New & Noteworthy J-pop of the Week (May 12, 2024)
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New & Noteworthy J-pop of the Week (May 12, 2024)

In connection with my desire to fully keep up with the J-pop industry, I’m planning to do a weekly round-up of any new releases that have caught my ear. Some of these may have been covered on the blog already, but my hope is that this will become a one-stop shop for anyone interested in … Continue reading

Battle of the B-Sides: NCT U, Secret Number, Girls’ Generation, TAN, TVXQ
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Battle of the B-Sides: NCT U, Secret Number, Girls’ Generation, TAN, TVXQ

K-pop’s title tracks might gain most of listeners’ attention, but many album tracks are worth equal spotlight. I call these “buried treasures.” Beyond this, K-pop’s albums deliver thousands of additional tracks that settle for a more limited audience. It’s these songs that will become a part of my “battle of the b-sides” feature. In this … Continue reading