Greetings, Decibel readers! Hope you enjoyed the fourth of July holiday as I did — partying with friends and eating unwise quantities of unhealthy food. Because America. But now, back to business. Because metal. — Cranial Disorder – Congenital Depravity Insanely brutal death metal from… Read More »Five For Friday: July 12, 2024
Though JYP Entertainment has been active in Japan for many years, girl group NiziU was an early experiment in “J-pop group produced by Korean agency.” With companies like HYBE, SM and Lapone following suit, this strategy has become more common as time has gone on.… Read More »Song Review: NiziU – Rise Up
We hear more Mamamoo solo releases than group comebacks these days, which isn’t surprising given their standing as a veteran idol act. These solo tracks tend to be quite varied — both in sound and execution. Moonbyul impressed earlier this year by swerving in new… Read More »Song Review: Wheein (Mamamoo) – Coco Water
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ENHYPEN’s music has evolved over time, moving from darker, concept-heavy fare to softer earworms that embrace global pop trends. Last year turned up up the funk with Bite Me and (especially) Sweet Venom, but new single XO (Only If You Say Yes) smooths the groove… Read More »Song Review: ENHYPEN – XO (Only If You Say Yes)