Singer and songwriter, Zion.T wanted to give his fans a present for the holidays in the form of a new song entitled “A Gift!” which is a jazzy, soulful, soft-pop ballad with touching lyrics. “A Gift!” provides warm comfort and sympathy to soothe a lonely heart to end the year and establish itself as a Christmas love song.
(Official Music Video): https://youtu.be/ctAmUvoDkXE
Zion.T reconnected with long-time producers, PEEJAY, JUNU PARK, and Seokcheol Yun who he has previously worked with to reunite on “A Gift!”. Zion.T also participated in writing and composing the song himself, adding his sincerity to the music.
“A Gift!” comes out on the heels of the success of Zion.T’s appearance on the hip-hop survival hit show, “Show Me The Money 10” for which he was a judge and producer. Zion.T once again showed his ability to produce hits as contestant SOKODOMO’s “Merry Go Round” featuring Zion.T and Wonstein has captivated listeners and remains on top of major domestic music charts more than a month after its release. The success of the show led to Zion.T wanting to gift his fans with a new song and music video that came together in just a few weeks in the form of “A Gift!”.
This is Zion.T’s first release since the collaboration with Gen Hoshino on “Nomad” for the Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Soundtrack and expectations are high as to what he will convey with this new song to end a memorable year.
#ZionT #newsingle #AGift #ShowMeTheMoney10 #Sokodomo #merryGoRound #BlackLabel #musicvideo #PeeJay #JunuPark #Seokcheol #jazzy #soulful #kindie #kjazz #korean #GenHoshino #Nomad #dollaboration #musicidol #kpopidol #ChristmasLoveSong
The musical is available today worldwide for fans this holiday season
Premium streaming platform LIVENow announces a new musical, Meissa’s Song, streaming exclusively this holiday season. The show will feature the biggest K-Pop stars to commemorate the 30th anniversary of South Korea joining the United Nations, and will begin airing on December 21st. It will also be available to stream on-demand for two months and cost $15.00 USD. LIVENow has become a leading platform for watching live events such as sport, concerts, theatrical performances, comedy shows and lifestyle classes. Korean-based musical performances such as Meissa’s Song are the latest additions of live events that global audiences can watch wherever they are in the world.
Meissa’s Song will star EXO’s CHANYEOL, L from INFINITE, and Daehyun Jung of B.A.P, and will debut original music with a mixture of K-Pop sounds along with traditional musical elements, all in a first-of-its-kind format.
Fans can watch the musical by downloading the LIVENow app or logging onto their website and creating a profile. As the LIVENow platform expands its roster of entertainment to a wider global audience, this show is amongst many projects in the pipeline for the K-pop space. LIVENow customers can join in with the experience and invite their friends to watch the same event in real time from anywhere in the world.
LIVENow are leaders within the virtual event and experiences space, giving fans access to live and on-demand content across music, sports and entertainment. LIVENow was recently awarded ‘Live Music Innovation of the Year (Platform)’ at the 2021 Music Week Awards for the landmark streams of Dua Lipa: Studio 2054, Ellie Goulding’s ‘Brightest Blue’ and Gorillaz’ ‘Song Machine Live from Kong’.
About LIVENow
LIVENow was founded by Leeds United chairman and founder of Aser Ventures, Andrea Radrizzani.
Previous events on LIVENow include EURO 2020, Celeste: On with The Show, Live From London, theater production Our Little Lives: Shakespeare and Me starring Russell Brand, and an all-new four-part series, Live From Another World, featuring cutting-edge breakthrough bands. The restream of K-Pop sensations Mamamoo and Dua Lipa: Studio 2054 are also available to watch.
- Top European football leagues and EURO 2020
- Australia vs India Men’s International Test Cricket and Big Bash League
- RIZIN mixed martial arts
- The Heineken Cup and Champions Cup
- Ellie Goulding’s “Brightest Blue”, Pete Tong’s “O Come All Ye Ravers”, Gorillaz’ “Song Machine Live from Kong” and American Express UNSTAGED with Maroon 5 and SZA
- One World: Together At Home concert in support of the World Health Organizations Covid-19 relief efforts
#Messiassong #EXO #Chanyeol #L #Infinite #Daehyun #DaehyunJung #BAP #LiveNow #livestreaming #LeedsUnited #AserVentures #AndraeRadrizzani
Japanese rock band tricot released their third major-label album ‘Jodeki’, December 15.
The band have released a string of singles throughout 2021. They kicked off the year with ‘BAKURO’, followed by Japanese TV series theme song ‘INAI’, as well as ‘WALKING’ (produced by NUMBER GIRL member Kentaro Nakao), all of which are included on ‘Jodeki’. The album also features a new recording of ‘Super Summer’, which was originally included on a 2013 compilation album released by revered Japanese label Pizza of Death Records; ‘Tissue’, a song that has a comforting feeling of weakness; and the title track ‘Jodeki’, which offers a playful message from tricot as they are today. The 12 songs collected on this album form a dense work that shows a side of the band that can truly be considered “tricot 2021”.
The band made the bold decision to make the instrumental versions of all the songs and their lyrics available ahead of the album’s release, before anyone had a chance to actually hear most of the songs with vocals included. This led fans to make surprised comments on social media such as, “Will all of those lengthy lyrics for ‘KAYOKO’ really fit into the song?” and, “It’s incredible that tricot can make these songs work so well with just the music”.
The album jacket shows vocalist Ikkyu Nakajima’s pet dog Wicket standing proud in a dog-fighting cape embroidered with the album title, ‘Jodeki’.
From December 2021 into the new year, tricot will embark on their WALKING × WALKING TOUR 2021-2022, which will take them to Europe for the first time in three years and three months. After touring the length and breadth of Japan, they will travel to Europe for 18 dates in nine countries from March 30 through April 22. The full list of dates is below. For ticket details, please visit the official website of each venue directly.
‘Jodeki’ release information
Download and streaming links: https://tricot.lnk.to/Jodeki
CD purchase links: https://tricot.lnk.to/Jodeki_CD
■ WALKING × WALKING TOUR 2021-2022
IN EUROPE
March 30, 2022 (Wed) Brighton Komedia (UK)
April 1, 2022 (Fri) Leicester Firebug (UK)
April 2, 2022 (Sat) Leeds Headrow House (UK)
April 3, 2022 (Sun) Glasgow Stereo (UK)
April 5, 2022 (Tue) Manchester YES (UK)
April 6, 2022 (Wed) Sheffield O2 Academy2 (UK)
April 8, 2022 (Fri) Cardiff Clwb Ifor Bach (UK)
April 9, 2022 (Sat) Bristol The Exchange (UK)
April 10, 2022 (Sun) London The Garage (UK)
April 12, 2022 (Tue) Paris Point Ephemere (France)
April 13, 2022 (Wed) Brussels Botanique (Belgium)
April 14, 2022 (Thu) Amsterdam Melkweg (Netherlands)
April 16, 2022 (Sat) Copenhagen Loppen (Denmark)
April 18, 2022 (Mon) Prague Futurum (Czech Republic)
April 19, 2022 (Tue) Budapest Turbina (Hungary)
April 20, 2022 (Wed) Banska Bystrica Zahrada (Slovakia)
April 21, 2022 (Thu) Bratislava Nova Cvernovka (Slovakia)
April 22, 2022 (Fri) Barcelona Sala Bóveda (Spain)
Further details: https://tricot-official.jp/live/tour.php?id=1002045
tricot profile
Japanese alternative rock band tricot formed in the historical and cultural city of Kyoto on September 1, 2010. The band have developed an unusual and distinctive sound that consists of harmonic pop melodies and emotional vocals with complex rhythm. While they are sometimes referred to as a math-rock band, the members themselves are in fact not familiar with the genre; they have arrived at a unique sound of their own imagining.
tricot’s headline concerts often sell out. They have toured in many countries around the world and successfully held a total of 109 shows overseas, including three tours of Asia, two tours of Europe, a supporting slot for Pixies in the UK, and further tours in the US and UK. These dedicated musicians have an active career and devoted fan base throughout the world.
tricot official information
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/8902.tricot/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tricot_band_jp/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/tricot_band
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Xp4bKmRn8cmAzi0cc66KQ?sub_confirmation=1
Official website: https://tricot-official.jp/
Official online store: https://pro-store.bitfan.id/tricot
– 10th mini album [Novella] will be released on January 3rd.
– The teaser content scheduler, including track list, concept photos, and teasers, will be released.
The group UP10TION confirmed its comeback for January 3, 2022.
UP10TION released the comeback scheduler image of “10th MINI ALBUM [Novella]” on its official SNS channel on the 14th, announcing the schedule of teasers content along with the album release date.
According to the released comeback scheduler, UP10TION will release Concept Photo I, II in groups and individuals, starting with the new album Track List on the 16th, and release various teasers, including three “Sequence Posters” and “M/V Teaser,” sequentially.
In particular, the scheduler a comeback for the first image of the book is implicit in the meaning of novels naturally of the album title [Novella] and stir curiosity and anticipation about this new album is a story.
Every album with colorful performances and concept ‘universal concept idol’ and ‘performance director’ the world of launching new activities through the album’s comeback at the news over the activities of the expectations of fans also intensifying.
Meanwhile, UP10TION’s 10th MINI ALBUM [Novella] will be released through various music sites at 6 p.m. (KST) on January 3.
UP10TION’s 10th MINI ALBUM [Novella], which contains an emotional story like watching a romance novel, will be released on major music sites at 6 p.m. on January 3, and a physical album will be released on the same day.
#UP10TION #minialbum #newrelease #kpop #korean #Novella #musicvideo #physicalalbum #comeback #2022comeback
Gaho is an incredible Korean soloist. He is well-known for his work on Korean Drama OSTs, such as Itaewon Class and Start-Up. His vocal range is out of this world, as well as his songwriting abilities. This debut full-length album has been highly anticipated and is a great listen!
OOO: 9/10
What a great start to the album. This upbeat tune is just what I would expect from a good Gaho tune. Plenty of great melodic lines, unique instrumentals, and fantastic vocals. His style is unmatched and “OOO” shows he didn’t come here to play. This tune perfectly displays why so many people love Gaho.
Lost my way: 8/10
The audio panning in the beginning of this song was a little trippy, but I enjoyed the overall feel of this track. It’s chill and includes more of Gaho’s perfect harmonies.
Right Now: 10/10
The build up to this chorus is fantastic. The orchestral instruments, the backing vocals, the way the chorus explodes…it’s such a great song. “Right Now” displays all of Gaho’s incredible talent and why he deserves to be recognized as one of Korea’s best solo artists. The lyrics are full of hope, running past the obstacles of life. Check out the second verse:
I’m exhausted and tired
A ray of hope
Just been chasing it
Where to go now
I’ll go for it
Until the end of my life
Anyway: 7/10
“Anyway” is laidback and incorporates an R&B feel. The bass in this song really shines as well as the light melody. I can easily imagine “Anyway” featured on a K-drama OST. It’s optimistic nature is a great pick me up.
Rush Hour: 8/10
This track is sure to get in your head, and is likely why Gaho released it as a single earlier this year. “Rush Hour” has varied melodies, an easy feel, great electric guitar riffs, and a happy vibe. Of course, it features Gaho’s well-known vocal range.
Afraid: 10/10
The unique instrumental really shines in “Afraid.” From the synth to varied beats and airy instruments mixed with electronic vibes…this track shows Gaho is a musical genius. The hard work that went into the layering is on full display. “Afraid” sticks out on this album as a go-to song.
Part time lover: 8/10
I felt myself tapping my foot and bobbing my head to “Part time lover.” It’s full of great bass, some groovy electric guitar, and synth. The lyrics aren’t my favorite on this song, but I can’t deny the musicality of it, which is fantastic.
RIDE: 8/10
“Ride” is another track Gaho released before the album. It has plenty of that Gaho falsetto. Pack in some more bass, hard beats, and electric guitar and you’ll end up with “RIDE.” The song is a bop for sure and packs a punch. Here’s some of the best lyrics:
As I circle around you
I’m hoping to be next to you
When no one else is here
So no one else can have you
I’m placing you in my own brackets
I’m not gonna approach you suddenly
I’m seeping into your life, yeah
After this moment
High: 9/10
Gaho’s vocal layering skills are on display in “High.” The song itself feels a little trippy, and will transport listeners to a different place (the kind of stuff really good music does). The whistling in this song was a nice touch, too! There’s even a spot where some trumpets play. Gaho isn’t afraid to jump outside the box musically. He is a true musician.
Crush: 8/10
This is a sweet ballad. Gaho’s soft vocals get a spotlight in “Crush” because of the toned back instrumental. Keeping the background music to a minimum was a great move to allow Gaho’s warm voice a chance to really shine.
Friend: 9/10
The bass in this song slaps! Something I love about “Friend” is Gaho builds the instrumental as the song goes on, and it seems to burst at the chorus. Check out the sweet lyrics in this track:
Four seasons pass
Even if the years pass
Even if wrinkles are deeper
Even if I fall down againI will always believe in us
It’s nothing to wander the road
I cannot stop
Even if I fall down again
Like the moon: 9/10
“Like the moon” is like dancing under the stars. The track has a lovely sway to it and great instrumental, like the rest of the album. The bridge is the highlight on this song, with echoing vocals that almost remind of a good Brian Wilson track. Gaho does not disappoint on this final song.
Final: 9/10
Gaho fully proves his songwriting skill, musicality, and vocal prowess in this first full length album. I hope “Fireworks” is the first of many for him as he is so incredibly talented.
—-Ellie Boyd
2020 and 2021 have been years of rough times, yet many have made the best of them while others, not so much. During the Holidays we may have feelings of uncertainty and sometimes sorrow from lost loved ones or dealing with hard times. We at KCrush America want to offer suggestions of using hotlines or consultations with professionals if life becomes overwhelming. Our fans, friends, neighbors, loved ones as well as our idol biases, we say to you, take a breath, be kind to yourself and never give in to any self-harming ideas. Keep seeking help because your life is worth everything to you and to those that love you!
See our “In Remembrance” article as well as our Suicide.org logo at the bottom of this website.
Happy Holidays to you and your families. We welcome you to continue visiting with us year-round and take lots of time to “Smile!”
–The KCrush America Family
Kalen Anzai released a brand new single “Genjitsu Camera” (featured on Laguna Illumination TVC) on December 15h.
This song co-produced with Charlie XCX carries essences of the recent trend such as Vaporwave and City Pop, yet is packaged to be fresh sounding NEWTRO music. The lyrics written by Kalen herself, is based on the theme “Genjitsu Camera” a brand new retronym.
Retronym refers to a phenomenon in which, for example, how the word “land-line phone” which formerly was simply called a “phone” was created upon the invention of “mobile phones”. A term that is created from an advent of something else that falls in the same category, in order to differentiate them.
“Genjitsu Camera” is a camera with no processing, and is a retronym that was created with the advent of digital cameras with built in filters and effects. What Kalen Anzai intended to voice out in this song is her feelings towards what lies beyond… A phenomenon where for those who strive to live in the world of social media to be who they think they are, those processed pictured are becoming the reality of their alternate selves.
“Where am I in those eyes of these fake lives” is an impactful line from the song.
“Genjitsu Camera” may no longer mean a camera that captures non-processed reality, but it has gone through a cycle to become a retronym that describes one’s feeling of not being able to detach from the altered reality, an altered self, especially for the current gen-z who live on the borderline of reality and virtual world that is becoming more vague every day after day.
Music video premiered simultaneously with the release, is a collaborative work with Gaako who also designed the artwork.
In this “warped” music video, duplicates of Kalen Anzai (Kalen in real world, mirror world and illustrated world) dissolve into the virtual world: the illustrations, to wander around defying borderlines between different worlds, losing track of what is real and what isn’t.
The illustration in the artwork was created by Gaako who is best known for his cyberpunk styled art that portrays the gap between what is real and unreal. Two separate versions of Kalen Anzai dissolved into a kind of virtual word of the illustration (within the illustration there is real Kalen, and Kalen in mirror world)…
This too is an implication of her perception of borderless new world.
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【Kalen Anzai’s INFOMATION】
“Yoruwamikansei” 2nd track of her 7 consecutive single release now available on streaming platforms
⏬Music Streaming Platforms
https://KalenAnzai.lnk.to/genjitsucamera
⏬Music Videos
【Kalen Anzai on Social Media】
◆Website：http://kalenanzai.com/
◆Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/kalenanzai/
◆TikTok：https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSfbY7s4/
◆Twitter：https://twitter.com/kalen_anzai
◆YouTube：https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOFXUN-4bc36S1hEhdl3MIg
#jpop #KalenAnzai #GenjitsuCamera #CharliXCX #VaporwaveandCityPop #NEWTROmusic #landline #mobilephone #japanesemusic
Korea’s Popular Rhythm-Based Gaming App Adds K-Pop Group to Platform
SuperStar Series, the global music gaming app which allows fans to play games that are themed on the latest and hottest chart-topping songs, is announcing the launch of a version featuring music from award-winning K-pop boy group THE BOYZ. Starting today, they will have their music featured in the app. The rhythm-based game series recently collaborated with P NATION and ATEEZ’s KQ Entertainment earlier this year. The SuperStar App has already had successful launches in South Korea and the United States. You can download the SuperStar app for free on iOS and Google and enjoy playing along with your favorite top hits today.
To date, Dalcomsoft’s SuperStar Series has over 70 million downloads worldwide. The app features notable existing labels with their artists that are active and within the growing global market had early success in 2014 with major K-Pop labels such as SMTown. Since then, the company has been actively working with over 140 artists, skyrocketing Dalcomsoft’s notoriety with tremendous success. SuperStar launched in the U.S. in July with mainstream artists such as Billie Eilish, Imagine Dragons, Juice WRLD, Olivia Rodrigo, Rae Sremmurd, and more. The app offers a range of highly engaging rhythm-based action games that are dedicated to specific artists and record labels. The platform is the first to utilize original sound sources from the artists, so players can feel connected within the performance they are playing along with. The behemoth gaming series also incorporates an engaging card collection feature, which allows users to collect, level up and upgrade photo cards with the featured artists in the game.
Powered by Korea-based Dalcomsoft, a leading global music gaming entertainment company, was launched in 2014 and since then has released Fourteen SuperStar apps: SuperStar SMTown, SuperStar JYP Nation, SuperStar BTS, SuperStar Pledis, SuperStar Starship, Superstar Woollim, SuperStar IZ*ONE, SuperStar GFRIEND, SuperStar YG, SuperStar FNC, SuperStar KANGDANIEL, SuperStar P NATION, SuperStar ATEEZ, SuperStar BRANDNEW MUSIC and now SuperStar THE BOYZ. THE BOYZ have shown again and again that they’re one of the most unmatched performers of K-pop’s current generation when it comes to showcasing their unique energy. From live high-intensity performances on hit TV show KINGDOM to breathtaking music videos (and with the viewing numbers to prove it), it’s no doubt they have received a warm welcome this holiday season with their third album MAVERICK. To celebrate THE BOYZ fourth anniversary, they have teamed up with The SuperStar to give back to their fans. The powerhouse collective has been on a whirlwind lately having recently scored an award for “Best Performance” at the 2021 Melon Music Awards, completed their three-day concert dubbed THE 4TH and just recently released their new holiday single, Candles – clearly there is no stopping them. The SuperStar App will have more notable artists and songs added to the app in the upcoming months.
#TheBOYZ #MAVERICK #Dallcomsoft #globalmusic #gamingentertainmentcompany #fourthanniversary #Dalcomsoftapp #SuperStarGameSeries #ExclusiveRhythemGame #kpop #kpopgame #kpopmusic #kpopidols #bestperformanceMelonMusicAwards2021 #MelonMusicAwards
J-Pop artists are gaining tremendous popularity in the world among the growing number of Asian artists. Groups like the electro-pop trio Perfume, Arashi, and Scandal all have built a devoted fanbase because of their spectacular performances and music.
Although Asian pop music has been topping the international charts with K-Pop and J-Pop music for a long time, many people might not have heard a lot about C-Pop until recently. Rather than being specifically pop music, C-Pop is an umbrella name that encompasses Chinese pop, rock, R&B, ambient, hip hop, and ballad music. A good number of C-Pop artists are from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Nonetheless, a few artists come from other Chinese-speaking regions, Like Singapore and Malaysia. Like J-Pop a few years back, C-Pop is on the rise, and it is here to stay.
One of the most important factors leading to J-Pop and C-Pop becoming increasingly popular around the globe is Fashion. Thanks to creative fashion stylists, famous Asian pop artists are known for their exquisite fashion sense.
The statement, behind every successful celebrity, is an influential stylist is especially true in Japan and China. Here, there are numerous amateur and professional personal stylists in-store. Moreover, artists trust experts, influencers, and opinion leaders to impact the success of trends significantly. As a result, brands are courting these players because of their allure in upselling goods and flash sales. These expert stylists built their fame by working closely with pop stars and celebrities.
Here is a list of the most influential fashion stylists for J-Pop and C-Pop artists based on their reputation, talent, and social media following.
Fashion Stylists for J-Pop Artists.
Emerging from an industrial and economic boom, Japanese stylists and artists found inspiration in fusing Japan’s explosive consumer technologies and American pop culture. Paying endless emphasis on an admiration for traditional Japanese art along with the forms and principles of modernism through channels of visual imagery, fiber technology, and three-dimensional sculpture, Rei Kawakubo, Yohji Yamamoto, and Issey Miyake can be credited for establishing the Japanese aesthetic in global Fashion.
Rei Kawakubo, Yohji Yamamoto, and Issey Miyake challenge conventional ideas and break norms with their unique approach to Fashion, which incorporates art into avant-garde styles to give prominence to new forms of artists fashion movement.
Rei Kawakubo
Rei Kawakubo is a self-made fashion designer well-known for her avant-garde clothing designs and high-fashion label, Comme des Garçons, created in 1969. Her iconoclastic vision placed her among the most influential stylists of the late 20th century.
Rei’s fashion empire blends an industrially inspired socialist work ethic with a somewhat fanatical ambition to design and sell clothing as a constantly evolving product of its socio-cultural surroundings, referencing both Neorealism and Futurism in runway shows and advertising.
Yohji Yamamoto
When Yohji Yamamoto first appeared in the fashion scene, he shocked the fashion world by introducing a gloomy approach to luxury womenswear. His androgynous, feminine avant-garde designs, as well as his worldwide popularity, laid the groundwork for a new generation of East Asian creatives in a world traditionally dominated by a Western style.
Issey Miyake
Issey Miyake is a Japanese fashion designer popularly known for combining Western and Eastern elements in his work. He has been in the industry for over 45 years and has created many outfits for countless J-Pop celebrities.
Miyake creates designs that celebrate the vitality and movement of the human body. Besides his technology-driven clothing designs, Issey Miyake is known for his collection of perfumes and colognes, with L’Eau d’Issey being the trademark.
Japanese fashion designers significantly impact the fashion world and the music industry as their designs disrupt the conventional approach to fashion design.
Fashion Stylists for C-Pop Artists.
Guo Pei
Guo Pei is one of today’s most talented stylists, dressing royalties, celebrities, C-Pop artists, foreign artists, and style icons. She is a Chinese designer, and she is best known for dressing Rihanna at the 2015 Met Gala.
In the world of Guo Pei, fabric, texture, and shape blend with meaning. Her designs tell stories which embroidery and paintings have conveyed throughout the centuries.
In China, Li is acclaimed as the “Father of Color Cosmetics.” In the 1980s, he was one of the few dedicated make-up artists, working with A-list celebrities such as actress Gong Li, Li Bingbing, and Joan Chen. Not only has he delivered quality to the Chinese fashion industry, but he has also put top C-Pop artists on the map with his designs. He is also credited with developing world-famous supermodel Lv Yan on his own. In 1999, Li established his own styling business in Beijing, which he grew into a global fashion empire.
Bottom Line
Japanese and Chinese fashion designers are impacting the fashion industry. In addition, they are also making waves in the music industry globally with their designs. J-Pop and C-pop artists’ outfits represent these designers’ creativeness and innovative works.
—-Brea Lynn
#jpop #cpop #stylist #TonyLi #GuoPei #IsseyMiyake #YohjiYamamoto #ReiKawakubo #fashionstylists #cpoptrending #jpoptrending #GongLi #CommedesGarçons #Cpopstylists #Jpopstylists
– MCND, On December 18th, “2021 FANMEETING [MERRY MEET]” will be held!!
– ‘Dreams ★ come true’ MCND, It’s going to be the first offline fan meeting since our fans since our debut!!
The group MCND will hold an online and offline solo fan meeting and spend a special Christmas with fans for the first time since its debut.
MCND released a poster announcing the hosting of its first offline fan meeting 2021 FANMEETING [MERRY MEET] (hereinafter referred to as “MERRY MEET”) through its official SNS account on the 24th.
‘MERRY MEET’, which will be broadcast online and offline at the Unjeong Green Campus Auditorium at Sungshin Women’s University on December 18th, will be a more meaningful time for MCND and fans with a face-to-face performance where MCND meets and communicates with fans for the first time since its debut.
MCND’s first fan meeting, which will be held twice at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on December 18, will be a precious and special stage for MCND and GEMs under different themes of “MERRY MCND” and “MERRY GEMAS.”
MCND’s first fan meeting “MERRY MEET” will be held twice at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on December 18, while fan club pre-purchase tickets and online streaming tickets will be opened exclusively at Interpark at 8 p.m. (KST) on November 30. Regular ticket reservations can be made at Interpark at 8 p.m. (KST) on December 2.
Photo provided by TOP Media.
Ticket sales starts tomorrow!
An introduction playlist of the event and spot movie with scenes of the live performances unveiled!
Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.
Sony Music Labels Inc.
“Sony Music AnimeSongs ONLINE 2022”, which is an online live performance event in the style of a festival with 14 gorgeous music artists who belong to Sony Music Labels, will be streamed live on the 8th and 9th of January 2022 on Stagecrowd.
The tickets will be on sale tomorrow, at noon on the 10th of December (JST).
An introduction playlist of the event has been released in advance of the ticket’s sale. Each of the 14 songs on the playlist have been selected by the artists who will perform at the event. If you hear the playlist, it will be a perfect introduction for you to have an idea of the entirety of this exciting event: the festival of the theme songs of anime.
URL： https://smej.lnk.to/SMASO22INT
【Introduction Playlist of Sony Music AnimeSongs ONLINE 2022】
The opening theme song of TV anime “Sword Art Online Fairy Dance”
The inserted song of the TV anime “Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]”
The opening theme song of TV anime “NARUTO:Shippuden”
M04. Cö shu Nie ‘give it back’
The ending theme song of the second season of TV anime “Jujutsu Kaisen”
M05. Sayuri ‘‘Mikazuki’
The ending theme song of TV anime “Rampo Kitan : Game of Laplace』 E
M06. SPYAIR ‘Imagination’
The opening theme song of TV anime “Haikyu!!”
The theme song of TV anime “Pretty Boy Detective Club”
M08. CHiCO with HoneyWork ‘Sekai wa Koi Ni Ochiteiru’
The opening theme song of TV anime “Ao Haru Ride”
M09. T.M.Revolution ‘INVOKE’
The opening theme song of TV anime “MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM SEED”
M10. TK from Ling tosite sigure ‘unravel’
The opening theme song of TV anime “Tokyo Ghoul”
M11. TrySail ‘Gomakashi’
The opening theme song of TV anime “Magia Record, Magical Girl Madoka Magica Gaiden”
M12. Who-ya Extended ‘VIVID VICE’
The opening theme song of the second season of TV anime “Jujutsu Kaisen”
The opening theme song of the 4th season of TV anime “My Hero Academia”
The opening theme song of TV anime “NARUTO”
A spot movie which contains part of the live performances has also been released today. In this movie you can take a glance at all 14 artists’ performances.
URL：
2022.1.8/1.9 Sony Music AnimeSongs ONLINE 2022 Teaser
Comment footages from the artists will be released in series on official Twitter channel @smasonline, so don’t miss it.
This event will be streamed to 20 countries and regions by simulcast broadcasting through Stagecrowd and through Veeps, a special version which is an edit from both days of the event, will be broadcasted to the world except Mainland China at 7PM (PST) on the 22nd of January.
【Official HP】www.smanimesongs.jp/en/
【Official Twitter】 https://twitter.com/smasonline
【Event Information】
Event Name: Sony Music AnimeSongs ONLINE 2022
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Choi Ran is a notable Korean screenwriter who began her career as a broadcasting writer at KBS, where she wrote for various TV programs for 15 years.
Winning the Joongang Ilbo Scenario Competition and the SBS TV Literary Award launched Choi Ran’s drama screenwriting career. Choi Ran’s works include, “Iljimae”, “God’s Gift : 14 Days” and “Mouse”.
We would like to express our appreciation to Ms. Choi Ran for this insightful interview and we anticipate to see what she has in store for her drama fans in the future.
Please introduce yourself to our readers.
Nice to meet you. I am Choi Ran, and I write dramas. I am happy to be able to meet the subscribers in written form like this.
Tell us briefly on how and when you started writing and was this something you wanted to pursue when you were younger?
I began working as a writer after I graduated from university. I didn’t start off as a drama screenwriter but as a scriptwriter. And it wasn’t my dream when I was young, since I didn’t know there was a profession like a writer for broadcasts. But I would win prizes from essay contests since I was younger, so I think I did have some talent when it comes to writing. ^^
I thought about wanting to be a writer when I began work doing activities as a producer at my college broadcasting station during my college years. I would write the scripts and produce the program myself back then, and I think it occurred to me that this work could be something I could enjoy.
Back then, I was thinking of becoming a writer for educational documentaries and whatnot, and not a drama screenwriter. Then after seeing a notice hiring monitor staff at MBC, I applied thinking I’d do it at least for a part-time monitor job, and was offered a place as a writer to my surprise. So, I began working as the youngest writer of PD Notebook. That’s how I got my feet into the world of writers. I worked as a scriptwriter, then I later wished to be a writer who creates her own work, so I worked on a rough draft of a drama, and I got officially into writing dramas after winning a prize at a contest.
If you had to select one of your works that you are attached to the most or that you remember writing the most, what would it be and why?
Every one of my works is like children to me that I bore, so I can’t select one particular work that I’m attached to. Whether it is critically acclaimed or not, they are all equally precious to me. But there is one production that was released to the world after the script was largely distorted, and such work leaves a bigger mark in my heart since I feel so sorry and vexed by it.
How do you like to gain inspiration or ideas before you write?
I laze about and hang out, then things would suddenly come up. ^^
I read books, watch movies, chat with friends, go on trips…
Then a scene or a situation would abruptly form in mind, and thoughts of using that come up. And if it’s something interesting, I would start using my head from then on. Then a little content or a piece of idea can lead to a story.
We had a review of the drama Black on our magazine website, and there seems to be many who are perplexed about the drama’s ending. We are curious to know what your intent was and what you wanted the viewers to take from its ending.
Black remains a hurtful production for me. The drama Black that I had prepared for was generally a melodrama, then it suddenly got to air on OCN, so the whole script from the prologue had to be edited. The original prologue was supposed to start with an animated musical that had kind of like Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas vibe.
Then the entire mood and color got changed so much, then I had a hard time when I was told to reduce the 20 episodes to 16 episodes.
In the end, it was reduced to 18 episodes with much difficulty, but the director never filmed the large sequences and just deleted certain scenes without ever discussing it with me, then the entire content started to crumble.
I was at home watching the last episode, and I fell into a tremendous shock. I had only realized then that the last episode aired something that was completely different to the script that I turned in. The shock and the pain that I felt then still makes my heart ache.
I think for the first time ever, I regretted being a writer as a profession.
I still feel upset whenever I think of Black, and I have never been able to watch the drama again due to being so hurt inside.
For any writer, the drama’s ending is an especially important part, but to have the entire script edited without any discussion with the writer and ruining a production, is something unforgivable.
Through the drama Black, I wanted to fundamentally contemplate ‘death’ and talk about the essence of ‘love’. That was all expressed well in the script.
Please share with us your philosophy or mindset as a drama screenwriter.
I am cautious not to waste screen time. And not to write something that people don’t enjoy watching. I want to write a drama that will make the viewer so entertained that they wouldn’t know the time was passing by. Something that will not even make them leave to go to the restroom.
After they’ve completed watching, I hope it lingers in their heart and they’d realize what the writer was trying to convey to them.
What is your opinion about more and more K-dramas being recognized globally these days, and what do you think is the secret of a successful drama?
Well… First, Korean dramas are entertaining. I sometimes watch dramas from overseas on Netflix and others via OTT, but they don’t seem to be that entertaining to watch.
Unlike in the past, I think Korean dramas tend to continue trying out new subject matters and experimental contents.
Mouse was selected by Series Mania in the International category, so I was in Lille, and I could sense the popularity of the drama through the conversations I had with the audience and from having interviews with the press.
When I inquired why they liked Mouse to that extent, I was told that the people in France were very interested in psychopath gene, and they expressed that they wanted to debate about the topic on whether they’d have a baby that would be born with a psychopath gene or not.
The emergence of a lot of new subject matters and topics found in the current Korean dramas which the whole world can relate to, may be the reason for the popularity. And one of the assets that Korean writers have is that they are very good at expressing human emotions.
I don’t think the productions from overseas are very detailed at expressing emotions in that way.
When God’s Gift : 14 Days was adapted in America, I did ask the person in charge of the drama at CAA why they were remaking God’s Gift : 14 Days, and the person mentioned ‘maternity’ and that American writers can’t seem to express maternity in such a desperate and touching way.
If I might cautiously suggest, the main reason why Korean dramas are being highly acknowledged these days is because the fresh experimental stories blend with the universal emotions well.
Is there a reason why you prefer open endings?
[Warning – Spoilers]
People do often say that I prefer to have open endings, but that’s really a misunderstanding. I usually shut the endings tight.
In God’s Gift : 14 Days, Dong-chan dies, and Black dies in Black, and Ha-ram who remembers black dies and goes into heaven alone.
And in Mouse, Bareum repents of his sins and dies from the side effects of a brain transplant.
I don’t really understand why they refer to these as having open endings. I think people tend to misunderstand because of the other versions that I add on the scripts as a bonus or supplementary story.
What do you like to do when you’re not working on something? Let us know about any of your hobbies, interests, and ways of relieving stress.
My nickname is the sofa ghost. I am usually lying on the sofa when I’m not working. ^^ I enjoy hanging out by myself in the house.
But these days, I am a bit bored of having fun alone, so I try to reach others but they’re all busy to be hanging out with me. I think I am the only one doing nothing these days. I have to find work fast… ㅠㅠ
As I get older, I feel that my physical strength isn’t like before so since realizing that I need to keep up the strength in order to write longer, so after Mouse wrapped up, I’ve been learning to do diverse sports including boxing, tennis, golf, pilates, physical training…
Please recommend any movies, dramas or books that you’ve enjoyed.
I like the movie Love Actually. I watch it every Christmas like an annual event. I feel happiness coming over by just watching it. That doesn’t really suit me, does it?
I enjoyed watching an American drama called The End of the F…ing World. It’s about a boy who believes that he’s a psychopath, and the witty production, music and the main character’s acting are all worth seeing.
I also remember reading a novel titled Puppet Master for 3 days without doing anything else. Although the novel is about a cruel murder case, it leaves you with lingering emotions at the end.
We are curious to know what kind of genre or issue you would be writing for your next work.
People tend to call me a writer with a set genre, but I do not want to be bound by a particular genre. My dream is to write about the things that no one has thought about and stories that don’t exist in the world.
Please say a word of advice to the people who are wishing to become writers.
A good story doesn’t come up just because you’re sitting down and putting all your might into it. Don’t try so hard to write, but just enjoy imagining. An exciting imagination will eventually create a new story.
Having an ingenious content is what’s hot these days.
Think of something creative and provocative that no one else has thought of. And write it with enthusiasm!!! Without verifying things yourself and have self-pride!
– J.Chung.
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Brave Girls with Brave Entertainment will be hosting a long awaited concert at Olympic Hall in S. Korea on January 15th and 16th, 2022. Pre-order and general tickets will be available soon.
⏰ 2022.01.15 – 2022.01.16
📍 Olympic Hall
🎟 Pre-Orders (선예매) 2021.12.13 8PM
🎟 General (일반예매) 2021.12.15 8PM
More information will be available soon.
Also, for as long as they last, you can now purchase the official Brave Girls’ “Light Stick” starting today, the 8th of December at the following link they provided:
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International phenomenon and China’s top pop idol LAY (Lay Zhang) releases his new single Bee With You today by Zhang Yixing Studio on all streaming platforms. LAY personally took part in writing the lyrics and composition hoping to convey his emotions and feelings to his fans. The hit-maker is known for integrating familiar Chinese instruments and cultural metaphors with the soul of “Western music” plus top-notch modern production techniques, mixing English and Mandarin.
LISTEN TO “BEE WITH YOU” BY LAY
VISUALIZER TO “BEE WITH YOU” BY LAY
The single instantly grabs your attention with opening dynamic instrumentals before going into a mesmerizing soothing melody with a rhythmic flow. The R&B sound has a reminiscing tune from the Honey era. Lyrics like “I have seen a lot of scenery along the way, and you are the most beautiful one, accompanying each other, rushing towards the same direction” tell the message of how much gratitude LAY has for his supporters who have accompanied him on the long road. This story is a gentle reminder of his journey yet magnificent celebration for how far he has come.
LAY has been on a whirlwind this last two years after joining forces with Steve Aoki and will.i.am for the 2020 hit cross-cultural collaboration Love You More, reaching #1 on the QQ Music China chart. He then released a string of hits with an album, an EP and solo singles overseas further propelling his international star power. He has been and continues to be a household name in Asia. He is one of the most beloved stars in the region with a loyal and highly engaged 51 million followers on Weibo and over 13.7 million followers on Instagram. As a solo artist LAY’s career has skyrocketed from tremendous success becoming the highest-ranked Mandopop star on Billboard 200 chart and the first Chinese artist to enter the iTunes Top 60 in the US with his third solo album NAMANANA. Outside of music, he is a powerhouse in the acting world of TV and film, hosted multiple top-rated reality shows in Asia and is one of the most awarded artists in China.
Last year, LAY released the hit album LIT and its title track of the same name. The digital album made over 30 million yuan in just 7 minutes 19 seconds after its release on QQ Music in China. Most recently, he released the EP EAST that featured his renowned “M-POP” style telling a story of LAY’s spiritual growth in his career using oriental elements and symbolic identities.
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(credit: Zhang Yixing Studio)
ABOUT LAY
LAY (Lay Zhang) is a multi-talented Chinese artist, producer, singer-songwriter, actor, dancer, fashion muse, and philanthropist. He is China’s current top #1 idol becoming the highest-ranked Mandopop star on Billboard 200 chart and the first Chinese artist to enter the iTunes Top 60 in the US with his third album NAMANANA. His big screen debut was the romantic-comedy film Ex-Files 2 and he won the Best Movie Original Soundtrack at 16th Top Chinese Music Awards for the film. His first solo single What U Need? debuted at #4 on China V Chart and Billboard’s World Digital Songs. His EP Lose Control stayed at #1 on Billboard’s China V Chart for 6 weeks in a row, reached #1 on the Gaon Album Chart, and reached #4 on Billboard’s US World Albums Chart. His second album Lay 02 Sheep broke five records on QQ Music, reaching Diamond Record in 9 hours and 11 minutes. His third album NAMANANA debuted at #21 on Billboard 200, ranking first on World Albums and Independent Albums chart. In 2019 he released a digital EP titled Honey and its title track of the same name in June. The EP reached over 1.87 million digital sales in just three minutes after its release on QQ Music in China. In 2019, LAY was invited as China’s Promotional Ambassador to attend the 61st Annual Grammy Awards. He reached unprecedented success when tickets for the concert at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, China had sold out in eight seconds, while the stop in Nanjing, China had its tickets sold out in twenty-five seconds. He debuted in the music industry as a K-Pop idol with best-selling group EXO.
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Known to many for their hit, “Teardrop,” SF9 is back with an amazing mini album. This is full of their classic EDM but also mixes in some R&B and calming ballads.
Trauma: 8/10
SF9 opens this album strong! “Trauma” has a great beat, deep lyrics, and a showcase of each member’s vocals/rap. This song has EDM as well as R&B vibes, and focuses on a love that is struggling to stay alive. Check out the lyrics to the first verse:
Love, once hot, shatters
Cold as ice
Pushing me away
Tangled like spiderwebs
Our connection reaches the end, oh no
The melody and darker tone of “Trauma” displays this feeling perfectly.
Memory: 9/10
With soft rap, simple yet elegant piano, and strong base, “Memory” is a song on this album that made me hit “repeat.” It’s not that there’s a spot that is super catchy or sticks in my mind per say, I just love the vibes on this song. It seems to stick to the theme of the album thus far, with lyrics like, “Time is short//Let’s keep on a bit longer//Even if I hold on to my heart//This growing longing…” and “Will you go, will you let me go now? Even if I call for farеwell that holds me, memory, mеmory baby.” This ballad is a shining track for SF9.
Dreams: 7/10
“Dreams” consists of airy vocals, fast-paced beats, and a loud, upbeat vibe. This song feels really unified, each member of SF9 contributing their skills. Also, the group chant in the chorus is one of the best parts of this song! As far as the theme of “Dreams,” it is about a longing to be with someone. There are barriers involved and obstacles to be overcome, but you still believe you can become one someday. And until you are with that person, you’ll meet them in your dreams. This song has some of the best lyrics on the album because of this heartfelt and honest sentiment.
Gentleman: 5/10
This song wasn’t my favorite, as it just doesn’t feel unique enough for me. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still a good song but it cannot compete with others on the album. The lyrics also don’t impress me, as they feel pale in comparison to the more colorful wording of previous songs. Check out the chorus:
‘Cause I’m your gentleman
Need your gentle kiss
You see now, our higher love only for the two of us
I guess you get it
I guess you get it (Yeah)
‘Cause I’m your gеntleman
Need your gentle kiss
Closе your eyes and feel me baby
Cuddle me baby
Like a gentleman, gentleman, gentleman
On And On: 8/10
This soft song reminds me of something I’d hear on a K-Drama OST. The gentle lyrics and relaxed melody is a great reprieve from the more intense tunes. A good album recognizes the need for balance, and “Rumination” does this. This song is all about not forgetting your love with someone, even if you are separated. Lyrics like, “You remember the day we first met//We both were purely allured//The day that came to me like fate//I remember that day//Every single day” and “Can we be together until the day we close our eyes?” really make this song a beautiful ballad.
Scenario: 8/10
“Scenario” is a fast-paced song and it reminds me of a song that would play during an action movie or mystery drama. When I first listened to this track, I wasn’t sure if I would like it or not. But as the song continued to play, I grew to like it more and more. The rap ending was the cherry on top to sell this song to me! The vocals really shine on this track, too, as well as the fun beat. I can easily see myself working out to this or staring out a car window imagining my big heist. The lyrics of this song are all about falling deeper in love with someone and going round and round in their entanglement.
For Fantasy: 9/10
This ballad is lovely. The melody is the most memorable on the album and is full of heart. The pre-chorus says, “There’s only one, you, you, you, will I protect. My everything is, you you, it’s for you. You know, I felt like I’m carrying the world. The joy of my days where happiness sits: it’s you with precious memories.” This song has an additional meaning, because SF9 fans are called Fantasy. A dedication to Fantasy for their support and love was the perfect way to wrap up the album. My favorite lyric from this track is “Every day won’t be sunny. I will become the sky where you can be happy.”
Final: 8/10
Overall, this is a great mini-album. The only song I can really fault it for is “Gentleman.” It just didn’t live up to the high standards of the rest of the tracks. However, “Rumination” is still set to thrill SF9 fans with plenty of bops until their next release.
—-Ellie Boyd
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Rollers are the newest beauty and accessory trend overwhelming the South Korean peninsula and is increasingly creeping its way through the global fashion fabric. Fundamentally, these plastic cylinders are just but hair tools meant to bring out hair curls of diverse sizes and volume depending on the usage. Creating curls especially for one’s hanging bangs is quiet understandable given that the hair can be discomforting when it blows allover on one’s face all day. Curling the bangs is also associated with complementing one’s overall facial outlook by giving a flattering head shape overloaded with cuteness.
PRISTIN’s Zhou Jieqiong
Nonetheless, bangs are seemingly portraying a deeper sense in addition to the usual beauty aspect. South Korea is known for its high beauty standards ingrained in the perfection culture where one is expected to suit every other persons’ preferences and expectations of thems. Although the beauty standards are still prevailing, the culture of pleasing everyone around; fellows and strangers, is increasingly facing a backlash and defiance from the 21st century’s younger generation. This generation has taken up a different attitude refusing to be pulled into by the previously prevailing strict South Korean conventions. Living a carefree life and choosing to look your best only to the people that matter is the new ideology that these trendy hair rollers convey. Gone are the days where women had to not only do their hair and makeup out of sight, but also worry about the judgmental societal perspective on every aspect of their lives.
Lee Jung-mi attending President Park Geun-hye’s impeachment trial
In addition, symbolizing defiance and sense of confidence; in a bit to live care free of societal judgments, this plastic cylinder is now bringing out another inspiring aspect regarding women, especially in the Asian peninsula. This aspect is related to a highly respected figure, Lee Jung-mi, who once attended court proceedings with rollers still rolled in her hair. The then acting chief justice walked into President Park Geun-hye’s impeachment trial in pink plastic cylinders stuck in her hair. Interestingly, the eminence of rollers upgraded from not only a symbol of beauty and sense of confidence, but also an emblem of hard work. The argument was that Lee Jung-mi was so busy -as a family and career woman- that she forgot to remove the remaining rollers during her preparation session. This incident further skyrocketed the confidence of wearing rollers out in public even as several prominent personalities globally started rocking their rollers in snap shots across social media platforms.
Apink’s Namjoon
The recent COVID-19 pandemic forced individuals globally to stay at and work from home for quite an extensive period. The shift of focus from other things to sorely surviving the pandemic resulted in most people losing their guard regarding some previously upheld standards on various aspects, including beauty. Although people still paid attention to the basic beauty standards, the pandemic caused a ripple that saw a change in preference to more natural and simple looks. Rollers have since then gained a wider reception on a global scale making it the latest trend in the beauty and fashion world. Whatever the inspiration is; be it for confidence or voluminous curls among others, these plastic cylinders are indeed a look worth trying.
What about this, would you rock rollers out in public places? Give us your opinion and thank you for reading.
—-P. Earlkh
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Powerful vocal Korean soloist, Lee Michelle has returned with what some are calling a “Groovy R&B” sound with her digital single, “Lost In You,” released in the U.S. and worldwide on December 2, 2021.
Streaming now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes at this posting with many other music platforms coming onboard within days.
Do not forget Lee Michelle’s heart felt album, “Day By Day” released in 2020, can also be heard on Spotify and other platforms.
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The rapping genre has increasingly gained root in the Korean entertainment industry. The rather male dominated facet has since seen a boom in female rappers who are a highly talented; and to some degree better than their male counterparts. The likes of Jessie, CL and Lisa have been inspired by and are now inspiring a wave of new rappers who work their way to fame and exposure by starting as underground rapping artists. The “underground” expression does not mean they are less skilled as some, if given the same exposure as other famous idols, would be highly rated rappers. Below are some of the top underground female rappers in the K-Pop industry.
Bibi
The talented diva entered the entertainment scene in 2017 by posting self-produced tracks on SoundCloud. By fate, Bibi’s creative and original songs gave her recognition crediting her a contract with Feel Ghood Music label in 2017. The rapper contested in SBS’s The Fan reality show in 2019 which although she took second place, it gave her a wider audience and grew her fan base. Bibi has released numerous hit singles, featured with notable artists such as Zico and Tiger JK, and collaborated with other distinguished artists such as Crush and Yoon Mi Rae. Bibi officially debuted as a soloist in May 2019 with the “Binu” digital single. In 2021, the rising rapper was nominated in three categories of the Brand Customer Loyalty Awards where she won the R&B Soul Artist award.
Shin Yujin
Formerly renown as Black Magazine, the highly talented youngster started underground rapping back in 2016 where she was ranked among the best high school rappers. While still a fresh rapper, the star managed to collaborate with other underground rappers giving her an early exposure that has fuelled her entertainment career. Shin posts her impressive tracks on SoundCloud with some of her prominent ones including “찾기나 해”, “Untitled”, and “Fallin’”.
Tilda
Tilda debuted as a rapper in 2012 and has since then been delivering catchy tracks that leave listeners clinging for more. The Show Me The Money 5 and Unpreety Rapstar 3 contestant has been rocking he underground rapping scene with her mesmerizing tracks including “Uh Huh” and “Everybody Pay Me”.
Cocca
The tomboy rap star entered the music industry in 2014 and has over the years created a reputation of a 90’s gangster rapper with a rough texture voice. The hip hop idol has released several tracks on SoundCloud with the most popular ones compiled in the Vincent mix tape.
Soom
Soom, who goes by the full name Ahn Soomin, debuted as an underground rapper in 2015. The diva contested in Superstar K, Show Me The Money 4, and Unpreety Rapstar 2 reality shows. She then joined the V&V (Verification & Validation) crew alongside other upcoming underground artists; a venture that helped validate her aptitude despite losing in her previous contests. Soom has released eminent tracks including “Good Mornight” and “Because Of The Alcohol”.
AgØ
Ago (stylized as AgØ) debuted as an independent rapper back in 2019. The freestyle rap star participated in 2018’s Nike’s Battle Force Seoul contest, AF1 Rap Battle. The idol released her The Door mini album; with hit songs such as “Air The Room” and “어린왕”, with help from artists such as Sumin and Hash Swan.
—-P. Earlkh
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WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO FOR “NATURAL”
LISTEN TO THE FULL EP “NATURAL”
We’ve got something to celebrate! South Korean singer and songwriter GSoul released his English EP today on all digital streaming platforms via Warner Music Korea. Following a brief hiatus, the soulful singer is showcasing his personal growth in his artistry. The music video for “Natural” opens with GSoul standing in between two rock formations followed by a sequence of various shots of nature. Throughout the music video, certain lyrics of the song are visualized and his feelings are conveyed by its respective nature shots. GSoul’s presence at various points in the video ultimately symbolizes his strong devotion to the relationship of his love regardless of where and what form in nature it takes.
The EP has five tracks, with four in English and one is a Korean version of his title track “Natural”. Encompassing a variety of tracks ranging from R&B to acoustic sounds, they include original work to go with his most authentic songs to date. The making of the track and EP “Natural” stems from the depression he experienced as the world was dealing with the pandemic, and GSoul not knowing what he would be able to create for his latest EP; at one point considering not writing music at all for a while. However, with the love and support from his fans, he was energized and motivated to move forward and share “Natural,” as it has helped overcome feelings he felt. To show gratitude for his fans, GSoul has dedicated his latest EP to his fans.
The track “Natural” describes his struggles and devotion to a relationship as natural forces, relying on the organic and instinctive bonds that tie us together. Both versions of this track prepares the listeners to feel assured and affirmed of his unbreakable love, as he expresses the lyrics in his soft voice alongside the soothing sounds of an acoustic guitar. With “By My Side,” he gives his fans a story on his loyalty to a love and how it’s changed him for the better in a very impactful way. The catchiness of this track’s hook reinforces its message as listeners go on a journey from beginning to end. For “Free (I’m Gonna Be)”, GSoul expresses wanting to escape his self-doubt while not settling for less. Listeners can feel his pain through his voice and relate to this struggle that he and many others face. With “Another Day,” he offers a more happy and jazzy feel compared to the rest of the tracks, but the lyrics tell the story of GSoul praying to get love from a significant other and being able to reach this person even if it’s not real. With this EP, GSoul not only returned to produce more songs than planned, but also reached new audiences with his English tracks. As a bonus track, there is a Korean version of “Natural” for his fans.
GSoul is a renowned singer mostly recognized for his contributions in the Korean R&B genre, his debut single “You” released in 2015 was his first major hit reaching #1 on the Korean Melon music chart. After he returned from military service towards the end of 2019, GSoul was looking to make a comeback in the music scene. To start off his return to the industry, he released an EP called “Hate Everything” on December 11th, 2019. To date, the album has surpassed over 20 million streams overall and strongly holds an average of 1.1 million monthly streams solely on Spotify. In the summer of 2020, he surprised and impressed all the coaches of “The Voice” Korea by auditioning under his real name Kim Ji Hyun. His singing talent is what led GSoul to eventually win the popular series by capturing all the viewers of the show with his melodic sounds. Throughout 2021, GSoul released singles such as “Stay:tempus” for the Korean Drama show “Sisyphus:The Myth”, “Can Love Be Fair (feat. Ben)” and most recently remixed IV JAY – Vibrate in which his vocals are also featured in.
Speaking about the EP release, GSoul said, “What I love about my fans is that they get me like foreal foreal even when I’m silent. This project really is my message to my fans about how much I love them and how I’ve been. I think I used to just write and make music for me hoping someone would hear me. I just hope my fans feel my love for them from this project as much as I always feel their love and support. I’m so grateful.”
Tracklist
01 Natural
02 By My Side
03 Free (I’m Gonna Be)
04 Another Day
05 Natural (Korean Ver.)
About GSoul
Kim Ji-Hyun, professionally known as GSoul, is a South Korean singer-songwriter. He first made his debut under JYP Entertainment with the release of his EP Coming Home on January 19, 2015. On June 6, 2017, it was revealed that he left JYP and would be joining H1ghr Music after becoming an asset and senior in his previous label. In 2001, GSoul met JYP through an audition show on SBS called ‘Prodigy Growth 99% (영재육성 프로젝트 99%)’. Before debuting as a solo artist in South Korea, GSoul received recognition in the country and some parts of America for being a “protege”. He is considered to be JYP’s longest trainee, having been trained for 15 years before debuting. He was 12 years old when he began training. In December of 2017, he announced he enlisted in his mandatory military service as an active-duty soldier and was discharged from the Republic of Korea Army on September 4th, 2019. GSoul is well-loved across his social media platforms via Instagram and Twitter.
BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE is a seven-member Japanese male J-pop group formed by LDH, and signed to rhythm zone of Avex Group.
The name “BALLISTIK BOYZ” comes from the fact that the members’ vocals and rap continuously change depending on the song and their image, which resembles a bolt of lightning.
The group was formed in a collaboration of HIRO and DOBERMAN INFINITY during VOCAL BATTLE AUDITION 5. debuted with their first album, BALLISTIK BOYZ, on May 22, 2019.
We would like to thank the members of BALLISTIK BOYZ and their management for this interview, and wish them all the best in all their endeavors.
Please introduce yourselves to our readers.
Miku Fukahori: I’m Miku Fukahori, 22 years old. I’m always playing the fool and in charge of creative projects.
Rikiya Okuda: I’m Rikiya Okura, and I’m 22 years old. I’ve often been called the life of the party within the group!
Masahiro Sunada: I’m Masahiro Sunada! International fans and my friends overseas call me Masa! I’m 21 years old and the youngest! In the group, I’m the one who organizes and summarizes the opinions at rehearsals and meetings.
Ryuta Hidaka: I’m Ryuta Hidaka. I’m the oldest in the group. I mainly support and bring the group together, but I also think it is my role to lead from the front. I like to be active, so I always go out on my days off. I go out to exercise or go shopping.
Yoshiyuki Kano: I’m Yoshiyuki Kano from BALLISTIK BOYZ, and I’m 25 years old! I’m the vocalist in the group. My style is that I have a voice of great volume!
I’m often in charge of MC and a straight man!
Ryusei Kainuma: I’m the rapper of BALLISTIK BOYZ, and I’m 22 years old!
Riki Matsui: I’m Riki Matsui, 21 years old and the blonde boy in BALLISTIK BOYZ!
Tell us how you got in the music scene and what drove you to audition for the
Group?
Rikiya Okuda: Originally, I started dancing because I admired EXILE. I studied in New York, where I discovered singing and rapping and had more opportunities to work as a musical artist.
Ryuta Hidaka: When I thought about my dream seriously at 15, I loved singing, and because of EXILE’s influence, I aimed to become a singer. I chased my dream, aiming only to become a member of EXILE TRIBE. Since I heard about the audition, I thought this could be the chance, so I attended the audition with no hesitation.
How would you describe the BALLISTIK BOYZ sound and vibe in one word?
Yoshiyuki Kano: I’ve been talking about this for a long time, but versatility fits well!
Miku Fukahori: Versatility.
Which song by BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE would you recommend to anyone who may not be familiar with your music?
Masahiro Sunada: It will be “Animal” because this song can be called our representative song!!
Riki Matsui: “Animal”!!!
Share with us some of the most memorable moments that you’ve had since youbegan your career.
Ryusei Kainuma: The moment when we were in LA, shooting the MV of “TENHANE-1000%-” which is recorded in the debut album. It was the place, country, where BALLISTIK BOYZ aimed for, so I was happy that we could shoot our MV there and begin our career. That is why it’s the memory that will last forever, and we were determined to pursue the dream of “global expansion.”
Ryuta Hidaka: Promotion activities in South East Asia. It was my first time going to these countries and holding live concerts overseas, so every day was stimulating and became a great experience.
Could you name some of your musical inspirations?
Rikiya Okuda: EXILE, of course, but I also loved Michael Jackson, Chris Brown, and more since
my youth and was inspired by their music!
Riki Matsui: Tyler The Creator
What are your hobbies other than music or dance-related activities?
Yoshiyuki Kano: Right now, I’m hooked on poker! It’s a mind sport that uses your head and is super fun!
Miku Fukahori: Drawing, fishing, baseball, golf
What is your favourite food and beverage?
Ryusei Kainuma: My favourite food is sushi. For the sushi topping, I especially like Hon Maguro O-toro (Bluefin, the fattiest portion of tuna).” My favorite drink is sparkling water.
Riki Matsui: Udon, Sprite
Where do you see yourself doing in 10 years?
Masahiro Sunada: I want to represent Japan and work all over the world, gain success and fame to
the point that when people think of Japanese people, they think of Masa!
Ryuta Hidaka: Pursue my dream as a group and do things that I want to do as an individual.
I want to be an adult who is always shining and, in a good way, who never forgets
the inner child.
What are your goals and hopes for BALLISTIK BOYZ from EXILE TRIBE?
Rikiya Okuda: The group’s dream is to become a music group that can stand out in the world
and successfully hold the world stadium tours.
Yoshiyuki Kano: Even now, I surely aim at becoming a musical artist who can do great overseas!
We haven’t been abroad for two years, but I would like to practice hard so we can
immediately go and have live concerts overseas as well.
Please tell us what we should listen to in the new album “PASS THE MIC”
Ryusei Kainuma: This album is filled with all of our activities until today, and it not only describes
the growth of BALLISTIK BOYZ but also our thoughts on “global expansion.” We aim to go full-scale into the world from now on…and we hope you all can understand our feelings.
Miku Fukahori: It’s like the culmination of our first chapter and the album filled with everything of
our past. The new song also has sounds we never used, and I think it is even more mature.
-J.Chung.
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Squid Game is a melodramatic series; with a sense of satire, that has taken Netflix by storm putting South Korea on the map. The “grueling” horrific and dramatic series revolves around individuals in a battle royale with a bid to win the grand prize and most importantly, remain alive. The 456 players; who have failed in life owing to various circumstances, are given a chance to redeem themselves through a survival game; where they stand to win a life-changing amount of money. To their surprise, the game turns out to be a bloodbath with losing in any of the children’s games literally attributing to losing one’s life. Since there is no quitting option, alliances are formed and broken on convenience basis as each participant strives to remain alive.
Despite brutality overwhelming the series, diverse relatable themes pop out throughout the episodes, which further amplifies Squid Game’s eminence beyond the Korean peninsula. Capitalism is a crucial theme, which is seen to result in most of the players’ economic plight, which consequentially forces them to participate in the nerve-wrecking battle royale. In overall, the interactions amongst the stressed players; whose only survival is to be the last man standing, outlines human drive while exhibiting their true motivation. Although of a horrific genre, Squid Game poses an intriguing question regarding human kind and sustainability, which is whether humans have a chance at redeeming their nature or whether the callous environment; created by survival for the fittest laws, will overwhelm them. Here is a career overview of Squid Game’s main actors concerning the acting roles they have undertaken throughout their acting career.
Lee Jung Jae (as Seong Gi Hun)
In Squid Game, Lee Jung Jae plays the main protagonist whose gambling issues and poverty coerces him to participate in the battle royale. The icon started off as a fashion model before venturing into acting with his first appearance being in the Dinosar Teacher TV drama in 1993, which was ensued by The Young Man, Feelings series and Sandglass drama. Lee’s eminence in the Korean entertainment arena grew giving him roles in other numerous acting ventures. Lee’s films include Albatross, Fire Bird, Father vs. Son, An Affair, City of the Rising Sun, The Uprising, Interview, Il Mare, Asako in Ruby Shoes, Last Present, MOB 2025, The Last Witness, Over the Rainbow, Oh! Brothers, Typhoon, The Accidental Gangster and the Mistaken Courtesan, The Housemaid, El Fin del Mundo, The Thieves , New World, The Face Reader, Big Match, Assassination, Tik Tok, Operation Chromite , Warriors of the Dawn, Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds, Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days, Svaha: The Sixth Finger, Trade Your Love, Deliver Us from Evil, Wiretap, and Hunt. Lee also participated in several TV shows including Love Is Blue, Snail, White Nights, Air City, Triple, Chief of Staff, Delayed Justice and Dramaworld 2. The icon has won various awards; including over 12 awards for the Best Actor category, and even managed to secure notable endorsements; including the recent Gucci ambassadorship.
Park Hae Soo (as Cho Sang Woo)
Park Hae Soo stands out as the main protagonist’s younger friend whose financial misfortune stems from misappropriation of company funds. Apart from Squid Game, Park is famous for his overwhelmingly stunning performance in the 2017’s Prison Playbook television series. Park debuted in the acting field through the 2007’s Mister Lobby musical theatre. Park also appeared in other musical theater performances including in the Annapurna, The Strongest Comedy Mr. Lobby, Adolescence, Hero, 39 Stairs, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Chorus – Oedipus, Full of Flowers, The Seagull, Samcheon, The Goddess is Watching, Macbeth, Frankenstein, Man From Us, Judo Boy, and Full for Love. The idol participated in television series including God of War, Me and Mom and Dad and Grandma and Anna, Six Flying Dragons, Legend of the Blue Sea, The Liar and His Lover, Memories of the Alhambra, Persona, Racket Boys, Chimera, Suriname, and Money Heist. Park has also engaged in various films including The Pirates, Minority Opinion, Master, Yacha, and Ghost. Apart from Squid Game, the three-time winner for the Best New actor category is quiet famous for his By Quantum Physics: A Nightlife Venture and Time to Hunt acting performances.
Wi Ha Joon (as Hwang Jun Ho)
Wi Ha Joon debuted as a model before diving into the acting field by starring in the Peace in Them short film back in 2012. Ha Joon has acted in numerous films including Coin Locker Girl, Bad Guys Always Die, Eclipse, Anarchist from Colony, The Chase, Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum, Girl Cops, Shark: The Beginning, and Midnight. Ha Joon’s television series appearances include; Goodbye Mr. Black, My Golden Life, Island Trio, Matrimonial Chaos, Soul Mechanic, Bad and Crazy, and K Project. Interestingly, Ha Joon was a cast in the With Coffee’s webtoon series and received several nominations for Best New Actor between 2018 and 2019. Ha Joon is best known for his role in Something in the Rain, 18 Again and Romance Is a Bonus Book.
Jung Ho Yeon (as Kang Sae Byeok)
Jung Ho Yeon started her career as a freelance model before making it to the eminent Seoul Fashion Week events where she was ranked 2nd in the 4th season of Korea’s Next Top Model. She ventured the international runway by modeling in the New York Fashion Week, which credited her a Luis Vuitton’s global ambassadorship in 2016. During her modelling career, Ho Yeon earned catchy titles including “red haired Asian”, “the world’s current ‘it’ girl” in 2021, and “one of Seoul’s top modelling talents”, which credited her massive following on her social media accounts. The diva ventured into acting by casting in Squid Game; an appearance that has further heightened her eminence in Korea and beyond.
O Yeong Su (as Oh Il Nam)
O Yeong Su takes up the role of an elderly man with early signs of dementia and brain tumor in Squid Game. The veteran actor debuted his career in 1963 through theatre performances as a member on The Square crew. Yeong Su has participated in several theater shows including ‘피고지고 피고지고’, I Love You / ‘그대를 사랑합니다’, King Lear / ‘리어왕’, 배웅’, The Tempest / ‘템페스트’, Prince Yeonseon, the Problematic Figure / ‘문제적 인간 연산’, Fathers and Sons / ‘아버지와 아들’, ‘갈매기’, and ‘천덕구씨가 사는 법’. Yeogn Su has appeared in film ventures including The Soul Guardians, A Little Monk, and Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter… and Spring. The legend also appeared in several television films including The First Republic, The Fairy Of Shampoo, Queen Seondeok, The Return of Iljimae, and God of War. In 2021, Yeong Su offered his rich vocals as a narrator for KBS’s Documentary 3 Days television show. Apart from receiving the Order of Cultural Merit state honors for his contribution in promoting South Korea’s cultural assets globally, Yeong Su; who claims to have participated in over 200 productions as of 2013, has won over three Best Actor awards for his outstanding skills.
Heo Sung Tae (as Jang Deok Su)
Heo Sung Tae plays the terrifying Deok Su in in Squid game. Sung Tae began acting in 2011 after winning the Miraculous Audition (기적의 오디션) talent show. The performer has acted in films including; Masquerade, Handshake, Man on High Heels, Haemoo, The Royal Tailor. Martial Arts Detective: Chinatown, Three Summer Night, The Night of the Prophet, The Bros, The Swindlers, A Man’s True Colors, Eyes Wide Open, Rampant, Mal-Mo-E: The Secret Mission, The 12th Suspect, The Divine Move 2: The Wrathful, Black Money, Hitman: Agent Jun, Collectors, Stellar, Boys, and Hunt. Sung Tae’s television films include; Jeong Do-jeon, Bride of the Century, Saimdang, Light’s Diary, Tunnel, Queen for Seven Days, Live Up to Your Name, Witch at Court, Cross, Your Honor, Big Forest, Liver or Die, Different Dreams, Voice 3: City of Accomplices , Watcher, Psychopath Diary, King Maker: The Change of Destiny, Beyond Evil, Racket Boys, The Silent Sea, and Red Single Heart. Apart from Squid Game, Sung Tae is eminent for his role in The Age of Shadows thriller, The Outlaws, and Your Honor.
Anupam Tripathi (as Ali Abdul)
Anupam Tripathi acts as a Pakistani father who lives and works (as an undocumented laborer) in South Korea in a bid to provide for his family. The South Korean based Indian actor started acting in this 3rd year of university where he participated in commercials and plays. Anupam’s first acting appearance was for the 2014’s Ode to My Father film. Anupam has appeared in several television films including; Hogu’s Love, Let’s Eat 2, Descendants of the Sun, Just Between Lovers, Revolutionary Love, Arthdal Chronicles, Strangers from Hell, Hospital Playlist, and Taxi Driver. The Indian actor also participated in numerous films including The Phone, Asura: The City of Madness, Luck Key, Heart Blackened, The Heartbeat Operator, Miss and Mrs. Cops, Space Sweepers, and The 8th Night. The New Delhi’s National School of Drama graduate and South Korea’s Korea National University of Arts attendee also participated in the ‘불량청년’ stage play in 2015 and became the 1st Ulsan International Film Festival in 2021.
Kim Joo Ryoung (as Han Minyeo)
Kim Joo Ryoung plays the manipulative weird woman who initially claims to be a new mother in Squid Game. Joo Ryoung began her acting career in 2000 with the Plum Blossom film. The performer has since appeared in various films including; Sorum, You Are My Sunshine, Mr. Housewife, One Shining Day, Four Horror Tales: Roommate, No Mercy for the Rude, Paradise Murdered, Texture of Skin, My Dear Enemy, Handphone, I’m in Trouble, Re-encounter, Silenced, Sleepless Night, Bluebeard, The Mayor, Land of Happiness, Feng Shui, Spring Again, By Quantum Physics: A Nightlife Venture, The Snob, Recalled, and Taste of Horror – Rehabilitation. Joo Ryoung appeared in television series including Andante, Queen of Mystery 2, Mr. Sunshine, The Ghost Detective, Sky Castle, Babel, Welcome to Waikiki 2, Voice, Doctor John, Drama Stage – Woman with a Bleeding Ear, and Sabotage City. The talented actress also participated in the The School Nurse Files webtoon series. Apart from Squid Game, Joo Ryoung is known for her performance in Memories of Murder, Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny, and When My Love Blooms.
—-P. Earlkh
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