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 ...

We’re back with a new movie review, this time we’re taking a look at the Korean film ‘Broker’. This 2022 movie has an insane line-up and we were looking forward to this film like crazy. Let’s take a closer look! Plot ‘Broker’ was written and directed by the Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda. He had previously created ‘Shoplifters’ which received a ...

We’re back with a new Offstage, this time we’re writing about the production house Lumpens.  The company was founded by Yeon-seok Choi who named it after a nickname he had gotten by his college professor. Lumpen means someone who is uneducated and uninterested in changing their situation.  At the very beginning the company mainly focused on commercials and photo shoots. ...