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Jai B.: From Los Angeles to K-Pop Stardom With "Never Let You Go"
Looking for a place on the top charts and his style, with his debut single "Never Let You Go." Jai B. emerges as a promising talent in the vibrant K-Pop industry. This cozy pop ballad, released on December 26, 2023, not only showcases his musical prowess but also reflects his journey from Los Angeles to the heart of Korean pop culture.
H1-KEY Continues Their H1-KEYnote Project with New Single, “Deeper”
SEOI, RIINA, HWISEO, and YEL, more commonly known as girl group H1-KEY, started their new project H1-KEYnote last month with the release of “Thinkin’ About You.” The aim of it has been to send comfort to everyone through the power of their music with no restrictions on their expressions. Through this project, they aim to share H1-KEY’s untold stories and messages with their fans, M1-KEY. “Thinkin’ About You” was received with nothing but love by M1-KEY and has so far garnered over 500k streams on Spotify and over 4M views on Youtube.
Rolling Stone ‘Future of Music’ 4-Night Austin Showcase Line-Up
Clear up your calendars for Rolling Stone’s second-annual four-night concert, Future of Music Showcase, taking place at ACL Live at The Moody Theater in Austin, Texas. Presented by StockX and recognized as a marquee showcase of the South by Southwest® (SXSW®).
The Super Grand Opening Show is a Smash Success for Houston
Off Record Media’s Super Grand Opening Show was proof that Houston’s underground music scene is not only alive but thriving. The showcase, a celebration of Off Record Media’s parlay into hosting live events, took place on Friday, February 23, at the company’s new physical location, Starseed Hostel, and featured three local bands: Superheated Microplastic, Hazy Sky, and Juvenoia.
K-Pop Boy Group TAN Sends Their Song to Space
It is not every day that you hear that a little chunk of K-Pop music has found its place in outer space. K-Pop boy groups like SEVENTEEN and BTS have already made their mark outside of the Earth’s orbit with their music beyond the continuum. The latest group to join the ranks is TAN. TAN made their debut in 2022 and since then have slowly but steadily worked their way into the hearts of global K-Pop music lovers. TAN landed an opportunity to add a feather to their cap in late 2023 when one of their songs was selected to be sent into space.
Tinashe has “Unconditional” Love for Toronto
Tinashe is a musical world-builder for every angle of romance — from telling stories for hopeless romantics, to those in situationships and the heartbroken. Tinashe celebrates her fifth studio album, BB/ANG3L, with a highly anticipated 2024 North American East Coast tour. On Valentine’s Day, Tinashe sold out her Toronto tour stop at The Danforth Music Hall.
CHANMINA Announces Her First Overseas Concert Tour
CHANMINA, a trilingual rapper fluent in Japanese, Korean, and English, is the daughter of a Japanese father and a Korean mother. She writes lyrics, composes music, and produces herself as well. In 2016, she participated in a rap contest for high school students and soon after, she began releasing tracks as an independent artist. Quickly gaining attention, she made a major debut at just eighteen years old.
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.”
A Lesson in Love Alchemy: Rakiyah’s Korean Comeback With “Ready or Not”
The love alchemist of R&B music, Rakiyah, has returned with her latest single “Ready or Not” released on Thursday, February 15. This supernatural single highlights our R&B scientist’s desperation for truth, desire, and clarity. “Ready or Not” is filled with a sense of nostalgia and mysticism, with an added touch of intoxicating lyricism through an addictive Korean verse.
sunkis Swings By LA to Light Up the Night
Ringing in the Year of the Dragon, on February 9, 2024, R&B singer Sunkis held the Los Angeles stop of his debut North American tour, Phase 1, at the largest auditorium at the University of California, Los Angeles.
BRATTY Entrances the Hearts of Santa Ana
Starting off the second show of the Tres Tour in North America, Jenny Juárez, aka BRATTY, had a wonderful performance at the Constellation Room in Santa Ana, CA. A large audience of various age groups eagerly waited for the bedroom pop and Mexican-born artist to appear.
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.
Dancing Into The Night: Sammy Virji in Denver
British DJ and electronic music artist Sammy Virji took the stage at Cervantes' Masterpiece Ballroom in Denver on February 10, lighting up the night with his feel-good garage anthems. Praised as a pioneer in the UK garage scene, Virji's magnetic presence promises an unforgettable journey through the realms of electronic, dance, and beyond.
DXMON Gets Candid About Their Debut, Songs, and More
The month of January 2024 saw the rise of new K-Pop groups. With new styles, new concepts, and brand-new music, these groups promised to deliver a never-before-seen experience to their listeners. One of these newly debuted groups is DXMON.
oceanfromtheblue Collaborates with COLORSxSTUDIOS for a New Single
On February 6, worldwide music curation platform COLORSxSTUDIOS collaborated with R&B/Soul singer-songwriter oceanfromtheblue and released “25 - A COLORS SHOW.”
DIR EN GREY’s 25th Debut Anniversary Year Has Come
One of the most popular visual-kei rock bands, DIR EN GREY, was made in Osaka, Japan, back in 1997 and composed of Kyo (Voice), Kaoru (Guitar), Dai (Guitar), Toshiya (Bass), and Shinya (Drums). In the following year, they debuted as an indie band, but their presence was rising in a flash. They became the first indie band to perform in one of the most historical concert halls, NIPPON BUDOKAN. Since then, the door to a major debut had opened.
Singer-Songwriter Sofia Gillani Opens Up the New Year with “LEVELS” Release
London-raised singer-songwriter Sofia Gillani got involved with music at quite a young age. It started with a love for musical theater, which as years went by, developed into a passion for singing. That passion, hard work, and dedication led to her first-ever single release “Ain’t a Game” in 2020, and now, four years later, Sofia is back with her tenth release, “LEVELS.”
P1Harmony Enters A Brand-New Era: A Deep Dive Into Their First Full-Length Album
Three and a half years and two mini-album series (DISHARMONY and HARMONY) later, K-Pop boy group P1Harmony presented their first full-length album Killin’ It to the world on February 5, 2024. The 10-track album consists of various songs that all members were heavily involved in the production process of, particularly member JONGSEOB, who is credited for lyrics on all ten tracks.
Thirteen Years in the Making, K-R&B Idol Jooyoung Releases Full-Length Album ‘Sphere’
After years of careful preparation and emerging from a six-year hiatus, singer-songwriter and producer Jooyoung showcases his journey as an artist, unique artistry, and newfound beginnings with his latest first full-length album Sphere.
Shining Light on LA: ODD EYE CIRCLE’s Showstopping Performance
Modhaus’s three-member K-Pop girl group, ODD EYE CIRCLE, raised the curtain for their Volume Up World Tour at The Orpheum Theatre in downtown Los Angeles. The moment the show began, the entire audience stood up in unison, accompanied by flickering glow sticks and cheers.