28Oct
A Spoiler-Free Review of Love Like a K-Drama
There are plenty of romantic reality shows out there. From Love is Blind to The Bachelor to Single’s Inferno–there’s a plethora to choose from. What makes these shows great? Unpredictability, romance, and drama. Get ready for a... Read More
15Aug
B.A.P is Back (Well, Kind Of!)
Some of B.A.P is back!! Debuting as a boy band in 2012, four out of six members are back and ready to show the world their music talents once again. After a six-year dry spell, fans wondered if a return would ever happen. But now they’ve debuted a... Read More
15Apr
HOPE ON THE STREET: Episodes 3 + 4 Review
Episode 3 continues with episode 2’s guest, Boogaloo Kin. This time the focus is on locking. There’s a great performance to RM’s song “Still Life” at the beginning of the episode. J-Hope exudes so much joy dancing with Boogaloo Kin... Read More
6Apr
Hope on the Street
HOPE ON THE STREET opens with J-Hope saying, “I’m about to start my military service, so this was a chance for me to look back on my life. What is it that made me who I am today? The answer I kept coming to was dance. If I didn’t have... Read More
6Dec
Red Velvet Chill Kill Album Review
This third full-length album from Red Velvet is a sonic adventure that truly displays the group’s evolution as professional artists. The incredible soundscapes created show their explosive dynamic as a collective and the lyrics of some... Read More
5Dec
5 Christmas Movies with Asian Leads to Stream
Thanksgiving has come and gone, it’s time to put away the turkey and bring out the Christmas films. There are always tons of choices, but when it comes to representation of the Asian community within Christmas movies, the choices are very... Read More
4Dec
Crush’s Wonderego Album Review
Wonderego is a well-crafted album with 19 tracks, each having Crush’s signature on them. He was heavily involved in this project, from the lyrics to production, and this proves he is successful at his craft on multiple levels. Here’s how... 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
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
Is The Good Bad Mother Really That Good?
The Good Bad Mother has been causing a stir online since it hit Netflix. Heartfelt, drama-filled, and…action sequences? Yes, it truly does have it all. But is The Good Bad Mother really the best drama to hit Netflix this year? The hype... Read More
19Apr
Song Review: Bang Yong Guk’s “Green” Perfect for Spring
Following the announcement he would embark on his Colors of Bang Yong Guk Tour, Bang Yong Guk dropped his latest single “Green.” Featuring Soovi, “Green” shows a softer side to Yong Guk compared to his tracks “Up,” “Off” and... Read More
22Mar
Why Twenty Five Twenty One Was So Special
Twenty Five Twenty One was one of the biggest dramas of 2022. I had it on my list for some time, and finally got around to it. It started slow for me, and then around episode 5 it became a binge. This drama was addictive because it had a good... Read More
20Jan
Rating 2022’s Debuts: Girl Group Edition
2022 has ended, so it’s that time of the year where we (and everyone else) do their “year-in-review” segments. Kcrush kicks off our year-in-review segments by rating the debuts from 2022. It should be prefaced that many K-Pop songs in recent... Read More
3Dec
Indigo: A Review of RM’s First Full-Length Solo Album
I cannot fully describe the level of excitement I had for this album. I am a huge fan of RM’s Mono, a mixtape that has stood the test of time and four years later is still one of my favorites. How does Indigo fair? Here’s my review.... Read More
28Jun
Ambitious Sound of Magic a Conversation Starter with Some Holes
Spoiler Warning: Review talks about key moments in the drama Trigger Warning: Review mentions self-harm, suicide, and abuse As one 2022’s most buzzworthy dramas, The Sound of Magic has plenty of promise. Based on the webtoon The Sound of... Read More
16Mar
