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Tag Archives: buried treasure

Buried Treasure: TXT – Your Light
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Buried Treasure: TXT – Your Light

Posted on November 25, 2020 by Nick • 16 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Though OST releases frequently play it safe when it comes to … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: BTS – Stay
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Buried Treasure: BTS – Stay

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Nick • 14 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. BTS’s BE has an air of finality to it, like the … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: GFriend – GRWM
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Buried Treasure: GFriend – GRWM

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Nick • 3 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. GFriend have always been “albums artists,” with b-sides that are often … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: DRIPPIN – Overdrive
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Buried Treasure: DRIPPIN – Overdrive

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Nick • 10 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. DRIPPIN’s debut mini album doesn’t have a weak song on it. … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Twice – Do What We Like
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Buried Treasure: Twice – Do What We Like

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Nick • 10 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Though I Can’t Stop Me is the undisputed highlight of Twice’s … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: TXT – Ghosting
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Buried Treasure: TXT – Ghosting

Posted on October 31, 2020 by Nick • 11 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. TXT’s Blue Hour has already grown on me, and I think … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Seventeen – Hey Buddy
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Buried Treasure: Seventeen – Hey Buddy

Posted on October 24, 2020 by Nick • 5 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Seventeen’s Home;Run is a fun return-to-form for the group. I may … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: LOONA – Voice
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Buried Treasure: LOONA – Voice

Posted on October 23, 2020 by Nick • 10 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. I can appreciate LOONA’s Why Not for what it is, but … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: NCT Dream – Deja Vu
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Buried Treasure: NCT Dream – Deja Vu

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Nick • 9 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. When listening to NCT’s Resonance Part 1, I’m struck with the … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: UP10TION – Stop The Clock
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Buried Treasure: UP10TION – Stop The Clock

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Nick • 4 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. A few years ago, UP10TION were one of K-pop’s most promising … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: SuperM – Together At Home
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Buried Treasure: SuperM – Together At Home

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Nick • 25 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. SuperM’s new album is so loaded with content that it’s hard … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: GHOST9 – It’s Gonna Be Hot
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Buried Treasure: GHOST9 – It’s Gonna Be Hot

Posted on September 26, 2020 by Nick • 6 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Some songs improve greatly within the context of a solid album. … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: The Boyz – Insanity
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Buried Treasure: The Boyz – Insanity

Posted on September 26, 2020 by Nick • 2 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. I’m surprised at how much I’m enjoying The Boyz’ The Stealer. … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Everglow – Untouchable
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Buried Treasure: Everglow – Untouchable

Posted on September 26, 2020 by Nick • 15 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Everglow’s La Di Da has been quite a revelation, and comes … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: YooA (Oh My Girl) – Diver
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Buried Treasure: YooA (Oh My Girl) – Diver

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Nick • 15 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Upon my first listen to YooA’s debut solo album, I was … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Lovelyz – Dream In A Dream
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Buried Treasure: Lovelyz – Dream In A Dream

Posted on September 5, 2020 by Nick • 20 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Lovelyz’ albums are largely interchangeable, and I say this as a … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: CRAVITY – Hot Air Balloon
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Buried Treasure: CRAVITY – Hot Air Balloon

Posted on August 29, 2020 by Nick • 10 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Too many modern K-pop albums feel cobbled together by committee. I … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: ONEUS – Airplane
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Buried Treasure: ONEUS – Airplane

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Nick • 2 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. When writing about ONEUS’s To Be Or Not To Be, I … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Dreamcatcher – Can’t Get You Out Of My Mind
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Buried Treasure: Dreamcatcher – Can’t Get You Out Of My Mind

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Nick • 19 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. I’ve seen quite a few people raving about Break The Wall, … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: MCND – Bumpin’
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Buried Treasure: MCND – Bumpin’

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Nick • 8 Comments

Most of the time, a k-pop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition too. In the singles-oriented world of K-pop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. MCND’s Earth Age mini album has followed in the footsteps of … Continue reading →

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