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CIX Captivates Chicago with Impressive Stages & Talents
CIX, the multitalented five-member K-Pop group, ignited the evening of May 22 for their return to Chicago presenting their third world tour <0 or 1>. Debuting in 2019, the five-year-old boy group opened the show with high-energy performances of “Move My Body” and “Change Me” off their third EP HELLO Chapter 3. Gazing at the cheerful fans at the Copernicus Center, the members remarked how happy they were that everyone in the crowd was standing regardless of having seats, so they wanted to do their best in return despite their difficult choreography. The venue was overflowing with energetic fans buzzing with anticipation.
Celebrating PRIDE Through Mellifluous Music: A Look at Indian Queer Musicians
Music has long served as a powerful platform for amplifying the voices of minorities and marginalized communities. Take hip-hop, for example. The genre originated in the Bronx as an attempt to give an outlet to convey the struggles of the African-American people. Similarly, the queer community has been using the art of music to express itself and gain acceptance in society. In India, the united voice of the queer community resonates across the landscape, transcending linguistic differences. As such, music has evolved beyond mere notes and words, becoming an essential part of the queer community's identity in India, helping them be heard one mellifluous tone at a time. As Pride Month concludes, we celebrate some of the queer artists from India who have made waves with their musical brilliance.
Peach Tree Rascals Rile Up Denver on Hot Summer Night
On June 25, alternative indie pop group Peach Tree Rascals delighted Denver, CO fans to a lively performance at the intimate Marquis Theater on one of their For You tour stops. After gaining traction from their song “Mariposa,” which trended on TikTok, the group quickly became popular for their catchy and infectious blends of music. Being on their first North American tour, Peach Tree Rascals have already sold out a handful of their tour dates.
HY Celebrates 25 Years of Musical Magic
Japanese rock band HY was formed in their hometown of Higashi-Yakena, Okinawa, in 2000, when they were high school students. All of them are from Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. The band is currently composed of HIDEYUKI SHINZATO (Vocal & Guitar), SHUN NAKA (Drums), SHINSUKE KYODA (Bass), and IZUMI NAKASONE (Keyboard & Vocal). Their distinctive features include vocals performed by male and female members, a rarity in Japanese bands, and the composition based on their regional culture.
ONE PACT Returns With Long-Awaited Release, ‘PARADOXX’
South Korean boy group ONE PACT is back with their eagerly awaited first single, ‘PARADOXX’. This release marks their first since their debut mini-album, ‘Moment’, which launched in November 2023. Comprising of former Boys Planet contestants JONGWOO, SEONGMIN, TAG, YEDAM, and JAY CHANG, ONE PACT aims to captivate listeners with authentic stories and powerful messages through their new music.
Touching Hearts: Jeff Bernat at San Diego’s Music Box
Continuing strong with his North America Tour, Filipino singer-songwriter Jeff Bernat was met with a large audience at the Music Box in San Diego. As the fog gathered up on the stage, many fans crowded by the barricade in anticipation for a memorable show.
LØREN Teams Up with 88rising’s 1999 Write The Future, Setting This Comeback Ablaze with “Gasoline”
South Korean rock singer-songwriter and musician LØREN is back with a new single titled, “Gasoline” set to release globally this Friday, June 28 at 12 A.M. EST (June 27 at 9 P.M. PST). The multi-instrumentalist is under The Black Label and 88rising, with songwriting credits for all of his music and some well-known artists’ songs for K-Pop powerhouse, BLACKPINK. LØREN is collaborating with 1999 Write The Future, a collective of artists (with a set lineup of artists and guest appearances on tracks) created by 88rising, mixing old with new sounds and energy.
cignature’s 5th EP ‘Sweetie but Saltie’ Evokes Summer Love
Summer has just begun and you’ll want to spend it with cignature as they’ll have you dancing all season long! The seven-member K-Pop girl group, currently promoting as six, made their comeback with their 5th EP Sweetie but Saltie on June 10, 2024. Although BELLE is absent during promotions due to her promotions in the project girl group UNIS, the remaining six members ensure that their fans, signfans, still have a fun and fresh experience with this new release. The EP includes four new songs perfect for summertime.
EVNNE Drops Third Mini-Album ‘RIDE or DIE’ with New English Track
With summer just around the corner, EVNNE has returned with their third mini-album, RIDE or DIE. Following their January release of Un: SEEN, this new album reinforces their commitment to their fans and their dedication to overcoming challenges on their way to a world tour that promises to visit their fans, ENNVE, from Asia to Latin America.
Interview: K-R&B Artist SAAY Gets Candid About Her New Single “DOMINO,” Journey as a Musician, & More
SAAY is one of the most promising K-R&B artists on the block. She started her journey as a K-Pop idol and soon ventured on a solo path in 2017 to carve a place for herself in the music industry — forging a path of self-expression, discovery, and resilience.
VERIVERY Brings Fun and Games to Chicago Fans
VERIVERY is a seven-member K-Pop boy group, drawing inspiration from the Latin word ‘veri’ meaning truth, and the English word ‘very’ to show their real selves and various talents. The group is on its third world tour with three members currently enlisted in the military or on a temporary hiatus. The four youngest members Gyehyeon, Yeonho, Yongseung, and Kangmin brought the GO ON tour to Chicago on June 16.
K-R&B Sensation GSoul Soulfully Swoons Denver Fans
On June 18th, Korean music lovers were treated to a soulful performance in Denver, CO as K-R&B sensation GSoul captivated his fans with his silky vocals and wholesome stage presence on one of his stops from his Pretty Lil Thing 2024 North America Tour. The intimate venue was filled to the brim with fans buzzing excitedly for GSoul to be in Denver for the first time.
HOHYUN's Concert Debut: A Night of Core Memories for Artist & Fans
Fans eagerly waited for the show to start — it was clear that R&B soloist HOHYUN’s first headline show was going to be one to remember. Jason Hohyun Lee, widely known as HOHYUN, is a Korean-American artist based in Los Angeles, who rose to popularity with his song, “SUNSET BOULEVARD” back in 2022 amassing over 10 million streams on Spotify. He has been making music for a little over four years, with the release of his first EP back in 2019 titled Stage Fright.
P1Harmony Closes ‘UTOP1A’ Tour with a Spectacular Sold-Out Show at Kia Forum
Closing out the final stop of their UTOP1A tour, P1Harmony fans, P1ECE, eagerly filled the sold-out Kia Forum for a night that was truly going to be one to remember. Debuting in 2020, P1Harmony is a South Korean boy band that has been captivating audiences worldwide with their unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and pop, in combination with powerful performances and relatable lyrics. Known for their top hits like “Do It Like This” and “JUMP,” the members — Keeho, Theo, Jiung, Intak, Soul, and Jongseob — bring diverse talents and personalities that has earned them a dedicated global fanbase.
K-R&B Artist SAAY returns with an Unfiltered Track “DOMINO”
When one has been working long enough, they come to realize that their journey has been anything but simple. It is full of surprises, challenges and even failures. K-R&B singer and songwriter SAAY’s new song “DOMINO” encapsulates these unstable emotions and presents it on a stunning mix of R&B tunes. The song was released on June 12, 2024.
Interview: Dive Deeper into K-Pop Star Hanbyeol’s Artistry With This Exclusive Interview
South Korean singer-songwriter Hanbyeol released a new pop single last month, titled “몽환 (Wish).” The song is a resplendent rendition, echoing the vibrance of summer and spring. The lyrics focus on delivering a message of loving oneself and starting afresh. This song is Hanbyeol’s second release of 2024, the first one being “Sweet Dreamz” which was released in January.
GSoul Delivers a Soulful Evening to Chicago Soulmates
While currently in the throes of his Pretty Lil Thang tour, Kim Jihyun, known more commonly by his stage name GSoul, set foot in Chicago to deliver a sincere and heartfelt performance. The 35-year-old South Korean singer-songwriter held an intimate show for his fans, or ‘soulmates.’
Gen Z Icons TOMORROW X TOGETHER Illustrate Nostalgic Coming of Age Tale
TOMORROW X TOGETHER, or TXT for short, are globally known as K-Pop’s visual storytellers. The five member boy group are embarking on their third world tour ACT: PROMISE. According to the group’s label BIGHIT, the concert follows “a meticulously crafted narrative, divided into five sections.”
Peach Tree Rascals Leaves Sold Out Crowd Wanting More in Santa Ana
Marking the fourth and first sold-out stop of their For You tour, the Peach Tree Rascals were ready to leave a memorable show at The Observatory in Santa Ana, California. Rising to fame with their song “Mariposa” in 2019, the music collective, Peach Tree Rascals, has become renowned for their genre-blending style. The group, composed of singer-rappers Issac Pech, Tarrek Abdel-Khaliq, Joseph and Jasper Barros, as well as producer and mixer Dominic “Dom” Pizano and creative director Jorge Olazaba, has carved a unique niche in the music industry by fusing elements of hip-hop, R&B, funk, pop, and alternative rock. Their collaborative spirit and refusal to be confined into a single genre have garnered them a dedicated fanbase and widespread acclaim from Billboard and MTV.
Interview: “Just Live Your Life!” Says Asian American Musician damnboy! as He Gets Candid on His New Album, Process & More
Speaking to a musician always leaves you with new bits of information each time. Like loads of song samples and demos stored on their devices, their brain holds a lot of ideas that are always great to chat over. A songwriter is no less than a philosopher who has ventured on a path to uncover mysteries of the world and the mind. While a song is an extension of an artist himself, once it is out in the world, it finds its place amongst other kindred spirits.