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Interview: K-R&B Artist SAAY Gets Candid About Her New Single “DOMINO,” Journey as a Musician, & More
SAAY is one of the most promising K-R&B artists on the block. She started her journey as a K-Pop idol and soon ventured on a solo path in 2017 to carve a place for herself in the music industry — forging a path of self-expression, discovery, and resilience.
Interview: Dive Deeper into K-Pop Star Hanbyeol’s Artistry With This Exclusive Interview
South Korean singer-songwriter Hanbyeol released a new pop single last month, titled “몽환 (Wish).” The song is a resplendent rendition, echoing the vibrance of summer and spring. The lyrics focus on delivering a message of loving oneself and starting afresh. This song is Hanbyeol’s second release of 2024, the first one being “Sweet Dreamz” which was released in January.
Interview: “Just Live Your Life!” Says Asian American Musician damnboy! as He Gets Candid on His New Album, Process & More
Speaking to a musician always leaves you with new bits of information each time. Like loads of song samples and demos stored on their devices, their brain holds a lot of ideas that are always great to chat over. A songwriter is no less than a philosopher who has ventured on a path to uncover mysteries of the world and the mind. While a song is an extension of an artist himself, once it is out in the world, it finds its place amongst other kindred spirits.
Interview: Roman Kayz Talks Debut EP, Inspiration, and His Writing Process
California based singer-songwriter Roman Kayz recently elevated his music with the release of “the trilogy” — three singles that tell an overarching story. The trilogy, made up of “like you said you would,” “how do i make you stay,” and “i can’t afford to love you” tell the story of a bad break up and the struggle of moving on.
Interview: Hemanth Jois Gets Candid About His Music, His Journey in the Kannada Film Industry and His New Single “Paralysed”
The South Indian film industry is known to produce banger tracks with almost every film. With the onset of viral reels on social media, the craze for these film scores has reached far and wide. After blockbuster hit films like KGF and Kantara, the Kannada film industry has slowly risen in the limelight. We had the chance to speak to one of the music composers from the Kannada music industry.
Interview: Indian Musician Gravero Shares a Heart-to-Heart About Success, Failures, and His Future Goals
We are no strangers to Passenger’s song “Let Her Go,” and those who find themselves indulging in indie music from India would agree when I say that Anuv Jain’s “HUSN” is a beautifully written track. If you have been active enough on social media, you might just find yourself crooning to a catchy mashup of these two songs. The maker of that viral mashup is none other than Gravero. The mashup has garnered over 15 million views on Instagram alone!
Interview: AleXa’s American Debut Single ‘sick,’ Authentic Exploration of Her Music, and Reflection on Career
AleXa, the first singer to win NBC’s American Song Contest in the United States with her song “Wonderland” and the first solo Korean artist to perform at iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball in December, is now making another mark in the music scene with her highly anticipated single “sick.”
Interview: With ‘Korean Mariah Carey,’ Sohyang: From Wanting to Give Up Music to a Six-Time ‘King of Mask Singer’ Winner
Sohyang, affectionately dubbed the "Korean Mariah Carey," recently released her track “BLESSING” ft. YDG. The song is inspired by the scene in the American movie Amadeus where Mozart creates the Requiem. Sohyang sat down for an interview with HALSUG to discuss her song, her journey, and more.
She first expressed gratitude for the comparison to the legendary vocalist. Despite acknowledging the vast difference in vocal prowess, Sohyang, who grew up on Mariah Carey’s music, said the title held an honorable place in her heart. "Her [Mariah Carey] vocal skills are the greatest in pop history," she admitted. “My skills are nowhere comparable to hers, but I tried my best to improve to be as skilled as her. I’m just too thankful.”
Interview: Weeekly Talks New Single “Stranger,” Global Expansion, and Fan Love
In an exclusive interview with HALSUG, the members of Weeekly provided insights into their upcoming single "Stranger," their growth as artists, and their plans for connecting with a global audience.
Interview: Dani Saldo Releases 'lost & found' and Shares Her Love for Writing, Healing Journey, and Future in Music
Living in Guelph, a few minutes from Toronto, pop singer-songwriter and disability and mental health activist Dani Saldo released her new single “lost & found” on January 20. This new single was written when Saldo was struggling, as she has undergone many life-changing experiences over the pandemic, including a car accident that led her to have post-concussion syndrome.
VANNER’s TAEHWAN and GON Get Candid About Their Christmas Special Single
K-Pop group VANNER’s TAEHWAN and GON released their Christmas special single “All I Want For Christmas Is You” on December 16, 2023. The song is a remake of Mariah Carey’s hit song of the same name. It features TAEHWAN’s smooth vocals with GON’s original rap verses. Following the song’s release the duo spoke to HALSUG about their single, inspiration, and shared a message to VVS!
K-Pop Boy Group 82Major Gets Candid About Their Debut
82MAJOR is one of the latest boy groups to debut in the second half of 2023. 82MAJOR is also Great M Entertainment’s first K-Pop boy group comprised of Nam Seong Mo, Park Seok Joon, Yoon Ye Chan, Cho Seong Il, Hwang Seong Bin and Kim Do Gyun.
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Interview: E’LAST Unveils a New Identity with ‘[iDENTIFICATION]’ and Gears Up for a Latin America Tour
In the ever-evolving world of K-Pop, E’LAST continues to carve their unique path, and their latest release, the 4th mini album [iDENTIFICATION], is a testament to their commitment to growth and exploration. HALSUG had the opportunity to interview the members, and they shared insights into the making of the album, memorable moments from the "Kiss me baby" music video shoot, and their excitement for the upcoming Latin America tour!
Interview: PURPLE KISS Takes Us Behind-The-Scenes of FESTA and US Tour
From “Sweet Juice” to their latest single, “7HEAVEN,” K-Pop group PURPLE KISS has made great strides in the industry since their debut in 2021.
Interview: From Big Hit Trainee to Independent Artist: The Musical Journey of JUNE
JUNE, the Korean R&B singer-songwriter, composer, and producer, has been working on songs with artists since 2016. Notably, as a former Big Hit Entertainment trainee, he worked closely with BTS, writing and composing songs like “Awake,” “Lost,” and “Not Today.” He worked with SURAN to create songs like “Wine,” and compose songs like “Love Story.”
Interview: Meet New:ID, the Newest P-Pop Group in Town as They Gear Up for Debut
With the ever-growing popularity of Philippine Pop around the world over the past few years thanks to the likes of groups such as SB19 and MNL48, P-Pop is finally making its way into the global music landscape with refreshing concepts and artistry. Such is the case with the upcoming group New:ID.
mimiirose Reflects the Gen-Z Style of Love and Life With Their Second Single Album ‘LIVE’
mimiirose, a recently debuted K-Pop girl group, is one of the newest girl groups on the block. True to their unique group name, the girls showcase a unique artistry with their songs. mimiirose debuted on September 16, 2022, with the single album ‘Awesome’ and title track “Rose” and have returned with their second single album, ‘LIVE.’
Interview: Discovering TFN—Shattering Cultural Boundaries, Their Beloved Blooms, and a Glimpse into Their Promising Future
In an exclusive interview with TFN, the dynamic K-Pop group known for their captivating music and energetic performances, the members share their thoughts on their recent single, "ICE CREAM," and their dreams of breaking language barriers with their music.
Interview: Patty Discusses His Songwriting Process, New Song “Disco/Love/Affection” & More
Patty, also known as “Patrick Shim,” is a Korean-American, K-RNB singer, songwriter, and producer based out of California. Through His music, he showcases captivating stories and conveys various emotions from his own life and imagination.
Interview: TOZ Unveils Their World Through ‘FLARE’
In the world of music, evolution is constant, and fresh voices continually emerge to redefine the industry's landscape. Today, we introduce you to TOZ, a remarkable Japanese quartet whose debut mini-album, FLARE, is sparking excitement and curiosity across the global music scene.