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Category: Interviews

  • [Interview] Victoria Ivy Embers on ‘REWIND’, Healing & K‑Pop Inspiration

    [Interview] Victoria Ivy Embers on ‘REWIND’, Healing & K‑Pop Inspiration

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. At HallyuTones we have worked with numerous artists at various stages of their music careers. Many of these artists have had lengthy careers in the music industry with multiple albums to their name. However, sometimes we are given the distinct pleasure…

  • [Interview] Les Heroes: Bearing Witness to Existence

    [Interview] Les Heroes: Bearing Witness to Existence

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. As long time readers of the site may know, October is Pride Month in South Africa and the end of October is when some of the biggest Pride events in the country happen. Oftentimes, the existence of LGBTQ+ people and their…

  • [Interview] GRANADA: The Rise of GUK-POP

    [Interview] GRANADA: The Rise of GUK-POP

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. Today our GRANADA interview series continues with Part 2! Make sure to check out Part 1 here if you haven’t already. This part goes much further in depth regarding the formation of the group, their live performances, and their discography. Grab…

  • [Interview] MOMOLAND’s JANE Opens ‘A Door of Light’ With Her Debut Single

    [Interview] MOMOLAND’s JANE Opens ‘A Door of Light’ With Her Debut Single

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. It has been almost a decade since MOMOLAND first made their debut, a group well known for viral hit dance songs like ‘Bboom Boom’, ‘BAAM’ and ‘Wrap Me in Plastic’, as well as their more recent tracks like ‘Rodeo’ and ‘White…

  • [Interview] GRANADA – Where K-Pop Meets Tradition

    [Interview] GRANADA – Where K-Pop Meets Tradition

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. A topic that continually interests me is the definition of ‘K-Pop’. Korean popular music has continued to evolve and change, drawing upon a range of influences and inspirations while adding it’s own unique spin. Today’s guests are the band GRANADA, who…

  • [Interview] Big Ocean On ‘Love Sign’, Expression, and Accessibility

    [Interview] Big Ocean On ‘Love Sign’, Expression, and Accessibility

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. It’s hard to believe that it’s been over 2 years since Big Ocean made their debut with ‘Glow‘. Since then, the group have continued to develop their sound, exploring new genres, performing on stages around the world, and working tirelessly for…

  • [Interview] YOOMEi On Idol Trial And Her Next Steps

    [Interview] YOOMEi On Idol Trial And Her Next Steps

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. Idol life is challenging. Many artists audition for multiple agencies, spending years training before debut. With hundreds of active K-Pop groups and artists at any one time, it is becoming increasingly challenging for idols to secure stages and develop their platform.…

  • [Interview] Alice Syndrome: A Deep Dive Into Their Sound

    [Interview] Alice Syndrome: A Deep Dive Into Their Sound

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. As a music fan, there are few things more exciting than discovering a new band or artist whose sound and style instantly captivate you. From the second I discovered Alice Syndrome in my YouTube recommendations, I was instantly hooked. Their pop-rock…

  • [Interview] Euijin: From SONAMOO to LUA and Beyond

    [Interview] Euijin: From SONAMOO to LUA and Beyond

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. As K-Pop fans, we all have artists that we believe deserved a brighter spotlight for their songs, stages, and skills. SONAMOO were one of those groups for me. They truly had it all – their debut stages drew attention for their…

  • [Interview] VI:K: How K-Pop Fandom Shapes Lives

    [Interview] VI:K: How K-Pop Fandom Shapes Lives

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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance! Social media is an inseparable part of K-Pop fan culture. From music video releases, to live content and fandom coverage, it is the medium that propelled K-Pop to global prominence. Today’s guest is someone at the forefront of K-Pop social media…