International girl group XG (Xtraordinary Girls) “strives to empower young people from all over the world with their fresh, inventive music and performance,” and they continue to do so with their recent release, MASCARA. An uptempo track that keeps you pumped from beginning to end. The music video is as tastefully done, showcasing each member’s prowess and personality. It’s a catchy song. You’ll keep it … Continue reading XG Releases ‘MASCARA’
Jpop’s fierce girl group FAKY has unveiled a tasteful music video for the English version of their song ‘Bad Things‘. You may remember this track from their debut EP Unwrapped. The 80’s dance influenced song showcases a sexier side to FAKY, where the ladies showoff their gorgeous bods and are embracing the wilder, sensual parts of relationships. Check it out below and stream Bad Things … Continue reading FAKY Releases Sexy M/V for ‘Bad Things’ English Version
Gosh. I can’t remember the last time I listened to a Koda Kumi album. Actually, I think the last one I purchased and listened to was JAPONESQUE. For some reason, her music hadn’t grabbed my attention since then, but after catching snippets of her latest double album release, specifically the Outside version, I must say I’m loving the sound of Koda Kumi once again. Maybe it’s … Continue reading Album Review: Koda Kumi’s W Face ~Outside~
You guys remember Alternative Jpop group FAKY? Well, they went on a surprise hiatus shortly after the group’s debut, abruptly stopping promotions. The last release was a compilation of their previously released singles, which included former members Diane and Tina. Not sure why those girls left, but I must say I like the new addition: Akina. Beautiful California girl with an edge. I’m looking forward … Continue reading FAKY Returns As Quartet
Meet UROBOROS, also known as Ouroboro from the Greek “ουροβóρος” it’s a symbol showing a snake eating his own tail creating with his own body a circular shape. The Uroboros symbolizes the eternal cycle of things, also the eternal effort, the eternal struggle of the futile effort, as the cycle begins again despite efforts to prevent it. The artists inside this secret project are Kurose Keisuke … Continue reading New JRock Band Emerges
There are many exciting and varied holiday destinations in the huge continent of Asia. Picking just three of the amazing sights and locations to be visited is nigh on impossible. But the options below can certainly be counted amongst the top vacation spots of East Asia, each of them good for a different type of holiday: 1.The Great Wall, China – Great for history lovers, … Continue reading Top 3 Holiday Destinations in Asia
I just came across this new Kpop girl group called Purfles (like purple without the second p). Love their debut song, 1 2 3, and the choreography, but the thing that stood out to me the most is that it’s three girls who can all sing. They’re individually talented and significant to the group. Three is like an odd number for Kpop groups, because they … Continue reading Purfles, Group to Watch
I would love to do more baking, but I don’t want to do the usual so I went browsing YouTube for different cakes from around the world. I came across the Kasutera (Castella) recipe by Japanese Cooking 101 and it piqued my interest. This cake definitely looks delicious and I want to give it a try. Visit JapaneseCooking101.com for the complete recipe and let us … Continue reading Kasutera Recipe
This song was released three years ago and I’m still addicted to it. Check out Park Kahi’s debut solo single, Come Back You Bad Person, and feel the energy! 🙂 Credit: Pledis Youtube Continue reading Sunday Melodies: “Come Back You Bad Person” by Kahi
This is one of my favorite songs from my favorite J-Pop singers. Check out the oldie but goodie. Credit: UtadaHikaru youtube + Google Continue reading Sunday Melodies: “Prisoner of Love” by Utada Hikaru
So I’m not usually a fan of Orange Caramel’s cutey cutey music, or any artist who does that kind of concept, but I must admit I’m addicted to their song Abing abing. Even if it’s ice-cream. I think the beat is energetic, as their sound usually is, and their hook is catchy. It’s no wonder some are referring to the Baskin Robbins influenced track as … Continue reading Single Review: “Abing Abing” by ORANGE CARAMEL
While the words to the song somewhat plays to a breakup, it also signifies a girl moving on from the hurt and suffering brought on by society. Former Kpopstar contestant Lee Michelle gave many something to think about with her dramatic debut, Without You. I hadn’t been paying much attention to kpop of late because every release just seemed too recycled to me and I … Continue reading Sunday Melodies: “Without You” by Lee Michelle
I heard this teaser today on Youtube for my girl, May J’s upcoming cover album. I think it’s the Amazing Grace that got me. Check it out and be sure to get May J’s cover album on March 26th 2014. Credit: Avexnetwork Continue reading Singers Worth Listening to: May J.
After a long period of teasing and letting their fans wait with great anticipation, Japanese pop group, FAKY, has finally unleashed the music video for ‘Girl Digger’. First of all, I like the song and I like that their vocals are clear and far from theatrics. Good work. Check out the video and tell us what you think: Credits: Avexnetwork + faky.jp/index_e.php Continue reading FAKY Finally Unveils ‘Girl Digger’
I’m actually a devoted fan to the lovely and talented entertainer, constantly finding out what she’s up to via her twitter page. When I saw that Kahi was travelling quite a bit I figured more or less she was seeking inspiration—amidst relaxation—for her upcoming music. More recently, she took a trip to Barcelona, Spain, which apparently hadn’t only been the setting for her latest music … Continue reading Mini Album Review: ‘Who Are You?’ by Kahi
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This is my first entry for Ed’s Sunday Stills Challenge. This week the theme is boats of any shape or size, so here are a few boat pics which I managed to source in a bit of a hurry, as Sunday is almost over. Bangkok on the Chao Phraya River. Long-tail boats in Phuket Yacht in San Pedro, Belize.… Continue reading Boats from Bangkok to South Africa.
Release date: September 18th 2013 Label: Universal Music Japan Purchase: CDJapan | Amazon I haven’t listened to anything Girls Generation since the catchy English attempt, Boys. After that, I’ve been so out of the loop when it comes to SM Entertainment’s finest. Then boom! Galaxy Supernova lands on the front page of Youtube and I’m immediately pulled in. The song is spunky, energetic, addictive, tastefully … Continue reading Single Review: ‘Galaxy Supernova’ by Girls Generation
I love me some Japanese rock, and of course, I love me some Superfly. Check out the music video for the band’s latest single ‘Always‘. I think the song’s awesome. Just listen with an open mind and bask in the melodies. Always comes from Superfly’s Best of Album, set to be released on September 25th 2013. be sure to support the band and purchase a … Continue reading Thursday Melodies: “Always” by Superfly
hello! My name Karine Dukuze, currently an exchange student who often wanders through the Dutch Appstore to stumble towards some amazing, and free streaming alternatives from software developers in the Middle, and Far East as a way to discover the unknown. For Western Asia, my very first pick is the pink Yala Music, a streaming service from Lebanon with my undefined cultural proximity to its … Continue reading Stream Music: Asia
Okay, so you’re probably having the same reaction I did when I came across this group name. But fear not, they’re actually not so bad. The group’s debut single is mainstream worthy, trendy, and rather colorful if I might add. FAKY stands for Five Ass Kicking Youngsters, and is a combination of two words: FAntastic + toKYo, as well as deriving from the word “fake”. … Continue reading Meet FAKY
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