Learning an instrument is one of life’s greatest joys. Not only are you learning a valuable skill, but also it’s very rewarding once you’ve learned the intricacies your choice of instrument has to offer. However, some people have a hard time learning due to multiple factors, while others, find it extremely monotonous to learn concepts …
Today the world mourns the loss of a man best known for being part of the UK boy band The Wanted. Tom Parker passed away on March 30th, 2022, after losing his brave fight against stage four glioblastoma. His passing was announced on social media by his wife, Kelsey Hardwick. The Wanted was a 5-piece British-Irish …
ITZY did it again, as they bring their brand of “girl crush” to Japan with the release of their spectacular first-ever Japanese single Voltage on March 22, 2022. Ahead of the official release of their debut Japanese single album on April 6, 2022, the music video for Voltage would drop; delighting MIDZY worldwide. Less than …
Anime and music are inextricably linked. In Japan “anisongs”- anime theme songs – are a genre unto themselves; a broad one spanning rock, pop and categories in between. Artists regularly score chart-topping hits with themes to animated films and tv series such as LiSA’s smash “Gurenge” for the anime juggernaut Demon Slayer: Kumetsu No Yaiba. …
It’s been over two weeks since JYP Entertainment‘s newest K-pop girl group NMIXX officially debuted. NMIXX released their first single album AD MARE, consisting of their debut single “O.O” and B-side “Tank” The group is comprised of seven members, leader Haewon, Lily, Sullyoon, BAE, Jinni, Jiwoo, and maknae Kyujin. The meaning behind NMIXX’s name has been stated as …
Jeen-Yuhs – act III – Awakening is the final part of the Kanye West trilogy docuseries. Act III explores the ramifications of Kanye West and his colossal success. Act I looked at Kanye before the record deal – it explored his hunger to succeed and his quest for peer approval. Act II continued looking at Kanye before …
My “Stages of Love Through K-pop” series for the month of February will be capped off by the nation’s girl group TWICE. I’ve covered three of the biggest and most talented acts the K-pop industry has to offer in the form of ITZY, BLACKPINK, and Jeon Somi. What better way to end this series by showcasing the …
Belief is the power that fuels your purpose – a narrated quote from director Coodie Simmons that describes this part of Kanye’s journey compellingly. A Kanye trilogy Act II starts with a young Kanye freestyling on a home video – and you see the self-belief was there from a young age. Whether you’re a Kanye West fan …
Today the world mourns the loss of a music industry entrepreneur. Jamal Edwards gave a platform to many – to share their talent with the world. He wanted to support artists – in a way that major record labels were not. Jamal wanted to create a culture where we all championed each others growth. Making the Man …
We’ve reached the penultimate edition of this month-long “Stages of Love Through K-pop” series. Thus far, I’ve covered two of the of most talented girl groups in all of K-pop ITZY and BLACKPINK; go check those out if you haven’t. This week, we pivot to a K-pop soloist, as I cover the “Stages of Love” with …
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