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In this edition of K-Variety Taster, we want to recommend another show that is cozy, fun, and filled with memorable moments. Let’s talk about ‘Jae Seok’s B&B Rules‘. As the name suggests, the show centers around the legendary entertainer Yoo Jae Seok, who takes on a brand-new challenge by becoming the host of a bed and breakfast for the first time. To accompany him on this adventure, he recruits a…
For today’s Throwback, we’re going back to 2007 to relive a gem from the second generation of K-pop and revisit the music of total icons. Let’s talk about KARA’s ‘Break It‘. Right from the start, this single screams early-2000s R&B, with its smooth sound, edgy atmosphere, and sharp beat arrangement. KARA delivered an epic listen that has become a true gem of the K-pop scene, and we would…
Prepare to get your world rocked as the band Silica Gel released their new album ‘Ballad of You’ today. The album is built around Osamu Tezuka’s manga ‘Phoenix‘, along with the concept ‘spiral molting’, which is a term they made up to describe reincarnation rather as a forward movement than repetition. The album contains a solid twelve tracks and starts with ‘Dr.BOB’. This is a very cool opener as…
For today’s Ode To The Artist I wanted to highlight MJ. You might know him from his participation in the boygroup ASTRO, but for this feature I wanted to share his solo work. So let’s take a closer look! MJ had his first solo release with the single album ‘Happy Virus’. In 2024 he released the solo track ‘Why so pretty?’ Last year he released the single ‘Clock’. His most recent comeback is from…
K-pop legends BIGBANG are back with the single ‘BiiiG‘ to celebrate their 20th anniversary, delivering a track that perfectly reminds us why they have achieved the legendary status they hold today. This track goes off from the very beginning, showcasing exactly what BIGBANG are made of with their unique sound, slick sectioning, and the alternative flair their music has always been known for. Once…
OURBIRTHDAY are finally making their official debut with their self-titled EP, ‘Our Birthday‘. A couple of weeks ago, they kicked off the hype with their pre-release singles ‘HUNGRY (Side A)’ and ‘HUNGRY (Side B)’, setting the stage for the debut of JYP Entertainment’s newest girl group. This rookie group consists of Cho Hyejin, Kuk Chorok, Shin Hyewon, U, Baby, Achiraya, and Kilala. Let’s dive…
We’re back with our latest music video recommendation and this time we’re taking a look at ‘hyang’ by wave to earth. The album ‘bad pieces’ was released at the beginning of this month and has been in steady rotation. ‘hyang’ is a beautiful track that feels dreamy and a little sad. I love how they chose their music video to complement that feeling. The black-and-white color scheme and the long…
In this edition of our review, we are talking about a recent movie that not only features an impressive cast but also delivers a hilarious storyline without going overboard with the comedy. Let’s dive into ‘Husbands in Action’. Co-written by Park Gyu-tae and Kim Jong-hyun, and directed by Park Hyu-tae, ‘Husbands in Action’ follows a narcotics detective and a veterinarian who find themselves caught…
NouerA (누에라) is a 7-member group formed by Nouer Entertainment. They were formed through the competition show MAKEMATE1 and debuted on February 6, 2025, with their mini album ‘Chapter: New is Now’. Name of the group: NouerA (누에라)Agency: Nouer EntertainmentDebut Date: February 6, 2025Fandom Name: NovADebut Song: ‘N.I.N (New is Now)’Sub-Units: n/aSocial Profiles: X / Instagram / YouTube / Spotify /…
We’re back with a new Label Deep Dive and this time we’re taking a look at the artists under DSP Media. DSP Media (DSP 미디어) is a South Korean entertainment label that came onto the scene in 1991. It was founded by Lee Ho-yeon. The company acts as record label, talent agency, event management and more. In 2022 it was acquired by RBW. On their website they write: “DSP MEDIA aims to become a…
We’re back with the latest K-indie chart and this time we’re taking a look at the bestselling artists of July. Let’s jump right in! Choi Yu Ree immediately jumped to the top spot with her July release ‘Stay: Two’. This is a wonderful mini-album with real and soft emotions. Personal highlights are the opener ‘Higher’ for its piano, ‘It’s all Relative’ for the fantastic drum addition and the playful…
