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Tag Archives: buried treasure

Buried Treasure: B1A4 – Melancholy
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Buried Treasure: B1A4 – Melancholy

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Nick • 3 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. B1A4’s new album is full of gems, and those who prefer their … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: UP10TION – Stuck On You
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Buried Treasure: UP10TION – Stuck On You

Posted on November 24, 2016 by Nick • 1 Comment

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Over their relatively brief career, UP10TION have already dabbled in a … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: BTOB – Yes I Am
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Buried Treasure: BTOB – Yes I Am

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Nick • 2 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Of all the title tracks that I’ve written about this month, … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Astro – Lonely
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Buried Treasure: Astro – Lonely

Posted on November 18, 2016 by Nick • 4 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Astro’s music is consistently strong, whether we’re talking about title tracks … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: VIXX – Desperate
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Buried Treasure: VIXX – Desperate

Posted on November 5, 2016 by Nick • 2 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. A large chunk of VIXX’s discography was built with the help … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: EXO-CBX – Rhythm After Summer
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Buried Treasure: EXO-CBX – Rhythm After Summer

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Nick • 4 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. EXO-CBX’s new mini album is absolutely fantastic from start to finish. … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: 100% – A Day Like Today
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Buried Treasure: 100% – A Day Like Today

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Nick • 3 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. For those who love the work of production team Sweetune, … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: BTS – Lie (Jimin solo)
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Buried Treasure: BTS – Lie (Jimin solo)

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Nick • 6 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Among BTS’s new album’s massive 15-track running order are solo songs … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Shinee – U Need Me
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Buried Treasure: Shinee – U Need Me

Posted on October 8, 2016 by Nick • 2 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. I’m sad to admit that much of Shinee’s latest album … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Apink – Drummer Boy
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Buried Treasure: Apink – Drummer Boy

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Nick • 1 Comment

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. The general consensus seems to be that most of the … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: GOT7 – Who’s That
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Buried Treasure: GOT7 – Who’s That

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Nick • 2 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. The very best GOT7 tracks, whether it’s A, Just Right … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: 2PM – Uneasy
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Buried Treasure: 2PM – Uneasy

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Nick • Leave a comment

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve.   Though I wasn’t too over-the-moon about 2PM’s latest comeback, … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: BOYS24 – Time Leap
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Buried Treasure: BOYS24 – Time Leap

Posted on August 27, 2016 by Nick • 5 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-side tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Time Leap, along with the other original songs from BOYS24‘s … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Key & Doyoung – Cool
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Buried Treasure: Key & Doyoung – Cool

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Nick • Leave a comment

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides and album tracks deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I wanted to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Though it can’t really be considered a true … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: NCT 127 – Switch (ft. SR15B)
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Buried Treasure: NCT 127 – Switch (ft. SR15B)

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Nick • 5 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. The concept of NCT is infinitely promising. But as much as … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Astro – Fireworks
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Buried Treasure: Astro – Fireworks

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Nick • 5 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Astro has quickly sprung up to become one of my favorite … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Seventeen – Healing
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Buried Treasure: Seventeen – Healing

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Nick • 7 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. Seventeen’s Very Nice repackage is really a brilliant piece of pop … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Taeyeon – Good Thing
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Buried Treasure: Taeyeon – Good Thing

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Nick • Leave a comment

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. I was a little (or maybe a lot) harsh on Taeyeon … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: EXO – Artificial Love
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Buried Treasure: EXO – Artificial Love

Posted on June 11, 2016 by Nick • 5 Comments

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. I’ve noticed that there seem to be quite a few people … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: EXID – Are You Hungry? (Yum Yum)
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Buried Treasure: EXID – Are You Hungry? (Yum Yum)

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Nick • Leave a comment

Most of the time, a kpop group’s title track is the best song on their album. But, sometimes b-sides deserve recognition, too. In the singles-oriented world of kpop, I want to spotlight some of these buried treasures and give them the props they deserve. EXID’s Street album is a bit of a frustrating listen for … Continue reading →

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