If you thought this series was dead, you’d be right. Oops. Self-deprecation aside, let’s get into it because I genuinely think this one has all wins. —— AQUA – “Log …
Read More »[Review] Yubin goes disco on “Thank U Soooo Much”, which surprisingly highlights her vocals
As unfortunate as the disbandment of Wonder Girls continues to be, it’s freed up the group’s members to deliver some truly fantastic solo work. Sunmi has been on a hot …
Read More »[Review] WINNER’s Mino takes a big musical risk and sees it pay off on “Fiance”
A solo album from WINNER‘s Mino seemed to be speculated about forever, but he finally got his solo debut with ‘XX‘ and recently released the music video for “Fiance“. Surprisingly …
Read More »[Review] NU’EST W don’t need much assistance as dramatic “Help Me” continues their resurgence
Many of the ‘Produce 101‘-spawned project groups have thrilled in fits and starts, but the series’ most enduring legacy will likely be NU’EST W (and eventually NU’EST as a whole). …
Read More »[Review] Lovelyz remain consistent, this time with maturer sound on “Lost N Found”
The quality I most appreciate in Lovelyz’s music is the very same one that may turn some listeners off. Since debut, the girls have pursued a specific synth-pop sound – …
Read More »[Review] NATURE’s disjointed “You’ll Be Mine” doesn’t always work but strikes a nice balance
I’m not sure how or why I missed out on writing a review of NATURE’s August debut “Allegro Cantabile“. I liked the track quite a bit, and over the course …
Read More »[Review] NCT 127’s “Simon Says” sparse on melody, but its experimental nature wins out
When it comes to NCT 127 title tracks, I’ve learned never to let my first impression color my final thoughts. I’m almost always underwhelmed the first time through, and that’s …
Read More »[Review] EXID go with different sounds on “I Love You” and some of them work
I’m a big fan of artists sticking with a small circle of producers for the bulk of their career. Even when their music branches into new terrain, this kind of …
Read More »Deep Cuts: Weki Meki, WINNER, TWICE, Han Yohan, BoA
Deep Cuts has returned, folks. It’s a miracle. Time to quickly catch up on months of shit before the year-end list. —— Weki Meki – “Metronome” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLUZNPMzfpI “Metronome” captured my …
Read More »[Review] Highlight’s “Loved” is a goodbye song that at least tries
Arriving the day after a farewell track from Wanna One, we’ve got another farewell song of sorts from Highlight. The nine-year-old group aren’t disbanding, but members are preparing to serve …
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