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On Nov. 20, BTS released its fifth Korean studio album, “BE.” (Genius)

Album review: BTS’ “BE” is a creative take on pandemic life

Adeta Chareunsab
November 24, 2020

“BE,” is K-pop supergroup BTS’ latest album, and perhaps the best to date to date.  Despite the tracklist being short, with only seven songs and one skit, each song’s lyrics are impactful and relatable.  With the current pandemic as the main theme, the lyrics...

BLACKPINK’s global success shines in new Netflix documentary, BLACKPINK: LIGHT UP THE SKY

BLACKPINK’s global success shines in new Netflix documentary, “BLACKPINK: LIGHT UP THE SKY”

Adeta Chareunsab
October 22, 2020

Whether you’re a fan of them or not, BLACKPINK’s success is no secret to anyone. From being the first K-pop girl group to perform at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival to breaking five Guinness World Records with its music video for “How You Like That,” the...

Album review: “Nectar” by Joji

Album review: “Nectar” by Joji

Adeta Chareunsab
September 28, 2020

Ever since Japanese singer-songwriter Joji (real name George Kusunoki Miller) released his debut hit album “BALLADS 1,” fans couldn’t help but ask for more of the artist’s soulful-sounding voice. Although it has taken two years, Joji’s sophomore album, “Nectar,”...

BLACKPINK & Selena Gomez’s “Ice Cream” review

BLACKPINK & Selena Gomez’s “Ice Cream” review

Adeta Chareunsab
August 31, 2020

If you thought powerful collaborations from female artists were going to stop, think again. Because K-pop group BLACKPINK and singer Selena Gomez have released a song that should be an essential part of your summer playlist. “Ice Cream” is a fun and refreshing song...

Remembering actor Chadwick Boseman

Remembering actor Chadwick Boseman

Adeta Chareunsab
August 31, 2020

You’ve probably already heard it a million times, but I’ll say it again. This year sucks. Throughout 2020, we have faced many losses. Whether it be because of a global pandemic, racial injustices or natural causes, it’s all just so heartbreaking and tiring to hear...

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