K-Pop’s first generation is often referenced as the foundation for the industry we enjoy now, but there aren’t enough good English-language sources that give its music the focus it deserves. I’m hoping to change that with a continuing flashback series, spotlighting personal highlights from the… Read More »BACK TO K-POP’S FIRST GENERATION: Seo Taiji & Boys – Dreaming Of Bal-Hae
One song. Every day. Alphabetical order. Keep up with GFriend’s A-Z reviews here! My My My! (from Fallin’ Light – 2019) I love the glistening synth tones that open this track. They set expectations for a brisk verse that never materializes, but My My My!… Read More »K-Pop A-Z Review: GFriend – My My My!
We originally introduced you to Montreal crossover thrashers MUTANK back in 2017 (here) on the occasion of their second release, an EP titled W.H.A.T.S.T.H.A.T. Since then, things have been relatively quiet — as in very quiet — on the release front. The silence is set… Read More »Album Premiere: Thinking About Thrashing with Montreal’s MUTANK
Thrash/shred guitar virtuoso/J-Pop idol/TV presenter, Marty Friedman’s new memoir, Dreaming Japanese (co-written with Jon Wiederhorn) is set for release on December 3 via Permuted Press. It’s a nearly 400-page tome that covers the incredible arc of his unusual professional career, as well as plenty of… Read More »Book Review: Marty Friedman –Dreaming Japanese
Decibel is proud to present a new emanation from the Ordo Vampyr Orientis, known for mysterious acts such as Bat Magic, Bad Manor and Beastial Majesty. Today’s bloody devilry comes courtesy of Beneath Moonlight. “None Before God” comes from the group’s upcoming self-titled release, due out… Read More »Track Premiere: Beneath Moonlight – “None Before God”