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[Music Review] TWICE’s ‘STRATEGY’
MUSIC REVIEWS
MUSIC REVIEWS
The nine-member girl group is back with a vibrancy and mature attitude that will make you think TWICE.
Stray Kids released their second full-length Japanese album, Giant, on Wednesday 13 November. It conveys the members’ inner strengths whilst showcasing their individual and dynamic voices.
‘With this album, we aimed to show both what we’re good at and what we can do differently’ - Kim Hong-joong.
The 11-member boy band shine as individuals but their strength lies in their powerful group performances.
As always, the 13-piece K-pop boy group’s album is largely self-written and self-produced. The entire album follows the theme of love, with each song exploring a different side or phase of this complex emotion.
The “Cupid” sensation girl group FIFTY FIFTY, came back with a new mini album Love Tune, featuring a new line up but a similar lovelorn emotion from their previous releases.
K-pop powerhouse P1Harmony is back with their latest hit “SAD SONG,” and it’s anything but.
TAEMIN, an idol known for his boundary pushing artistry, returns with his fifth mini-album ETERNAL, released 10 years and a day after his solo debut Ace.
KATSEYE, the first-ever global girl group to be formed using K-pop artist development methodologies, has released their debut EP SIS (Soft is Strong).
The multi-talented Bangtan Boy is back with an album that will soothe the hearts of global ARMY’s.
ENGENEs will be excited to sink their teeth into nine new tracks from their favourite boys.
Following the success of their second studio album 2 earlier this year, (G)I-DLE’s latest mini album I SWAY delivers the quintessential summer vibes that all K-pop fans are bound to add into their playlists.
The hot quartet came back on 1 July with their new single album ‘Sticky’. The release featured two songs: “Sticky” and “Te Quiero”, with a one-take style video accompanying the title track.
CONCERT REVIEWS
CONCERT REVIEWS
A phenomenal night of non-stop jumping and partying was had by all with one-of-a-kind artist WOOSUNG at the Troxy in East London, a concert they’ll never forget.
DPR Ian, DPR CREAM, and DPR ARTIC started off the European leg of their World Tour with a bang as they lit up the OVO Arena Wembley in London.
The Music Bank event that almost didn't happen finally welcomed K-pop fans from over 87 countries to the Auditorio Miguel Ríos in Madrid for a stellar night of music from an exceptional line-up of artists.
THE BOYZ stole the hearts of their fans, THE B, with their hot performance in London on September 15, 2024.
“I feel like I’m having the best dream I’ve ever had in my life.” — Under the Strawberry Moon, IU brought Korea to the UK with a fully-seated concert, co-ordinated fanchants, and a personal gift from her mother.
ENHYPEN returned to the U.S. for part two of their tour with new songs and even more energy.
The Princes of K-pop, SHINee, made a triumphant return to Hong Kong for the final stop of their SHINee WORLD VI: Perfect Illumination.
The internationally adored Korean band took to the London stage for a night of Brit-pop inspired performances that would make the likes of Coldplay and The Script proud.
On a chilly Sunday evening in Seoul, a sea of faces poured into an intimate venue eagerly awaiting LIPNINE’s first concert.
The soloist took to the UK stage to deliver outstanding vocals and showmanship to die for across a whopping 21-song setlist.
On tour for the first time, Hojean’s hard work pays off with sold out shows, dedicated fans, and the recognition of his raw talent; all very well deserved.
As Blackpink’s year long world tour, Born Pink, draws to a close, ending with a final performance in Seoul on the 17th of September, we reminisce some of the show-stopping highlights from their concert in London back in December 2022.
On their third tour, Act: Sweet Mirage, TXT have brought two very specific things, production and pure talent.
The K-Pop septet delivered both powerful vocals and crisp choreography at their London concert, leaving fans utterly overjoyed.
It’s been seven years since pH-1 came onto the scene. Now he’s playing cities like London as part of his first world tour — an accomplishment that’s been a long time coming.
“Something worked over there, and I’m not gonna lie, I kinda liked it.” — A comedic gem from the dynamic leader of the group, Tablo.
Jessi’s incredible fan service was next to none and Jay Park stunned the crowd with his tattooed abs (but who’s surprised)?
CHUNG HA gave an exclusive performance of an unreleased single and SUHO charmed the crowd.
INTERVIEWS
INTERVIEWS
The makeup artist-turned-singer is hoping to leave a mark on the music industry that is out of this world.
This British-Born Cantonese content creator is making his mark on the K-pop space with more than just his dance covers and funny fan interviews.
Following the release of their irresistible debut track, moreofthem chats with Cherry Chu about being non-binary, and their songwriting process.
Following the release of their 5th EP album Prelude of Love Chapter 2. ‘Growing Pains’, EPEX chats to Cherry Chu Magazine about new title track ‘Sunshower’ and their excitement to make new memories with their fans, ZENITH.
We explore the musical impacts of the Hallyu wave, before sitting down for a Q&A with Thailand’s growing pop sensation, PRETZELLE!
“Originally [Dreaming] was called Something to Dance to,” Scott explained, “It was a heartbreak anthem for getting over someone.”
PLAYLISTS
PLAYLISTS
The ultimate K-pop summer playlist
Struggling to get into the Christmas spirit? These K-pop songs will help thaw your frozen heart—just grab a hot chocolate and get your dancing shoes on (though perhaps not simultaneously).
To combat the coldest of seasons, here’s some essential Korean tracks to warm you up or make you feel festive — so get cosy!
The third generation is when K-pop went global. Thanks to social media, K-pop made an enormous breakthrough onto the world stage during this generation.
Often called the ‘golden age’ of K-pop, songs from this era have rooted themselves into the fabric of the current industry.
Looking for summer K-pop hits to dance to at your next beach party? We’ve got you covered.
We wouldn’t have the likes of IVE and ATEEZ today if we didn’t first have the first generation of K-Pop. Here are eight iconic songs that paved the way to make K-Pop what it is today.
If you’re a new fan of K-Pop, we recommend these classic bops to understand the roots and foundation of this eclectic genre.
For the season of new beginnings, these songs will get you in the perfect mood for spring!
BTS’s title tracks are juggernauts of the K-pop industry, but some of their best songs are B-sides that might escape the notice of casual listeners.
Spice up your exercise playlist with these K-pop bangers that will have you actually enjoying your workouts!
Don’t know where to start your Carat journey? Look no further than our comprehensive list of SEVENTEEN’s best non-title tracks.
Having debuted 14 years ago, SHINee is one of the few groups in K-Pop that have been able to maintain their relevance even with an influx of new groups debuting every year.
Happy 10th Birthday to all these K-Pop songs! Each track has stood the test of time, hitting the decade milestone in 2023 and still being loved.
Being able to catch the attention of both the South Korean and international public can be the difference between success and disbanding. But what makes the perfect debut track?
With Christmas just around the corner, let’s have a look at the latest K-Pop releases with a Christmas twist to get you into the festive spirit!
FEATURES
FEATURES
Tour announced, tickets purchased… Now what's next as you countdown to the best night of your life?!
Since their launch two years ago, their sound, lyrics, and aesthetics have offered a fresh perspective on girlhood within the Korean Wave.
You’ve found out your favorite K-pop boy-group idol is enlisting — what now? Here are five things you can do to fill your time and stop the world from ending while they’re away.
“The thing I put all of my heart into the most is, indeed, music.” — Woozi, SEVENTEEN’s Lead Vocalist and Producer for DAZED Korea.
A new location, new products, and a promising café space have been unveiled in the Manchester K-pop shop.
“I worry that this trend will slowly push me out of the fandom, or at least [stop me] from stanning any new groups in the future”.
It is hard to deny the influence Y2K style has had on social media and current fashion trends, but Y2K’s growing popularity in the K-Pop industry, too, can’t be ignored.
The popularity of self-producing K-pop groups has truly skyrocketed over the past few years. But what actually makes for a self-producing group?
K-pop groups are known for their killer choreography and their dances are often what attract so many people to the genre.
Aside from the elaborate choreographies and genre bending music, the fashion and gleaming stage outfits are often what draws many new fans to K-pop.
Which group has got the best physical K-pop albums? From VHS tapes to birthday cakes, which albums have aced in the aesthetics department?
From deodorant to phone storage, we’re here to help you navigate the K-pop concert necessities to set yourself up for a fun night!
Helix Publicity publicist Brittany Press and translator Tiffany Bae speak to Cherry Chu Magazine about the realities of working in the Asian pop industry, as well as offer their career advice to our readers.
Album batch buying, expensive merchandise, and obsessive streaming may be popular ways of supporting K-pop groups. But are they necessary to call yourself a fan?
A new all-virtual girl group just debuted and AI Naevis, a character from aespa’s expansive Metaverse lore, is set to debut next month. But are virtual idols here to stay?
It all started on April 4, 2022, randomly scrolling through social media and various uploads of the members on the Grammys’ red carpet, peppered with ARMY’s imaginative reels.
Body image and K-Pop have been at the centre of many heated discussions, so is there a danger to the industry, both for idols and fans?
The seven-member Japanese-South Korean boy group just dropped a festive hit.