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Well, I’m happy that Red Velvet Wendy is back after her terrifying injury that quite frankly deserves further consequences than have been handed out to date. As far as “Like …
Read More »Deep Reviews: Red Velvet Wendy is back with “Like Water”
[Review] SEVENTEEN Hoshi’s sophisticated “Spider” sets up his solo future well
Given their vast array of members and talents, I’m surprised we haven’t seen many solo projects from SEVENTEEN. The group is approaching its sixth debut anniversary, which seems like the …
Read More »Indie Focus: Susan showcases versatility on standout ‘Eros’ album
Susan’s 2021 EP, ‘EROS‘, explores five different kinds of love, one in each track — and, perhaps intentionally, she manages to traverse and incorporate nearly as many genres’ elements in …
Read More »[Review] BTS’s “Film Out” is a sentimental, meandering ballad
Taking BTS’s success out of the equation, it’s fascinating to trace how much their music has changed since their 2013 debut. As happens with many world-conquering pop groups, their sound …
Read More »Deep Reviews: Park Bom returns with “Do Re Mi Fa Sol”, which is fine
Glad Park Bom is back (with Changmo in tow), though I assume if you’re reading this you know how I feel about most coffee-house efforts, and “Do Re Mi Fa …
Read More »[Review] WJSN’s key is “Unnatural” but the nu-disco transition shows promise
It feels like ages since WJSN made a comeback. I’ve missed their music, and consider them one of this generation’s most consistently great girl groups. Apart from a few notable …
Read More »VERIVERY get their Relay Dance Again on to SHINee classic “View”
Because it’s so easy, I’ll continue to use M2‘s Relay Dance Again feature as a vehicle to take people on a trip down memory lane a bit, and this one …
Read More »Deep Reviews: EXO Baekhyun does what he can with repetitive “Bambi”
The familiar groove of “Bambi” is actually rather nice, and EXO member Baekhyun does a solid job of selling the mood. However, the production doesn’t do him any favors, as …
Read More »[Review] WINNER Seungyoon’s “IYAH” has a timeless sound that lacks a bit of bite
Even before the formation of WINNER, I longed for a Seungyoon album. His early solo songs — “Wild & Young,” “Stealer,” “It Rains” — hinted at a gutsy rocker, and …
Read More »NTX’s Jiseong looks like he knows these teasers for their “Kiss The World” debut are gonna haunt him
NTX is a 10-member group that’s about to debut tomorrow. For their teaser pictures, they’ve done themed world costumes and … well, I’m sure you can see where this is …
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