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Doechii Delivers Grammy-Nominated Brilliance at Tiny Desk
Doechii, affectionately known as the “Swamp Princess,” has risen as one of music’s most exciting and fearless voices. Born Jaylah Hickmon in Tampa, Florida, she’s built a reputation for seamlessly blending rap, R&B, and experimental sounds to craft a style that is uniquely her own.
City Pop Singer CECILIA Sings About a One-sided Crush in “Don’t Go Dancing”
City pop, as a music genre, is rich with themes of longing, nostalgia, joy, and happiness. Rooted in the sounds of 1980s and 1990s Asian music, particularly from Japan and Korea, it blends elements of jazz, touches of disco, and a whole lot of dance in the songs.
Indie Artist gini Sets on Her Debut Tour in India
The indie music scene in India is steadily gaining new talent. With new songs pouring in almost every day, it is amazing to see the sheer determination and talent that take the stage. One such talent is gini, a young teenager from the hills of Dehradun. She writes, produces, and sings her own songs.
EPEX Unveils ‘Youth Chapter 2 : YOUTH DEFICIENCY’ – A Musical Journey Through Growing Pains and Personal Growth
EPEX returns with a new chapter in their emotionally charged Youth Chapter 2: YOUTH DEFICIENCY. This highly anticipated follow-up to Youth Chapter 1: YOUTH DAYS, released in April 2024, continues the exploration of youth’s struggles and triumphs, diving deeper into the complexities of growing up, embracing imperfections, and confronting the inner challenges of adolescence.
ENHYPEN’s ROMANCE : UNTOLD Rockets Back into Billboard 200 Top 10, Shattering Records
K-Pop sensation ENHYPEN has once again proven their unstoppable global appeal as their 2nd studio album, ROMANCE : UNTOLD, re-entered the Billboard 200 at an impression No. 7. This marks its 13th week on the chart, following its debut in July. The comeback into the top 10 is fueled by the astonishing success of the album’s repackage album, which sold an unprecedented 1.4 million copies in just one week, setting a new record for the highest-selling repackage edition in K-Pop history.
G-Dragon Returns with New Single “Home Sweet Home” Featuring Bandmates Daesung & Taeyang
K-Pop is seeing one of the most stunning comebacks this year. G-Dragon, aka Kwon Ji Young, is finally making a comeback after several years of hiatus. The “King of K-Pop” took to his social media to tease fans about new music in October. Since then, he has steadily made an appearance in public and on talk shows to talk about his music journey and upcoming music releases.
EVNNE Unveils New Digital Single “景色 (KESHIKI)”: An Uplifting Anthem for Dreamers and Doers Everywhere
EVNNE is excited to announce the release of their latest digital single, “景色 (KESHIKI),” which dropped on November 5—a high-energy, rock-infused anthem that was first introduced at EVNNE’s exclusive ‘EVNNEING-PRESSO’ fan meeting in early November. “景色 (KESHIKI)” was created as a heartfelt gift for the band’s loyal fans. The song was crafted during the preparation for this special event, and its meaning runs deep for both the band and their supporters.
Kep1er Achieves Historic Milestones with Sixth Mini Album ‘TIPI-TAP’ on Billboard Charts
K-Pop sensation Kep1er, a South Korean girl group formed by CJ ENM through the Mnet reality competition show Girls Planet 999 in 2021, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with their 6th mini album, TIPI-TAP. The group made their debut on several prestigious Billboard charts, marking a significant moment in their career.
AleXa Unleashes "ENEMY”: A Bold Anthem of Betrayal and Liberation
AleXa is back with a vengeance, dropping her latest single, "ENEMY"—a dynamic K-Pop track brimming with intensity, defiance, and emotional rawness. Known for pushing boundaries, AleXa’s new song marks her triumphant return to her K-Pop roots, delivering an empowering message of breaking free from toxic ties.
MISAMO Returns with Second Mini Album ‘HAUTE COUTURE’ & Announces First Dome Tour
MISAMO, the powerhouse Japanese subunit of TWICE — one of Asia’s top girl groups — comprises MINA, SANA, and MOMO, is set to captivate fans once again with their second mini-album, HAUTE COUTURE, releasing on November 6, 2024. MISAMO’s name embodies their mission to charm audiences with their music and mesmerize them with their exceptional performances. The group’s lead single, “Identity,” reflects themes of individuality and self-expression, encouraging listeners to embrace their values and inner strength.
K-Pop Girl Group Billlie Set to Blossom this Winter for Their Grand American Tour
Fourth Generation K-Pop icon Billlie is set to bring their mesmerizing stages to the North and South America leg of their ‘Our FLOWERLD (Belllie've You)’ World Tour which started earlier this year in Europe.
Following the successes of their European leg of the year and recent mini-album, Appendix: Of All We Have Lost, Billlie will be performing for more of their international fans in over 10+ cities like Chicago, Toronto, Bogotá, and Los Angeles. Billlie is ready to continue their international debut, bringing fans an unforgettable tour experience filled with surprises.
Feel the Heat: Psychic Fever Announces High-Energy North American Tour
PSYCHIC FEVER from EXILE TRIBE is set to embark on their first-ever U.S. tour, titled ‘PSYCHIC FEVER: First U.S. Tour 2025,’ in collaboration with Konnect'd Entertainment. This rising Japanese group, known for their energetic fusion of hip-hop, R&B, and J-Pop influences, will perform in six major cities across the United States. The tour begins in Washington, D.C., on February 2 and will include stops in New York (Feb. 5), Chicago (Feb. 8), Dallas (Feb. 10), and Seattle (Feb. 12), before concluding in Los Angeles on February 14.
K-Pop’s First Hard-of-Hearing Boy Band Big Ocean Drops Debut Mini Album ‘Follow’
Big Ocean, K-Pop's first hard-of-hearing boy band, is ready to make waves with their debut mini-album ‘Follow’ released on November 12. Building on the success of their earlier digital singles “Glow,” “BLOW,” and “SLOW,” this album introduces the fresh track “FLOW,” produced by Grammy-winner Mark Batson, who is known for his work with Eminem, Beyoncé, and Alicia Keys.
“1-800 Taly” — Talyana’s New Single Released: a Self-Love Anthem With a 2000s Twist
Sacramento’s rising R&B artist Talyana returns with her latest single: “1-800 TALY,” a song that takes listeners on a journey of self-love and resilience. The track channels the nostalgia of early 2000s R&B while blending in a fresh, contemporary vibe. Talyana’s vocal prowess shines through her four-octave range, adding depth to every note and infusing the song with energy and emotion.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER Revisits Their Debut Era with ‘The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY’
K-Pop icons TOMORROW X TOGETHER released their latest installment to their The Chapter series The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY on November 4. Marking their 7th mini-album, the members YEONJUN, SOOBIN, BEOMGYU, TAEHYUN and HUENINGKAI introduce the listeners to a blissful storyline through the exploration of romance in a subtle, yet passionate and youthful perspective. The overarching theme of the six-track album depicts the members in the honeymoon phase of a relationship, from the sweet melodies of “Heaven” and “Forty One Winks” to the more intense and feisty tracks such as “Danger” and “Resist (Not Gonna Run Away).” The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY also features the members revisiting a promise made to a lover in their debut project “Nap of a Star” about a reunion under a starlit sky. The album’s concepts “KNIGHT,” “SAVIOUR,” “LOVER,” AND “ANGEL,” all depict love in various worlds. For instance, the members take on the role of the knight-in-shining armor alongside motorcycles in the “KNIGHT” version, thus giving a modern twist to the old-age romantic trope of a prince on a white horse. On the other hand, the “SAVIOUR” concept includes visually striking images inspired by the works of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Snow Queen.
OMEGA X Captures the Feeling of Youth in ‘Cool My Head’
Getting trapped in the mundanity of life is something that everyone can identify with, and it’s exactly what 11-member K-Pop group OMEGA X speaks about in their latest Japanese pre-release, “Cool My Head.” Unlike other groups, OMEGA X consists entirely of members that have appeared on various survival shows or have previously debuted in past groups, giving them a unique background and perspective on life's challenges.
Legendary Group SEVENTEEN Shines on ‘Good Morning America’
Global phenomenon SEVENTEEN has captivated U.S. audiences once more with their show-stopping debut performance on Good Morning America where they delivered their new single, “LOVE, MONEY, FAME (feat. DJ Khaled)” of their most recent album release titled SPILL THE FEELS. SEVENTEEN’s flawless vocals and perfectly synchronized choreography left millions absolutely enchanted by them, marking yet another milestone in their amazing journey so far.
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SEVENTEEN Returns to the U.S. with ‘SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE]’ Tour in Chicago
On October 22, 2024, SEVENTEEN launched their highly anticipated U.S. tour, SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN U.S., with an electrifying debut in Chicago.
RADWIMPS Vocalist Yojiro Noda Releases His First Solo Album
The fans of Makoto Shinkai movies, ‘Your Name’ and ‘Weathering with You’, would be familiar with RADWIMPS, the Japanese rock band that provided memorable soundtracks for each film. As a collective, the band has been making notable and award-winning compositions, but the members individually are also quite the talented bunch. Yojiro Noda, RADWIMPS’ frontman, began his journey as a solo singer just last month!
ENHYPEN and ENGENEs Unite in New Song “Home” for Documentary ‘FANMADE’
ENHYPEN, the trailblazing boyband under BELIFT LAB, has just released their latest single “Home,” a powerful and emotionally charged anthem that highlights the deep connection between the group and ENGENEs, their fans. The track serves as the feature song for the upcoming documentary FANMADE set to debut in AMC theaters nationwide on November 8th. Produced by Hello Sunshine and Good-People, this documentary captures the magic of ENHYPEN’s journey, celebrating the undeniable bond between the band and their global fanbase.