Summer break is just around the corner—and so returns the itch for more music to fill the void. To unlock more potential and enjoy your break, here’s a 15-track playlist that meshes perfectly with...

A band in polka-dotted alien costumes took social media by storm with one KEXP live session. A fresh take on microtonal music that combines dissonance with rapid math-rock grooves, their sound is complex...

Harry Styles breaks his three year silence with a declaration of mediocrity. From the get-go, “Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally” is riddled with disappointment and underwhelms the listener...

A rookie K-pop group rarely introduces themselves by flaunting the middle finger—but LNGSHOT did. With a gesture that borrows from the ethos of anti-authority forebearers, they made their first impression...

Discovering a hidden gem from your long-time favorite artist feels magical – from the goosebumps during the opening notes to the thrill of the final fading strum. But what happens when there’s nothing...

Unlike most Western albums, K-pop releases often include extras packaged as “inclusions,” such as photobooks, posters, and collectible photocards. In the K-pop industry, albums represent more than...

“NEVER ENOUGH” marked the pinnacle of Daniel Caesar’s career. “Son Of Spergy” – not quite. Released Oct. 24, 2025, with Republic Records, his newest drop, anointed after his father’s nickname,...

Taylor Swift once again seized the first ten slots on the Billboard 100. After heavy anticipation from listeners across the spectrum, she released “The Life of a Showgirl,” her first album since the...

Experienced songwriters usually write and produce quality music with speed and efficiency; I certainly haven’t reached that level yet. While messy and filled with trial and error, I do have a process. When...

The first time I spun “loveless,” it blew my mind. The second time through, I dove into the context. With a dedicated fanbase, My Bloody Valentine ruled the shoegaze scene of the '90s. Drenched in...

Justin Bieber launched the sequel to “SWAG” to little to no enthusiasm from fans. Released just three months after its predecessor, “SWAG II” marks his second album after he parted ways with Scooter...

Through the humid 35-degree Daegu heat, seven bands performed in the Namsan Summer Sound Indie Band Festival at Myeongduk Elementary School on August 30. Although a wide variety of entertainment and activities...