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All Posts Tagged With "ballad"

Lee Hae Ri – ‘H’ Album Review

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A mature album that combines modernity and tradition, and a great start to a bright solo career
By Afeef | Jun 21, 2017 | Music

Davichi is the female duo known for their emotional and sincere singing, more so internationally after their contribution to the OST for Descendants of the Sun. And it is now time for Lee Hae Ri, a member of the duo, …

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Loona 1/3 – ‘Love&Evil’ Album Review

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Sophisticated, well-produced melodies that are nostalgic and remind us of the yesteryear.
By Afeef | Jun 19, 2017 | Music

After only slightly more than a month since their debut, Loona’s first sub-unit Loona 1/3 has returned with a re-release of their first album, Love&Live, titled Love&Evil. In stark contrast to Love&Live’s infectious energy, Love&Evil has more of a serious …

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Laboum – ‘Miss This Kiss’ Album Review

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Although the album showed inconsistencies, it's nonetheless a funky pool of fun for listeners.
By Jazmine | Jun 18, 2017 | Music

The fun and bubbly ladies of Laboum is keeping up with their cheerful image with their second mini-album, Miss This Kiss. Containing six tracks that fully pump up the party mood, Miss This Kiss helped Laboum secure their first ever …

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DIA – ‘YOLO’ Album Review

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DIA's self-composed album surprises listeners with genres as unexplored as trot and folk.
By Afeef | Jun 15, 2017 | Music

DIA strikes the hearts of people once again with YOLO, their first full album. YOLO is an album that breaks the stereotypes of a so-called “typical girl group”, surprising listeners with genres as unexplored as trot and folk. What’s more worth …

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SF9 – ‘Breaking Sensation’ Album Review

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Breaking Sensation is widely inconsistent with gems and duds alike.
By Jazmine | Jun 13, 2017 | Music

Soon after conquering the charts with their previous title song, Roar, the rookie boys of SF9 are back for more recognition with mini-album, Breaking Sensation. Breaking Sensation saw immediate commercial success by breaking into top five of iTunes Kpop charts in 13 countries and achieving 5th spot …

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Minzy – ‘Minzy Work 01. Uno’ Album Review

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Minzy’s passion and artistry shines through as a solo artist.
By Afeef | Jun 11, 2017 | Music

After Minzy unfortunately left 2NE1 and their label YG Entertainment, all eyes were peeled on what Minzy would do after that. What types of songs would she sing? What genre of music does she prefer? The problem is, she had …

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Yesung – ‘Spring Falling’ Album Review

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Get ready to feel cozy as Yesung serenades us with heartwarming tracks.
By Jazmine | Jun 10, 2017 | Music

Another ballad royalty of Super Junior is back to tug at heartstrings this spring. Exactly a year after Yesung‘s first solo album was released, he’s here again with second mini-album, Spring Falling. Yesung is known for his warm vocals and excellent emotional …

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Kisum – ‘The Sun, the Moon’ Album Review

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An experimental sounding hip hop EP that shows promise.
By Guest Writer | Jun 9, 2017 | Music

This post is by guest writer Jara Rowe.

Kisum, best known for being a competitor on the first season of Unpretty Rapstar, released her latest EP in April. The Sun, the Moon is all about love including Kisum’s perceptions, personal …

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Teen Top – ‘High Five’ Album Review

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Experimental genre-mixing tracks to suit every music lover's taste.
By Jazmine | Jun 7, 2017 | Music

The remaining five members of Teen Top after L.Joe’s departure return with their second full-length album High Five, about one year from their last album Red Point. With more pizzazz and style, High Five is an album filled with tracks …

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Eunji – ‘The Space’ Album Review

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Take a breather from the ups and downs of life with this traditional, ethereal album.
By Afeef | Jun 6, 2017 | Music

Everyone knows Eunji for her sweet tribute to her wonderful father, Hopefully Sky. Her unique and mature vocals allowed her to tackle the song perfectly, and it was able to reach the top of the charts. Now, with high hopes …

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BLACK6IX – ‘Please’ Album Review

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Let’s hear it for the retro newcomers and their groovy tracks in this short album.
By Angela | Jun 5, 2017 | Music

During the cutthroat battle among rookie debuts in the month of April, Black Hole entertainment’s BLACK6IX emerged as standout newbies with both raw emotions and retro flair. In what seems like a contemporary reinvention of the character-defining dance ballad fusion …

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Oh My Girl ‘Coloring Book’ Album Review

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An album that brings out the fun of spring, but lacks differentiation from similar Kpop albums.
By Jazmine | Jun 1, 2017 | Music

After reaching the top spot on Gaon music chart for their previous album, Listen to My Word, Oh My Girl comes back in vibrant colors with their fifth EP, Coloring Book. Coloring Book brings out the fun and livelihood of spring with …

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Dreamcatcher- ‘Fall Asleep in the Mirror’ Album Review

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The gothic dark fairies are tough to beat with their eerily beautiful sounds.
By Jazmine | May 29, 2017 | Music

Dreamcatcher left quite a deep impression with their previous anime-inspired J-rock album Nightmare, reaching new records with their complete image overhaul. The girls make a quick comeback to strike the iron while it’s hot, continuing their well-received gothic dark fairy concept …

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Monsta X – ‘The Clan Pt. 2.5: The Final Chapter’ Album Review

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Monsta X shows maturity and growth through new sounds and styles.
By Guest Writer | May 23, 2017 | Music

This post is by guest writer Jara Rowe.

The seven men of Monsta X released their first studio album and last part of The Clan series (part 1 and part 2) at the end of March. The Clan Pt. 2.5: …

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Girls’ Day – ‘Everyday #5’ Album Review

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Get ready to be awed by Girl’s Day’s skillfulness and versatility.
By Afeef | May 22, 2017 | Music

After a painfully long hiatus of nearly two years, Girl’s Day is back to save the day (and their fans). As bold as they can be, they launched the album Everyday #5, which showcases their plucky spirit through sensual R&B …

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