For fans of second-generation idol acts like myself, it seems like all we hear these days is farewell/going-on-hiatus tracks. Most are wistful ballads or “please don’t forget me” dirges, so …
Read More »N.Flying’s “Rooftop” surges on the charts + their excellent mashup medley of K-pop songs
N.Flying released “Rooftop” back on January 2, their first as a quartet, and at the time the song did not chart in the top 1000 of Melon‘s daily chart. However …
Read More »[Review] “Cold” collab between Key & Hanhae for Station is mellow & moody for better or worse
SHINee’s Key is slated for his mandatory military enlistment soon, but before going on hiatus he’s teased a repackage of his excellent debut album. “Cold” is a prelude to that, …
Read More »[Review] “Want” doesn’t stray far from foundation, but Taemin makes the most of it
Nowadays, K-pop song descriptions often lead with genre classification. Track A is a “cheerful song of the tropical house genre,” or Track B is a “dance song based on elements …
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 »[Review] SHINee’s Onew makes a ballad compelling with focused & distinct “Blue”
The much-dreaded (but inevitable) SHINee hiatus begins next week when leader Onew will enlist to serve his mandatory military conscription. Before that, he’s gifted fans with his very first solo …
Read More »[Review] SHINee’s Key & Crush team up on a trendy & safe effort on “One Of Those Nights”
Now that Key has unleashed his first full-length album upon the world, the SHINee pentagram of solo releases is nearly complete. Leader Onew’s material is set for release next month, …
Read More »[Review] SHINee manage to elevate “Countless” and impressively come through with more quality in 2018
After the ambitious release of three promoted title tracks this spring, SHINee certainly don’t owe us any more material in 2018. Yet, here they are, returning to put a bow …
Read More »[Review] SHINee put perfect finishing touch on ‘The Story Of Light’ with “Our Page”
Ever since the announcement of SHINee’s sixth album promotions, many were wondering how the group would address the unavoidable — the tragic passing of founding member Jonghyun late last year. …
Read More »[Review] SHINee manage to breathe some life into a well-worn sound on “I Want You”
As SHINee move into the second part of their ‘Story Of Light‘ promotions, they’ve set a high bar for themselves. I’m still reeling from last month’s awesome “Good Evening“, which …
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