What does it take to make a K-pop act press the reset button? Sometimes things aren’t working out as you’d like them to. Sometimes your image just needs a slight rejigging. Sometimes you have to deal with multiple departures or member changes and you need a new sound and look that will differentiate you in… Continue reading 4 K-Pop Acts Who Have Completely Reinvented Themselves
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Missing “Oh My Ghost”? Reminisce With a Delicious Porridge Recipe!
Of all the things “Oh My Ghost” did right in its sixteen episode run, ruthlessly teasing us with the occasional glimpse of tantalizing food was definitely one of them. From buckwheat pancakes to burnt rice pollack soup, from chilled overripe cucumber cream pasta to snowing steak, and from eggplant in tomato sauce to spinach Shrek… Continue reading Missing “Oh My Ghost”? Reminisce With a Delicious Porridge Recipe!
The Damaging Cultural Portrayals of the K-Drama Slap
Perhaps there is nothing more vicious than a hard smack across the cheek, delivered in front of a very public sea of onlookers. Which is precisely why it pains me to witness it, particularly in K-dramas where it’s used in such heavy rotation. Honestly, it makes Korea look bad. Now, K-dramas are not indicative of reality, of course,… Continue reading The Damaging Cultural Portrayals of the K-Drama Slap
9 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Girls’ Generation
Without a doubt, Girls’ Generation is one of the most influential K-pop groups of all times. After their debut in 2007, they rose to fame and were dubbed “The Nation’s Girl Group.” While you may know their popular songs and have seen them in a variety of programs and dramas, there are some facts that… Continue reading 9 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Girls’ Generation
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – August Week 4
There are two brand new songs squaring off for No. 1 this week, by the artists who bring back memories of their epic battle on this chart years ago. BIGBANG’s “Let’s Not Fall In Love” defeats Wonder Girls’ “I Feel You” for the top spot. Before we get into the details of these new songs,… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2015 – August Week 4
Top K-Drama Moments From the 2nd Week of August
There might not be a wide selection of K-dramas on this list, but we think these exciting moments more than make up for that. Let’s take a gander at the scenes that had us dying from their heart-fluttering romance and the gripping suspense! 1. “The Time We Were Not In Love”: Love to love you, baby… Continue reading Top K-Drama Moments From the 2nd Week of August
5 Unique Korean Mascaras for Flawless Eyelashes
Although there are a lot of steps in applying makeup, I would arguably say that the one thing that makes all the difference is mascara. With a finishing touch, mascara is often used to enhance your eyelashes by adding length and volume. Sometimes, however, the traditional mascara just isn’t enough to bring out the full beauty… Continue reading 5 Unique Korean Mascaras for Flawless Eyelashes
5 Facts You Might Not Know About Park Bo Young
Park Bo Young is no rookie to the drama scene. She’s been in the industry for nearly 10 years, but with her current drama, tvN‘s “Oh My Ghost,” being widely popular, viewers may just now be discovering how talented this young actress really is. Some of Park Bo Young’s most popular projects include “A Werewolf Boy” in… Continue reading 5 Facts You Might Not Know About Park Bo Young
Cute vs. Sexy: Which Image Best Suits These K-Pop Idols?
There seems to be no end of the many gorgeous guys out there in the K-pop world. With each new album or comeback, the artists tend to update their look in order to present a different concept. They might choose a sexy concept or even a classic, manly concept. Whether you’re a fan of the good boy image or… Continue reading Cute vs. Sexy: Which Image Best Suits These K-Pop Idols?
Youtubers Live: VIXX Concert With JREKML!
Welcome to Youtubers Live, where K-pop Youtubers transit from on-screen to off-screen to recap and relive some of the greatest shows put on by your favorite celebs! In this special first edition, JREKML – well known for their quirky personalities and music video reactions – visited Orlando, Florida to catch VIXX live in concert. Besides watching some of their favorite… Continue reading Youtubers Live: VIXX Concert With JREKML!