I tend to say a lot of K-pop groups are underrated, but UP10TION is most definitely one that gets slept on. I got into K-pop not long after their debut, and I remember there was definitely some buzz about them at the time (at least in the international fan community). They had so much promiseContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Spin Off” by UP10TION”
Category Archives: Comebacks
Review: “Alcohol-Free” by TWICE
My feelings about TWICE have changed so much since I started this blog, and I couldn’t be happier about it. I wrote my first TWICE post about “Knock Knock” back in 2017, and I vividly remember giving it an average score because I didn’t find it as impressive as their mega-hits “Cheer Up” and “TT.”Continue reading “Review: “Alcohol-Free” by TWICE”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Bye Bye Bye” by WEi
I really don’t know much about WEi except that all of the members have been on survival shows like Produce 101, Under 19, and YG Treasure Box. Most of have been in project groups related to those shows as well, and/or they’ve been able to do some solo work. (Fun fact: I always forget KimContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Bye Bye Bye” by WEi”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Don’t Fight the Feeling” by EXO
If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you’ll know how much I love EXO. They weren’t the ones who got me into K-pop, but they were the second group I discovered and they quickly became one of my favorites. They’ve consistently remained in my Top 5 groups throughout the years, and seeing themContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Don’t Fight the Feeling” by EXO”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Gambler” by Monsta X
Monsta X was one of the very first K-pop groups I discovered and started following, so they’re truly near and dear to my heart. One of the great things about being a long-time K-pop fan is seeing how your favorite groups evolve over the years, and I’ve really loved watching Monsta X’s musical journey inContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Gambler” by Monsta X”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “OX1=Love Song (I Know I Love You)” by TXT
It’s pretty clear TXT is blossoming as one of the leaders of K-pop’s fourth generation. And while they’re doing really well for themselves now, I predict that success and popularity is going to rise exponentially over the next few years. But although I definitely see and understand the hype, I must admit I don’t personallyContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “OX1=Love Song (I Know I Love You)” by TXT”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “First” by EVERGLOW
EVERGLOW is a group that I’ve definitely had my eye on for the past couple of years. Their music and aesthetic are both totally my style, and it’s not an exaggeration to say that I live for their comebacks. They reeled me in from the beginning with “Bon Bon Chocolat,” and I’ve been here everContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “First” by EVERGLOW”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Butter” by BTS
I’ve been listening to BTS for over five years now, and I’m constantly impressed by everything they’ve accomplished. I’ve seen their whole meteoric increase in global popularity – something that will never cease to amaze me – and I’m certain that “Butter” will help their star rise even higher. That being said, I must confessContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Butter” by BTS”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Advice” by Taemin
Once again, I’m super late to the party and am kicking myself for only getting around to writing about Taemin’s latest single now. I promise I didn’t intentionally post this right after his enlistment date (cry); it’s entirely due to my busy schedule and poor time management skills. But I’ll admit it: I’m slightly inContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Advice” by Taemin”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Next Level” by aespa
Though aespa are still rookies, I get the sense they’re poised to become one of K-pop’s next big groups. They exploded onto the scene with “Black Mamba” last year, and people have been talking about them ever since. (Including my elementary school students, which I take as a good sign since they only know theContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Next Level” by aespa”
Katherine Does K-POP 