IU‘s “Twenty-Three” was a joy to watch and listen to, if not for the song itself, than just for the message it sent. Musically speaking, “Twenty-Three” started rather slow, but …
Read More »[Review] Twice’s “Ooh-Ahh” starts off fantastically, ends up nice
After one reality show and some pretty good teasers and hype, JYP Entertainment’s latest venture, TWICE, has debuted with its music video for “Ooh-Ahh.” While it is not shocking to …
Read More »Twice bring the visuals and make it impossible not to smile with “Ooh-Ahh”
Twice have made their debut after much hype (by me) with “Ooh-Ahh“, and though I was probably gonna like this anyway due to the visuals, whether the song would ultimately …
Read More »[Review] Red Velvet’s “Dumb Dumb” is obnoxiously good good
Red Velvet is a group that I’ve somehow avoided writing about until now. Thanks to “Dumb Dumb,” I’m fairly certain that’s going to change as Red Velvet’s latest comeback showcases …
Read More »Indie Focus: Lucite Tokki’s ‘Love Letters’ is a short and sweet EP
When I feel like I need a “pick-me-up” sort of song, I always turn to Lucite Tokki to help. The duo’s songs are upbeat, catchy, and makes you feel good. …
Read More »[Review] SNSD’s “You Think” is ruthless perfection
Whether it was their intention or not, SNSD saved their best summer music video for last. After starting things off with the wet paper bag that is “Party”, and then …
Read More »[Review] HyunA’s “Because I’m The Best” definitely is not the best
While HyunA solo releases are always welcomed for the gleeful way in which she flaunts sexiness and angers netizens with every single precise shake of her hips, there is not …
Read More »[Review] SNSD’s “Lion Heart” gets it mostly right
SNSD are in the middle of a fairly busy summer. Promising three music videos over the course of two months, the first, “Party,” was fairly underwhelming. The second, “Lion Heart,” …
Read More »Indie Focus: Genius Nochang’s tour-de-force album, ‘MY NEW INSTAGRAM’
Genius Nochang is great for Korean hip-hop because he pushes buttons. His lyrics are polarizing, his music is brash, and his rapping and singing style is unkempt. He doesn’t hold …
Read More »[Review] Wonder Girls’ “I Feel You” is the best thing since the invention of things
After a July that was packed full of releases from some of the biggest names in K-pop, the Wonder Girls have returned after a long hiatus to blow everyone and …
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