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  • [Review] JISOO’s “ADDICTED”: Exploring a New Side of Her Solo Artistry

    [Review] JISOO’s “ADDICTED”: Exploring a New Side of Her Solo Artistry

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    Anshika Saxena
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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. Synopsis: JISOO continues to explore her solo identity with “ADDICTED,” a release that brings together dance-pop sounds, romantic themes and a striking visual presentation. Following “CLICK,” the new single explores a more intense feeling of attraction and the emotions that come…

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

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

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    Nate
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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…

  • [The Wave] The Korean Wave In India: When Hallyu Hits Home

    [The Wave] The Korean Wave In India: When Hallyu Hits Home

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    Anshika Saxena
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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. More recently, Korean culture has become increasingly visible in India, from K-pop and K-dramas to food, beauty, fashion and language learning. Many individuals will start interested in a song or TV show, before discovering more within South Korean culture. This article…

  • [Interview] Les Heroes: Bearing Witness to Existence

    [Interview] Les Heroes: Bearing Witness to Existence

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    Tshego Matsha
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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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    Nate
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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] GRANADA – Where K-Pop Meets Tradition

    [Interview] GRANADA – Where K-Pop Meets Tradition

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    Nate
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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] YOOMEi On Idol Trial And Her Next Steps

    [Interview] YOOMEi On Idol Trial And Her Next Steps

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    Nate
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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.…

  • [Writer’s Picks] The K-Pop Songs That Changed My Life

    [Writer’s Picks] The K-Pop Songs That Changed My Life

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    Nate
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    Hello and welcome back to HallyuTones – always focused on sound, stage and substance. Speaking with and interviewing artists in the Korean music sphere is always deeply insightful, interesting and exciting. As a K-Pop fan for around 15 years, it is impossible to overstate the impact this genre has had on my friendships, relationships, and…

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

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

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    Nate
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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] VI:K: How K-Pop Fandom Shapes Lives

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

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    Nate
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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…