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The Bias List’s Top-Rated K-pop Artist Countdown
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The Bias List’s Top-Rated K-pop Artist Countdown

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Nick • 47 Comments

I think it’s obvious that I love a good statistic. In addition to my core rating system, I’ve got my top three songs of each month, my yearly countdowns and more data breakdowns than anyone could ask for. None of these are perfect ways to categorize or quantify something as subjective as music, but they … Continue reading →

K-Pop’s Top Songs of Summer (2019-2020)
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K-Pop’s Top Songs of Summer (2019-2020)

Posted on June 5, 2021 by Nick • 28 Comments

Two years ago, I took a look at my favorite “Songs of Summer” between 2012 and 2018. Now that we’re getting closer to the season, I think it’s time for an update! This time, I’m cheating a bit. I kept this feature’s original title for continuity’s sake, but my top song of summer for 2020 … Continue reading →

Reviewing and Ranking Kingdom’s Final Singles (ATEEZ, BTOB, iKON, SF9, The Boyz, Stray Kids)
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Reviewing and Ranking Kingdom’s Final Singles (ATEEZ, BTOB, iKON, SF9, The Boyz, Stray Kids)

Posted on May 28, 2021 by Nick • 39 Comments

In addition to my weekly recaps of each Kingdom episode, I like to write a special post dedicated to the music itself. Since we’ve yet to see these songs performed, it’s a great chance to discuss them on their own merits — free from set pieces and visuals and stunts. With that in mind, here’s … Continue reading →

Five Suggestions to Upgrade K-Pop’s Girl Group Comebacks
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Five Suggestions to Upgrade K-Pop’s Girl Group Comebacks

Posted on May 8, 2021 by Nick • 42 Comments

Over the years, I’ve ranted about the state of K-pop boy groups more than a few times. But, I’ve rarely given the same focused critique to the industry’s girl groups. 2021 has been a strong year for the boys so far. At the same time, I haven’t been as impressed with many of its girl … Continue reading →

K-Pop Producer Spotlight: 13 (Score & Megatone)
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K-Pop Producer Spotlight: 13 (Score & Megatone)

Posted on April 17, 2021 by Nick • 13 Comments

If there’s anything I’ve learned from covering pop music for over a decade, it’s that songwriters and collaborators are just as important as the artists themselves. Though they often work behind the scenes, this feature is a chance to shine the light on some of K-pop’s most innovative and accomplished producers and composers. 13 (SCORE … Continue reading →

Breaking Down the K-pop Song: ONF – Complete
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Breaking Down the K-pop Song: ONF – Complete

Posted on March 27, 2021 by Nick • 15 Comments

As part of my “Top 100 K-pop Songs of All-Time” countdown, I took the effort to dive deeply into my top ten picks and break them down moment by moment. But, there are plenty of other songs that deserve this same treatment. So, The Bias List proudly presents an in-depth feature: “Breaking Down the K-pop … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: T.M.Revolution – Wild Rush
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: T.M.Revolution – Wild Rush

Posted on March 13, 2021 by Nick • 11 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Pamelah – Kirei Ni Nanka Aisenai (I Can’t Love You Beautifully)
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Pamelah – Kirei Ni Nanka Aisenai (I Can’t Love You Beautifully)

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Nick • Leave a comment

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Masataka Fujishige – I Love You More Than Words
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Masataka Fujishige – I Love You More Than Words

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Nick • Leave a comment

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Iceman – What’s Wrong?
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Iceman – What’s Wrong?

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Nick • 1 Comment

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Pool Bit Boys – Ao No Kiseki
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Pool Bit Boys – Ao No Kiseki

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Nick • 5 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Masayuki Deguchi – Speed Of Life
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Masayuki Deguchi – Speed Of Life

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Nick • 2 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Wands – Brand New Love
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Wands – Brand New Love

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Nick • Leave a comment

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Every Little Thing – Feel My Heart
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Every Little Thing – Feel My Heart

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Nick • 3 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: ROmantic Mode – Resolution
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: ROmantic Mode – Resolution

Posted on March 5, 2021 by Nick • 2 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: KinKi Kids – Jetcoaster Romance
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: KinKi Kids – Jetcoaster Romance

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Nick • 4 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Shazna – Aqua
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Shazna – Aqua

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Nick • 2 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: T.M.Revolution – Hot Limit
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: T.M.Revolution – Hot Limit

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Nick • 3 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Access – Naked Desire
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Access – Naked Desire

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Nick • Leave a comment

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Ayumi Hamasaki – Boys & Girls
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The 90’s J-Pop Roadmap: Ayumi Hamasaki – Boys & Girls

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Nick • 6 Comments

If you were to map my musical DNA, a sizable portion would be indebted to 90’s J-pop. To me, this is a truly magical time in music, but it’s rarely discussed or shared outside of Japan. Being an aficionado of certain sounds within this era, I’ve tracked down hundreds of highlights over the years. And … Continue reading →

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