Have you ever been watching a music video only to suddenly realize that you recognize some people in the background? Usually K-pop agencies use trainees as extras in their music videos, as either background characters or the object of a member’s affection. In the music videos below, we have the pleasure of seeing idols in other… Continue reading 25 K-Pop Stars You Didn’t Know Appeared in Other Groups’ Music Videos
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Recap: Seven Things We Loved About BEAST’s Manila Fanmeet
BEAST has been stopping in various cities across Asia for fanmeets, their latest one being Manila, Philippines and they totally riled up the crowd with fun, music and laughter. Hyunseung wasn’t around which was a real bummer but the boys did their best to make us feel better about it by being their usual funny selves.… Continue reading Recap: Seven Things We Loved About BEAST’s Manila Fanmeet
First Impressions: “Goodbye Mr. Black”
We’re off and running with another highly anticipated spring drama, “Goodbye Mr. Black”! Before I launch into my thoughts for the first two episodes, I should mention that I came into this drama with a fairly clean slate. I caught up with the teasers and pre-release information before watching, but I’m completely unfamiliar with the… Continue reading First Impressions: “Goodbye Mr. Black”
11 Stages in the Emotional Struggle of Waiting for New Drama Episodes
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again: there’s nothing like the joy of a good, long drama binge. I tend to watch dramas after they’ve finished their run, which means I can watch them at my own pace. Who doesn’t love curling up on the couch with a pile of snacks and a fluffy blanket… Continue reading 11 Stages in the Emotional Struggle of Waiting for New Drama Episodes
15 Awesome Covers of K-Pop Hits by K-Pop Idols
Before you can go on and perform your own songs, you have to be able to master singing already made songs, right? These idol singers do a fantastic job of covering other famous hits and adding their own flair to it. Making covers is a great way to demonstrate their range of skills and for… Continue reading 15 Awesome Covers of K-Pop Hits by K-Pop Idols
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – March Week 3
Mamamoo’s “You’re The Best” easily repeats as our No. 1 song this week. This song swept all the major music shows last week and was also strong on all our other chart sources, creating a big gap on scoring with other songs. Congratulations again to Mamamoo. TWICE’s “Like OOH-AHH” climbs back to No. 2 this… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2016 – March Week 3
The Hottest Rising Drama Actors of 2016
Each year I look forward to new dramas and the new crop of rising actors they produce. There are always those who shine more brightly, whom I personally refer to as my “IT Boys.” Some great examples include: Song Joong Ki in 2012, in the film “Werewolf Boy,” and Kim Soo Hyun in 2013, with… Continue reading The Hottest Rising Drama Actors of 2016
9 Times the “Descendants of the Sun” Bromance Was Best Bromance
Bromances have been everywhere in dramas, and to great success, with unlikely, playful friendships between two guys bringing so much fun to the viewer experience. But just when we thought we knew bromances, we get Yoo Si Jin (Song Joong Ki) and Seo Dae Young (Jin Goo) in “Descendants of the Sun,” bringing all the comic relief,… Continue reading 9 Times the “Descendants of the Sun” Bromance Was Best Bromance
10 Facts About “Bromance”’s Megan Lai That You Didn’t Know
Megan Lai is finally getting the love she deserves with her latest hit Taiwanese drama, “Bromance.” Here are ten interesting facts about the lovable Pi Ya Nuo that you probably did not know. 1. She is a singer and composes her own music. Her first album “Love” was released in 2004, soon after she began… Continue reading 10 Facts About “Bromance”’s Megan Lai That You Didn’t Know
The Ultimate Playlist of B.A.P’s Best B-Side Tracks
With their upcoming series of tours and concerts, our charming and talented boys from B.A.P really have it going. Hit after hit, their songs have been instant and certified chart toppers with their addictive and soulful melodies. B.A.P’s hit songs aren’t the only ones that can capture our hearts and ears; their b-side or unreleased tracks… Continue reading The Ultimate Playlist of B.A.P’s Best B-Side Tracks