Category: Features

Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – June Week 2

Our chart has a different result than most of the Korean charts this week as AOA’s “Good Luck” moves up one spot to take No. 1. Despite having a lower score than last week and not picking up any wins from music shows last week, “Good Luck” was able to win on our chart due to… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – June Week 2

6 Talented Male K-Pop Groups That Are Hiding In The K-Pop World

Sadly there will always be more K-pop groups than we have the time to keep up with. But, in the masses of popular groups that everyone knows and loves, are there other groups that might have been missed? Below are just a few of the talented groups that also deserve a chance in the spotlight!… Continue reading 6 Talented Male K-Pop Groups That Are Hiding In The K-Pop World

5 Things That Make Mnet’s “BOYS24” Different Than “Produce 101”

Mnet is continuing their series of idol survival reality shows with “BOYS24,” the network’s sequel to “Produce 101.” Although the scale isn’t as large, with only 49 contestants vs. Produce 101’s staggering total of 101, the concept is similar. However, “BOYS24” does have a few key differences that make it much different than Produce 101, in terms… Continue reading 5 Things That Make Mnet’s “BOYS24” Different Than “Produce 101”

9 Instrument-Playing Idols Who Melt Our Hearts

K-pop idols can sing and dance like nobody’s business. They’ve spent training days, debut days, music show performances, and more showing us that they know how to evoke feels with their incredible high notes and fluid dancing. But they are more than that. Many of our favorite idols boast of instrumental talents as well. Let’s… Continue reading 9 Instrument-Playing Idols Who Melt Our Hearts

12 Dramas Where The Male Leads Were Jerks But We Fell For Them Anyway

There is a fairly large trend of rude or brusque male lead characters in dramas; and even though it might not be very logical to fall for a cold person who acts like a jerk, we usually end up falling for these rascals anyways. Maybe the term “jerk” is a little harsh for some of… Continue reading 12 Dramas Where The Male Leads Were Jerks But We Fell For Them Anyway

14 Male K-Pop Stars With Sexy Busan Accents

Even within the nation of South Korea, regional stereotypes are present. Out of the many regions of Korea, the Busan stereotype is one of the most well-known. Some general stereotypes include high consumption of seafood, due to the location of Busan, and having quick temperaments. Furthermore, men from Busan are seen as macho, assertive, brooding, and… Continue reading 14 Male K-Pop Stars With Sexy Busan Accents

6 Drama Couples We Wished Dated in Real Life

Pretty much for a huge chunk of my life, I’ve been watching dramas and one of my favorite highlights is the shipping of the OTPs (One True Pairings), aka the love lines. On top of a good plot, convincing acting, and great directing, a very crucial element of any drama is definitely the chemistry between… Continue reading 6 Drama Couples We Wished Dated in Real Life

10 Great K-Dramas That Originated As Manga Or Manhwa

Hopefully we will never run out of manga and manhwa stories to turn into amazing dramas! Many popular series — and dramas most people don’t even know about — have been based on these comics and they are always a treat for K-drama fans. To share the love for these living adaptations, here are 10 dramas based… Continue reading 10 Great K-Dramas That Originated As Manga Or Manhwa

6 Things We Miss About The Golden Era Of K-Pop

Ahh, the Golden Era of K-pop.  The exact years are debatable, but for most, it was from 2007-2010 (give or take). It was a time when the Hallyu Wave did not include the words “Gangnam Style,” and we all knew the choreo to Rain’s “Love Song.” Ready for a throwback? Here are the top seven… Continue reading 6 Things We Miss About The Golden Era Of K-Pop