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2022 LEGENDARY SONGS Inauguration Ceremony
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2022 LEGENDARY SONGS Inauguration Ceremony

Posted on April 21, 2022 by Nick • 38 Comments

One of the quirks of The Bias List is my hesitancy to give 10/10 scores right off the bat. I just don’t know that you can measure perfection on release day, nor do I think a perfect score is attainable without some time and experience. This approach doesn’t exactly jibe with “OMG SOTY” internet culture, … Continue reading →

Every ONF Single Ranked: From Worst to Best
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Every ONF Single Ranked: From Worst to Best

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Nick • 34 Comments

I’ve listed my “top tens” for many artists, but it’s time to rummage through entire discographies and rank every single from worst to best. This feature will primarily tackle groups who have disbanded or gone on indefinite hiatus. It’s a way for me to re-evaluate my initial thoughts on their singles run. Don’t be surprised … Continue reading →

Buried Treasure: Oh My Girl – Blink
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Buried Treasure: Oh My Girl – Blink

Posted on April 2, 2022 by Nick • 14 Comments

A K-pop act’s title track isn’t always the best song on their album, even if it’s the one most people will hear. 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. Oh My Girl’s album is incredibly … Continue reading →

The Top Three K-Pop Songs of March 2022
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The Top Three K-Pop Songs of March 2022

Posted on April 1, 2022 by Nick • 36 Comments

At the end of each month, I look back at my three favorite title tracks by K-pop artists. I take my own ratings into account, but there’s a bit of wiggle room as certain songs tend to grow or fade. March 2022 Overall Thoughts I’m eager to write a super effusive, super excited monthly round-up. Unfortunately, … Continue reading →

Song Review: Oh My Girl – Real Love
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Song Review: Oh My Girl – Real Love

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Nick • 44 Comments

In a girl group landscape filled with bombastic beats and shouty sing-talk, Oh My Girl are a welcome outlier. Their career is filled with quirky highlights, harnessing memorable hooks to craft a sound that moves from ethereal to whimsical and back again. Increased popularity has stolen a bit of this unique identity, but with peers … Continue reading →

The Most Epic Weeks in K-Pop: May 6-11, 2013
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The Most Epic Weeks in K-Pop: May 6-11, 2013

Posted on March 12, 2022 by Nick • 8 Comments

Building off my “Most Epic Days in K-pop” feature, I thought I’d spotlight some of the most epic weeks in K-pop history. K-pop is usually a Monday through Friday affair (at least in my time zone), with some weeks stuffed to the brim with releases. But, not all include multiple 9+ rated songs. This feature … Continue reading →

2021 MBC Gayo Daejejeon (Song Festival): Recap & Best Performances
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2021 MBC Gayo Daejejeon (Song Festival): Recap & Best Performances

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Nick • 6 Comments

We’re down to the wire now with K-pop’s final year-end festival. MBC’s show is usually my favorite. It feels the most festive, bridging the gap between New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. It also tends to have the most robust artist line-up. Like every festival of the past two years, this one revolved around … Continue reading →

The Top Three K-Pop Songs of December 2021
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The Top Three K-Pop Songs of December 2021

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Nick • 25 Comments

At the end of each month, I look back at my three favorite title tracks by K-pop artists. I take my own ratings into account, but there’s a bit of wiggle room as certain songs tend to grow or fade. December 2021 Overall Thoughts After spending the past few weeks counting down everything under the sun … Continue reading →

Year-End List Recap: The Best Overall K-Pop Comebacks of 2021
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Year-End List Recap: The Best Overall K-Pop Comebacks of 2021

Posted on December 28, 2021 by Nick • 10 Comments

I didn’t plan on making this post, but as I wrapped up the last of my K-pop specific countdowns for this year, I realized it would be fun to compile them together and see which overall comebacks came out on top. After all, a K-pop comeback is more than just the title song. So, I … Continue reading →

The Top 10 K-Pop Music Videos of 2021
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The Top 10 K-Pop Music Videos of 2021

Posted on December 27, 2021 by Nick • 26 Comments

While I don’t incorporate a song’s video into the reviews on this blog, I’m definitely not immune to a striking visual. Music videos are a vital part of the industry, and it’s time to celebrate my favorites of 2021. 2021 YEAR-END MASTERPOST Honorable Mentions: ONEWE – Rain To Be U-Know – Thank U Kingdom – … Continue reading →

2021 SBS Gayo Daejun (Song Festival): Recap & Best Performances
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2021 SBS Gayo Daejun (Song Festival): Recap & Best Performances

Posted on December 25, 2021 by Nick • 6 Comments

After the borefest that was KBS’s Song Festival, I wasn’t really in the mood to see what SBS had to offer. But, the cheesy-fun introductory stage, where all the artists joined together to sing Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas Is You, turned my frown upside down. We haven’t gotten many chances to see … Continue reading →

Song Review: Oh My Girl – Shark
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Song Review: Oh My Girl – Shark

Posted on December 23, 2021 by Nick • 42 Comments

With the full YouTube release of every Universe MV a few weeks ago, I thought maybe the app had turned a corner. Unfortunately, Oh My Girl’s Shark brings us right back to where we started, with official “previews” on YouTube alongside an invitation to download Universe for the full experience. I guess this means my … Continue reading →

The Top 40 K-Pop Album Tracks & B-Sides of 2021 (20-1)
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The Top 40 K-Pop Album Tracks & B-Sides of 2021 (20-1)

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Nick • 20 Comments

Each year, it feels like my B-Sides and Album Tracks list grows stronger and stronger. Too often, K-pop agencies miss the boat on releasing these incredible songs as title tracks. 2021 was no different, revealing a host of gems that would have topped my Singles list had they been promoted. Instead, I’ve got two days … Continue reading →

The Top 40 K-Pop Album Tracks & B-Sides of 2021 (40-21)
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The Top 40 K-Pop Album Tracks & B-Sides of 2021 (40-21)

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Nick • 10 Comments

Each year, it feels like my B-Sides and Album Tracks list grows stronger and stronger. Too often, K-pop agencies miss the boat on releasing these incredible songs as title tracks. 2021 was no different, revealing a host of gems that would have topped my Singles list had they been promoted. Instead, I’ve got two days … Continue reading →

The Top 10 K-Pop Albums of 2021
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The Top 10 K-Pop Albums of 2021

Posted on December 20, 2021 by Nick • 26 Comments

2021 offered quite a few strong albums, enough for both of my categories to include numerous honorable mentions. Full albums were especially great this year — a trend I hope to see continue in 2022. Like usual, my top ten list is cut in half, presenting the top five mini albums and the top five … Continue reading →

The Top 10 K-Pop Artists of 2021
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The Top 10 K-Pop Artists of 2021

Posted on December 19, 2021 by Nick • 20 Comments

After ranking my favorite rookies of 2021, I turn my attention to K-pop’s more established artists. This year, the criteria is the same as ever: Quality of work Quantity of work Influence of work on the industry As usual, the first criteria far outweighs the next two, and is entirely subjective. This is not a … Continue reading →

2021 KBS Gayo Daechukje (Song Festival): Recap & Best Performances
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2021 KBS Gayo Daechukje (Song Festival): Recap & Best Performances

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Nick • 12 Comments

Over the past couple years, KBS has moved their song festival forward to mid-December. I’ve got a bone to pick with them when it comes to this change. I mean, don’t they know I’ve got a Top 50 Countdown to wrap up?? A pre-Winter Break nap to take??? Spare a thought for us bloggers, KBS! … Continue reading →

The Top 50 K-Pop Songs of 2021 (Day Five: 10-1)
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The Top 50 K-Pop Songs of 2021 (Day Five: 10-1)

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Nick • 128 Comments

The end of the year countdowns are finally here! As always, we’ll kick off with the big one: The Bias List’s top 50 songs of the year! Each day this week, I’ll be counting down ten of the year’s best, until number one is revealed on Friday.  To be eligible for this top 50 list, … Continue reading →

The Top 50 K-Pop Songs of 2021 (Day Four: 20-11)
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The Top 50 K-Pop Songs of 2021 (Day Four: 20-11)

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Nick • 62 Comments

The end of the year countdowns are finally here! As always, we’ll kick off with the big one: The Bias List’s top 50 songs of the year! Each day this week, I’ll be counting down ten of the year’s best, until number one is revealed on Friday.  To be eligible for this top 50 list, … Continue reading →

The Top 50 K-Pop Songs of 2021 (Day Three: 30-21)
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The Top 50 K-Pop Songs of 2021 (Day Three: 30-21)

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Nick • 30 Comments

The end of the year countdowns are finally here! As always, we’ll kick off with the big one: The Bias List’s top 50 songs of the year! Each day this week, I’ll be counting down ten of the year’s best, until number one is revealed on Friday.  To be eligible for this top 50 list, … Continue reading →

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