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Hanroro takes on the 30-year-old “Neon Genesis Evangelion” classic “Cruel Angel’s Thesis”… Can Taeyeon’s No. 7 surge carry over?

Hanroro takes on the 30-year-old “Neon Genesis Evangelion” classic “Cruel Angel’s Thesis”… Can Taeyeon’s No. 7 surge carry over?

As part of Gangnam’s “J-pop remake” project, the track drops at 6 p.m. on the 30th
“Neon Genesis Evangelion” myth reinterpreted, with “Hanroro” breathing life into a 30-year classic Singer-songwriter “Hanroro,” which has captured the indie scene with its unmistakable sensibility, is set to remake the J-pop legend “Cruel Angel’s Thesis,” a song that has been loved for 30 years,...
| James choi
[Choo A-young's Music Box] 'I Saw the TV Glow' Becomes an Anthem for Anyone Trying to Reclaim Themselves

[Choo A-young's Music Box] 'I Saw the TV Glow' Becomes an Anthem for Anyone Trying to Reclaim Themselves

I get hooked on the music in films. Music often reveals intimate emotions a picture or dialogue alone cannot convey. It can become a window into a creator's hidden intent. For me, listening to a film's music is one way to get closer to what the film is doing.
| Chua-young
‘King of Reggae’ Fantan Mojah Dies of Heart-Related Complications on Eve of His 50th Birthday at Age 49

‘King of Reggae’ Fantan Mojah Dies of Heart-Related Complications on Eve of His 50th Birthday at Age 49

He died suddenly at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) in Jamaica on the 14th (local time)… After a recent rapid deterioration in health and a long fight, he passed away A modern route-reggae legend who dominated Jamaica’s charts for eight straight weeks in the 2000s with “Hungry” and “Hail the King” After overcoming a shock diagnosis that his heart function had fallen to 15% in 2024, he returned to the stage—only to die suddenly, shocking fans worldwide The tragedy that was reported as he was preparing to return to the international stage after his German Reggae Jam Festival visa was approved
A globally known reggae star from Jamaica who led the golden era of modern route reggae with a deep, spiritual voice and an uncompromising message, Fantan Mojah (Fantan Mojah; 49), died suddenly just weeks before his 50th birthday.
| Yangsimoh
'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

With BTS holding on to the No. 1 spot for the first half of the year, HanRoro and virtual girl group Huntrix each take the No. 1 position on the music charts and global charts.
A prelude to a shake-up: the indie revolt sparked by 'Reverse-Charting Myth' In the first half of 2024, South Korea’s popular music industry faced a sweeping shift in its landscape. Amid the unshakable fortress-like hold of artists affiliated with major agencies, a sharp gust from up-and-coming...
| James choi
[Interview] “I believed the box-office myth of 100 years would happen again.” Director Yasuda Junichi of “Samurai Timeslipper” ①

[Interview] “I believed the box-office myth of 100 years would happen again.” Director Yasuda Junichi of “Samurai Timeslipper” ①

With a production budget of 3 million yen (about 28.5 million won), the film pulled in a staggering 3 billion yen (about 28.4 billion won) at the box office, rewriting Japanese film history.
Even watching it again is surprising. 〈Don’t stop the camera. 〉(2017) is the case in point. With a modest production budget of 3 million yen (about 28. 5 million won), the film—made as a workshop project and initially screened in two theaters—went on to rake in a whopping 3 billion yen (about 28.
| 이화정
'Overcoming an 18-Year Age Gap' Jang Ki-ha and Yoon Gai confirm romance…A Couple Born From Their 'SNL' Connection

'Overcoming an 18-Year Age Gap' Jang Ki-ha and Yoon Gai confirm romance…A Couple Born From Their 'SNL' Connection

Jang Ki-ha and Yoon Gai have overcome their 18-year age difference and officially acknowledged their relationship. We shine a light on the two’s special connection and love story that began with 'SNL Korea'.
Artistic chemistry spanning 18 years leads to the birth of a new star couple tied together by 'music' and 'acting' K-pop and pop culture’s unmistakable icon 'Jang Ki-ha' (44) and a leading actress whom Chungmuro and TV screens are paying attention to, 'Yoon Gai' (26), have overcome their '18-year...
| James choi
Grammy Winner Steve Lacy Confirms First Solo Korea Date in August

Grammy Winner Steve Lacy Confirms First Solo Korea Date in August

Grammy winner and the artist who captured the world with “Bad Habit” will perform his first-ever solo show in Korea on August 19.
The genius singer-songwriter and producer "Steve Lacy" who shook up the pop music landscape is finally set to step onto Korean soil. Live Nation Korea officially announced that his first solo Korea appearance will be held on August 19 at "Olympic Park Olympic Hall" in Songpa-gu, Seoul.
| James choi
'ENHYPEN' alumnus Heeseung makes solo debut as EVAN… transforms into a singer-songwriter

'ENHYPEN' alumnus Heeseung makes solo debut as EVAN… transforms into a singer-songwriter

His first single, 'Ride or Die,' is set for release on the 22nd. He takes part in everything from lyrics and composition to visual concept planning as he leaps forward as a fully formed artist
He breaks out of his idol skin and soars as an artist, EVAN's lethal solo stand Heeseung, who debuted with global boy group 'ENHYPEN', has stepped out from past glory and faced the public under a new name: solo artist 'EVAN' .
| James choi
Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Co-hosted by Cineplay and the Korean Film Archive, the inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards carry a total prize pool of 20 million won. The five-member jury is chaired by Min Kyu-dong and also includes Korean Film Archive Director Mo Eun-young; Han Jung-soo, director and CEO of Yeondu Company; Kim Won-jin, director of MCA AI Creative Studio's Creative Headquarters; and actor Lee Yeon. The Archive has pledged archiving support for winners, and organizers say the awards aim to discover new creators and help the short-drama industry take a step forward.
The inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards, which carry a total prize pool of 20 million won, have named a five-member jury. Cineplay (CEO Choi Tae-hyung) and the Korean Film Archive (Director Mo Eun-young) are co-hosting the first Korea Short Drama Awards.
| Seongchan Eol
UK legendary indie label Rough Trade marks 50 years with Seoul event

UK legendary indie label Rough Trade marks 50 years with Seoul event

Rough Trade, the UK indie legend that launched The Smiths and The Strokes, will hold a special 50th-anniversary exhibition and an in-person concert tour stop in Seoul in September
The indie bloodline that spans half a century, 'Rough Trade' lands in Seoul Rough Trade Records and Rough Trade Shop, two storied UK indie institutions that reshaped the map of global popular music, are coming to Korea for their 50th anniversary.
| James choi