TIOT made their pre-debut late last summer with a cover of Click-B’s Unbeatable. That was a great teaser, and now the group has returned with a new member and an official debut song. Rock Thang promises more distorted guitar and bad boy energy, but falls… Read More »Song Review: TIOT – Rock Thang
Now that the expansion of the NCT project has ended and its first member has enlisted in the military, I predict we’ll see more solo work from the guys. This has been a long time coming. There’s a wealth of talent under the sprawling NCT… Read More »Song Review: Doyoung (NCT) – Little Light
It took some time, but EPEX have finally found a sound that suits them. I’ve become more enamored with their newest title track Youth2Youth by the day, and follow-up Breathe In Love doubles down on its emotive, rock-infused style. Both songs have a satisfying arc,… Read More »Song Review: EPEX – Breathe In Love
In connection with my desire to fully keep up with the J-pop industry, I’m planning to do a weekly round-up of any new releases that have caught my ear. Some of these may have been covered on the blog already, but my hope is that… Read More »New & Noteworthy J-pop of the Week (April 21, 2024)
Real Estate have been a staple in the indie-rock cannon for years, and they have proven time and time again why they continue to be one of the best bands making this kind of music. Since their debut in 2009, the band has consistently been… Read More »Photography: Real Estate and Marina Allen