The New Empire Has Risen: ‘New Kings of the World’
Author Fatima Bhutto profiles the new arbiters of mass culture: Bollywood, Dizi, and K-pop, in her engaging cultural studies/travelogue, New Kings of the World.
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Culture Is Not Innocent: An Interview with Fatima Bhutto
Fatima Bhutto discusses her new book on pop culture from the Global South, which goes above and beyond, among other things, the "sluggish, bloated, less urgent" films dominating Hollywood.
Feeling Over the Moon About a Tiffany Young Love-Fest
Transforming from K-pop girl group member to mainstream pop solo artist, Tiffany Young makes an impressive impression on North America with her first major headlining tour that's leaving fans screaming for more.
Psy: Chiljip Psy-da
For his first proper release since the viral success of 2012's "Gangnam Style", South Korean entertainer Psy sets out to prove he can do it again on his seventh album.
“Music Is Colorblind”: An Interview with MFBTY
As one of Korea's biggest rap groups, MFBTY still strive for a universal themes relatable to a worldwide audience, and with Wondaland, they may reach their biggest audience yet.
K-pop Round Up: July 2015
Summer continues in K-pop with July releases from major artists embracing the heat, fun, and wistful nostalgia that comes along with the season.
K-Pop Round-Up: June 2015 – Boy Band Battles and Girl Group Comeback Competitions
There were many strong K-pop releases in June, but two competitions -- one between major boy bands and one between three exciting girl groups -- dominated the conversation.
K-Pop Roundup – March 2015: Back to the Garden of Eden
March was dominated by great K-pop tracks from female artists, rookie groups, and veterans alike.
K-Pop Roundup: February 2015 – K-Pop Chromophobia Continues
As K-pop continues to regain its even footing after its turbulent 2014, artists this month have taken to somber music and black and white videos.
The Best K-pop of 2014
Due to current events, 2014 was largely a rough year for K-pop. Still, these 15 songs represent the best K-pop had to offer this year, both inside and outside the mainstream.
K-Pop Roundup – November 2014
The previous month in K-pop saw veteran artists go solo, rookie groups continue their hot streak, interesting collaborations, and a ton of solid music. It wasn't the most innovative month for the industry, but a lot of great execution regardless.
K-Pop Roundup – October 2014
After a relatively lackluster September, the K-pop industry was back in full swing this October. From veteran comebacks to solo debuts, there's a bunch of great music to get into here.