It’s pretty gutsy to debut a sub-unit before your group has even released their first comeback, but LUN8wave have burst on the scene five months after LUN8 made their June debut. Playground sees five of its members returning with a sound that could have been… Read More »Song Review: LUN8wave – Playground
MCND have had a mixed bag of title tracks so far, but their bright energy often carries the day. New single Odd-Venture follows June’s Pop Star, but feels more in line with their 2022 album. It’s not as unhinged or catchy as their best material,… Read More »Song Review: MCND – Odd-Venture
Astro has suffered a tragic year with the untimely death of member Moonbin. But even before that, the future of the group seemed uncertain as Rocky ventured out on his own back in February. I feel for the guys in so many ways, and hope… Read More »Song Review: Rocky (ex-Astro) – Lucky Rocky
Dreamcatcher have become known as one of the most reliably solid girl groups of their generation, sticking with their rock influences through thick and thin. And although I often state my wish for them to incorporate more electronic sounds into their title tracks (their EDM… Read More »Song Review: Dreamcatcher – OOTD
It’s time to storm the castle and bang your head. Comrades from the North American power doom scene have united on a four-band split of heavy metal sorcery. Mourn the Light, High Priest, Ice Howl, and Archduid have joined forces to showcase 11 sharp-edged new songs.… Read More »Album Premiere: Mourn the Light / Ice Howl / High Priest / Archdruid