associated with complementing one’s overall facial outlook by giving a flattering head shape overloaded with cuteness. PRISTIN’s Zhou Jieqiong…
Powerful vocal Korean soloist, Lee Michelle has returned with what some are calling a “Groovy R&B” sound with her digital single, “Lost In You,” released in the U.S. and worldwide on December 2, 2021. Streaming now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes at this posting with many other music platforms coming onboard within days. Do not forget Lee Michelle’s heart felt album, “Day By Day” released in 2020, can also be heard on Spotify and other platforms. #LeeMichelle #KoreanSingerLeeMichelle #LostInYou #DayByDay #pop #kpop #krandb #kindie #digitalsingle #newrelease #LeeMichellenewrelease #spotify #applemusic #itunes #koreanartist #koreansinger #koreanidol #LeeMichelleWithoutYou
The rapping genre has increasingly gained root in the Korean entertainment industry. The rather male dominated facet has since seen a boom in female rappers who are a highly talented; and to some degree better than their male counterparts. The likes of Jessie, CL and Lisa have been inspired by and are now inspiring a wave of new rappers who work their way to fame and exposure by starting as underground rapping artists. The “underground” expression does not mean they are less skilled as some, if given the same exposure as other famous idols, would be highly rated rappers.…
WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO FOR “NATURAL” LISTEN TO THE FULL EP “NATURAL” We’ve got something to celebrate! South Korean singer and songwriter GSoul released his English EP today on all digital streaming platforms via Warner Music Korea. Following a brief hiatus, the soulful singer is showcasing his personal growth in his artistry. The music video for “Natural” opens with GSoul standing in between two rock formations followed by a sequence of various shots of nature. Throughout the music video, certain lyrics of the song are visualized and his feelings are conveyed by its respective nature shots. GSoul’s presence…
BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE is a seven-member Japanese male J-pop group formed by LDH, and signed to rhythm zone of Avex Group. The name “BALLISTIK BOYZ” comes from the fact that the members’ vocals and rap continuously change depending on the song and their image, which resembles a bolt of lightning. The group was formed in a collaboration of HIRO and DOBERMAN INFINITY during VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION 5. debuted with their first album, BALLISTIK BOYZ, on May 22, 2019. We would like to thank the members of BALLISTIK BOYZ and their management for this interview, and wish them…
Squid Game is a melodramatic series; with a sense of satire, that has taken Netflix by storm putting South Korea on the map. The “grueling” horrific and dramatic series revolves around individuals in a battle royale with a bid to win the grand prize and most importantly, remain alive. The 456 players; who have failed in life owing to various circumstances, are given a chance to redeem themselves through a survival game; where they stand to win a life-changing amount of money. To their surprise, the game turns out to be a bloodbath with losing in any of the…
BTS has been nominated again for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for its Billboard No.1 hit “Butter”, according to the Recording Academy. “Butter” has been nominated for 2022 Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, marking BTS’s second nomination in the same category as last year, for “Dynamite.” The Grammy nomination comes practically right after BTS took home three awards at the 2021 American Music Awards held on Sunday for Artist of the Year, Favorite Pop Duo or Group and Favorite Pop Song for “Butter.” BTS broke another record by being the first Asian artist to ever…
TWICE is no stranger to big pop hits and this album has plenty. Some songs give a vintage 80s vibe, and others stay true to the modern TWICE sound. Let’s dive into the best and worst. SCIENTIST: 7/10 “SCIENTIST” is a soft opening to this album and provides a smooth introduction. With a steady beat, classic TWICE vibes, and a catchy tune, this is bound to get stuck in my head. I love the simple chorus line: “Love ain’t a science, don’t need no license.” This song reminds me of a track that would end up on a…
Seven-member dance and vocal group BE:FIRST formed on the hit Japanese TV audition show ‘THE FIRST’. Now, their November 3 debut single ‘Gifted.’ has crashed into the Hot Trending Songs chart on Billboard US, taking the No.2 spot in the 24-hour chart on November 15, and No.5 in the seven days to November 15. Launched on October 22, Billboard’s new Hot Trending Songs chart is powered by Twitter and sponsored by Remy Martin. The chart tracks global music trends and conversations on Twitter in real time, with rankings for the last 24 hours and the last seven…
Ginger Root is an American indie-soul music project from Huntington Beach, California, led by singer-songwriter and instrumentalist Cameron Lew. In the studio, Ginger Root consists solely of Lew and its music is released under the label Acrophase Records. We’d like to express our thanks to Cameron Lew for taking his time out for an interview with us, and wish him the best in all his ventures. Could you briefly introduce yourself to our readers? Hello! My name is Cameron Lew, from Southern California, and I make music under the name “Ginger Root”. How did you choose your…
LOS ANGELES and TOKYO, November 15, 2021 — Shinichi Osawa, a world-renowned musician, composer, and producer best known under his stage name Mondo Grosso, and KLKTN, a curated platform connecting artists with fans, today unveiled “SMPLR,” an NFT audio stem player. The project is part of a series of collectible artworks combining music and visual art. The digital collectibles serve as a companion to the newly-released album “Mondo Grosso Official Best,” and are available for purchase at KLKTN.com. The “SMPLR” NFT audio stem player was developed by KLKTN’s engineers as an interactive experience, which is reminiscent of the sample-based…
Korean clothing and general fashion statement have caught the attention of almost everyone all over the world. Today, with its very own annual Seoul Fashion Week, Korea has now aligned itself with major fashion cities like Milan and Paris. It has now grown into a prominent industry in the fashion market after 40 years of existence. The Korean fashion scene has witnessed significant growth and increasing popularity thanks to the trending wave that is currently sweeping the globe, with K-Pop musicians and K-Drama actors and actresses being on the frontline. This popularity has resulted in style imitation, and many…
Since forming as a band in 1991 and later becoming a solo project for Shinichi Osawa, MONDO GROSSO has been a fixture of the music scene in not only Japan but around the world, effortlessly fusing genres such as acid jazz, R&B, Latin, 2-step, house and pop. A new hits collection, ‘MONDO GROSSO OFFICAL BEST’, was released on November 3, compiled by Osawa himself to showcase the trajectory of MONDO GROSSO’s unique sound. Download and streaming links: https://asab.lnk.to/mgofficialbest2021digi Trailer: https://youtu.be/GZiUHVh2Zgo Comment from Shinichi Osawa “Rather than just a collection of old songs, please consider this a new kind…
The legendary B.A.P boy band first appeared in the entertainment scene in 2011 during its pre-debut period. During this phase, the band was quite active with members being consecutively introduced, others releasing hit tracks, while others appeared in television programs. These engagements amplified the fan’s anticipation for the official debut of B.A.P, which had an immense reception during its occurrence in January 2012. Although the band dissolved in early 2019, its eminence and respect as a groundbreaking band within the K-Pop industry is still a real deal in today’s Korean entertainment arena. Below is a life highlight of B.A.P…
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Dreamcatcher turned the night of October 30th into their own spooky celebrations party with jaw-dropping performances backed by a live band and XR stages that captivated audiences through their fourth online concert HALLOWEEN MIDNIGHT CIRCUS: DREAMCATCHER ONLINE CONCERT 2021. Flawlessly synced choreography and powerful steady vocals were just the foundation for the night, a given for the girls who have risen above just performing and are show masters in their own right. With over 10,000 tickets sold for their online concert, Dreamcatcher were ready to perform and exceed all expectations for a full live online audience from all over the…
CL has a long history in the Korean music industry. Part of former girl group 2NE1 and now a solo artist, CL is here to prove why she is a force to be reckoned with. Her debut solo album, “ALPHA,” does just that. From her classic sound to some surprising melodic choices, her vocals and trademark rap are on full display. SPICY: 7/10 “Do you have that sauce that is spicy? Made in Korea?” Um, yes she does! CL is back with an incredible album opener. With her gritty swag, CL reminds us why she is such a…