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”
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Knee Jerk Reaction: “Hello” by Joy
I was absolutely delighted to hear that Joy would be the next Red Velvet member to get a solo album. I wasn’t expecting that at all, so it was a wonderful and welcome surprise. Her solo debut is a little unique in that her album is actually all remakes of songs, specifically Korean tracks fromContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Hello” by Joy”
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”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Ring Ring” by Rocket Punch
Out of the three girl groups who have made comebacks on the same day this week, I’m the least familiar with Rocket Punch. I know they’re from Woollim Entertainment and that one of the members is a former Produce 48 contestant… and that’s pretty much it. I have listened to their songs before, and IContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Ring Ring” by Rocket Punch”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “We Go” by fromis_9
Normally I try to divide my attention between boy groups and girl groups as evenly as possible, but I feel like boy groups have kind of dominated the releases so far this year (in terms of quantity, not quality). So I’m thrilled that I get to write about MULTIPLE girl groups this week, and I’mContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “We Go” by fromis_9″
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Easy” by WJSN The Black
(Note that although I usually refer to this group as “Cosmic Girls” because I feel like it’s easier to read, this time I’ll be calling them “WJSN” to keep consistent with their subunit name.) Just after we got WJSN’s wonderful comeback “Unnatural,” they gave us the surprising yet delightful news that they were debuting anotherContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Easy” by WJSN The Black”
Knee Jerk Reaction: “Black Mirror” by ONEUS
I have to say, I’m consistently really impressed by ONEUS. This up and coming boy group has been working so hard at building both their discography and their brand as musicians and artists, and it shows. They’re already on their second comeback this year, and we’re not even halfway through! While I don’t regularly followContinue reading “Knee Jerk Reaction: “Black Mirror” by ONEUS”
Katherine Does K-POP 