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She’s Mine – UKISS

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UKISS is finally back with a new song. This is their first comeback without Dongho, who left the group, due of reasons of not wanting to be a celebrity, but have a normal life. Yeah, many people are saying that he was forced out of the group, mainly because his contract has not ended yet, and it is not right for a company to just let him leave. That apparently was what happened with the other two old members of the band. But either way, just going to say that I don’t believe anything and just going to say it was nice knowing you. But now the band has made their first comeback with the 6 member line up with a rather interesting song.

The song is not my cup of tea. It is great, but UKISS needs something as great as Tick Tack and Neverland. Dance heavy songs are what they do best, yet they get these songs that don’t let them move and dance like what I want to see them do. The hip hop feel this song has is pretty cool, but not as great or grand that to the point where I like it. Eli and AJ’s raps were not the best raps that I have heard. It is great that Kiseop has more lines than usual, but the whole song sounds choppy. The songs vocals are mainly dominated by Kevin and little hint of Soohyun, with the raps being even spared out. Also, where they say “She’s Mine, She’s Mine” , all I hear is “Shits mine”. Yeah, I am probably gonna get killed, but really, I expected something better. This song seemed rather rushed and not that great. My thoughts have been discussed.

I don’t like the black and white filter on the video. Yes some parts were in colour, but I kept thinking of Stop Girl. This is another boring music video. I must say, I liked the visual effect where the camera would turn upside down and the members change. That was pretty cool. I felt the acting in this video was kind of awkward. Not the best acting I must say, where they were acting gangster like. Not liking it too. The music video seemed rather rushed, with the lack of a backdrop. There is nothing in this video that is keeping me there from watching it. I thought Standing Still was bad as a music video, but this really has to top that as well, in terms of bad music video.

The dance is not that great as well. I did mention it a moment ago that I want to see hardcore dancing like Tick Tack and Neverland, but instead I got fingers point at me and really disappoint moves that don’t fit the song as well. Like the dance fits the instrumental and the beats, but sadly the dance does not fit the feel of the song. I would’ve expected more of a hip hop style kind of dance. I am not sure if I am asking too much anymore!

1/10. Sad. Not liking the song at all. I actually loved Mysterious Lady, their prerelease for this mini album, and then instead got this song, which is a total let down.

Love At First Sight – TINT

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These girls recently debut and I am not ashamed to admit it, but I have no idea what their names are and who is who! Like there has been a large influx of rookie groups this year and last and it seems that this group is one of the latest rookie groups to join the Hallyu wave. These girls have that aegyo and cutey feel that has not been focused on for a while, and honestly, I believe that this group’s appearance is quite different, especially after the number of comebacks focusing on a more sexy and serious side. Groups like Kara and Girl’s Generation all started with a cute concept, and look at where they have become. Yes, maybe they are not be as successful as they are not in the big 3 companies, however with their talent showcased in this song, just maybe something will happen.

Okay, the song opens up with a pretty cool instrumental. As soon as the song starts, you get a really big punch from the face with the instrumental. I like that, but I am not sure about others. I have to say, their vocals are so-so. It is not the best, but they still have awesome voices. I really think the chorus is really good, catchiest part of the song. Overall the song was quite nice. The rap was pretty cool, but it seemed so drawn out and “auto-tuned” for me. That “Oh you my love, pretty boy” felt so rushed and really id not fit the feel of the song. You get this flowing song, but then at the end you get this jagged sounding lines. But those are the only complaints I have about the song.

The music video on the other hand is quite boring. There was nothing great about the music video that would keep me talking. It is the normal box set that you would find and it is nothing more than that. I would have expected that for their debut song. some kind of grand music video would’ve have been made. B.A.P, SNSD, 2NE1 and other bands all had something different that made them stand out, and it mainly comes down to the music video. There is nothing visually appealing in this video that would have me coming back for more in the future honestly. I do however think that this video is like a trip down through memory lane. Just memory did not have this good of a quality of videos and so much colour.

The dance is quite meh to me. The group is definitely not known for dancing and probably need some practice if they want to pull it off a different concept. There was nothing that was grasping me as I would have expected.

4.5/10. Most of it is the song itself, but the music video and dance really was not worth it. Sorry.

Snake – A-Jax

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Do you know how hard it was to find a picture to put in this review? Like seriously, it took me three days of looking. There were some, but they were too small. I had to squint to see it properly. Anyway, A-Jax has made their comeback, after promotions of Insane, back in July. This time around the member which was out of promotions due to injury came back (I think his name was Yunyoung, not sure). However this time, Sungmin, the main vocalist has an injury and has been said to be sitting out for promotions of this song. Going for a more light hearted song this time around, do not be fooled with the boys youthful image. That or you have realized that you have fallen prey to a snake. No??? Okay then…

The song is described to be lighthearted and as a funky rock genre. All of those are in the song, no complaints there. But I am quite disappointed with the turn that the boys have been going for. I really liked Insane and Hot Game. Thier other releases however do not sound as great, this song being the worst of them all. This song has kind of grown on me much more than 2MYX or One For You, but it still has my head saying no. I did like the chorus,, which is really catchy. I also love the “Hey Baby Why you act like you don’t even know my name? Baby baby baby” part which really good. Beside that, I was not impressed with the song. After the rap, the song literally went downhill. Like I could tell that from just listening to the song, It just ruined the mojo of the song and the ending was really disappointing. Is it a bad song to the point where nobody should listen to it? No. But for me, the song was not as great as other songs out at the moment.

The music video is quite suggestive. The band enlisted the help of Woori from Rainbow to play a role of a snake in this video. She slowly eats the members by luring them with their good looks. Honestly, I think the guys are a little naive. It is like they have never seen a girl. Thier acting is exaggerating the true events of the video, but I think they are trying to put more a of a comedic side to the whole story. However, I am surprised that the guys did not notice that something is kind of wrong, when their members go missing. And when I say missing, I mean alive, in the snake’s stomach. No, like if the first guy went missing, I would’ve been like “Where is my friend” and start freaking out, not play music instruments. And also don’t those guys like shout or anything to get other’s attention? And last thing, my mind would’ve have realized that something wrong when the girl starts jumping up and dancing when you played the flute. Just saying guys.  Also like the addition for the “CPR” scene, where they go all textbook on the whole procedure. Just one thing annoyed me there: “No RESPOND”. Yeah, sorry guys, but that kind of jumped out at me the first time I saw it.

The dance is quite interesting. I don’t find the dance great, but it fits the song perfectly. I like the “Hey baby why u act like you don’t even know my name Baby baby baby” part of the dance and that is about it. The chorus and other parts of the song seemed quite cheesy to me and did not go down well in my mind. Why does that sound wrong?

4/10. I think, for me personally, the band has to top Insane. It is like the best song from the band out there in my point of view. This song was rather weak and it was not that great in my point of view.

Love Options – BESTie

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BESTie is back after promotions for their debut song, with Love Options. It has been 5 months or so, from the top of my head since the band debuted and seriously, this band is becoming one of the best rookies of the year. On that note, though, welcome o the new look KPOPreviewed. Every year now, I have changed the layout and I thought this theme had a bit of brightness to it, whereas my past few themes and layouts did not, they were mainly dark. I also thought the home page looks awesome and puts all the feature images to work really well. So do you guys like it? Hahahaha…. But enough me, onto the review.

The song is really addictive. Like, as soon as I heard it, I literally fell in love with the song and had it stuck in head continuously. It has that modern yet retro feel and theme to it. It seems like something that would’ve come out in the 90’s but was upgraded for the 2010’s. I have to say, though, it is much better than their debut song. The chorus is really catchy, and also that “Do, do do~” part as well. Got that part stuck in my mind for a very long time. The raps in this song are really cool and the vocals were superb. The song itself seems to talk about how insecure a girl is about her love life. But still, a really good song.

To me, the music video is quite dull. Everything in the video fits the song lyrics perfectly, however, the video was not that appealing to me. I watched it for the song only I guess, not for the video itself. It lacks the energy that the song has and has carried throughout the whole song. The song has really cool elements to it. The song talks about a guy who has money and would the girls things. From what I see, the girls have what they want, the shoes, diamonds, fame but they seem to be bored of what they have. I think they realised that the guy they are with are not really perfect and start singing about their “ideal” guy, I also love the pop culture reference with the “Keep Calm” poster in one of the scenes. I also love the mock video with that guy from their debut video in there as the panda who goes crazy. I will link it in the playlist below for you guys. ^^

The dance is really amazing and I love every aspect of the dance. It is quite feminine for me, but it is still a great dance.

8.5/10. Really good comeback from such a rookie group. Thier performances have not been cut that much compared to other artists, which is a sign that they are being loved by fans.

You Don’t Know Love? – K.Will

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K.Will has returned with a new mini album, unexpectedly, must I say. Like his comeback caught me off guard. How am I meant to cope when you announce a comeback like a day before your actual comeback? Seeeshh…. Throwing KPOP fans off their chairs, says KPOP companies forever. This time around, he enlisted the help of two well known Koreans: Chanyeol from EXO and Lee Ho Jung, Korean model. It also seems like he is putting off a good fight. He managed knock IU down from her perfect all kill status and is currently challenging SHINee for first place, on MCountdown so far!

The song is great. His voice is very soothing in this RnB type of genre and he sounds amazing. However, the song is not that appealing. It does not have me coming back for more. I don’t know why. I loved Please Don’t and enjoyed Love Blossom, but I really don’t see any appeal to the fans through the song. It is like he aimed high for his recent album, but then took a step back for this mini album. I love ths start of the song, but then it just lost it for me. The chorus is pretty good and somewhat catchy. YEs, this song is worthy of an award at least, but it is not the best song out there from the soloist. There was not much of an impact from this song as there was in his past songs. However. that bridge part of the song where he goes super high pitch was pretty good as well.

The music video. Number 1 complaint: this is why I hate artist using other popular artists in their videos. The actual artist is shoved out of the spotlight for their comeback and the “actor” or “actress” is the center of attention. No, I am not hating Chanyeol or Lee Ho Jung. But the music video was for K.Will’s comeback, not EXO’s comeback. From what I see: more of the comments were for Chanyeol than K.Will (when I wrote this). But leaving that to one side, the music video was really cool. Chanyeol and Lee Ho Jung’s acting skills are really great. The music video tells us a story where this couple breaks up, and obviously both reflect upon their breakup and then rekindle with each other. Chanyeol in anger threw the ring when his girlfriend broke the relationship off. But then he goes looking for it, still thinking he has a chance. That flower scene where he hands the flower from her box and let the ring fall out, like how did you do that???? Cause they would’ve been really hard to do without her noticing. Their acting was really cool. You could see the guilt of Lee’s face when she is reflecting and those tears from Chanyeol. WOW!

As for the live performance, you really cannot ask for more from a ballad singer. He is just sitting there, singing. What else he is gonna do: break down dance scene or something. On second thoughts though, that would be cool. Next comeback then?

8/10. Pretty cool comeback, but the problem lies within the song for me.

Now There Is No Tomorrow – Trouble Maker

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Trouble Maker is back with a new song. It has been nearly 2 years since we have last seen these two singers together on stage promoting a new song. Can I just say wow? Like, they are quite successful and I can see why the company decided to put them together again, but I think many people know that their debut song, Trouble Maker, is their best song ever. Not hating or anything, but I have friends that agree with me on this topic. However, this does not indicate that this comeback was crap, because it was not. It was amazing. Also, they were hit with a little bit of controversy with their music video, which I will talk about later. Also, I have a lot to say about the music video. Most of focus will be on the music video itself in this video.

The song is pretty cool. Not as great as Trouble Maker though. There was something in this song that did not yell out “Trouble Maker” to me. This song lacked the power and the energy which Trouble Maker has a lot. Even their dance was a little lighter than usual. The vocals were not as great and sounded very drawn out. Hyuna’s rap fitted the speed of the song and sounded really good. The chorus is pretty catchy and I have to admit, with the dance, the song would’ve been hard to pull off. I actually miss Hyuna singing. I don’t know why, but the song feels empty without her voice. She raps and have her own moments, but they tend to be covered up or layered with Hyunseung’s. Yeah, you can say I was disappointed with the song, but that latin salsa feel to the song and instrumental is quite different and sounds pretty cool. The lyrics are pretty cool and fit the music video quite well.

Three words that describe this video: Porn, porn and more porn. Like seriously 75% of this video is sex. Sex in caravan, sex in car, sex in public. But the video still also has a pretty cool music video. We see a couple, cheating on each other. The guy has sex with two other girls, while the girl is at a party (not sure if she is cheating, but if the guy is having sex with other girls and she is a party, I think it could be safe to say so). But needlessly to say that the girl was pretty  pissed off when she found the guy. Then they have sex, where they makeup, but she is pissed off as well and breaks it off. Then they get together again, and as a couple, they put their life at risk and stand around cars that are doing doughnuts around them. Hmmm… about that. Yes, you see that there are some similarities between this video and Rihanna’s, but we cannot really say that the director copied. It looks the same, but there are always its differences. Did I like the video? I am a guy. A normal freaking teenage guy. And then there was Hyuna. In a bra…. Having sex….. What do you think?

The dance is lacking as well, however it seems that it was choreographed to perfection. Like everything in this dance confuses me, but it looks amazing. Put that with the live performance and seriously, for pulling that off without gasping for air is something that I wonder. Like, I would be like dying when we get to the first chorus.

7.5/10. Disappointing, yes, But still a great comeback. And since this is my first day back in like 10 days, I would like to just say for the SHINee poll that was conducted in the review of Everybody,  Everybody was selected as the best song of the SHINee year!!! Hahaha!!! Congrats Everybody!!! I won’t be making a poll. but what is a much better Trouble Maker song? Trouble Maker or Now? Put your answer in the comments below. ^^

Girls, Why? – VIXX ft. OKDAL

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VIXX are back with a new love song with OKDAl, an indie duo, if I am not mistaken. The band had shedded their dark and mysterious side, giving their all for a more cute and lovable side. Currently the band is on their little world tour thingy, going to different countries around the world to perform in. OKDAL is a female duo band, with really nice vocals. Both are basically a match in heaven. I feel like if I said anything else, here, I won’t have anything to say below. So here we go.

Wow, the guys sound amazing. The girls too! Their vocals together sound like they are a match. I absolutely love this song. It is soft and mellow. It is different to Hyde or On & On, which showed a lot of the dominant side of the band, but I find the band singing ballads absolutely amazing. I love their past ballads, and this one sounds amazing. The girls, though their voices were kind of soft, they were so amazing. Not sure about the rap though. last thing I wanted to hear in a song like this, was a rap, but then again, Ravi pulled it off without looking like a hardcore rapper or anything. The lyrics are amazing, and I love the “O, o, o, saranghae” part. It made the song very memorable and the soft instrumental gave it that little more gentleness.

The music video fits the song quite well. It does not scream loud, nor does it feel like it is conflicting with the song. It looked good and did not lack in anything, but I found it incredibly painful to watch. I like the band, but the music video was not as captivating, like one that I would go back and forth over and over again to just watch. But i guess it does itss jobs successful. I like the ending scene where they all sitting and standing about and also Ravi’s rapping scene, which looked really great, with the paper plane scene, reenacting what many guys would have to go through. Well, not that exactly, but you get what I mean.

9.5/10. Really amazing song. Pity they cannot promote it, but if these two bands ever go and do another collaboration, guess who will be willing to listen to another of their songs!!!!

Confused – AOA

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After promoting Moya, with the band subunit, AOA Black, the girls are back as AOA, with Confused. Many bands this year have gone for the more sexy look, even though bands who you thought were sexy, became a whole heap sexier this year. As competitiveness in the industry heats up, AOA had decided to make a comeback with a song style that you have never heard from the band before. I never reviewed Moya, mainly because, of time and that it was not the best song to make a review about. Seriously, why would you want to read me moaning on about how “neutral” the song was etc.

The song is amazing. I have to say it. There are some parts that i am not that fond of. For example, that little ballad part did not fit the song. It was a good intro, but compared to the rest of the song, it was not as great. I was quite surprised when I first heard the song, cause right after the intro, wow. Must I say any more. The chorus was catchy as hell, making it a really addictive song. Honestly, got me singing along throughout the song every time I am listening to it, The bridge fitted the song quite well, but I found the first rappers rap a little whiny. I don’t know why, but it seems more whiny in this song than in Get Out. Also, when I hear the song, I honestly cannot tell that there were two people rapping, it sounds like one person throughout the whole song. Really great song.

The music video opens up with something a little different to the song itself. There was this ballad song, much different from the song’s intro. Not sure if it was like the other song on their single album. Then we get introduced to the girls in black and white tight clothing. Like the clothing is really tight, but hey they look pretty good in them. I love the couch usage in this video and dance. It gives the song that more sexy appeal that it needs and also it is different to what is currently in the industry at the moment (such as Nine Muse’s usage of chairs in their choreography). Maybe the rapper went a little overboard on the couch in some parts, but I really like the music video. I do have one complaint, but it has to do with the dance.

The complaint it, when they have their fingers in their mouths, am I the only who thinks they don’t sing along or anything, cause I ain’t seeing their mouth move! And for those haters out there who think the band is copying Sistar’s Alone, well, I don’t see your logic. Yes, the dance looks similar, but they only took like 1 dance move from the whole Sistar performance, repeated that and added their own move in. And yes, the dance was quite captivating and it looked like it fitted the song real well. The feet dragging and the fingers in their mouths make the whole performance, really good looking.

9/10. Amazing comeback with a really great song, music video and live performance. Like what more can you ask for?

Day By Day – MYNAME ft. D.O

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MYNAME recently made their comeback with another song this year, being their third song already. MYNAME has opted for a more mature and more softer look this time around, giving up that cool and extreme choreography that they have built for their name. This time around though, they enlisted the help of D.O, a rapper, not the D.O most of us are familiar about. It was like that Suho guy, who got mistaken for Suho. That was rude of me. MYNAME comes out with really great songs, this being one of them.  Oh also, they are making their Japanese comeback, literally right after prompting this song, which is quite scary.

The song has that really sad and depressing Autumn feel to it, where every other Autumn song has the same feel. The song is quite warming and different to many over songs in the industry at the moment. I have to praise the rapper, D.O. His rapping voice fits the song really well. Even though it is autotuned, like the chorus in this, it sounds really cool, giving it that modern feel to it. The band seemed to have focused more on the vocal side this time around, not focusing much on the instrumental. The chorus is pretty catchy, after listening to the song, I can still hear “Oh Day By Day“. The really soft instrumental sound really good with the guitar and use of the drums. This is sounds like your typical song, it starts off slow and then reaches the climax, and then eases off to the end.

This music video is awesome!!!!! I love the different effects of this music video. Where the use of the one member in like 4 different positions in one frame. Basically a really unique video. I love how the camera moves from left to right and the member which is the camera has focused on would walk and fade in and out of the music video. I just want to know how many takes this video took, because to make something like that for approximately 4 minutes must have taken a lot of effort. And also the editing! Okay, my geek fest is over. I really liked it how they used the same set throughout the video, but basically made it like a large circle. I guess the highlight for this comeback is the music video and the use of the fading effect. Hahahaha… But really unique video.

The dance is great as well. Maybe I think the guys took it down a little too much, but the dance matches the softness of the song really well. There are no sharp movements or jagged parts to the video that you would expect in a more poppish song. The dance is smooth and passionate.

8/10. Pretty cool comeback. Softer than usual but equally as effective.

Guns – Nine Muses

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Nine Muses recently made their comeback with their first album since debut. There title song, Guns, is apparently an addicting track for females. As a male, I don’t find this video or song that great, but that may be my judgement of the song. But it has been a great experience to see the band grow. I did not like their debut, but ever since they came back with Ticket, the band has been doing really well. A bigger fanbase and better performance on the charts.

Guns is a song about how cowardly a guy is acting towards his crush, to the point where the girls can tell that he likes them. Interesting storyline in the song, but honestly where does “Guns” come into this video? I am a little confused. This song is really not the best song by the girls. Wild was a much better song and I think this is just a letdown. I feel like the instrumental took over the vocals and competed with the vocals too much in this song. The rapper is really strong, I must say and also the chorus is mildly catchy. I am not just sure if the song as a whole is the right choice. I did like the cowboy/girl feel to it, and I guess that is where the “Guns” come into play.

The music video is very deserted. Like seriously, there is nobody on that stretch of desert land! And what petrol station is built right next to a mining place?  There are a few more things that I am totally unsure about. The girls really do seem to be “showing” off their body. Not sure if they are trying to tease the poor guy or if it is just for the music video, but really? Girls posing like that while fixing a car, really is not ideal and really stereotypical. It seems like the guys is shy at frist, but he slowly builds up courage to ask her out. And then she just walks off? Does that mean the girls were playing with with all along? And also it seems like the girls have returned to their modelling days, because it seems like they are modelling a lot of different fashion here in this video. But beside that, I feel quite neutral about the music video. Not as confused as with the song, but the video definitely is much better than the song,

It is really a pity that the station decided to just cut all of their performances during the first week of promotions. They should at least allow all bands to perform a full song during their comeback week right? But returning to the video, the dance is okay. I love the use of chairs. Where some of the girls stand up and sit down at different parts of the video. But, the performance was so short. However for the one I have linked in the playlist below, I feel like the one colour theme does not suit them. They do well with green on all of them, but it does not look right for this performance.

I have to say 4/10. Not that great for a comeback in my opinion, but it still has its good points.

Everybody – SHINee

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SHINee has finally returned with their first mini album of the year. After successful promotions of Dream Girl and Why So Serious?, the band has returned with a new modern concept, showcasing their skill and and cool choreography.  It is also the first promotions for Jonghyun, who only took part in the last week of promotions for Why So Serious. I would like to take some time to talk about something. Usually, SHINee does not promote 3 times in a year, but I think SMent is now scared that EXO would take over the company. To those who think it is not a big deal, I think SM released that despite it is great for rookie bands to become top and whatnot, bands that SM do care about and gain a lot of profit from (such as Super Junior, SNSD, SHINee, TVXQ and F(x)), SM may become like what JYP is at the moment. JYP is literally now dependant on 2PM for profits, earning 60% or something like that worth of profit for the company. Basically if that was to happen to SMent, it i would not only mean the downfall of the giant company, but also the possibility disbandment for the other groups, who basically “lived through their prime”. And that, my friends is the analysis of what I think SM is doing, that or they are just profit hungry people.

The song is not that great. I love the idea of dubstep and the “complextro” theme, but this song is really not that great as expected. Putting this song up against T-Ara’s Number 9, IU’s Red Shoes, Busker Busker’s Love, At First or even EXO’s Growl which is still growing strong at the moment, this song would probably come last. It is different to the usual pop, hip hop style songs that we hear. But I find the song not as strong. As many of you guys know, I tend to complain about the amount of lines that “visuals” and all of that get, for example Sistar where 70% of the song belongs to Hyorin, and rest of the song goes out to Dasom, Soyu and Bora. Here, it seems like most of focus is on Taemin. Both on stage and the vocals seems to be mostly Taemin. Now, I am sure that the main or lead vocals are Jonghyun and Onew, but Taemin just randomly came through and took over the song. But beside that, the song is pretty okay. Not sure about the “whubb, whubb” part of the song, but I guess they do. And the 10 high notes towards the end is pretty cool, but may be a little excessive.

As for the music video, the video is pretty okay. Not the best video out there, but it does its job. That masked dude at the start, that was kind of scary and it seems like the company is reusing the same wiring used for the microphone stands and the set of F(x)’s Electric Shock. Not sure about the chess pieces and a shirtless Taemin, but I think the music video is pretty cool. Honestly, the music video set seems to come out of Japan or something, I have never seen anything like this in KPOP that is that big or large. Again, not sure about the coloured lense that Taemin is wearing or Key’s long hair in this video.

Now, I know the dance was choreographed by an American, and hence there was this american feel to the dance.  It seems like the guys had fun at parts, but also was tired as hell at other parts, But the dance was amazing. I loved the end part where Onew is like spinning his arms like crazy. And also the start where they all get up, was pretty cool as well. Not entirely sure about the legs splitting, because last time Taemin did something like that, his pants ripped. Also, the guys look like those little army men toys, with their outfits on and at some parts of the dance, like that scene after the second chorus (1:51).

Really, don’t know what to give this song. I liked the dance, music video was standard, but the song did not stand out for me. I guess, I give a 6.5/10. But hey, thats my idea of the song. But what is your idea? What song do like better? Dream Girl? Why So Serious? Everybody? Or maybe another song?

Number 9 – T-Ara

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T-Ara has finally made their 6 member comeback after a little over a year of trouble. First, it was Hwayoung who was kicked out the group, and this happened mid last year. After that Ahreum was removed from the group after shocking rumours earlier this year. Now, the only members of the group are Eunjung, Qri, Soyeon, Jiyeon, Boram and Hyomin (the original 6 members) . And I think fans are liking the line-up now. Hwayoung’s addition to the group did not cause that much trouble, however with Ahreum’s and the potential debut of Dani in the group annoyed fans. It seems like CCM has finally worked out their mistake and despite covering up, we know they are scrapped their plan and working from square one. T-Ara’s comeback is well received, doing very well on the charts, reaching up to second place on charts, behind IU.

The song is another amazing song. I love the western mashup with pop style. It is unique and sounds really awesome. Not sure about the upbeat parts after the “Ooooo~” parts at the start, but they have their charm. I love the different parts to the song, as though they seems to be mish mash of mistaken identity, however a combination of glory. Yes, GLORY!!!! The chorus was also amazing as well. I really love the vocals and the rapping in the song. Especially Boram’s voice in this song. It sound much better than normal and it is a pity that she only got like one part, The only thing I dislike in the song is the “I’m headache” part, just before the rap. Ummm…. Your headache? Engrish to the max here. But beside that, It is really cool song. I also like the club version of the song. It is just the instrumental changed around a little bit and sounds pretty cool.

As for the music video, I find it okay. Not the best T-Ara music video, but I love the change from those mini two parts movies to the normal standard music video length. Those sets where they dance are pretty amazing and I really like the close-up shots. However, I find those excessive flashing lights pretty annoying. They are like in most of the video and throughout all of the video. And what is with this weird obsession with the bathtub in the middle of the room. Last time that happened, it was in Teen Top’s To You! There is also something troubling about breaking up for me. I have never been in a relationship before, but I am quite sure you don’t rip paper with your mouth or sleep in a bathtub that is in the middle of the room.  No, it is just me? Oh okay, then. But, it is lovely video.

As for the dance, I love the chorus bit. So cool! And the dance at the rapping, was so cool. But I am not sure about the dance during the instrumental part here it sounds like you’re at a club and the bridge. The girls falling to their knees on the floor, does not like great. It seems like they’re begging their hated lover to come back or something.

8.5/10. Pretty amazing and is uplifting to see such a great comeback after a rough year in the industry. T-Ara Hwaiting~!

 

 

Red Shoes – IU

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IU has finally made her comeback to the stage after what seems to be a really rough year for her. Scandal after scandal has literally shoved her out of her spotlight, making her one of the most hated (by ELFS) person in the world. This is her first comeback to Korea after countless number of promotional runs in Japan and also her first Korean comeback since the Spring of a Twenty Year Old, last year. It is also her first comeback onto the stage since You & I. I must comment now, but who freaking amazing is IU and like every song she has put out? This song, and the rest of the album is freaking amazing. I tweeted a lot about it, since its release.

She also now has a perfect all kill, taking out Busker Busker, who had an all kill and all of the other artists on the charts at the moment! You know what, in celebration of that, we should all take our shirts off. You know, as a gesture towards IU. 

The song is freaking amazing. I am surprised and amazed about the quality of this song. It definitely tops You & I and Good Day, which were all really good songs as well. If you have not noticed from her many teasers, she has gone for a more mature image this time around, rather that “Little Nation’s Sister” image that she got taken away from her. The jazz feel that this song has is really cool. I find that IU’s voice fits this style really well, (Likewise, the whole album is to the same standard). The lyrics itself tells us a story of a girl who wants to find a guy she met during the summer, but does not know who he is. I really love the English bits in the chorus and also the “Ooma loompa doom dubi duba doom“and “Again Again” part. I found that rather cute.

The music video, at first I thought it would be a “Wizard of Oz” theme to it because those red shoes look exactly like the ones that Dorothy wears. Instead we get a totally different plot. We see a girl, IU, enjoying her Summer with a group of guys (surprised not one of them does not have their shirt off). She however falls in love with the servant, and after that tries to find him. But it seems Mr. Shoe is willing to help her by rushing her to the servant or trying to chase her down, because she is his one true love. But then there is that scene where she gets the shoe, which now confuses me. I found that little “credit scene” in the video, quite cute. I found the teasers quite cute. However, I did overcome with the thought that the guys were gay. They seemed that way. Despite that, I love the black and white feel of the video, giving that authentic 1930’s look.  I also love the scene where she dances, both solo and as the performance. Grand scale for such a lovely girl.

The dance is pretty cool. Have not looked at in detail, but boy do the ending of the performances seem awesome or not? That little disappearance act sets the bar high for future performances from other bands, groups and soloists.

9.5/10. Really amazing. To all of her fans out there that I may have offended, I am sorry. I only put them in there as a joke. But seriously, really good song. IU daebak!

Very Good – Block B

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Block B has finally returned after a little trouble with their previous company, Stardom Entertainment. But now, the boys are back with a brand new mini album, ready to rock the stage with their latest song: Very Good. I really like the direction that the band is going in and for those who really do think that they are copying Big Bang and G Dragon now… Ummm… What??? I have watched this video a lot of time, and even though is is quirky and random, it does not necessarily suggest that is “trademark” by Big Bang or YG Ent. The only thing that I got from this video that is similar is Zico’s hair, which looks like Taeyang’s famous Sushi roll hair (on the other hand, Taeyang’s hair at the moment looks oddly familiar aka. most females in Korea).

This is an amazing song for a comeback. It seems like the band is going for a brand new image. They used to do songs that were not that serious, but this time around, I think the band has gone for a more hardcore look. A ballad by the band? Be With You, the pre released single. A hardcore pop, hip hop song? Very Good, their title track. I have not listened to the rest of their album yet, but I assume it is to the high standard that both songs mentioned. I love the chorus, simple, yet really addictive. The only part that I am kind of not happy about is Taeli’s (I think that is his name) rap. It did not really fit the song. Not really the best rap in the song. Also that small part Zico has was not that great as well. Probably the only let down of the song. I did love P.O’s rap. Downright hardcore and changed the song up a bit, giving it more of an addictive side to the song. Let’s just say: “I’m Very Very Good” when I listen to this song.

The music video is down right weird. We see the band trying to break into a bank. To steal what? Nothing exactly, cause they don’t really leave with any money. They find money, not as much as I thought that would be in a bank, cause they only party with one trolley worth of money, and I think banks have like much more than one trolley. But let’s focus on something else: How to rob a bank according to Block B. Okay. Firstly, you must wearing an intimidating mask to “mask” you identity. Check. Then after entering the the bank and making sure the cameras are watching you, take off your mask. The proceed to dance. That is what I saw in the video. Can’t really disagree with me. Oh, also, I think the purpose of going through someone’s bag is to steal something valuable like their phone or wallet or purse. But P.O, you took a girl’s lipstick and did you face with it. Well at least that is much better  than what Jaehyo did, he flirted. Did not get anywhere near the bag. Last thing before we move on: that scene where they partied, P.O started to play with Zico’s shoe. Yeah, I don’t you are doing it right.

In fact, I don’t think the band is doing anything right. I think the band should stop stealing things. They failed in Nillili Mambo and now here. Zico, you should lead your team more careful next time.

The dance is amazing. Down right simple and quite easy. Nothing to complain. Well maybe, I should lodge a complaint with the KPOP hotline about Zico’s hair. Not the ideal hairstyle mate.

9/10. I feel like I am on a nice strike. Really great song and music video.

Tears – Leessang ft. Eugene (The Seeya)

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It has been a while since we all last got something from this hip hop and rap duo, Leessang. Tears was released way back in January 2013, 10 months ago. It instantly topped charts and to me is one of the best songs of the year. Gary, who participates in Running Man and Gil who participates in Infinity Challenge, have received love through those means, but now, it seems like they are missing from the scene. We have been told that the duo will make their comeback, sometime this year, if the rumours are true. I am also hoping that rumours about this website celebrating its second year are true. which they are. Too easy??? I will let that one slide for now.

The song is another emotional song. As soon as you hear the title of the song, you can tell that the song is gonna be a bigger tear jerker! I should really stop. No, but the raps  by Gary and the vocals of Gil and Eugene are very strong and portray the true feelings of the song in great detail. Seriously amazing. Despite it being released 10 months, it is a song that I have been going to over and over again, because it is that great. It also warms your heart, particularly in winter (or cause you to sweat more). The instrumental does not get in the way with the vocals or rap. It is quite soft and plain, but with the voices it is big and loud. You may think the drums are quite loud, but I find it louder with the vocals.

As for the music video, it is equally as amazing. Credits to Daniel from Dalmatian and NS Yoon G for their amazing acting in this video. I don’t think credit is the right word for me to use. We see them at the start breaking up, and from then, like Busker Busker’s video, we see two lives, complaint shaken and different from the life they had as a couple. The screen splits into two, showing a bright side of the picture (them being a couple) and a much more darker side (for their sad lonely times). but what makes this video much better is that despite it being the bright side, we still see some of those lonely times as well. The video was also made to trick us into thinking the two are going to meet up, but it seems we get from the ending that they are two different people from two different worlds, and hence, they cannot be together. That last scene where they cross each other paths just tells us that they have decided to go their different ways, but as all couples, still have hope that they have not realized yet.

10/10. Two 10/10’s in a row. Wow, that is a first. Amazing song and also amazing music video.

Love, At First – Busker Busker

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Busker Busker has finally returned after over a year of rumours of disbandment, with a brand new album. Yet to make a comeback onto the stage, Busker Busker has lived up to fan’s expectations, slaughtering all charts in Korea with their new song, most of them (or all) of the songs charting in the top 10. I never got to review Cherry Blossom Spring, mainly because I hated the song, but this song, is amazing. Now I know they are an independent band, but why have they not promoted on any shows yet? MCountdown? Inkigayo? Music Core? Show Champion? Music Bank? Where are you guys????? So yeah, this review will be quite short, mainly because there has been no performance of the song yet. If there are, and I am still under this rock (points to rock), please link it to me in the comments. Would love to see a performance.

The song is heartbreaking. Let’s just start off with that. The emotions in this song is very overwhelming but for the right reasons. You could literally feel it through the ballad and slow feel of the song and the smooth vocals of the song. The sorrow you can feel is very deep. I find this the “perfect song”, because, to me, everything in this is perfect. Vocals, lyrics, instrumental all make the song ‘successful’. This is the award winning song of the month. There is nothing wrong with the song. It showcases the member’s talent to a very high extent. I must say the guys nasal vocals add a little something to the song that we cannot see that much. Most likely, they will win a lot of awards (no more rookie awards I hope though), proving their success in the industry.

The music video fits the same level of emotion within the song. We see a couple breaking up at first. Then we see each of the couple’s life in turmoil, as if they cannot do anything properly. The guy has lost his passion in his day, which lacks a lot of colour. As for the girl, she cannot function properly with her breakup in the back of her mind. A very beautiful music video. The black and white feel to it adds more to the loneliness and sadness of the music video which makes it so great.

The emotion in the song and the music video can be felt as if we were apart of their world. 10/10. Which is great considering that I did not like their debut song. Hahahaha…

Also an extra word. I kind of lied it being my third year doing this. I can’t count. Hahahaha… WordPress just notified a little while ago that I have been with wordpress for 2 years now. Which makes it my two year anniversary. Thank you all for those who have been supporting me by reading this blog. You guys are amazing. Let’s all wish for another two years and more together.  ^^