If you’re in need of a crusty anthem to get you through the awkward holidays, look no further than Gasmiasma‘s “At War With Punk,” the title track of their forthcoming record, out December 17 via 783label. Check it out below. Made up of current or… Read More »Video Premiere: Gasmiasma – “At War With Punk”
For those familiar with Internet slang, “touching grass” has become a popular term to signal the (often critical) need for someone to get outside and detach themselves from the anxieties of constant social media and electronic devices. As humorous as it sounds, “touching grass” is… Read More »You Need to Touch Grass: 3 Mental Health Benefits of Being in Nature
A K-pop act’s title track isn’t always the best song on their album, even if it’s the one most people will hear. Sometimes, b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them… Read More »Buried Treasure: TWS – Comma,
After taking a look at K-pop’s biggest agencies, I’d like to turn my attention to the smaller (but still important) players in the K-pop game, three at a time. Disclaimer: As with my write-ups on K-Pop’s biggest agencies, this is written from an outsider’s perspective.… Read More »Grading the K-Pop Agencies 2024: FNC / IST / KQ
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: O-24 – Blind Faith