Monday, March 20, 2017

J-Min - Alive



Alright, honesty post.
So, I love J-Min, but SM Entertainment is a mess. J-Min recently released a video
that proves this. SM, aside from under appreciating her, doesn't know what to
do with her. J-Min releases approximately one Korean video a year, and in case that
isn't bad enough, this song is a ballad. I mean, I love ballads just as much as the next person,
but J-Min has a great pop-rock style that SM doesn't take advantage of. I by no means am
saying that I dislike this song or video, just pointing out the flaws in her promotions.

I know this is a short rant post but you can check out the video below and see for yourself.


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Thursday, March 16, 2017

Brave Girls - Rollin'


So, I know it has been a long time since I last posted anything here.
Long story, broken laptop... Anyway, if things go as they should.
Expect regular updates.

Anyway, the actual subject of this post. As many of you may or may not
have heard (or assumed based on the title) Brave Girls has a new comeback.
Now for the bad news, Yoojin has officially left the group, and Hyeran is on hiatus
for an unknown amount of time due to health issues.

As for Rollin' the girls, as well as Brave Entertainment, have gone all out for this comeback.
Since the MV launched on March 7th the girls have also released several different
versions of the MV, several dance practice videos, dance tutorial videos, and a making of.
The song and video themselves also do not disappoint. however, the strong 19+ warning
has gotten the group a KBS ban pending a change in both the songs lyrics and the choreography.
 In the video, remaining members Minyoung, Eunji, Yuna, Yujeong, and Hayun show off
some serious sex appeal. The song itself shows a sensual side to the girls while still
showing off their impressive vocal and dance abilities.

The MV begins with what I can only assume is to be the new Brave Entertainment logo,
which later becomes prevalent throughout the video. The choreography is a perfect
mix of sexy, tasteful, and catchy; whereas the song itself is a seductive yet catchy and
is reminiscent of the style we have come to expect from Stellar.

You can check out the song below. I honestly love it, but I always like hearing new opinions.

  
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Sunday, August 21, 2016

CL - Lifted


So I know this is going to be a controversial song to talk about but I am going to give it a shot.
I ask that people realize it is not my intention to convince anyone not to watch this video.
Now that the disclaimer is out of the way this is obviously about CL's new video "Lifted." I am going
to start on a less controversial front and talk about everything as it is. CL's new video has a mellow almost reggae vibe and is entirely in English as it is intended as CL's American debut.

Now, this is where things get iffy. I know CL really wants to break out into the American
music market but I don't think she should. She is just going to waste her time. The only
Korean artist who has succeeded in the U.S. was Psy and that only happened because
Americans thought "Gangnam Style" was catchy and stupid. The odds of CL making
a name for herself in the U.S. Are almost nonexistent. My concern is she is going to waste
her talent on an industry that doesn't care about her and abandon the one that does.

On top of that, there is the song. Even if that song was sung by a popular American singer
it would still go nowhere. Americans thrive on catchy beats and dance tunes... Which this
definitely is not. This is the kind of song you would hear in a commercial and think nothing of.
The song has no pizazz, no passion, no power... All the things we have come to expect from CL
but don't see in this song.
Check out the video below and let me know what you think.


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Tymee - Cinderella


The queen of rap is back!
Just the other day Tymee released "Cinderella," her first track in over a year.
"Cinderella" is a powerful hip-hop track that composed mostly of rap and as many people
have pointed out the video is sub par. However, the song almost more than makes up
for the video. The raps are out of this world as always and Tymee sure as hell knows what she
is doing. To this day Tymee is the only person who can get me to listen to a song that
is entirely rap.
Check out Korea's fastest female rapper below.


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Friday, August 19, 2016

HANHAE - EYESCREAM


HanHae recently released a really nice collaboration with Jeong Eun Ji.
The two's vocals meld beautifully in this melodic love song.
One of my favorite things about this song is how the chorus almost acts
like a conversation between the two. It is a little off putting hearing
Eun Ji's voice and not seeing her in the video but I have noticed a lot of songs
doing that lately. I am glad that at least the girl in the video isn't lip syncing.
That is one thing I still can't get over in Mad Clowns' "Fire" I see Hani but don't hear her.

Anyway, this is an honestly beautiful song and a really touching
video and you should check it out.


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I.B.I Debut


Just a day ago fans dreams were realized as project group I.B.I launched their debut.
I.B.I began as a fan idea after Produce 101 left them wanting more, wishing
more of the girls could make their debut in fiction group I.B.I. However, 1theK has
officially made this a reality.

I.B.I stands for "I Believe It" and is made up of members Han Hyeri, Kim So Hee, 
Lee Haein, Lee Suhyun, and Yoon Chaekyung. At this point, there is no official
word on how long this group will last so we will just have to wait and see.

The girls debuted with the song "Molae Molae" which is a very catchy, cheerful,
and upbeat song. I personally think that the school girl/spring/summer concept seems to suit them well, and I would love to see them produce more songs like this.
Check them out below and let me know what you think.


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Thursday, August 18, 2016

SPICA - Get Lucky (Cover)


This is pretty much what it sounds like.
Spica recently released a 360-degree video of them covering Daft Punks song
"Get Lucky." All I really have to say is that this video is definitely worth checking out.
I will post the link below as always.


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