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16Feb
“I Hate This Love Song”: Anti-Love Songs
Valentine’s Day is a day of love for many people, but for singles, it’s a painful reminder of how forever alone we are. All the candy, flowers, and romantic plans can get pretty annoying, but we shouldn’t let that get to us. Valentine’s Day... Read More
15Feb
Topp Dogg Houston Showcase Review
`Texas has been a steadily growing market for KPOP music, with many acts visiting Dallas on tours. That being said, it was only a matter of time before Houston received some of the KPOP love and 12 member boy group Topp Dogg was happy to spread it... Read More
8Jan
Plagiarism Controversy: Did Taeyang Copy the Instrumentals for “Eyes, Nose, Lips?”
2014’s undisputable hit, Taeyang’s “Eyes, Nose, Lips” (ENL), seems to be embroiled in some controversy lately as amateur artist Derrick Bullock accuses him and YG Entertainment of plagiarism. Bullock claims the instrumentals for “ENL”... Read More
4Jan
Top Ten Albums of 2014
Top Ten Albums of 2014 Besides individual songs, there are many great albums that dominated 2014. In fact, there were so many good albums, it is difficult to choose the most impressive ones without careful consideration. After some diligent thought,... Read More
31Dec
Joelle’s Top 50 Song for 2014: 20-11
The end is in sight with our countdown of 2014’s top songs. At this point, it’s clear some really great songs were left off, but then the list would be hundreds of songs in, and really, “ain’t nobody got time for that” to quote the... Read More
20Dec
Looking back on the K-dramas from the beginning of the ‘Hallyu’ era
Most K-drama fans would agree that once you start watching K-drama that suits your taste, it’s difficult to drop watching halfway through when the storyline unfolds. Some writers would even go as far is re-writing the storyline at the last... Read More
17Dec
B.A.P Lawsuit: TS Official Statement, B.A.P-Camp Responds
On December 5, 2014, TS Entertainment finally released an official response regarding the lawsuit B.A.P filed against them for “slave contracts.” The statement released by TS states how they tried to contact B.A.P members and their families and... Read More
13Dec
Christmas Playlist Recommendations
December is here, and that means the holidays are just days away! Throughout the year, the Asian music scene brings listeners’ bubbly sounds and memorable pop and rock hits, but what about during the holidays and winter months? Asian artists do... Read More
3Dec
B.A.P Files Lawsuit Against TS Entertainment: What We Know
On November 26, 2014, X-Sports News reported all six members of B.A.P filed a lawsuit against TS Entertainment. Many fans and the media were surprised, but the news was not shocking. Since May 2014, there were rumors B.A.P were working on a lawsuit... Read More
30Nov
Album Review: MC Mong Miss Me or Diss Me
Following a nearly five-year hiatus, MC Mong made his return November 3 with his full-length album Miss Me or Diss Me. Since its release, the title song earned wins on Music Core and Inkigayo, the latter win causing a weird silence to befall the... Read More
26Nov
VIXX Dazzled, Limelight Fizzled at Chicago VIXX ShowcaseVIXX Chicago Set List
On a drizzly, dreary Saturday November 22, VIXX stopped by Star Plaza Theatre in Merrillville, Indiana for one of two U.S stops. For a month leading up to the concert, excited fans gathered on the Chicago VIXX!!!! Facebook fan page to discuss their... Read More
26Nov
Review: Zico’s “Tough Cookie” (ft. Don Mills)
On November 6, Block B’s Zico released his solo single “Tough Cookie.” The song and MV caused a rift between fans due to its polarizing rap. It’s catchy-though-over-processed bridge leads to a repetitive chorus, but the lyrics cover a lot... Read More
3Nov
Incheon International Airport, currently rated the best airport in the world
If you’re ever planning to visit Korea – you’re likely to come through Incheon International Airport if you’re travelling from outside Asia. In this article, I provide info on the best rated airport in the world, why and when the... Read More
3Nov
Traditional and Modern Ghost Tales from China
China and Hong Kong have a rich history of ghost stories that have been around for centuries. Even today, some of these stories live on and others have been added. Today, many in China have claimed to experience some paranormal occurrences while... Read More
3Nov
The Hauntings of Korea
Like Japan, Korea also has its share of tales of things that go bump in the night. Whether you’re studying for an exam or taking a soothing dip, you better always keep an eye out for some ghosts and spirits because some may intend to kill! Mul... Read More
8Oct
“Tat” is the Story (The Sequel)
Tattoos, in many cases, are cool. On some idols, tattoos look great even if they’re fake. Zelo (L) and Himchan’s (R) tattoos were a result of Henna art. In Himchan’s image, you can see it being applied/via TS Entertainment and Twicsy... Read More
2Oct
Jessica, no longer a GG
Things have not been going so smoothly for Girls Generation for the past few months. It was September 29th, when Jessica, the member of Girls Generation posted on Weibo that she is no longer part of the group and that she has been kicked out. She... Read More
29Sep
ZE:A’s Lee Hoo Going Against His Company?
A few days ago, the leader of an idol group Lee Hoo decided to stick up for his team members. He wrote on his SNS that his company, Star Empire Entertainment wasn’t paying them what they deserve. He said that out of 10, the company takes seven... Read More
27Sep
Korean Fashion Styles
Korean people are known for their casual, but unique fashion styles. Many have great style and when I was looking through some Korean fashion magazines, I was amazed by the concepts and how much effort is put into every little detail. Have... Read More
27Sep
Movie Theater Movies 2014
There have been numerous movies that were released in 2014 and I would like to introduce you to a couple of my favorites! Hot Young Bloods This movie is set in 1980’s background in Heongseong, South Korea. Young-Sook is the leader of a gang at... Read More
9Sep
