K-pop emerged in the early 1990s and has achieved global popularity in recent years, an unusual feat for music mostly sung in a language other than English. Owing to the many influences that can be present in a group or solo artist’s songs, rather than being defined by different musical...
says the group is “at their core, a force for good.” With his dimpled smile, warm manner, and fierce stage presence, 27-year-old rapper, dancer, songwriter, and producer J-Hope embodies the group’s combination of fundamental goodness and overwhelming talent; even his choice of stage nam...
J-Hope's Road To 'Hope On The Street Vol.1,' From Falling Back In Love With Dance To Tying Together His Global Influences D. Mariah March 29th, 2024 TOP NEWS 9 Essential K-Pop/Western Collabs: From BTS And Megan Thee Stallion, To IVE And Saweetie ...
Their last single prior to “Blood Sweat & Tears,” the whirring “Save Me” took a sharp turn from BTS’ early influences and ushered in the group’s most accessible sound to date. (It was released along with co-single “Fire,” which features BTS’ more traditional aggressive styling.)...
When I was preparing for this album, I realized that Nas, Epik High,and Dynamic Duo were highly influential to me, but artists like Radiohead, Portishead, and Bon Iver were just as influential. It’s only natural that all those influences are captured in this album. ...
[Interview] Singer Coby James: “I’m Bringing A New Pop Flare Into CCM With Influences Like Ed Sheeran, John Mayer And Shawn Mendes” Posted on August 4, 2019 by Btscelebs Brand new recording artist Coby James made his debut this summer with the catchy pop single “Paradise”. The ...
The breezy summer song was an early testing of the waters for BTS’ English material with the heavy influences of future bass tempered by the tender vocal deliveries from Jung Kook and RM. 13 BTS and Lauv, “Who” After Lauv hopped on the remix to BTS’ “Make It Right” single (keep...
The light piano lends this song a mid-tempo drive. With its contemporary R&B and hip-hop influences, “Hold Me Tight” also has mellifluous, almost vulnerable vocals that provide an emotional space for the listener to be drawn into. However, the time-and-again appearance of the rhythmic ra...
While “Dynamite” might not immediately seem like a song about self-love, what better way to psyche yourself up for a day of positivity than with this banger? BTS released the song during the height of the pandemic with the intent of bringing their fans a little joy in tough times. Duri...
Definitely ”No More Dream.” It’s our debut song. I’m sure our fans would agree. Can you tell us what kind of impact your song “Serendipity” has onyour life? It influences how I think, say or do. In a positive way, of course. It makes me think again before I say something...