Since I latched myself onto the BAND-MAID bandwagon back in 2016, they’ve failed to disappoint with a release yet, which is something I know because that’s what I’ve been writing …
Read More »[Review] Hyomin finds something to build on with safe but solid “U Um U Um”
Generally speaking, the solo work of T-ara members has reinforced the notion that they work best as a group with Shinsadong Tiger helming the production. As no matter how much …
Read More »[Review] Dreamcatcher continue providing comeback quality on fansongs with “Over The Sky”
Shockingly late on this since I was busy putting Dreamcatcher‘s last fansong “Full Moon” as the best of 2018, and I’m not sure what to say about Dreamcatcher releases at …
Read More »[Review] GFRIEND improve on excellent 2018 with bright “Sunrise” to start 2019
I’m aware that I’m late, but also this weekend was the first time I’ve slept over five hours in 2019, so … it is what it is. Anyway, GFRIEND are …
Read More »[Update] IU under fire for what’s been revealed as buying an office for her mom & helping junior musicians for free
According to a recent report, real estate that IU invested in has become profitable thanks to the coming development of GTX high-speed rail system in Korea. The article itself basically …
Read More »Tablo confirms what everybody knew about how awards shows operate + thoughts on awards meaning and stuff
As a part of an engaging interview Epik High did with Tamar Herman for Forbes, one interesting tidbit that somehow didn’t make the article was about how Tablo and the …
Read More »Deep Cuts: Red Velvet, Lovelyz, Gugudan, XXX
Hello and welcome to the last Deep Cuts of 2018. —— Red Velvet – “Butterflies” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWWiKJQkAy4 Red Velvet is a group that seems to consistently put out quality b-sides, and “Butterflies” …
Read More »Deep Cuts: Dreamcatcher, BoA, EXO, Zion.T
Here’s looking at you, Deep Cuts. —— Dreamcatcher – “Trap” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npbisfEGQ5Q While the rock influence is still there on “Trap“, like many of Dreamcatcher‘s b-sides on ‘Alone In The City‘, …
Read More »Deep Cuts: Fromis 9, KARD, Oh My Girl, WJSN, Sunmi
Oh my god, Deep Cuts is back again. Tell a friend. —— Fromis 9 – “22nd Century Girl” While Fromis 9 caught the attention of many with “Love Bomb“, “22nd Century …
Read More »Deep Cuts: N.Flying, Dreamcatcher, SHINee, MRSHLL
Deep Cuts is back again. You’re welcome. —— N.Flying – “Anyway” N.Flying has been a surprising revelation to me this year. Obviously the band aspect has appeal, but the way …
Read More »
Asian Junkie Asian pop. Without discretion.