One huge difference between the K-pop and J-pop markets is the presence of rock music in idol culture. Obviously, there are rock groups in Korea that perform on weekly idol music shows, but the genre is far less present in the mainstream. Because of this,… Read More »Song Review: QWER – T.B.H
As is common these days, VVUP made a “pre-debut” last month with the inert Doo Doom Chit. Presumably, they’ve saved their strongest material for their actual debut and title track Locked On is definitely an improvement upon its predecessor. That probably won’t be enough to… Read More »Song Review: VVUP – Locked On
What to do with a solo Lucas single in 2024? I’ll let others rant about the moral implications of debuting him as a soloist. I’m very good about separating the artist from the art. As a rabid Michael Jackson fan, that’s become a necessity! As… Read More »Song Review: Lucas – Renegade
TXT’s comebacks have been divided between series of albums and special “minisodes” that offer brief breaks from the lore. This branding doesn’t really affect the music. There have been highlights from both formats. The group found especially solid footing in 2021 when their title tracks… Read More »Song Review: TXT – Deja Vu
Balmora/Since My Beloved-Split Balmora and Ephyra have been important in shaping this newer metalcore wave over the past couple of years. Their EP from last year was one of my favorites of last year. They have become a hardcore fest staple. Sam of Triple B… Read More »Step 2 Rhythm-March 2024