For those who don’t know, trot is a distinctly Korean musical style with its own unique sound. While it tends to be a style that’s most popular among the older generations in South Korea, lots of our favorite K-pop idols have revealed themselves to be huge fans of the genre. It’s certainly a departure from… Continue reading 11 K-Pop Stars Whose Skills Show They Could’ve Had Careers Singing Trot
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4 Things We Loved & 1 Thing We Hated About The Premiere Of “Flower Of Evil”
The highly anticipated crime thriller “Flower of Evil” has finally premiered and, wow, did it deliver on its promise of intrigue and suspense! This drama has all the great makings of a crime drama mixed with the theatrical angst of melodramas. Even better, it stars both Lee Joon Gi and Moon Chae Won who won fans over… Continue reading 4 Things We Loved & 1 Thing We Hated About The Premiere Of “Flower Of Evil”
BLACKPINK Maintains Lead With “How You Like That”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2020, August Week 1
The top three songs remain the same as last week. BLACKPINK’s “How You Like That” is No. 1 for the fourth consecutive with a near perfect score again. The song has also accumulated 13 music show wins so far. Congratulations again to BLACKPINK! At No. 2 for the fourth week in a row is Hwasa’s “Maria,”… Continue reading BLACKPINK Maintains Lead With “How You Like That”; Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2020, August Week 1
QUIZ: Which Recent Female K-Pop Hit Should Be Your Anthem?
Can you believe how many epic releases by female K-pop artists there have been recently? From our favorite girl groups to new subunits to amazing solo content, the ladies of K-pop have been crushing it these days and slaying our summer. Are there so many girl crush hits that you can’t choose a fave? Do you want… Continue reading QUIZ: Which Recent Female K-Pop Hit Should Be Your Anthem?
K-Pop Idols Who Re-Debuted Under New Groups
Debuting is a big deal for trainees who spend their teenage years working hard to get to that moment of being revealed to the K-pop scene and shine as a rookie group. Yet, some of them find themselves debuting once again under different groups for many reasons. Here are some idols who redebuted with new groups… Continue reading K-Pop Idols Who Re-Debuted Under New Groups
August Comebacks And Debuts You Need To Get Ready For
There’s so much new K-pop coming up in August! Prepare for all the comebacks, debuts, and more releases by checking out what’s in store below. August 2 Hong Eun Ki releases his new digital single “Flower” on August 2. August 3 Kang Daniel returns on August 3 with the mini album “Magenta” and title track… Continue reading August Comebacks And Debuts You Need To Get Ready For
5 C-Dramas From 2020 To Add To Your Summer Binge Watch List
Summer is here, and that means we’re enjoying the beautiful sunshine and eating tons of yummy ice cream. If you’re like me, you enjoy staying inside with the AC on blast and watching the latest dramas. With the whole ongoing pandemic, I’ve naturally had more time to watch many of the latest C-dramas that have… Continue reading 5 C-Dramas From 2020 To Add To Your Summer Binge Watch List
Into The “I-LAND”: A Review Of What Went Down In Episodes 4 & 5
In these past two weeks of “I-LAND”, we finally receive confirmation that there is indeed a part one and part two to the show, and the “12” they constantly mention is only the number of trainees that will make it in to part two. So, just who are the 12 I-Landers that successfully finish part one?… Continue reading Into The “I-LAND”: A Review Of What Went Down In Episodes 4 & 5
13 Jazzy, Soulful K-Pop Covers For A Chill, Relaxed Evening
While it’s always exciting when an artist releases a new original song, sometimes hearing a singer’s rendition of someone else’s hit track is just as great. Lately, I’ve found myself especially enjoying covers that add a jazzy twist while injecting a healthy dose of soulfulness throughout. Such covers not only give a delectable new flavor to… Continue reading 13 Jazzy, Soulful K-Pop Covers For A Chill, Relaxed Evening
14 Lead K-Drama Actors Who Look Hella Good In Uniform
Ah, the wonderful blessing of being able to see our favorite actors in uniform. That put-together, crisp look is something we can never get enough of, which is why this feature is so necessary and worth the look through. Here’s a look at just 14 of the many K-drama actors who look hella good in… Continue reading 14 Lead K-Drama Actors Who Look Hella Good In Uniform