Interviewer: Deena Jasmine (Chikkmagaluru, Karnataka, India) Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan (Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India) Rence, aka Jackson Lawrence Hirsh, stands at the crossroads of melody and innovation, crafting alt-pop that connects worlds and challenges limits. Meet Rence (Jackson Lawrence Hirsh), the creative force behind some of your favorite tracks. Based in Los Angeles, he’s a singer,…
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K-Event Review: 2025 BAEKHYUN WORLD TOUR <Reverie> in Sugar Land, Texas
Writers: Teresa Adhikari (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) & Riya Choudhary (Delhi, India) Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan (Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India) Byun Baek-hyun, professionally known as Baekhyun, is a member of the 3rd generation SM top-tier pioneer K-pop group, EXO. He debuted as one of the main vocalists of EXO, but soon he proved himself to be…
K-Event Review: 2025 Kai Solo Concert Tour “KAION” in Kuala Lumpur
Writers: Rashmi Iyengar (Mumbai, Maharashtra, India) and Shruti Jha (Delhi, India) Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh Meet Kai, the charismatic heartbeat of EXO, an artist who doesn’t just dance but commands the stage with every breath. He debuted with EXO, a renowned group under SM Entertainment, in 2012. He quickly gained attention for his…
5 Best Songs of EXO You Must Know
Writer: Shivani Singh Chhaunkar (Delhi) Editor: Khushi Vaid (Delhi) From die-hard K-pop fans to newbies, everyone knows about EXO (엑소). In case someone is not familiar with the group, here is a quick introduction for them. Formed by the prominent South Korean company SM Entertainment, EXO debuted on April 8, 2012. Since then, they have…
Text Painting in K-pop: A concept that will blow your mind
Written by: Vedansh Varshney, Delhi Edited by: Bagmita Gogoi, Tinsukia, Assam Explore text painting in K-pop, where music brings lyrics to life for an enhanced and deeper listening experience. Imagine you’re listening to a song and the lyrics “breathe in, breathe out” come up. Interestingly enough, the lyrics are immediately followed by actual “breathing sounds”…
K-Interview: Gabriel Brandes (Singer and Songwriter)
Interviewed by: Kaamaakshi Bhat (Zirakpur, Punjab) and Deena Jasmine (Chikmagalur, Karnataka) Edited by: Jayati Bhardwaj, Delhi Meet Swedish sensation Erik Gabriel Henrik Brunell Brandes (Gabriel Brandes), a multi-talented singer and songwriter who has made a significant impact in the K-POP Industry with his creative endeavours. He has collaborated with famous artists like BTS, SEVENTEEN, ZEROBASEONE,…
Iconic K-Pop Fashion Concepts
Diya Nair, Kochi, Kerala Every time our favorite group makes a comeback; along with great music, fancy music videos and dope choreography we also get a new concept and a plethora of new outfits and new fashion trends that impact whole of industry—whether it be SHINee’s coloured wide leg jeans with puddle hems or even…
K-Interview: Songwriter & Topliner Jessica Pierpoint
Kaamaakshi Bhat, Zirakpur, Punjab Jessica Pierpoint is a Platinum Selling K-pop songwriter, topliner, and vocalist from Liverpool, UK who has worked with artists such as ITZY, FIFTY FIFTY, and PURPLE KISS. She is 24 years old and currently based in Seoul, South Korea where she works with her team and new publishing company, INHOUSE Music…
Queen Heo Hwang-ok: The Connection Between India and Korea
Haarini Balasubramaniam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu Queen Heo Hwang-ok was the first queen of Geumgwan Gaya, present-day Gimhae in Southeastern Korea. She was born in 33 A.D. in India and is the legendary queen mentioned in Samguk Yusa (Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms) in the 13th Century. In Korea, she is known to be a native…
WE ARE ONE EXO!!!
Preeti Patil, Mumbai, Maharashtra Debuted under SM Entertainment in 2012, a major turning point in the K-pop industry; EXO influenced and succoured fans all over the world. It was the first-ever group to introduce Chinese members in it. The group was initially of 12 members (SUHO, BAEKHYUN, Chanyeol, D.O., KAI, SEHUN, Kris Wu, LAY, Lu…