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Feeling ‘Like The First Time’ with Jimmy Brown and Rovv in Los Angeles
November 13 finally arrived. Fans eagerly waited in line outside of 1720 in Los Angeles for the much-anticipated Like The First Time North American Tour of Korean R&B artist Jimmy Brown with hip-hop artist Rovv.
Interview: Jimmy Brown is “Typing…’’
We are excitedly counting down the days until we get to see Jimmy Brown with Rovv on the Like The First Time: North American Tour. Brown is an indie R&B singer-songwriter and producer from South Korea who has a growing fanbase around the world.
Eight LGBTQIA+ Artists to Listen to This Pride Month
In celebration of Pride month, it is important that we recognize brave artists in the industry whose powerful vocals, empowering messages, and real-life experiences challenge industry norms, becoming relatable and honest voices to the LGBTQIA+ community.
Interview: Discover New Music With the Click of This kursor
On May 29, 2023, BIXIZ XOUND artist, kursor, released his latest single, “Our Painted Night.” Straying away from the sounds of modern pop music, the song is a beautifully composed ballad that dives into a body of nostalgia.
K-Music Collaborations Part Two: Going International
Let’s hop on HALSUG’s musical plane and discover some new songs to add to your playlists.
When Languages Collide: 9 Korean & Latinx Collabs to Add to Your Playlist
Music knows no boundaries. In recent years, where digital communication and the era of globalization have taken the world by storm, the music industry has since thrived on cross-border collaborations, and we’re here for it!
SHAUN ‘On The Road’ To LA
On Friday, April 14, South Korean singer-songwriter and record producer SHAUN performed at 1720 in Los Angeles to kick off his first North American tour, On The Road. SHAUN debuted in the indie-rock band, The Koxx, in 2010 and pursued a solo career later in 2016. You may have heard his viral hit single “Way Back Home,” which became a breakthrough moment in his solo career, topping the music charts in South Korea and reaching new fans overseas. Furthermore, he’s worked with big-name artists such as BTS and EXO.
GEMINI Had LA Trippin’ On His Love
On Wednesday, March 22, South Korean R&B artist (rapper and producer) GEMINI performed at 1720 in Los Angeles for his 6th stop on the Still Blue Tour. GEMINI has been on his 10-city North American tour performing in cities like Atlanta and New York which HALSUG had the opportunity to cover.
Interview: Get to Know BIXIZ XOUND’s Rising R&B Star - TE.O
From a young age, TE.O has always loved music, but “[I] never thought of it as a profession,” he revealed to HALSUG. “As time went by, I came to a point where I started to wonder, 'what should I be doing with my life?' and I decided to pursue music, which I really enjoy.”
NYC Wants “More & More” of GEMINI
On Friday, March 18th, South Korean artist GEMINI took the stage at (Le) Poisson Rouge in New York City. This is the second tour stop on the Still Blue Tour, the artist’s first in North America.
Best Spotify Playlists to Keep an Eye on in 2023
We have compiled a list of Korean playlists we think you should watch out for this year that will introduce you to some of Korea’s trendiest and lesser-known artists that you definitely will not want to miss.
K-Music Collaborations Part One: When Genres Collide
Everyone loves when musicians delve into or combine different genres into their music, especially within the K-music scene. These genre blends are sometimes a great surprise, adding an extra charm to the artist’s brand, allowing them to draw in and attract listeners and fans from all sides of their musical endeavors.
Review: Dive into the Serene Sounds of oceanfromtheblue’s First Full-Length Album
Since making his debut in March 2018, with his EP album Luv-fi, singer-songwriter oceanfromtheblue has become a staple name within the K-R&B music scene. From starting out as an independent artist, sharing music on SoundCloud, to now being part of the Warner Music Korea family (signed to their subsidiary label Nostalgia Music), oceanfromtheblue has seen his musical craft go from strength to strength, with strong poetic lyricism and harmonious vocals making him one of the most diverse acts of Korean R&B.
An Extensive List Of 15 Korean R&B Artists To Add To Your Playlist This Year
When it comes to Korean music and artists, you may instantly think of K-pop, which we are becoming more familiar with due to its ever-growing popularity. However, a whole wave of Korean music exists outside of K-pop, with unique and talented artists bringing their music to life. Korean R&B is a notable example, with many underrated artists curating the perfect songs to enjoy and add to your playlist!