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Song Review: Baekhyun (EXO) – Pineapple Slice
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Song Review: Baekhyun (EXO) – Pineapple Slice

After returning from the military, Baekhyun (mostly) parted ways with SM Entertainment and set up his own label INB100. He’s not the first SM artist to do so, and likely won’t be the last. With this newfound freedom, he’s made his long awaited comeback with the synth grooves of Pineapple Slice. Looking at this song … Continue reading

Song Review: MEOVV – MEOW
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Song Review: MEOVV – MEOW

Though it has obvious commercial firepower behind it, Teddy and Kush’s The Black Label has also developed a reputation for infrequent comebacks and — at times — dated production choices. With all the talent involved, it’s a bit surprising how little the agency actually does. That work schedule will be tested with the debut of … Continue reading

Song Review: xikers – Witch
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Song Review: xikers – Witch

I’ve been hot and cold on xikers’ music so far, usually finding at least one b-side I enjoy but often wishing their title tracks went a different direction. Making matters worse, I found the preview of new single Witch (위치) the least compelling clip on their album’s highlight medley, forgoing their freewheeling rock energy for … Continue reading

Song Review: Yerin – Wavy
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Song Review: Yerin – Wavy

Yerin has been GFriend’s most prolific soloist, dropping an album every year since 2022. Her light pop sound isn’t completely dissimilar from her former group, though the music keeps its ambitions pretty slight. New single Wavy continues her solo evolution, capturing a late-summer burst of energy. Wavy might be the best fit for Yerin yet. … Continue reading

Song Review: ONEWE – Off Road
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Song Review: ONEWE – Off Road

Idol bands are more popular than ever and ONEWE have been part of this wave since their re-debut in 2019. They’re immensely talented, yet I’ve often wished their music would go bigger and bolder. Many past singles favored a soft, melancholic sound. This matches well with frontman Yonghoon’s evocative vocals, but there’s no harm in … Continue reading

Song Review: RIIZE – Combo
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Song Review: RIIZE – Combo

Today marks a year since RIIZE’s debut, celebrated with special epilogue single Combo. Rather than making several distinct comebacks, the past twelve months have seen the group gradually build their debut mini album. Their music may not have a distinct genre focus, but they’ve managed to traverse a variety of sounds with panache. It’s hard … Continue reading

Song Review: MADEIN – Uno
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Song Review: MADEIN – Uno

Last August, the three-member Limelight released one of 2023’s strongest singles. The shimmering Madeleine offered counterprogramming to current girl group trends, harnessing a full-throated melody over propulsive production. Now, the group has rebranded as MADEIN and added four members (including Mashiro and Yeseo who had previously promoted as Kep1er). This member upgrade demands equally exciting … Continue reading

Song Review: QWER – Fake Idol
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Song Review: QWER – Fake Idol

With mega-hit songs like aespa’s Supernova and TWS’s Plot Twist sucking up the oxygen for female and male idol groups this year, we can’t forget to mention the incredible fortunes of QWER’s latest single TBH. Hailing from a little-known subsidiary, this all-female rock group has been lodged in the top ten for much of 2024. … Continue reading