Seoulbeats Features
Here you can find some examples of some articles I have written for Seoulbeats over the years
Side B: Stay Hydrated With VIXX
VIXX still remain the concept kings of K-pop, with their last album centered around perfume and scent. While they’ve done almost everything from voodoo dolls to cyborgs for their title tracks, one thing their B-sides consistently deliver is sexy, sexy vibes. With their recent sixth anniversary, what better time to take a look back at these songs and discover some hidden gems.
Dreamcatcher Drives Forward with “Nightmare: Escape the Era
On May 10th, Dreamcatcher released their second mini album, Nightmare: Escape the Era. Like their previous releases, this mini album promised to continue with the J-rock sound they’re known for. Dreamcatcher is one of those groups that I actively try to introduce to as many of my friends as possible. Their music isn’t what comes to mind when you mention K-pop to the average person. Their hard rock inspired music makes them more accessible to those who might not consider K-pop for them. This is what attracted me to them in the first place. Nightmare: Escape the Era is made up of six songs, including lyrics of one song written by the group’s rapper, Dami.
Amber's "Rogue Rouge" Gets Emotional
On April 15, Amber Liu released her first mixtape, titled Rogue Rouge. It’s been a while since Amber or her group f(x) have released new music, so I was incredibly excited when she started teasing her mixtape on her Twitter. Listening to Amber’s music always makes me feel like I’ve just had a great conversation with a good friend; even “Shake That Brass” feels like a night out with my best friend. Amber’s solo music usually features personal lyrics and show off her vocal abilities outside of rapping. More recently, she has started taking more and more control over the production of her music outside of just writing lyrics or composing.
The Rose Continues to Impress with "Baby"
The band The Rose are finally back with their new single “Baby.” The Rose debuted in August 2017 with an emotional rock ballad. Their last comeback was all the way back in October of 2017, the slower rock ballad titled “Like We Used To.” “Baby” builds off the band’s previous songs. The song combines elements of electronic music, alt-rock, and ballads all in one to create a hard-hitting angst fest.
Monsta X Bring the Funk in "Dramarama"
This past week Monsta X released their latest MV, “Dramarama.” “Dramarama” fuses a funky guitar riff that would be at home on a Red Hot Chili Peppers track with their usual hip hop style. The song opens with a chant of the chorus before it moves into Wonho and Minhyuk’s first verse. Visually, the music video is very cinematic, keeping up with the group’s preference for more aesthetically pleasing visuals. The narrative is broken up with Monsta X’s powerful dance performance, creating a really intense viewing experience.
