SF9 have always struck me as the quintessential, generic boy group. Talented, yes, but without a defining style or concept that would make them memorable. Their singles tend to feel …
Read More »[Review] SF9 don’t do nearly “Enough” to set themselves apart
While it’s certainly not the only factor in making a successful idol group, I’ve always thought that a distinct sound and concept is important. As solid as SF9’s singles run …
Read More »Top 100 Korean Songs Of 2018: #80 – #71
Is it about now in the Top 100 Korean Songs Of 2018 rollout where the rage starts to build if you don’t see your faves included? —— Honorable Mentions#100 – …
Read More »[Review] SF9’s unconventional “Now Or Never” adds welcome wrinkle
Over the course of their young career, SF9 have tackled a number of concepts. This constant shift in sounds may make it difficult for casual listeners to get into their …
Read More »Deep Cuts: INFINITE, iKON, Chungha, SF9
Deep Cuts will just be a feature where the best Korean songs that don’t get promoted will be revealed. Simple enough, right? Right. Now if you want an idea of …
Read More »[Review] SF9 oddly change direction on fun but flawed “Mamma Mia”
Since their debut in 2016, SF9 have flirted with a variety of genres and sounds. With October’s “O Sole Mio“ they seemed poised for a breakout, exploring the kind of …
Read More »Top 100 Korean Songs Of 2017: #80 To #61
Asian Junkie‘s Top 100 Korean Songs Of 2017 continues to chug along. —— Honorable Mentions #100-#81 —— Any song released in Korea during 2017 is eligible to be included on …
Read More »Top 100 Korean Songs Of 2017: #100 To #81
The rankings for Asian Junkie‘s Top 100 Korean Songs Of 2017 start now, so I suppose the mess can truly begin. Laughing at myself for thinking this was an awesome …
Read More »SF9 do a cosplay dance version of “O Sole Mio”; say “I love you” in a bunch of languages
SF9 recently got together with Dingo Music, when they got a cosplay dance version of “O Sole Mio” dropped on them out of nowhere. In addition to liking their song, …
Read More »SF9’s “O Sole Mio” does justice to its Latin influences with engaging melody, strong production
SF9 only debuted a year ago and have already experimented with a number of styles. Switching things up again, their new single finds them trading hip-hop and EDM for Spanish …
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