The Alt Weekly Roundup (10/6/25)
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SEGA X International Olympic Committee Multi-Year Licensing Agreement Revealed
SEGA is partnering with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the guardian of the Olympic Games and the leader of the Olympic Movement, for a multi-year agreement that honors the legacies of both Sonic the Hedgehog and the Olympic brand. We’re going for the gold. We’re… Read More »SEGA X International Olympic Committee Multi-Year Licensing Agreement Revealed
Song Review: QWER – Blue Whale
After breaking into the big leagues last year, QWER have been a reliable fixture on the Korean charts. Korea loves a rock band with a quirky, indie sound and QWER fill a void. As far as chart success is concerned, they feel like the female… Read More »Song Review: QWER – Blue Whale
Song Review: HITGS – Happy
After a slew of singles, newcomers HITGS are finally releasing their first mini album. The Chuseok holiday is a very odd time to do so, but they’re out with new title track Happy today. So far, their music has been pitched to a young audience,… Read More »Song Review: HITGS – Happy
Song Review: Taeyong (NCT) – 501
Over the years, K-pop agencies have found ways to keep content coming even as male idols serve their mandatory military enlistment. NCT’s Taeyong won’t be discharged until later this year, but he pre-recorded a video for “new” track 501 and surprise-released it for fans eagerly… Read More »Song Review: Taeyong (NCT) – 501