The anime Yumeiro Patissiere was popular in many places back around 2009-11 and Korea was no exception. Back then in 2010 IU was chosen to sing the Korean version of …
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Getty Images While Korean entertainment headlines have recently treaded towards ‘stuff that feels like a pitch bot’ territory, not much has beat actor Gong Yoo having his company SOOP issue …
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Following the release of the music video for “TIKI TAKA”, I was satisfied that T-ara had returned with something fun, but I lamented that it was chosen over “ALL KILL”. …
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Mamamoo’s success has provided an equally successful launching pad for its members’ solo careers, with Hwasa being the biggest beneficiary. In addition to her solo music, she’s a regular on …
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The downside of me liking a release is I’ll review it on my own time, even if it’s a month later. The upside is that … well, you get a …
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Back in April, bullying allegations emerged against A Pink’s Chorong and her company announced they would be taking legal action against the accuser. Since then not much has emerged, but …
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f(x) member (technically, I guess) Luna will be making her debut on Broadway as a part of the ‘KPOP, The Musical’ cast, presumably to play the lead, according to a …
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“Rock With You” was a comeback title that immediately grabbed my attention, not just for the promise of a rock edge from SEVENTEEN but also because it shares the same …
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After the conclusion of Girls Planet 999 (read Hojo’s excellent recap series on it), Kep1er is quickly ramping up for their debut, and for whatever reason they choose to give …
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September was a good, good month for b-sides. A couple of my choices for this playlist have become some of my favourite songs ever from the groups mentioned — even …
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Asian Junkie Asian pop. Without discretion.