IU, our lovely vocal queen, is back with ‘A flower bookmark, Pt.3’. This is a mini-album where she does remakes of old songs she’s loved. We open with ‘Red Sneakers’. This was released in 2002 by Park Hye-Kyung. One of our favorite pianists Lee Jin Ah added some magic on the arrangement. The title track of this release is ‘Never ...
In this edition of our drama review, we spotlight a production that’s already winning hearts and destined to become a K-drama classic. Netflix’s When Life Gives You Tangerines (Korean title: Thank You for Your Hard Work), written by Lim Sang-choon and directed by Kim Won-seok, is a romance-infused slice-of-life drama that gently unpacks the lives of a family across generations, ...
In this edition of OffStage, we explore into the fascinating world of NAIVE Creative Production, an important player in the music video production industry who has produced countless fan-favorite creations. Let us take a deeper look at their impressive collection of work. Origins and Early Projects Founded in 2011, NAIVE Creative Production swiftly made its mark by collaborating with well-known ...
In this week’s Offstage, we shine a spotlight on one of the foremost production companies in the music industry, boasting over a decade of unparalleled expertise and a stellar portfolio. Let’s take a closer look at the remarkable works of Digipedi. The name DIGIPEDI is a clever amalgamation of “Digital” and “Pedicure,” coined by its original founders Seong Won-mo and ...
IU is back to stun us with her new mini-album ‘The Winning’. Let’s take a closer look! The Winning We start off with the title track ‘Shopping’. It’s an electro pop-rock track with a fun hook and IU’s usual stunning vocals. In the album description she writes that she hopes this song gives the listeners “the courage to be confident ...
In this edition of K-Variety Taster, we’re delving into the enchanting world of IU’s Palette, a show that seamlessly blends music, heartwarming camaraderie, and genuine friendships. Let’s explore! Originally a special segment of the YouTube series ‘IU’s TV’, IU’s Palette debuted its inaugural episode back in 2020. The show’s focal point is a live music corner, offering a platform for ...
It’s been a bustling week in the music scene, marked by the debut of new units, soulful tunes, and a wave of girl power. Let’s jump right into the highlights! Super Junior unveiled their latest sub-unit ‘L.S.S.’ featuring Leeteuk, Siwon, and Shindong. Their debut single, ‘Suit Up,’ seamlessly blends old-school vibes with trendy beats, showcasing an abundance of charisma. Monsta ...
In this week’s review we are talking about one of the latest productions added on Netflix, including an amazing star line-up, and a rather heartwarming story. Let’s talk about the movie ‘Dream’. Written and directed by Lee Byeong-heon, ‘Dream’ shares the story of a professional football player and a bright producer, who are forced to work together in a very ...
Agust D, also known as Suga from BTS is back with new solo music. Today he released the track ‘People, Pt 2’ featuring IU. This is a continuation of his track ‘People’ from his ‘D-2′ album. This upcoming album is the last installment of the Agust D trilogy. This is a beautiful soft R&B track that has a lovely flow ...
We’re back with a new Offstage and this time I really wanted to share the career of the wonderful Kim Eana. If you’ve listened to ‘Abracadabra’ by Brown Eyed Girls, ‘Breath’ by Park Hyo Shin or ‘Good Day’ by IU you know her work. Kim Eana is a lyricist and has helped create some of the best tracks. She;s actually ...