KCrush Interview With Silica Gel

“Brave New Sound,” band Silica Gel The band ‘Silica Gel’ is comprised of four members: Kim Hanjoo (keyboard/vocal), Kim Chunchu (guitar/vocal), Kim Geonjay (drums), and Choi Woonghee (bass). Their unique blend of...

24Jan

‘STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R’ theme song ‘stella’ features on new EP ‘Reverse’ by Japanese band SUIREN

Japanese band SUIREN released their new digital EP ‘Reverse’ on January 24, showcasing their unique keyboard-laced rock sound. SUIREN was formed in 2020 by vocalist Sui and keyboard player/arranger Ren. They have won praise for...

13Jan

Japanese artist Novel Core releases ‘Kingdom’ Season 5 ending theme song ‘RULERS’ and music video, out now!

Novel Core’s first single of 2024, ‘RULERS’, was released on Wednesday, January 10. The song has been selected as the closing theme to the fifth season of the anime series ‘Kingdom’, which will begin broadcasting...

12Jan

Japan’s NAQT VANE release first full-length album ‘Dispersion’, out now!

Japanese ensemble unit NAQT VANE have released their first full-length album, ‘Dispersion’, on Wednesday, January 10. The album title is a reference to the way that light is refracted through a gemstone. The strength to which...

26Dec

Phoenix Storm Unveils Festive Magic with K-Pop Christmas Single, “A Christmas Flavor”

Celebrated artist Phoenix Storm has once again captivated audiences with his latest musical masterpiece, “A Christmas Flavor.” The K-pop sensation, whose illustrious career spans over a decade, teams up with bass music producer...

18Dec

Japanese band THREE1989 release new single ‘Aiiro’, the ending theme song to TV Tokyo’s new ‘kiss×kiss×kiss’ series

Japanese band THREE1989, whose three members were each born in 1989 and whose band name is simply pronounced “Three”, have been selected to provide the ending theme tune to the new TV drama ‘kiss×kiss×kiss~LOVE ii...

11Dec

ZION.T RELEASES ‘V (PEACE)’ M/V FEATURING AKDONG MUSICIAN FROM ALBUM [Zip] via THEBLACKLABEL

South Korean Singer-Songwriter Zion.T releases the final single and music video “V (Peace) (feat. AKMU)” from his 10-track album titled via THEBLACKLABEL. The K-Pop sibling sensations deemed “prodigies’, Akdong...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.”...

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...

KCrush Interview With Silica Gel