The Alt Weekly Roundup (11/25/24)
The Alternative Weekly Roundup is a column where our staff plugs a variety of new releases in a concise, streamlined […] The post The Alt Weekly Roundup (11/25/24) appeared first on The Alternative.
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Modest Mouse Live in NYC
In an effort to expand my music taste horizons, my stepmom and Dad would give me “homework” assignments. Anywhere from […] The post Modest Mouse Live in NYC appeared first on The Alternative.
My Top Performances of the 2024 MAMA Awards
So, I sat down and watched all three days of the MAMA Awards this year. Well… almost all three days (there was definitely some fast-forwarding). After a few years being pretty resigned to the ceremony, I was curious this year because so much of my… Read More »My Top Performances of the 2024 MAMA Awards
BACK TO K-POP’S FIRST GENERATION: Yoo Seung-jun (Steve Yoo) – WOW
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: Yoo Seung-jun (Steve Yoo) – WOW
K-Pop A-Z Review: GFriend – Memoria
One song. Every day. Alphabetical order. Keep up with GFriend’s A-Z reviews here! Memoria (from Fallin’ Light – 2018) Previous Thoughts: “This is not the high-octane dance pop many might have expected. It’s far more restrained, gradually developing its story rather than hitting listeners all… Read More »K-Pop A-Z Review: GFriend – Memoria