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Coyote Eyes Sings About Resilience and Determination in "Fires Burning in the Sky"
Since time immemorial, music has been a source to draw strength from and to provide support in trying times. Oftentimes we hear people find their solutions and solace within a song. If you have been looking for an anthem to give strength and courage, then Coyote Eyes' new track "Fires Burning in the Sky" might just be the one for you.
Dynamicduo Continue To Explore Their Past With ‘2 Kids On The Block – Part.2’
2023 seems to be a year of past reflection for the South Korean hip-hop double act Dynamicduo. Not only is their 2014 hit “AEAO” with DJ Premier currently going viral across social media, but their latest and tenth album release, 2 Kids On The Block, dives into the duo’s journey, chronologically reflecting moments from members Gaeko and Choiza’s past to present day, through a three-part series.
1MX Music Festival Brings First Asian Headlining Lineup to the Budweiser Stage in Toronto
Many music festivals occur during the summer and sometimes, it’s difficult to attend them all. But don’t worry because the 1MX Music Festival is allowing festival-goers to take a little break from the summer music festival season to get ready for their debut in North America.
Milky Day Shows His Raw & Emotional Side in the Healing EP ‘Impulses’
A rising Korean-New Zealander artist, known for his unique blend of R&B and soulful music, Milky Day is back with his latest emotionally-charged EP, Impulses. Set for release on August 21, Impulses serves as a poignant reflection on the tumultuous world observed through the artist's window during the confining grip of COVID-19 lockdowns; a shared experience that bound us all.
Former BOYS PLANET Contestants Announced in New 7 Member Group “EVNNE”
On August 3, Jellyfish Entertainment announced the new seven-member boy group, EVNNE. The members consist of Park Hanbin, Lee Jeonghyeon, Mun Junghyun, Park Jihoo, Yoo Seungeon, Ji Yunseo, and Keita — all former contestants of the Mnet survivor program BOYS PLANET.
FIZZIE is Back With a Self–Produced Song “Gae Mue” for the Soft-Hearts
On August 3 FIZZIE–a Thai artist from YUPP!–released his new trendy trap single “Gae Mue (แก้มือ).” In this comeback, the artist has opted to showcase a wiser veneer and music style through the song.
LOAR Articulates the Feelings of Being at a Loss of Words in “Too Hard To Say”
Japanese R&B singer LOAR is back with new music after almost a year. The artist last released the songs “Cause I’m With You” and “Arinomamanofutari” back in 2022. Expanding his musical portfolio, he also created Japanese covers of songs like “E.T.A.” by Justin Bieber and “No Guidance” by Chris Brown, luring listeners intrigued by his artistry.
VeeAlwaysHere Journeys Ahead With ‘broken: playlist II’
A sequel of anything — a book, a movie, a drama, or even an album is simply amazing! It means more content to indulge in and more artistry to get acquainted with. This week, we bring to you VeeAlwaysHere — a self-taught Korean-American musician born and raised in Siberia, Russia.
Out Now: BBGIRLS Re-debut With Their Single-Album ‘ONE MORE TIME’
With a new name and team, but together as one, our "Summer Queens of K-Pop," A.K.A. BBGIRLS (formerly known as Brave Girls), released their re-debut special album ONE MORE TIME on August 3rd. The group members MINYOUNG, YOUJOUNG, EUNJI, and YUNA showcase their unbreakable friendship in this first release after their rebranding, portraying themselves in a brand new light and with a newborn voice.
cignature To Release 4th EP Album, ‘Us in the Summer’
Debuting back in 2020 with their single “Nun Nu Nan Na,” cignature is a seven-member girl group consisting of Chaesol, Jeewon, Seline, Chloe, Belle, Semi, and Dohee. The group will be making their return after seven long months with their fourth EP album titled Us in the Summer.
Emily Mei Radiates Fierce, Girl Boss Energy in Latest Single “MANIA (Where Them Girls At)”
Singer-songwriter and actress Emily Mei delivers fierce, girl boss energy in her latest single “MANIA (Where Them Girls At.)” Released on July 27, the song embraces Mei’s cultural roots through a mergence of traditional Chinese instruments (Guzheng and Erhu) and electronic-hip-hop beats. Distinctively blending Western and Eastern sounds, the track helps highlight Mei's fine artistry, with the beat and her effortless vocals cementing her status as the next rising star in music.
Breakthrough Your Sonic Limitations With New Artists From EXPOSITION’s Showcase
We are thankful that independent Asian artists are beginning to receive the recognition that they deserve in addition to some of the bigger names. With this in mind, how do independent artists promote their music and build a solid career? Building a hub for independent artists to foster growth and inclusivity is vital. This is precisely what EXPOSITION does. Ringing true to their name, EXPOSITION has an upcoming showcase on August 15.
Jenny Lyric Drops a Cute Korean Remix of "Matter of Time" Feat. FLANNEL ALBERT
Jenny Lyric does it again, dropping a stunning new Korean remix of her latest single "Matter Of Time." This captivating track features Korean-American artist and producer FLANNEL ALBERT, and together, they've created a powerful fusion of R&B, K-Pop, and soul.
AKMU’s Lee Chanhyuk Assembles K-Stars: ‘Umbrella’, A Monsoon Special Album
Multi-talented artist Lee Chanhyuk, popularly known as one-half of the acclaimed sibling duo AKMU, has joined forces with a team of talented Korean superstars from diverse fields to launch the project album, Umbrella by Leechanhyukvideo. Through Leechanhyukvideo, Chanhyuk has built a charming synergy showcasing his new musical essence by integrating visual arts, performances, and exhibitions.
ZEROBASEONE Makes Their Debut With YOUTH IN THE SHADE
South Korean K-Pop boy group ZEROBASEONE (ZB1 for short) made their highly-anticipated debut on July 10, 2023, with their mini-album YOUTH IN THE SHADE.
8TURN Makes Heads Turn With Their New Mini-Album, UNCHARTED DRIFT
On June 26, 8TURN released their second mini-album, UNCHARTED DRIFT. Previously known as BOM (Boys of MNH), the rookie K-Pop group consists of MYUNG HO, JAE YUN, MIN HO, YOON SUNG, HAE MIN, KYUNG MIN, YUN GYU, and SEUNG HEON. They made their debut in January this year with their album 8TURNRISE.
R&B Artists Milky Day and Denise Julia Take Us on a Night Drive With Their New Single, “Let Me”
On June 22, R&B artists Milky Day and Denise Julia had an exclusive release listening party hosted by Unbound Entertainment Group to give a first listen of their new single, “Let Me.” HALSUG had the opportunity to attend the listening party to hear their collaboration for the first time and ask both of them some questions.
P1Harmony's Latest Comeback is Undeniably the Most Compelling One Yet
South Korean boy group P1Harmony made a highly anticipated comeback on June 8th with their 6th mini album, Harmony: All In —their most exciting comeback yet! Their latest album debuted at number 51 on the Billboard 200 Chart, a first for them. Additionally, the album ranked at number 3 on the Korean Circle Chart and number 8 on Billboard's Top Album Sales Chart.
Jeff Satur Escapes Into Dreamland With Brand-New Single “LUCID”
On June 22, Thai singer-songwriter and producer Jeff Satur dropped his latest single, “LUCID.” With versions in both Thai and English, the song talks about anticipating the end of a relationship and escaping into a dream state to reminisce about the happy moments before it’s considered over.
“Magic Man” Jackson Wang Makes an Appearance at Paris Fashion Week
Jackson Wang is an accomplished K-Pop idol and soloist known for founding TEAM WANG while taking creative control of his music and content. This week, following his successful debut at the Met Gala, Jackson attended several events during the 2024 Paris Spring/Summer Men's Fashion Week.