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20Nov

She Her Her Hers, Embark on their Largest Ever Tour, an ‘Asian Tour’, for their New Album ‘Diffusion of Responsibility’!
She Her Her Hers is an alternative band consisting of the trio of Hiroyasu Takahashi, Tomasong and Taiki Matsuura. Despite the emergence of the coronavirus pandemic, the group continued to work hard, releasing music and streaming performances... Read More
11Nov

VINCE RELEASES M/V ‘GET OUT’ + ANNOUNCES DEBUT EP [THE DRIVE] SET TO RELEASE 11/17 via THEBLACKLABEL
November 10, 2023 — South Korean Singer-Songwriter Vince marks his comeback with “Get Out“, the first single and music video from his upcoming debut EP, . Out today via THEBLACKLABEL, “Get Out” is a blend of... Read More
31Oct

James Lee Announces Engagement
On October 30, 2023, former Royal Pirates bassist James Lee announced his upcoming marriage on Instagram. Lee wrote, ” I have some great news am excited to share with you. I’m getting married!” View this post on... Read More
26Oct

Are you ready for the return of DJ Yuka and Kpop Club Night on Nov 24th? It’s going to be wild!
Tickets are on sale now at https://www.prekindle.com/promo/id/532452770265974741 We are back at the absolutely fantastic Deep Ellum Art Co, they really have a proper environment for us, 10/10 venue we can’t say enough good things about... Read More
20Oct

2023 YUE HUA Americas Tour Audition
2023 YUE HUA Americas Tour Audition has been released. Scan the QR code to apply now. #YUEHUAAmericasTourAudition #talentaudition #AmericaAuditions #kcrushnews #kcrushannouncement #kpopauditions #koreanmusicaudition #kcrushamerica... Read More
10Oct

Big Fish: A Journey of Resilience and Emotion in the Face of Adversity HarryBigButton’s the 3rd full-length album
Celebrate HarryBigButtons’ 12th Anniversary with us! Tell everyone you know!! Korean Rock band HarryBigButton celebrates their 12th anniversary with the highly anticipated release of their third full-length album, “Big Fish.”... Read More
10Oct

POP: XG reaches the top of Billboard Japan Hot Albums with “NEW DNA”
The septet released its first mini-album on September 27th and, since then, has conquered its position in worldwide prestigious rankings XG – PUPPET SHOW (Official Music Video) – https://youtu.be/VFeRPM7Sm6c XG released... Read More
10Oct

BMSG Brings BMSG FES’23 Online for Overseas Fans
(Japan – 6 October 2023) BMSG, a trailblazer in Japan’s music industry, has just concluded BMSG FES’23, a two-weekend music extravaganza which took place in Tokyo and Osaka to celebrate its third anniversary. Building on the... Read More
25Sep

International Sensation THE RAIN Announces “STILL RAINING” Comeback Tour
Legacy K-POP Artist Kicks Off Tour in the U.S. with Two Shows K-pop legend and international phenom THE RAIN (Jung Ji-hoon) is making his return to the United States with the highly anticipated STILL RAINING tour. The US leg of the tour... Read MoreFeatured Interviews
28Nov

KCrush BIFF2023 – Interview with Producer Song Dae-chan
It’s not often that I have the opportunity to speak with and interview directors of films I’ve seen, and even more rare to be able to speak to those who’ve produced one of the best action films in the last few years like A... Read More
20Nov

KCrush BIFF 2023 – Interview with Yeon Je-gwang, Writer and Director of THE GUEST
Not every guest is welcome, and certainly not those at a creepy motel located in the middle of nowhere. Written and directed by Yeon Je-gwang, The Guest is a psychological thriller that asks what would you do if you see someone’s... Read More
11Nov

KCRUSH Interview With Rudakris
Ruda (Sungjin Kim) is a professional dance coach specializing in hip-hop, with 17 years of coaching experience. He is also a popular YouTuber, running a channel named Rudakris, which features dance and K-pop. 1. Hello, Ruda, could you provide... Read More
7Nov

KCrush BIDAM 2023 – Interview with BIDAM Artistic Director Shin Eun-ju
Celebrating its fourteenth year of celebrating Korean dance and dancers, the Busan International Dance Market (BIDAM) which was held October 13th – 15th at the Geumjeong Cultural Center, is a program that brings the world of Korean... Read More
23Oct

KCrush Interview With Mari Kim
Mari Kim, is a contemporary Korean artist, renowned as a digital fashion designer, music video director and pioneer of the “Eyedoll” style of art. She currently serves as the CEO of Japanese immersive entertainment studio Cocone... Read More
20Oct

KCrush BIFF23 – Interview with Park Sun Young Programmer for Asian Cinema, Busan International Film Festival
In this interview, Carolyn speaks with Park Sun Young, Programmer of Asian Cinema at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), about the importance of promoting Asian cinema at international festivals for local and visiting international... Read More
19Oct

KCrush BIFF 2023 – Interview for Director and Cast of THE MONK AND THE GUN
Set in 2006, a pivotal time of change for the people of Bhutan as they prepare for the dawn of democracy, The Monk and the Gun director Pawo Choyning Dorji’s second feature film is a whip smart comedic drama about the ways westernization and... Read More
7Aug

KCrush Interview With ChoCo 1&2
ChoCo1&2 is a Korean group under ChoCo Entertainment, consisting of members Jake(Ye-chan), Anpan, TJ(Taejo), who possess performance skills, instrumental play, producing, and DJing abilities. They are entitled as a “project-type... Read More
1Aug

[AUDIO] Episode 5 of Candid Conversations with KCrush: Corner Club
In the latest episode of Candid Conversations with KCrush, we are joined with Mike and Sav of the indie pop duo Corner Club. Their music can be summarized as smooth and chill. Corner Club has made Spotify’s Viral 50 in Thailand. Their... Read More
30Nov

Purple Kiss 2023 – The Festa Tour in USA
The Dallas, Texas Concert was really jumping and ecstatic!! The girls performed their iconic songs with a mixture of some cover songs too, which they did a cover on one of my favorite songs I like to listen to. It’s awesome to see how the... Read More
11Nov

Music Bank: The Journey
From playing the trendiest hits to endlessly streaming performances by various K-pop acts, Music Bank has become the global go-to for K-pop gurus and rookie artists in South Korea. Fashioned back in 1988, this record chart has grown to become... Read More
6Nov

The corner club Returns with “in the rearview mirror”
The not so cool kids in the corner Mike and Sav of the indie pop duo corner club, are back with a new EP. Some of you KCrush readers may remember listening to their interview on Candid Conversations back in August. Following up their 2021... Read More
26Oct

5 Healthiest Korean Foods
Korea has become the center of global attention not only from the flashy and mesmerizing K-dramas and K-pop realms. Korean food is increasingly gaining global acceptance owing to the associated health benefits. These dishes are from... Read More
19Oct

Top 5 Korean Drama Actor Rankings in September 2023
With recently released dramas and others ongoing as well, the September Korean Drama Actor Rankings have seen a reshuffle. As compared to the August rankings, some of the actors and actresses have been dethroned as others leap closer to the... Read More
17Oct

5 Must-Watch Kdramas that Kicked Off in January 2023
2023 kicked off with a blast, especially for K-Drama fans around the globe. With the unveiling of new dramas hitting the charts and the release of new seasons for ongoing series, life could not get any better. Here are some of the most... Read More
17Oct

New Jeans: From Rookie Trainees to Beating BTS in a Guinness World Record
New Jeans is the newest K-pop act in town that has everyone talking. Barely two years after their debut, the quintet girl band dethroned BTS of a Guinness World Record with their mesmerizing singles. What’s more, New Jeans members are among... Read More
11Oct

BIFF 2023 Asia Content Awards & Global OTT Awards
There’s something uniquely special about seeing people receive accolades for the years of hard work, dedication, passion, and love. To know that they know they’re appreciated for their craft, as happened at the 2023 Asia Content Awards... Read More
8Oct

9 K-Dramas by K-Pop Idols to Binge On
Nothing beats the satisfaction that comes with an enchanting K-Drama storyline with mesmerizing OSTs topped up with the refreshing and hypnotic faces of our beloved K-Pop artists. Here are some of the most captivating K-dramas to binge on... Read More
27Sep

Say Yes – Where Are They Now?
Say Yes was a 5-member boy band debuted in July 2013 under Music Factory Entertainment agency with the hit single “Feel Good”. The band lived up to its “optimistic ambiance” meaning behind its title by sweeping fans of their feet with... Read More
11Sep

Where Are They Now?
Growing, dominating and existing for the longest time possible in the entertainment industry is every celebrity’s dream. The K-Pop industry is known for its robust debut of K-Pop artists through hit songs characterized by top notch vocals,... Read More
2Aug

Where Are They Now? – K-Pop Idols Who Left Their Groups or Had Their Groups Resolved
K-Pop icons stars have the pleasure of enjoying the benefits that come with their stardom including a massive following for being in the spotlight, privacy, and countless endorsement opportunities among others. The pleasures and fame are... Read More
31Dec

Where Are They Now – Male K-Pop Groups Edition
When K-Pop idols debut, there are a wide range of variables that can affect the future of their careers. Some K-Pop groups might last a decade or more, while others seem to fizzle within a year or two of their debut. And, with that being... Read More
9Dec

Heartfelt Harmony For Honey Lee 2020
Photo from her instagram @honey_lee32 The raising of a star Being as her mother is a Doctor of Korean Music History at a prestigious university and her father a senior officer in the National Intelligence Service, Lee Ha Nui, also known as... Read More
20Dec

GUSHING FOR GIRLS GENERATION 2019
Everybody who loves K-Pop knows who Girls’ Generation are – they are called the Nation’s Girlgroup for a reason. Legendary hit singles such as, “Into The New World”, “Gee” – according to Melon, it’s considered as the “Song... Read More
19Aug

Raving For Ravi 2019
If you’ve by any chance clicked on this article without knowing who Ravi is, fear not and let me introduce you to this Kpop star! Best known by his stage name Ravi, Kim Won-sik is the main rapper, lead dancer, lyrics writer and composer for... Read More
11Jun

Soaring with Psy in 2019
A photo of Psy from his Instagram account @42psy42. Crazy about music, dancing & performing Park Jae-sang, better known under his stage name Psy, stormed into the international music charts in 2012 with his worldwide hit single ‘Gangnam... Read More
5Jun

No More Tears with Kwon Sang Woo In 2019
A still of Kwon Sang Woo from the 2018 Kdrama ‘Queen of Mystery 2’. Riding the Hallyu wave Best known across Asia for his lead role in the Kdrama ‘Stairway to Heaven’, South Korean actor Kwon Sang Woo first started out as a... Read More
10Oct

Read yourself into the K-pop Trainee World with Help from Jessica Jung
Have you ever wanted to explore the world of k-pop trainees? But more than just research, you wanted to walk a day in the kicks of an idol in training? Now you have your chance thanks to Jessica Jung, an inside source in the industry. Jessica Jung... Read More
27Jul

Tell Her She’s Lovely – An Anthology By Dhara Singh
Dhara Singh is a New Jersey based South Asian author and financial journalist. She holds a Master’s degree from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. Tell Her She’s Lovely, an Anthology is her first book. When... Read More
10Apr

The Power of Nunchi: The Korean Secret to Happiness and Success
The Power of Nunchi: The Korean Secret to Happiness and Success is out. Translation rights have been sold in 17 regions, and this US release comes on the heels of a triumphant debut in the UK and France. What is nunchi? To find out, read... Read More
25Apr

What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim is a story about a competent secretary on the journey of ending her 9-year career in pursuit of achieving a lifelong goal of searching for a lost friend. The meticulous and self-centered boss cannot fathom... Read More
18Feb

While you were sleeping
While You Were Sleeping is about a woman who sees through her dreams of terrible things that will happen to people in the future and a prosecutor who tries to prevent them from happening. Nam Hong Joo Has the ability to dream about... Read More
2Feb

Boys Over Flowers
Boys Over Flowers is a 2009 Korean drama based on Japanese shōjo manga Hana Yori Dango, created by Yoko Kamio. It is also... Read More
21Nov

Time to Listen to The Drive by Vince: A Standout Debut EP Review
This is my time learning of Vince, but it wasn’t my first time encountering his work. You likely have listened to some of the famous hits he has contributed to as well such as SUNMI’s “Gashina”, LISA’s “MONEY”, and BLACKPINK’s... Read More
20Nov

ROCK-STAR: Stray Kids Album Review
Stray Kids don’t miss! I had high hopes for their latest album drop, ROCK-STAR, and I have to say that I was not disappointed. Stray Kids brought their A-game and were as bold as ever! This group always has at least two or three hype... Read More
13Nov

Jung Kook’s GOLDEN Debut Album Review
The Golden Maknae has released his debut solo album. With an all English tracklist, and plenty of features, I was curious how GOLDEN would display who BTS fans already know to be an unstoppable force. Jung Kook is a treasure, but I was... Read More
16Oct

The Lastest from Dynamic Duo: A Review of “Smoke” & 2 Kids On The Block – Part.2 Album
Dynamic Duo is a seasoned Korean hip-hop group. Choiza and Gaeko debuted in 2004 with their album, Taxi Driver. This record became one of the best-selling Korean hip-hop albums of all time. They’ve done many collaborations in their years of... Read More
29Sep

V Layover Album Review
With BTS members releasing solo projects and singles, I was excited to hear what V had cooking. I personally wasn’t thrilled with some of the past solo releases from other members. Would Kim Taehyung provide a breath of fresh air, or would... Read More
29Sep

Why True Beauty is My #1 Favorite K-Drama
True Beauty has everything I’d ever want in a drama. It’s filled with romance, comedy, suspense, family interactions, amazing character arcs, and an extremely satisfying ending. All of the characters added to the plot and each episode was... Read More
13Sep

The Rose HEAL Album Review
The Rose presents a unique blend of pop-rock, memorable ballads, and unique vocals. HEAL did not disappoint! Here’s my album breakdown. ~: 9/10 I love a good intro. “~” builds a dreamy soundscape that invites listeners into the world... Read More
13Sep

BOYNEXTDOOR Album Review: WHY…
This album was my first encounter with BOYNEXTDOOR, and perhaps yours, too! They debuted a few singles on a mini album in May 2023, and are relatively new as a group. ZICO helped produce this group, and the music’s aim is to be relatable to... Read More
23Jul
