In between The Bias List‘s more sprawling countdowns, the end of the year is a great time to spotlight some things that don’t quite fit into my established posts. And sometimes, these things arrive at the very end of the year. Buzz Rhythm Live ’23 was a three-day festival in early November, tied to a … Continue reading
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Great Performances: Beast – Fiction (live on You Hee-Yeol’s Sketchbook)
Now that Hyunseung has officially left Beast, permanently changing the group’s DNA, I thought it was a perfect time to share this gem of a performance. Sketchbook is a show that’s known for its live performances. Often backed by a live band, the stage is the best possible showcase for Korean artists on TV. I’ve … Continue reading
Great Performances: Raccoon Boys (Kim Minseok, Kim McKay, Brian Shin) – Thriller
I’m still a loyal viewer of K-Pop Star, but lament that nowadays it’s mostly solo female vocalists with nearly identical styles. To me, the show’s peak was in season two. It was the most diverse line-up, had the best winning act, and genuinely felt exciting. One of my favorite groups that year was Raccoon Boys. Horrible name, … Continue reading
Great Performances: Sungkyu & Woohyun – The Day The Sun Rises
When it comes to kpop, it’s easy to focus solely on the glossy and creative music videos, but kpop stars and groups have also been giving us amazing live performances year after year. For the first entry in my Great Performances feature, I had to start with Infinite. I’m sure I’ll spotlight more than a … Continue reading