After last week’s pre-release, iKON’s DK is back with the title track from first solo album. Groovin vaults him out from the murky mire of LTNS and deposits him in the club. The song’s minimalist sound is surprisingly effective. It’s more of a “vibe” track… Read More »Song Review: DK (iKON) – Groovin
Woollim Entertainment has dropped the ball when it comes to Golden Child solos and sub-units. The potential for fun mash-ups and interesting musical diversions feels endless, but the agency has a hard enough time even managing regular group comebacks. So instead of exploring new avenues… Read More »Song Review: Hong Joochan (Golden Child) – How Are You
For as popular as Cha Eunwoo is, I’m surprised it’s taken so long for him to make his solo debut as a singer. I guess with so many acting and promotional jobs coming in, he probably doesn’t have much free time on his hands! Despite… Read More »Song Review: Cha Eunwoo (Astro) – Stay
Across three releases, Aimers have shown plenty of potential but haven’t quite caught my ear. The teasers for new single Somebody hinted a potentially spectacular showcase, and against my better judgement I set expectations far too high. As such, the full song’s fragmented approach leaves… Read More »Song Review: Aimers – Somebody
Boy group n.SSign debuted last summer with a ton of success and even more potential, but it was undercut by weird song choices. Their title track proved to be rather inscrutable — especially where debuts are concerned. I much preferred their gorgeous pre-release Higher and… Read More »Song Review: n.SSign – Happy &