Category: TCC First Listen
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Aespa has never been a group to do things quietly, and SYNK: aeXIS LINE is no exception. The special digital single gives fans two new tracks: “Serenade” by Karina and Winter and “Lollipop” by Giselle and Ningning, with both songs showcasing very different sides of the group. “Serenade” immediately grabs your attention with its bold,…
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There’s something refreshing about THIS & THAT. Instead of sticking to one sound or trying to fit into a particular concept, Stray Kids do what they do best; they make music that feels unapologetically like them. It’s loud, emotional, playful and occasionally chaotic, but that’s exactly what gives the album its charm. The opening track,…
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With Tuned In, ONE PACT continue to refine their artistic identity, delivering a project that feels both cohesive and confident. Blending infectious pop melodies, polished production and the group’s unmistakable charisma, the album explores themes of connection and youthful ambition without losing sight of what makes ONE PACT unique. With title track, “U so hot,”…
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With “Crow”, i-dle continue to prove why they remain one of K-pop’s most unpredictable groups. Known for constantly reinventing themselves, the group takes a darker, more intense approach here, crafting a song that feels less focused on instant hooks and more concerned with atmosphere and attitude. From the opening beat, the song establishes a powerful…
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Hard Rock Intensity on Single ‘ENERGETIC’ The queens of hard rock are back to erupt the foundations of the music scene. BAND-MAID’s volcanic new three-track single, ENERGETIC, which was released on 24 June 2026, demonstrates the scorching power surge for the internationally acclaimed Japanese rock act. Signed by Pony Canyon, the powerhouse ensemble composing of…
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The kings of fourth-generation K-pop are back, and they’re out to remind the world exactly why they’ve earned that title. With just a few days’ notice, Stray Kids surprised fans by dropping pre-release single “Run It”, giving STAYs a taste of what’s to come ahead of their upcoming mini album and highly anticipated world tour.…
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RIIZE expand their Emotional-Pop Universe on ‘II’ RIIZE is back and they are officially refusing to play it safe. The group’s highly anticipated EP, II – The 2nd Mini Album, was released on 15 June 2026 and opens an exciting new evolution chapter for the six-member act. Managed under SM Entertainment and RCA Records, members…
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With “War,” Kire steps into a darker, more emotionally charged space, delivering a track that feels less like a song and more like an internal conflict unfolding in real time. It’s not just about battle in the literal sense; it’s about tension, identity, and the quiet violence of trying to hold yourself together. Sonically, “War”…
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Last Tube To London sees VAIWATT and S.Lang attempt to bottle the excitement of a city that never truly sleeps. Built around energetic guitars and a straightforward punk n’ roll foundation, the track offers plenty of momentum, but doesn’t always leave a lasting impression. The song’s biggest strength lies in its energy. From the outset,…