Wednesday, July 13, 2011

MBLAQ (엠블랙) - Mini Album - 모나리자 - Mona Lisa - July 12 2011

03. 모르겠어요 (Moreugesseoyo)
04. 알면서 그래 (Almyeonseo keurae)
05. One
06. 말하지 말걸.. (Malhaji malgeol..)

I'm lovin the title track! Indeed MBLAQ style. As for the rest of the album.. it's okay. The MV was entertaining to watch. Thunder wearing a skirt and tights? I was like.. what the...? haha.. 


CSJH - Dana (다나) & Sunday (선데이) - Digital SIngle - 나 좀 봐줘 (One More Chance) (Na jom bwajwo) - July 11 2011


I don't know much about CSJH. Anyways, this single has a blend of SM sounds. Throughout the song i'm reminded of SNSD, f(x) and TVXQ. It is a blend of styles. The marketing department for this project seems to have had a large budget lol.


Monday Kiz (먼데이키즈) & Gavy NJ (가비엔제이) - Digital Single - 소울트레인 (Soul Train) - July 8 2011


Monday Kiz & Gavy NJ collab for a second project with Soul Train. When you just see 'Monday Kiz & Gavy NJ' you wouldn't bother trying out the song but just directly download. They're two of the top ballad groups in Korea! Actually, this is a nice song~ Oh, did i mention, I'm biased - Monday Kiz fan here!! LOL


ZE:A (제국의아이들) - Single - Special Single 'Exciting' - July 8 2011


01. Intro
02. Watch Out!! [TITLE]
03. 왜요? (Waeyo?)

I liked ZE:A at the time they debuted. But... it seems they're going a bit off track with their cutesy songs and so on. If i could have chosen the title track, i would have chosen track 4. Track 4 although may pass as a simple song, if paired with an impressive MV, it has potential to be more successful than the above title track. That's my opinion :)

HITT - First Mini Album - Here Is The Top - July 8 2011

02. Good Night [TITLE]
03. 하지마 (Hajima)

 A new boy group. I think this HITT is trying to promote their vocals instead. Somehow, there is something lacking. Their songs don't stand out and their voices are not strong enough. Their voices are very soft.. I just noticed track 5 is featuring the famous Korean pianist Yiruma. The piano music is beautiful in that track but the track overall... not sure lol. 


W & Whale - Mini Album - CIRCUSSSS - July 7 2011

03. 소녀 곡예사 (Sonyeo gokyesa)
04. 소년 마법사 (So nyeon mabeobsa)
05. 밤은 짧아, 걸어 아가씨야 (Bameun jjalba, georeo agasshiya)
06. Break It Down [TITLE]

I think W & Whale is getting mixed reviews. Her style of music is electronic pop and she has quite a good voice. If she sang regular songs, i think she would be a great singer. The problem is her MVs. Some a bit freaky.. I prefer track 4 in this mini album. Track 3 is alright too but the mv is for a scary movie, so don't watch if you are easily scared! 

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Bobby Kim (바비 킴) - Single - 스파이 명월 Part.1 (Spy Myung Wol) - July 6 2011


01. 사랑이 무서워 (Sarangi museowo)

Bobby Kim ballad style :)

Post Men (포스트맨) - Digital Single - 아는 오빠 (Aneun oppa) - July 6 2011


01. 아는 오빠 (Aneun oppa)

Another ballad track. Perhaps one you wouldn't put on replay since it's a typical one. The reason why i'm listening to this is because this group was formed with an ex-M To M member. They're quite good and there's still that M To M feel :)

Hyuna (현아) [4minute] - Mini Album - Bubble Pop! - July 5 2011

02. Bubble Pop! [TITLE]

Ok... how do i say this nicely... I will get whooped by readers if i do offend lol. Bubble Pop well, after trying to review this song and the mv, i've been listening to it a few few times. I don't mind the song MINUS those strange noises that she makes (and also in other songs). She's not the best singer but her company is doing a good job promoting her... um.... her sex appeal. Ok, this is where the MV comes in. Yep, shakin that ass, throwing that forced clevage in our faces, a bra or bra strap to be seen in almost every shot... no comment. Besides from that, the mv has a summer feel fit for the song. I think Hyuna does well what she does best and that's rapping as you will notice in track 5. 


Boohwal (부활) - Single - 가슴에 그린 성 (Vision In Mind) (Kaseume keurin seong) - July 5 2011


01. 가슴에 그린 성 (Vision In Mind) (Kaseume keurin seong) 

Here's a slow ballad track from Boohwal. Their lead vocalist's voice is not bad :)

2NE1 (투애니원) - Digital Single - 내가 제일 잘 나가 (Naega jeil jal naga) - June 24 2011


01. 내가 제일 잘 나가 (Naega jeil jal naga)

No need to say. These girls cause a stir for every release. HQ mvs, a zillion outfits and a tonne of attitude. What's funny is CL and her straight jacket. She scares the hell out of me LOL.


Block B (블락비 ) - Mini Album - New Kids On The Block - June 23 2011


01. Halo
02. 가서 전해 [TITLE] (Kaseo jeonhae)
05. 그대로 멈춰라! (Radio Edit) (Keudaero meomchwora!)
06. 나만 이런거야 (Naman ireongeoya)

Block B's back! Been keeping an eye out on them since their first debut. I gotta say that Cho PD is doing a great job with this group. I don't usually say this but Block B members have talent that's for sure. Especially their main rapper. Their target audience i feel, a bit different from mainstream. I was impressed with their first release (also added into this mini album, tracks 4,5 & 6). When i heard the title track of this new mini album, i was a little disappointed. It's more a lighter track compared to their previous tracks. I was afraid they might, like other groups, turn all into cute pop and so on :O When you listen closely to the title track, what is good is the beats. If you can't get into their title track here, i suggest try tracks 4,5,6 first. Ah, also, their company is not cheapo with MVs. Their MVs are so far of high quality lol.

2PM (Vol.2) - Hands Up - June 20 2011


01. Hands Up [TITLE]
04. 영화처럼 (Yeonghwa cheoreom)
05. 모르니 (Moreuni)
06. Hot

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

8eight (에이트) - Mini Album - 8eight - June 14 2011




01. 그 입술을 막아본다 [TITLE] (Keu ibsureul magabonda)
02. 그대는 정말 대단해요 (Keudaeneun jeongmal daedanhaeyo)
03. 노래도 슬픔은 못 고치네 (Noraedo seulpeumeun mot gochine)

First, let me just say that the album art is awful... It does none of them justice. Secondly, I enjoy listening to this mini album. Especially the title track! 8eight's music has a fresh feel all the time. It must be the three unique voices of the members. Very different from what you get out there nowadays^^ I was surprised with track 5 where Baek Chan sings in a really high voice haha. They're trying something different and that's nice to see! Love all their voices!



Jong Hyun (종현) [SHINee] & Yanghwajin Band (양화진밴드) - 시티헌터 Part.2 (City Hunter Part.2) - June 3 2011


01. So Goodbye - 종현 (Jong Hyun of SHINee)
02. It's Alright - 양화진밴드 (Yanghwajin Band)

City Hunter Part.2. If it wasn't until recently, people wouldn't have thought Jong Hyun could sing well. His voice is unique.. i can't really describe. You can hate and like it at the same time. Anyways, have a try yourself :)